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About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
Activities & Attractions
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Fall
Tubing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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Pet friendly
Restrooms
River Access
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Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
- Showers
On Site Services
- General Store
Water Access
- Lake Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (327)
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is praised for its beautiful location near the river, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts. Many visitors enjoy the campground's relaxing atmosphere, ample opportunities for swimming and tubing, and the accessibility of nearby trails. While some issues with noise and management have been noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is praised for its beautiful location near the river, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts. Many visitors enjoy the campground's relaxing atmosphere, ample opportunities for swimming and tubing, and the accessibility of nearby trails. While some issues with noise and management have been noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
chris m
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Beautiful scenic campground right on the Toe river. Our site was great (site 13) but some sites are quite small and awkward so you need to pay attention to which one you book. Great access to swimming holes and when the water is a little higher, probably tubing. Could see many trout in the river too, so fishing is probably also good. Campground is bisected by Hwy 80, so traffic noise persists all night. Also the bath house is located toward the north end of the campground so it would be nice if they would add a bath house near the south end. The hosts were very nice and welcoming!
chris m
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Beautiful scenic campground right on the Toe river. Our site was great (site 13) but some sites are quite small and awkward so you need to pay attention to which one you book. Great access to swimming holes and when the water is a little higher, probably tubing. Could see many trout in the river too, so fishing is probably also good. Campground is bisected by Hwy 80, so traffic noise persists all night. Also the bath house is located toward the north end of the campground so it would be nice if they would add a bath house near the south end. The hosts were very nice and welcoming!
Glaeshia O
VerifiedJuly 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Wonderful swimming experience and tubing on the South Toe River. Very helpful and friendly staff. Only downside was being so close to the road.
Glaeshia O
VerifiedJuly 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Wonderful swimming experience and tubing on the South Toe River. Very helpful and friendly staff. Only downside was being so close to the road.
David G
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Absolutely wonderfully helpful campground hosts!
David G
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Absolutely wonderfully helpful campground hosts!
Hannah H
VerifiedAugust 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
The campsite is close to Mt.Mitchell, that’s nice. However, the camp is right next to a highway so you definitely don’t get the “in complete nature” feel. Probably will never return but it wasn’t that bad.
Hannah H
VerifiedAugust 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
The campsite is close to Mt.Mitchell, that’s nice. However, the camp is right next to a highway so you definitely don’t get the “in complete nature” feel. Probably will never return but it wasn’t that bad.
Bruce R
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Best swimming hole, spacious campsites with different site options across the road. There is a little road noise but didn’t bother us.
Bruce R
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Best swimming hole, spacious campsites with different site options across the road. There is a little road noise but didn’t bother us.
Location Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Address:
8516 Highway 80 South
Burnsville, NC, 28714
United States
From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9, onto 19 east toward Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Follow 80 south approximately 8 miles to the Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area.
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is accessible via I-26, with exit 9 leading to Highway 19, which connects to State Highway 80. Highway 80 provides direct access to the campground.
Elevation: 842 feet
14 mi drive to downtown Burnsville (about 21 min)
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Last updated: September 10, 2026
