About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
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Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Tubing
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (296)
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area offers clean and spacious campsites, friendly and accommodating staff, and beautiful river access for activities like swimming and tubing. While some areas are affected by road noise and lingering effects from Hurricane Helene, the overall experience is positive, with well-maintained facilities and a picturesque setting. Many visitors express a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and family-friendly atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area offers clean and spacious campsites, friendly and accommodating staff, and beautiful river access for activities like swimming and tubing. While some areas are affected by road noise and lingering effects from Hurricane Helene, the overall experience is positive, with well-maintained facilities and a picturesque setting. Many visitors express a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and family-friendly atmosphere.
Review Summary
Andrew S
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Had a lovely time just what we were looking for
Michelle O
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
This campsite was so great! I love that there was a river side (which would be nice in the summer!). The bathrooms were individual and clean. We had a large campsite - the only downside was the cement table. It rained and they never dried out, but hey, we're camping, right? Camp host was great too with lots of info and delivering woood in the rain. I love this site.
Erich M
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
The tent sites were great and the proximity to the Parkway and the river were a bonus.
Erich M
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
The tent sites were great and the proximity to the Parkway and the river were a bonus.
James B
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Staff was awesome. They welcomed us and were very flexible when I wanted to change my site. Beautiful spot and great place to camp while exploring the Black Mountains.
James B
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Staff was awesome. They welcomed us and were very flexible when I wanted to change my site. Beautiful spot and great place to camp while exploring the Black Mountains.
Katie T
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
I couldn’t find the campsite. The fog was so dense and gps didn’t work. I drove excessive mileage and countless uTurns before i gave up and paid for an unreserved spot at another camp.
Katie T
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
I couldn’t find the campsite. The fog was so dense and gps didn’t work. I drove excessive mileage and countless uTurns before i gave up and paid for an unreserved spot at another camp.
Sara T
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Awesome recreation area. Tent sites are a bit smaller and not as private as other parks but the recreation area more than makes up for it. None of the sites are directly on the water but very close access and able to hear the stream at night and early AM. We will go back.
Sara T
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Awesome recreation area. Tent sites are a bit smaller and not as private as other parks but the recreation area more than makes up for it. None of the sites are directly on the water but very close access and able to hear the stream at night and early AM. We will go back.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.8044 / -82.2044
Elevation: 842 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
