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About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
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Spring
Tubing
Summer
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Tubing
Fall
Tubing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
General Store
Pet friendly
Restrooms
River Access
Showers
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
William E
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Still suffering effects of flooding from Hurricane Helene. You can tell work has been done, but please be aware of road closures - the Blue Ridge Parkway in particular. There is currently only one way in and one way out - you can only approach from the north. Beautiful campground, but tight for trailers. Only 2 men's and 2 women's toilets and same for showers.
William E
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Still suffering effects of flooding from Hurricane Helene. You can tell work has been done, but please be aware of road closures - the Blue Ridge Parkway in particular. There is currently only one way in and one way out - you can only approach from the north. Beautiful campground, but tight for trailers. Only 2 men's and 2 women's toilets and same for showers.
Jessica P
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We love this campground. The kids have a blast tubing the river, and the location is beyond beautiful. The staff are always friendly and I really like their little store! A total win. We come every summer.
Jessica P
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We love this campground. The kids have a blast tubing the river, and the location is beyond beautiful. The staff are always friendly and I really like their little store! A total win. We come every summer.
Miguel H
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great location. Nice hot showers and easy river access for tubing or fishing
Miguel H
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great location. Nice hot showers and easy river access for tubing or fishing
M P
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great stay with beautiful coooool nights!
Only a couple of disappointing things: 1. The campground hosts didn't police the site between campers, so we had a LOT of cleaning up to do including a big pile of dry dog food (?) and piles of dog feces.
2. There were some people camping one of the nights that must've been in the upper area and were LOUD and obnoxious. Screaming, cursing, loud music well past midnight. It woke many of the neighbors around us, and it didn't seem the hosts cared a bit. Made for a long night.
Otherwise a great triip.
M P
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great stay with beautiful coooool nights!
Only a couple of disappointing things: 1. The campground hosts didn't police the site between campers, so we had a LOT of cleaning up to do including a big pile of dry dog food (?) and piles of dog feces.
2. There were some people camping one of the nights that must've been in the upper area and were LOUD and obnoxious. Screaming, cursing, loud music well past midnight. It woke many of the neighbors around us, and it didn't seem the hosts cared a bit. Made for a long night.
Otherwise a great triip.
Gary B
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
First time at this campground, but familiar with the location. Loved the campsites we had…on the river, spacious,, easy setup. Sites 2, 4, 6, and 7 are recommended. Enjoyed talking to the camp host and the info she provided.
Noisier than any other campground, not due to campers, but the road traffic. I was awakened around 6am by a construction truck using his extremely loud air brakes. Two roads sandwich the campground, so be aware. Normally the traffic noise is negligible unless your site is on the Hwy 80 side. The water has a yellow tint to it and tasted “treated”. Still, these did not detract from the trip. Loved the access to the river and if I’d brought a swim suit or shorts, I could have done some laps at one of the access sites. We’ll be back to this campground.
Melissa W
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Absolutely love this campground! One of my favorite getaway spots!
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 7, 2026
