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About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
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Fall
Tubing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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General Store
Pet friendly
Restrooms
River Access
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- Restrooms
- Showers
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- 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
pamela t
VerifiedAugust 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
On a hot summer day, nothing better than playing in the water! Great place to play.
Meghan M
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
I had a great time! It was a sweet campsite and I enjoyed the quieter wooded side of the campground. They have done a lot of work on public areas and campsites along the river after Hurricane Helene, and the river is still glorious and great for swimming and just appreciating the natural beauty of the area.
Meghan M
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
I had a great time! It was a sweet campsite and I enjoyed the quieter wooded side of the campground. They have done a lot of work on public areas and campsites along the river after Hurricane Helene, and the river is still glorious and great for swimming and just appreciating the natural beauty of the area.
Nikki S
VerifiedJuly 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great campground! The bathrooms were pretty clean, swimming hole is fantastic. It would be helpful if the store was open a bit later.
Nikki S
VerifiedJuly 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great campground! The bathrooms were pretty clean, swimming hole is fantastic. It would be helpful if the store was open a bit later.
Joyce M
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Very quiet and clean campground. We really enjoyed our stay there
Joyce M
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Very quiet and clean campground. We really enjoyed our stay there
Jordan E
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
My kids and I love this place. We camped 6 days. We were close by the host. The host was jumping on people for running a quiet generator after 8. Then people related to the host came in one evening, threw up some tents in an area that wasnt suppose to have tents and partied all night. Kids running around screaming all night, big diesel truck running with its bright lights shinning right on my tent all for hours. I think had the host been better and made everyone follow the rules, our stay would have been great.
Jordan E
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
My kids and I love this place. We camped 6 days. We were close by the host. The host was jumping on people for running a quiet generator after 8. Then people related to the host came in one evening, threw up some tents in an area that wasnt suppose to have tents and partied all night. Kids running around screaming all night, big diesel truck running with its bright lights shinning right on my tent all for hours. I think had the host been better and made everyone follow the rules, our stay would have been great.
Charles H
VerifiedJuly 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We love the Hemlocks!
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
