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HARMON DEN HORSE CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

22 total sites

About Harmon Den Campground

Harmon Den Campground is nestled on a mountainside beneath a forest of mixed hardwoods in the Pisgah National Forest. The camp is in a secluded area off of Cold Springs rd. in Haywood County, and the individual sites provide ample privacy.   The upper loop is reserved for horse campers while the lower loop is reserved for tent camping and small trailers. There are no hookups, no dump station, and no drinking water at this time. There is a vault toilet facility for each camping loop as well as bear-proof garbage cans. The area trails are horse and hiking use only, NO bikes. The campground is an ideal base for exploring the miles of nearby trails and enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery, with nearby access to I-40, Max Patch, and Hot Springs, NC

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

22 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏕️ HD01, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly
🏕️ HD02, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly
🏕️ HD03, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly
🏕️ HD05, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly
🏕️ HD06, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD07, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD08, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD09, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD10, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD11, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD12, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD13, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ HD14, Loop: Upper Equestrian
8 guests
⛺ T15, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T16, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T17, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T18, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T19, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T20, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T21, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T22, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T23, Loop: Lower Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade

Reviews (37)

What Guests Are Saying

Harmon Den Campground offers a quiet, clean, and well-maintained environment with shaded sites equipped with picnic tables, fire pits, and grill grates. Campers appreciated the wildlife sightings, including bears and elk, and the peaceful atmosphere despite some minor disturbances from construction nearby. Some challenges included confusing detour signs and a hornet issue at the entry gate, but overall, visitors enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
37 reviews
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Gay M

Verified

August 2, 2022 • Stayed at: HD13, Loop: Upper

3

Love the camp ground but was very disappointed in how we found the stalls stay in #12 ..had to haul out about 5 loads of manure and hay..it was terrible..we have always cleaned ours and expect the same from others..in the rules u sent us we expected to find it clean ..not to have to work for several hours before we could put our horses in it..who ever used it didn’t clean up anything just move the manure to the side..

Gay M

Verified

August 2, 2022 • Stayed at: HD13, Loop: Upper

3

Love the camp ground but was very disappointed in how we found the stalls stay in #12 ..had to haul out about 5 loads of manure and hay..it was terrible..we have always cleaned ours and expect the same from others..in the rules u sent us we expected to find it clean ..not to have to work for several hours before we could put our horses in it..who ever used it didn’t clean up anything just move the manure to the side..

Cameron P

Verified

October 7, 2023 • Stayed at: HD05, Loop: Upper

5

Went in 24 ft rv. Roads were good. Campground was quiet. Parking pads weee big and flat. Loved it!

Cameron P

Verified

October 7, 2023 • Stayed at: HD05, Loop: Upper

5

Went in 24 ft rv. Roads were good. Campground was quiet. Parking pads weee big and flat. Loved it!

Camron P

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: T23, Loop: Lower

5

Hard to find similar experience.

I’ve fished Cold Springs Creek for nearly 20 years. Never been skunked before this year. Not sure what the stocking situation is…

Camron P

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: T23, Loop: Lower

5

Hard to find similar experience.

I’ve fished Cold Springs Creek for nearly 20 years. Never been skunked before this year. Not sure what the stocking situation is…

Brooks O

Verified

June 13, 2025 • Stayed at: T17, Loop: Lower

2

This campground was reasonably well cared for, although not as clean as other FS campgrounds I have stayed. The first 3 of my 4 night stay was quiet as I was the only one there. The toilets were clean and stocked. The only negative was the entry gate. Having a lock is fine and it was nice that I could "lock myself in" so the campground was't getting cruisers, but on my second entry I was attacked by hornets from a nest between the gate reflectors (there is another nest on the mid-camp toilet). Received 6 stings to my face. Rangers or cleaning contractors should be prepared to check for and remove these to protect patrons. It made for a miserable night. Thankfully I was not allergic! This is a risk campers take, but it is not expected in an area that is easily mitigated and could become a medical emergency for some.

Brooks O

Verified

June 13, 2025 • Stayed at: T17, Loop: Lower

2

This campground was reasonably well cared for, although not as clean as other FS campgrounds I have stayed. The first 3 of my 4 night stay was quiet as I was the only one there. The toilets were clean and stocked. The only negative was the entry gate. Having a lock is fine and it was nice that I could "lock myself in" so the campground was't getting cruisers, but on my second entry I was attacked by hornets from a nest between the gate reflectors (there is another nest on the mid-camp toilet). Received 6 stings to my face. Rangers or cleaning contractors should be prepared to check for and remove these to protect patrons. It made for a miserable night. Thankfully I was not allergic! This is a risk campers take, but it is not expected in an area that is easily mitigated and could become a medical emergency for some.

Holly P

Verified

August 10, 2025 • Stayed at: HD08, Loop: Upper

5

Campsites were in good shape. Trails were open and in good repair.

Holly P

Verified

August 10, 2025 • Stayed at: HD08, Loop: Upper

5

Campsites were in good shape. Trails were open and in good repair.

Location & Directions for Harmon Den Campground

632 Manor Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754 United States

Elevation: 882 ft

Getting There

From Hot Springs, North Carolina, take Highway 209 south for approximately 7 mi.
Turn right onto Meadowfork Road NCSR# 1175. After 6 mi
turn right onto Little Creek Road NCSR# 1181 for 3 mi. Take a left onto Max Patch Road NCSR# 1182, then travel ...

Nearest town

Mars Hill, NC - 65 mi

About over 1 hr (74 min) to downtown

Highway access

Harmon Den Campground is accessible from Interstate 40, approximately 3 miles away via Cold Springs Road. Additionally, it can be reached by Highway 209, which is approximately 7 miles from Hot Springs.

Nearby National Park

Approximate driving time: 15 min

Yosemite National Park

Arch Rock Entrance

Approximate driving time: 59 min

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance; no walk-ups allowed.
  • Access to the campground is gated; you'll receive the code upon reservation.
  • Visit the link for more information about National Forests in North Carolina.

Utilities

  • The handpump water is not safe to drink; bring your own drinking water.

Pets

  • No horses are allowed in the campground interior; use the perimeter trail for riding access.
  • A Coggins test is required for horses.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Food and waste must be stored in bear-proof containers due to the campground's location in a bear sanctuary.

Fires & fuel

  • Obtain firewood locally and do not move it to prevent pest spread; it's illegal in some areas.

Safety & rules

  • Remove all hay and straw when you leave the campground.
  • Dispose of horse manure and hay using the provided shovel and wheelbarrow into the designated trailer.

Site types & loops

  • The upper loop is for horse camping; the lower loop accommodates tent campers and small trailers.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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