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North Mills River

NORTH MILLS RIVER
North Mills River
NORTH MILLS RIVER
NORTH MILLS RIVER
NORTH MILLS RIVER

Featured amenities

Parking
Restrooms

About North Mills River

North Mills River Campground is a rustic mountain getaway in Pisgah National Forest in western North Carolina. Located just outside the popular city of Asheville, the campground provides access to a variety of cultural and natural attractions, including an arboretum, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, and numerous hiking, fishing, and mountain biking opportunities.Winter Operations (November 16, 2025 - March 20, 2026):During winter months, this facility operates with limited services:No running waterNo electricityPit toilets onlySites 1-13 are available on a first-come, first-served basis for $15 per night (14-day stay limit). Sites 14-26 are closed during winter. Payment by cash or check must be placed in the fee tube within 30 minutes of arrival. Winter sites cannot be reserved online.

Number of accommodations: 25

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Mountain Biking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 20 to Nov 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

25 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: NORT
Water Only
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
017, Loop: NORT
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
018, Loop: NORT
8 guests
Price not available
019, Loop: NORT
8 guests
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: NORT
No Hookups
Price not available
Group Site, Loop: NORTH MILLS RIVER
30 guests
Price not available

Reviews (511)

What Guests Are Saying

North Mills River Campground offers a serene escape with beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and friendly hosts. Campers appreciate the well-maintained sites, proximity to fishing and biking trails, and the peaceful atmosphere without cell service. While some showers had water pressure issues, the overall experience is positive, with visitors looking forward to returning.

Review Summary

4.7
511 reviews
5
82.4%
421
4
12.1%
62
3
3.9%
20
2
0.8%
4
1
0.8%
4

Scott M

Verified

November 26, 2023 Stayed at: 016, Loop: NORT

5

Well managed clean and easy to access sites.

James P

Verified

November 22, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: NORT

5

beautiful place helpful camp host

James P

Verified

November 22, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: NORT

5

beautiful place helpful camp host

Frederick E

Verified

November 13, 2023 Stayed at: 026, Loop: NORT

5

Such a great location for venturing into the Pisgah Forest and the in-town activities too!

Frederick E

Verified

November 13, 2023 Stayed at: 026, Loop: NORT

5

Such a great location for venturing into the Pisgah Forest and the in-town activities too!

Shelia W

Verified

November 6, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: NORT

5

My husband and I were there Oct 22-Oct 28,2023 on site 18 for our annual fall camping trip in the NC mountains. The beauty and tranquility of the campground were more than we expected. The bathrooms and showers were clean and heated (much to our surprise).
It quickly became one of our favorite campgrounds in that area and we can’t wait to take our grandkids there in the summer.

Shelia W

Verified

November 6, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: NORT

5

My husband and I were there Oct 22-Oct 28,2023 on site 18 for our annual fall camping trip in the NC mountains. The beauty and tranquility of the campground were more than we expected. The bathrooms and showers were clean and heated (much to our surprise).
It quickly became one of our favorite campgrounds in that area and we can’t wait to take our grandkids there in the summer.

John M

Verified

October 27, 2023 Stayed at: 025, Loop: NORT

5

The campground was beautiful and bathrooms were clean. The camp host wasn’t very friendly. The signage could be a little confusing to find your site.

John M

Verified

October 27, 2023 Stayed at: 025, Loop: NORT

5

The campground was beautiful and bathrooms were clean. The camp host wasn’t very friendly. The signage could be a little confusing to find your site.

Hassan K

Verified

October 25, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: NORT

5

Greate site. Great campsite hosts. Restrooms and showers were clean. Close access to trails and creek make this a top spot

Location North Mills River

Address:
5289 N. Mills River Road
Mills River, NC, 28742
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.4072 / -82.6458

Elevation: 678 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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