North Mills River

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

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

25 total sites

RV Sites

21 sites

Tent Sites

4 sites

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

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Mar 20 to Nov 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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

Reviews (560)

What Guests Are Saying

North Mills River Campground is a beautifully maintained site with clean and spacious facilities, offering a peaceful experience deep in the woods. Camp hosts are friendly and helpful, providing excellent service and local activity recommendations. While some bathroom facilities are older and access to certain sites can be improved, the campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, fishing, and proximity to hiking and biking trails.

Review Summary

4.7
560 reviews
5
81.3%
455
4
13.4%
75
3
3.8%
21
2
0.9%
5
1
0.7%
4

G Michael B

Verified

June 1, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: NORT

5

Nice & quiet!

Paul R

Verified

June 1, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: NORT

5

Beautiful campground! Nice sites, clean bathrooms. The campground host we’re very nice

Paul R

Verified

June 1, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: NORT

5

Beautiful campground! Nice sites, clean bathrooms. The campground host we’re very nice

G Michael B

Verified

June 1, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: NORT

5

Nice & quiet!

Basil T

Verified

May 28, 2023 Stayed at: 019, Loop: NORT

5

Great time, excellent host, we had a great time.

Basil T

Verified

May 28, 2023 Stayed at: 019, Loop: NORT

5

Great time, excellent host, we had a great time.

Monica F

Verified

May 23, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: NORT

5

One of our favorite places to camp!

Monica F

Verified

May 23, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: NORT

5

One of our favorite places to camp!

Kitty M

Verified

May 21, 2023 Stayed at: 004, Loop: NORT

3

First there was NO sign saying turn here for the office to check in. I drove down a very poor dirt forest road with my camper. Almost could not turn around. Second this park needs serious maintenance. The vegetation is way overgrown since the last time I came. You need to cut back the trees and the overgrowth everywhere. They need an electric plug to use in the restroom for shaving and blowdryers. . Also the vault restrooms by my campsite were closed. Way too many fishermen are using the stream. No place to sit and enjoy the stream. This place has gone downhill in the last few years

Kitty M

Verified

May 21, 2023 Stayed at: 004, Loop: NORT

3

First there was NO sign saying turn here for the office to check in. I drove down a very poor dirt forest road with my camper. Almost could not turn around. Second this park needs serious maintenance. The vegetation is way overgrown since the last time I came. You need to cut back the trees and the overgrowth everywhere. They need an electric plug to use in the restroom for shaving and blowdryers. . Also the vault restrooms by my campsite were closed. Way too many fishermen are using the stream. No place to sit and enjoy the stream. This place has gone downhill in the last few years

Location North Mills River

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

Elevation: 678 feet

Distance to downtown

5.9 mi drive to downtown Mills River (about 12 min)

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: September 9, 2026

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