Cove Creek Lower Group Camp Near Pisgah Forest, NC

About Cove Creek Lower Group Camp

Cove Creek Lower Group Camp is one of two group campsites nestled along Cove Creek in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains in western North Carolina. The facility can accommodate large groups of up to 60 people and offers year-round opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing and picnicking in one of the most scenic areas in the state.

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Year-round

Hiking

Year-round

Mountain Biking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Potable Water

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002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

🚐 RV

Pet Friendly
Gravel

Site Details

Up to 60 guests

Surface: Gravel

Pet Friendly

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Reviews (27)

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What Guests Are Saying

Cove Creek Lower Group Camp is praised for its magical atmosphere, with ample sun and shade, and numerous nearby water features, making it ideal for various outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and rock climbing. Reviewers highlight the friendly maintenance crew and the spacious setting, perfect for group gatherings and recreation. While some concerns were noted regarding summer camp traffic and the lack of clarity about water potability, these did not detract significantly from the overall positive experience.

What Guests Are Saying

Review Summary

4.5

27 reviews

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antoine r

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April 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

great spot for a group camp, with lots to do within walking/riding distance.

Andy M

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May 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

Great campsite and would recommend this site. We had an amazing school campout experience.

Andy M

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May 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

Great campsite and would recommend this site. We had an amazing school campout experience.

Christopher H

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May 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

Such an amazing spot, great little kids rockclimbing face, water slide in the creek, and blue ghost fireflies.

Great trip!

Christopher H

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May 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

Such an amazing spot, great little kids rockclimbing face, water slide in the creek, and blue ghost fireflies.

Great trip!

Dan D

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March 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

Beautiful campsite for a large group

Dan D

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March 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

Beautiful campsite for a large group

Scott K

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March 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

We have reserved this site many times over the last 34 years. It gets better every time!

Scott K

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March 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

We have reserved this site many times over the last 34 years. It gets better every time!

Heather R

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March 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: GROUP CAMP

This is an ideal group site. Mini sliding rock, swimming hole, rock wall for climbing, access to trails, waterfall hike, field for games and camping, good spots for hammocks, community meals, and serenity!! What a magical place to be with friends outside. Total dream!! The lower site has easy access now with the culvert over the old ford site. All the thumbs up!!

Location & Directions for Cove Creek Lower Group Camp

1 Davidson River Circle, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 United States

Elevation: 903 ft

Map of Cove Creek Lower Group Camp location at Pisgah Forest, NC, United States

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Getting There

From the Asheville airport, take Highway 280 west to the U.S. Highway 64/280/276 intersection at Pisgah National Forest. Turn north onto U.S. Highway 276. Go 4.5 mi to Forest Road 475A and turn left. Travel on 475A for 3 mi to the campground on th...

Nearest town

Pisgah Forest, NC - 11 mi

About 21 min to downtown

Highway access

Cove Creek Lower Group Camp is accessible via U.S. Highway 64 and U.S. Highway 276, both located within a few miles of the campground. The nearest major road access is U.S. Highway 276, which connects to Highway 280.

Nearby National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Cataloochee Entrance

Approximate driving time: 57 min

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