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About Davidson River
Number of accommodations: 132
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Reviews (576)
What Guests Are Saying
Davidson River Campground is highly praised for its beautiful scenery, well-maintained trails, and variety of outdoor activities, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and the tranquil environment. While some reviews mention the need for bathroom upgrades and maintenance on certain sites, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests returning year after year.
What Guests Are Saying
Davidson River Campground is highly praised for its beautiful scenery, well-maintained trails, and variety of outdoor activities, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and the tranquil environment. While some reviews mention the need for bathroom upgrades and maintenance on certain sites, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests returning year after year.
Review Summary
Patrick H
VerifiedAugust 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 104, Loop: POPLAR
Great experience!
All facilities were in working order.
Campsite was clean.
Paula M
VerifiedAugust 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: DOGW
Beautiful campground, quiet,peaceful, close to a lot of activities
Karen W
VerifiedAugust 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: WOAK
Staff very helpful and had a wonderful first time experience camping there.
It is a unique and special area. thank you, Karen
Barbara E
VerifiedAugust 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: DOGW
We enjoyed a quiet night and great location. The area is pretty shady, D71 had some spotty success with Starlink internet. The site behind us also used a Starlink. Ranger was very nice. Good shower pressure and heat.
Wenchao B
VerifiedAugust 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: Roadside
I can’t believe, there is a free shower room nearby, and they have hot water. Awesome.
Kevin G
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: LAUREL
One of the best campgrounds I've ever visited!
Gayle R
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: WOAK
We always enjoy our time at Davidson River. We had to wait over 30 minutes for a camper to dump so we could fill up with water before going to our site. It would be nice to have a location to fill your water tank that was not where the dump station is located.
Marguerite B
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 159, Loop: Riverbend
I like the walking path to the brewery although there isn't much shade along the way.
I like hearing the river during the night and listening for owls.
There was a raccoon that jumped onto the picnic table but I always totally clear my foodstuffs when finished so a clap of hands scared it off.
Sam B
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SYCAMORE
The welcoming at the gate was a nice start to a great week. Campsite was clean and quiet.
Justus D
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 118, Loop: HEML
Great and clean
Location Davidson River
Address:
1 Davidson River Circle
Pisgah Forest, NC, 28768
United States
From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-40 West to I-26 East to Exit 40 (Airport Road/Asheville Regional Airport), onto State Highway 280. Continue south 15.5 miles on 280 to Pisgah National Forest. Turn right at the intersection of Highway 280/64/276. Go north on 276 for 1 mile. Follow signs to the campground.
From Spartanburg, South Carolina, take I-26 West to Exit 40 (Airport Road/Asheville Regional Airport), onto State Highway 280. Continue south 15.5 miles on 280 to Pisgah National Forest. Turn right at the intersection of Highway 280/64/276. Go north on 276 for 1 mile. Follow signs to the campground.
From Charlotte, North Carolina, take I-85 South to Gastonia and exit at U.S. Highway 74 West. Merge with I-26 West to Exit 40 (Airport Road/Asheville Regional Airport), onto State Highway 280. Continue south 15.5 miles on 280 to Pisgah National Forest. Turn right at the intersection of Highway 280/64/276. Go north on 276 for 1 mile. Follow signs to the campground.
Davidson River Campground is accessible via I-26, with Exit 40 leading to State Highway 280, which is approximately 15.5 miles from the campground. I-40 is also nearby, providing additional access to the area.
Elevation: 655 feet
3.6 mi drive to downtown Pisgah Forest (about 9 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Gates may be closed but not locked.
- Please make sure to plan your departure day to provide adequate time for staff to prepare the site for the next group of visitors.
- A number of first-come, first-serve sites are offered during the winter only. Availability is extremely limited during peak season, weekends, and holidays. It is recommended that visitors reserve other sites ahead of time.
- Single campsites are limited to 2 vehicles per site and double campsites limited to 4 vehicles per site. Additional vehicles wishing to park at the site are subject to a $5.00 per vehicle fee.
- All campsites must be occupied the first night of a reservation. Any unoccupied site on the first night will be released for other users and reservations will be cancelled without opportunity for refund.
- Pets are allowed on-site and must be supervised for the duration of your stay. Dogs must be kept on-leash or contained for the duration of your stay. Dog fences are not allowed in the campground.
- Davidson River is located in black bear territory. Visitors are expected to keep all smellable items locked away inside a camper, vehicle, or provided bear box. Visitors who do not comply with this rule may be asked to vacate the facility due to an increased risk of public safety.
- Generators may be used up to 4 hours per day between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.; generators not allowed on Poplar Loop (sites 99-113)
- Campground hosts sites are clearly marked. Hosts are present to provide assistance to visitors should the need arise.
- Campground hosts are available for any questions. Campground office number is (828) 885-7557.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
- This campground is managed by Naventure.
- Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina
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Last updated: September 9, 2026
