Warning
GeneralDavidson River Campground — Closure Update: Now Reopening July 1, 2026 To enhance the guest experience, the U.S. Forest Service and Naventure are collaborating to modernize Davidson River Campground with new bathhouses, upgraded utilities, and fresh pavement throughout. Due to severe winter weather conditions that impacted construction, our anticipated reopening date has been extended from May 1 to July 1, 2026. We appreciate your patience as these important improvements are completed, and we look forward to welcoming you back to a campground that is better than ever. For questions, please visit www.naventure.com/closures
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About Davidson River
Number of accommodations: 132
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (575)
What Guests Are Saying
Davidson River Campground is highly praised for its stunning natural beauty, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors appreciate the variety of outdoor activities available, including hiking, fishing, and swimming, as well as the peaceful atmosphere. Some reviews note areas for improvement, particularly regarding bathroom maintenance and site accessibility, but overall, the campground remains a beloved destination that many return to year after year.
What Guests Are Saying
Davidson River Campground is highly praised for its stunning natural beauty, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors appreciate the variety of outdoor activities available, including hiking, fishing, and swimming, as well as the peaceful atmosphere. Some reviews note areas for improvement, particularly regarding bathroom maintenance and site accessibility, but overall, the campground remains a beloved destination that many return to year after year.
Review Summary
Wanda R
VerifiedJune 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 124, Loop: HEML
Love this campground! So beautiful and remote feeling yet close to anything else you may need!
Staff are great and bathhouses are clean and well- maintained. The river flows right by the campground and is awesome for trout fishing. Our fav spot by far!
Cecil N
VerifiedMay 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: LAUREL
We were there during the week and it was quiet and lovely weather. We like the close access to the town of Brevard too.
Kathy W
VerifiedMay 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 100, Loop: POPLAR
Davidson River is our favorite place to camp. Staff are very friendly.
I was glad to read you are updating the shower houses as they are not ADA compliant now.
We like to watch everyone at sliding rock, we go to the Cradle of Forestry every visit and of course Looking Glass Falls! We live in Indiana and are in our seventies but make the trip once a year.
Sarah W
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 108, Loop: POPLAR
Great campgrounds! Great paved paths for young kids on bikes. We didn’t have a lantern hook at this site 108, and I didn’t see one at 107 either, but it was a nice and secluded spot. Saw quite a bit of poison ivy.
Celeste Q
VerifiedMay 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 101, Loop: POPLAR
Always a great experience here. Clean sites, including fire ring. Restroom was clean, stocked with TP. Informative staff at the gate.
Holley S
VerifiedMay 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: LAUREL
We recommend going to the Asheville Radio Museum, which is open on Saturdays from 1-3.
Peter S
VerifiedMay 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: WOAK
Clean neat campsite, well spaced. Bathrooms clean and neat
Martin F
VerifiedMay 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SYCAMORE
Caught the Biggest Trout that I Ever caught on the Davidson River. It was awesome and only 140 yards from our camp site.
Martin F
VerifiedMay 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: WOAK
The Fishing was Exceptional and the Staff was Very Accommodating. Bryan was Great and he gave my wife and I some very good tips and he helped us out on numerous occasions.
Cynthia T
VerifiedMay 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: DOGW
Great park. Beautiful. Interesting. Great hikes.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.2808 / -82.7225
Elevation: 655 feet
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
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralDavidson River Campground — Closure Update: Now Reopening July 1, 2026 To enhance the guest experience, the U.S. Forest Service and Naventure are collaborating to modernize Davidson River Campground with new bathhouses, upgraded utilities, and fresh pavement throughout. Due to severe winter weather conditions that impacted construction, our anticipated reopening date has been extended from May 1 to July 1, 2026. We appreciate your patience as these important improvements are completed, and we look forward to welcoming you back to a campground that is better than ever. For questions, please visit www.naventure.com/closures
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
