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
Elizabeth L
VerifiedApril 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 108, Loop: POPLAR
Your staff is excellent. Every person we encountered was amazing and helpful.
Ashby B
VerifiedApril 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: DOGW
The campsites that back up to the river and the trail are incredible. Also, I have never seen a bathhouse so clean and consistently serviced. Amazing! Friendly staff. Amazing facilities. I highly recommend it. Hot water and reasonable quiet hours.
MICHAEL S
VerifiedApril 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: HEML
It was a great place for Camping. Sites were clean . Restrooms and showers were clean. I've been going there five years. Can't wait until the next trip. All staff and hosts were very nice and helpful. Again great place to go.
Britt M
VerifiedApril 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: WOAK
This is the best campground-the sites are beautiful and private feeling and there is so much extra space for biking, playing frisbee, walking the dogs. Also love that is situated right along the water, plenty of fishing and swimming. Can't beat being in the middle of Pisgah.
JAMES B
VerifiedApril 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: LAUREL
Site was clean, weather was hot on Monday, windy and much cooler on Tuesday. Fish weren't bighting. No kids in the river on Tuesday. Staff is always helpful.
Aisha M
VerifiedApril 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 149, Loop: Riverbend
We had a great time at this campground! Clean facilities, lots of families with kids watching out for everyone’s collective safety, and the Ranger are Check-in was informative, kind and friendly. The swimming pool and the walk around the river were the cherry on top! There was a fire ring and picnic table at the camp site, and a flat pad to use. The site we stayed at was pretty close to neighbor sites so it’s limited on privacy, but everything else was fine.
Thomas R
VerifiedApril 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SYCAMORE
Everyone is always wonderful and helpful!
Amando V
April 20, 2025
Clean, close to trails, river & town. Great spot!
John G
VerifiedApril 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 137, Loop: Roadside
Great time,will be back
Dawn C
VerifiedApril 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 144, Loop: Roadside
We always love camping at The Davidson. The campground is so pretty and wooded, we love being so close to the river and trails, and the staff has always been so friendly. It's a special place!
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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