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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
Morris M
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: WOAK
Love coming there. Why is ampitheater not being repaired & used. I always enjoyed programs they used to have there. Been coming to DR for 50 years. Always enjoy & plan to continue coming to DR for many years to come
Jerry J
VerifiedJuly 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 138, Loop: Roadside
We have had a bad weather and could not built our tent the first day. Second day was OK. Only complaints on the rest room/shower close to site 138,
Kathleen O
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 086, Loop: LAUREL
I thought the Davidson River campground to be just right! I liked the spacing of the parking and tenting spots, liked the layout in a loop so kids can ride their bikes, liked being around so many families, felt safe, mostly quiet and location of restrooms.
Cecelia M
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: APPL
Only one toilet per bathroom was open on our loop. I realize they are updating the bathrooms for next year but it would have been nice if they could have left the two toilets open in the women's restrooms. That is too many people for one toilet. Otherwise we love it here!
Steve A
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 100, Loop: POPLAR
great private sites
Brock C
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: DOGW
We love this campground and book at least once a year
Robert B
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 098, Loop: LAUREL
Awesome spot… hiking available, well maintained and close to Brevard … highly recommend
Melissa B
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SYCAMORE
Very clean campsite, restrooms, and friendly staff as we arrived, asked questions and departed. Great experience
Travis W
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: DOGW
The park staff was very friendly and we had a great time!
Maxine H
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 100, Loop: POPLAR
Would love to know how to reserve full hook up spots. We saw two different tent camper’s using the full hook up spots!
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 6, 2026
