National Forests in North Carolina — riverside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Burnsville, NC, NC★ 4.5 (137 reviews)From $28/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Black Mountain Campground sits in the shadow of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S. and borders the South Toe River.
Best for:AnglersHikersFamiliesSites:TentRV
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups2 electric sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsShowersFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need water or sewer hookups - not available at campground✕ You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ You prefer a campground with hookups at most sites
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Electric hookups available on select sites only
Firewood available for purchase on-site
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, and Broad-winged Hawk present in area within 8km radius
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
828-675-5616· National Forests in North Carolina
Getting there →
From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9 onto 19 east towards Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Continue south approximately 12-14 miles to Mount Mitchell Golf Course. Turn right on South Toe River Road and follow signs to Black Mountain Campground.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — National Forests in North Carolina fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at National Forests in North Carolina before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Black Mountain Campground cost per night?+
Black Mountain Campground costs $28–$56 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Black Mountain Campground open?+
Black Mountain Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Black Mountain Campground have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Black Mountain Campground?+
Black Mountain Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Black Mountain Campground?+
Black Mountain Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Black Mountain Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Black Mountain Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Black Mountain Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Black Mountain Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$28 /night★ 4.5 (137)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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