Briar Bottom Group Campground

National Forests in North Carolina — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: BURNSVILLE, NC, NC

Price: From $125 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: May through October

Briar Bottom Group Campground is the perfect getaway for visitors to enjoy mountain scenery and easy access to hiking trails. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, in Pisgah National Forest.The facility has six separate campsites; each can accommodate up to 30 people.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/briar-bottom-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Briar Bottom Group Campground sits at the base of Mt. Mitchell in Pisgah National Forest with easy access to hiking trails and the South Toe River for trout fishing. The campground offers mountain scenery and a variety of recreational activities including day hiking and scenic driving.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Timber Rattlesnake present in the area within 8km of campground

Insider tips for Briar Bottom Group Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand South Toe River nearby offers trout fishing opportunities Located at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River

Skip Briar Bottom Group Campground if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available at this campground. You plan to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only. You need more than 6 total sites - very limited capacity.

Best time to visit Briar Bottom Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Black Mountain Campground (Burnsville, NC), Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area (BURNSVILLE, NC), Curtis Creek Campground (Nc) (Nebo, NC), Linville Falls Campground (Asheville, NC).

Cell Phone Coverage at Briar Bottom Group Campground

Cell signal at Briar Bottom Group Campground (BURNSVILLE, NC): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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BURNSVILLE, NC, NC★ 4.6 (21 reviews)From $125/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Briar Bottom Group Campground is the perfect getaway for visitors to enjoy mountain scenery and easy access to hiking trails. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, in Pisgah National Forest.The facility has six separate campsites; each can accommodate up to 30 people.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites6 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known 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 RV hookups - no hookups available at this campground✕ You plan to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only✕ You need more than 6 total sites - very limited capacity

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

South Toe River nearby offers trout fishing opportunities

Located at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear and Timber Rattlesnake present in the area within 8km of campground

Location

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Getting there →

From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9 onto 19 east toward 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. Campers must enter through the main gate at Black Mountain Campground to get to Briar Bottom.

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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, speakable
How much does Briar Bottom Group Campground cost per night?+
Briar Bottom Group Campground costs $125 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Briar Bottom Group Campground open?+
Briar Bottom Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Briar Bottom Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Briar Bottom Group Campground?+
Briar Bottom Group Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Briar Bottom Group Campground?+
Briar Bottom Group 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 Briar Bottom Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Briar Bottom Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Briar Bottom Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Briar Bottom Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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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$125 /night★ 4.6 (21)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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