US Forest ServiceFreeNational Forests in North Carolina
Fires Creek Rim Camp NC
Hayesville, North Carolina, North Carolina2,162 ft🗓 Apr–Nov
About this site
Nantahala NF dispersed camping on the Fires Creek Rim. Blue Ridge views, Appalachian elk reintroduction area.
Peak season temperatures
83°F
Avg high
67°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Red-legged SalamanderCoal SkinkOcoee SalamanderBlue Ridge Two-lined SalamanderBrook Trout
Activities
Elk ViewingHikingOHV RidingWildlife Viewing
Amenities
Ridgeline ViewsCreek AccessFire Ring
Site types
TentCar Camp
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- National Forests in North Carolina
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Apr–Nov
- Elevation
- 2,162 ft
- Peak temps
- 67°–83°F
- Rating
- 4.2 (16)
- Coordinates
- 35.0834, -83.8512
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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