CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA

About

Overview Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area sits in the scenic mountains of Pisgah National Forest. This is a great place for small to medium-sized groups to swim, fish, tube, hike, camp, picnic and simply relax in the cool shade of the forest. Recreation The river provides endless hours of fun for families and water enthusiasts, including swimming and tubing. Anglers can also try their luck for trout and smallmouth bass from the shore. Picnickers will enjoy relaxing in the shaded picnic shelter set amidst the deep woods. After eating, visitors can take a leisurely walk along a one-mile trail or get a workout on a 3.8-mile trail. Facilities Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area offers 35 primitive campsites, sites equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. The facility provides hot showers and restrooms with flush toilets. Campers can purchase firewood, ice, tee shirts, souvenirs. Natural Features As the name suggests, Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is shaded by a thick hemlock forest with a mix of deciduous trees and rhododendrons. The facility is adjacent to the South Toe River and sits at an elevation of 2,900 feet. Nearby Attractions Visitors can enjoy scenic driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

• fuel station

  Fuel station

  0.3 mi

• propane

  AmeriGas

  7.0 mi

• grocery

  B & B Grocery

  0.3 mi

• potable water

  Potable water

  4.3 mi

• trailhead

  Carolina Hemlocks Trailhead

  < 0.1 mi

• attraction

  Swimming Spot

  0.3 mi

• recreation site

  Carolina Hemlocks Picnic Area

  < 0.1 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

• 8516 HIGHWAY 80 SOUTH · BURNSVILLE, NC 28714
• 828-675-5509

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