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Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area

National Forests in North Carolina

🏕️ CampgroundPisgah NF / AshevilleNorth Carolina⭐ 4.4 (181)
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
🟢 13 open windows as of Sep 9 — soonest Sat Sep 12–Mon Sep 14
2 of the last 49 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 2h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🔥 Just opened — our latest scan caught 2 cancellations here, marked below
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 39 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 20h ago.
📈 CampSage caught 7 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area in North Carolina has 13 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Sep 12–Mon Sep 14. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sat Sep 12 – Mon Sep 142 nightsbook these dates →sites #03
Sun Sep 13 – Wed Sep 163 nightsbook these dates →👥 CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #08 & CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #09 next to each othersites #08, #09, #28, #30, #31, #33, #35, #36
Sun Sep 13 – Tue Sep 152 nightsbook these dates →sites #05, #34
Fri Oct 16 – Mon Oct 193 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #01
Wed Sep 16 – Fri Sep 182 nightsbook these dates →sites #02
Sat Sep 19 – Tue Sep 223 nightsbook these dates →sites #07
Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →🔥 just openedopened 2h agosites #32
Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →sites #01, #06, #29

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #03 — 3
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #03 · 3USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #03 — 3
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #03 · 3USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #08 — 8
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #08 · 8USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #08 — 8
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #08 · 8USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #09 — 9
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #09 · 9USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #09 — 9
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #09 · 9USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #28 — 28
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #28 · 28USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #28 — 28
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #28 · 28USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #30 — 30
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #30 · 30USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #30 — 30
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #30 · 30USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #31 — 31
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #31 · 31USFS
Campsite CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #31 — 31
Site CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA #31 · 31USFS
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 12.0 mi away (straight line).

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⚡ Asheville Supercharger23.5 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 23 openings at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area over the last 30 days, on 23 separate days, most of them for stays 6–26 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $28–$70/nightGroup Shelter ElectricGroup Shelter NonelectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.3★★★★☆176 ratings
5★112
4★33
3★16
2★9
1★6
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon2.5/4
T-Mobile2.4/4
AT&T2.4/4
Sprint retired0.8/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area?

Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area in North Carolina takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area?

Campsite fees at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area run about $28–$70/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area?

CampSage's scans caught 23 openings at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area over the last 30 days, on 23 separate days, most of them for stays 6–26 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area a good campground?

Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 181 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area, Verizon rates highest at 2.5 out of 5 from 90 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area located?

Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is located in Pisgah NF / Asheville, North Carolina. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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