Campgrounds
Black Mountain Campground
50 Black Mtn Campground Rd, Burnsville, NC
Black Mountain Campground sits in the shadow of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S., at 3,040 feet elevation in the Pisgah National Forest near Burnsville. The USDA Forest Service facility offers 37 primitive campsites with 3 sites including electric hookups. Each campsite includes picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills. Facilities provide hot showers and restrooms with flush toilets. Campers can purchase firewood, ice, t-shirts, and souvenirs at the campground.
The South Toe River borders the facility, providing opportunities for picnicking, day hiking, scenic driving, and trout fishing. Black Mountain Campground operates mid-April through October with a 14-day stay limit within 30 days. The gate is closed at 10:00 pm and reopens at 7:00 am daily. From Asheville, take I-26 west to exit 9 onto Highway 19 east towards Burnsville, then south on Highway 80 approximately 12-14 miles to Mount Mitchell Golf Course, then turn right on South Toe River Road.
Common Questions
What types of camping sites are available?
37 primitive campsites; 3 sites include electric hookups. All have picnic tables, tent pads, and fire rings with grills.
What facilities are provided?
Hot showers, flush toilets, and restrooms. Firewood, ice, and supplies available for purchase on-site.
What activities are available?
Trout fishing in the South Toe River, day hiking, scenic driving, and picnicking. Proximity to Mt. Mitchell for mountain exploration.