Lake Powhatan

National Forests in North Carolina, NC · ≈9.3 mi to Asheville
Sites
71
Max rig
50 ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
50A
ADA
To town
9.3 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Big rigs with full hookups
  • RVers seeking water access and fishing
  • Hikers and mountain bikers
  • Swimmers and water sports enthusiasts
  • Pet-friendly camping

✕ Not ideal for

  • Boondocking or dry camping
  • Visitors seeking remote solitude

Connectivity

Best bet: VerizonUsable 5G — good enough to stay connected · 2 of 3 carriers reach here
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T-Mobile

What's here

27 Standards (no Hookups)
23 Tent Onlys (no Hookups)
17 RvsDrive-In access
4 StandardsDrive-In access
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Checked against every site's real dimensions.
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11 of 71 sites don't report a length.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedElectric hookupsFire pitsFull hookupsGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesSewer hookupsShadeWater hookups
Activities
BackpackingBirdingCampingDay Use AreaFishingHikingMountain BikingMushroom PickingPhotographyPicnickingStar GazingSwimmingSwimming SiteWater Access
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Fits most rigs comfortablyRig fit
Easy to reachAccess
Good amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Asheville, ~9.3 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: Lake Powhatan, Lake Powhatan

Overview

Overview Glamping sites are now available at Lake Powhatan! Experience nature and outdoor recreation without sacrificing the comforts and luxuries of home. Choose one of 12 custom designed, fully furnished canvas platform tents in the heart of the national forest for your next mountain adventure, only 10 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC. Learn more about glamping near Asheville . To book your glamping site, click here . Located just minutes from the popular city of Asheville, North Carolina, Lake Powhatan has something for everyone. The campground is convenient to a variety of cultural and natural attractions, including art and music venues, shopping and dining in Asheville, scenic driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway, numerous hiking trails and lakeside recreation. Recreation Visitors have a number of different activities to choose from. Kids love the lake's sandy swimming beach and anglers enjoy the calm waters for trout fishing. The French Broad River, popular for fishing, is also nearby. Note that use of personal watercraft is STRICTLY PROHIBITED in the lake due to potential introduction of foreign material to the Lake Powhatan riprarian ecosystem. The forest is known for its hiking and mountain biking trails, several of which are located near the campground. Facilities The shaded, private campsites are organized into four loops, all within walking distance of the lake. The facility provides picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills, in addition to restrooms with hot showers and flush toilets. A few sites have full hookups. 12 glamping tents are available in the upper Hardtimes Loop. Campers can purchase ice and firewood from the gatehouse. Natural Features The campground is situated in a heavily wooded area on the banks of Lake Powhatan in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. The elevation is 2,200 feet. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods and conifers. Nearby Attractions Among the more popular nearby destinations are Sliding Rock, Looking Glass Falls, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, The NC Arboretum and the Biltmore Estate. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-7278. Charges & Cancellations Any cancellations must be taken care of directly with recreation.gov. Note that this facility does not provide refunds for No Shows or incliment weather.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Developed campground