Mt Mitchell Base Camp @ Rock Creek

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· Burnsville, Yancey, North Carolina · 5 acres

Hosted by Cate & Chris F.

Glamping pod

· 2 guests max

This is a very special property. Surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest and State Bear Sanctuary land, it is very private. Nothing but pristine forest separates you from the pinnacle of Mount Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern United States.Nestled at the foothills of Mount Mitchell and the awe-inspiring Black Mountain range, this inviting glamping pod, with king size bed, offers a unique retreat in a prime location. Situated just under a mile from the Buncombe Horse Trail, and the Colbert Ridge Trailhead just beyond, outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the easy access to adventure. The proximity to the renowned Blue Ridge Parkway ensures breathtaking scenic drives and exploration. Resting on a secluded campsite along Rock Creek, this accommodation promises an unforgettable escape into nature's embrace. *Just a few rock steps from the parking space.

What to expect

Glamping pod

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private

Toilet available

Portable toilet

No pets

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, private, stovetop or hot plate, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery. Outdoor prep and cooking area.

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from river or stream. 2.5 Gallons of bottled water provided per stay.

No showers

Bathe in river or stream

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

Narrow windy gravel road. No trailers or RVs.

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

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20 ratings · 17 reviews

Nancy L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2023

A quiet peaceful spot not far off the blue ridge parkway. Various hikes around if you want leave this sweet spot! Well outfitted glamp- just pack some clothes and some food! Great hosts!

Kristy H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2023

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We absolutely loved our stay at The Bear Cub. Cate and Chris were very responsive to questions we had prior to our stay. When we arrived, Cate greeted us with kindness and offered pointers and extra services in a very non-invasive way. Then, she lit a fire for us to kick off our wonderful and private weekend. The property is directly in front of a stream, which can be easily crossed to access an easy trail. The cabin was stocked with all the essentials, including cooking utensils, bath products, towels, a cooler to store food and a space heater. We were very happy with this property and definitely recommend it!

Ricky B.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2023

The house was clean and beautifully decorated! We got there and they had started a fire for us outside which was a great start to the weekend. They were informative about near by hikes and things to do. Couldn’t have asked for a more peaceful weekend!

Maggie F.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2023

Book it!

This place is incredible! Very private. Everything needed for cooking was supplied. It was cozy and really clean, even the porta potty! Hiked up Colbert’s Ridge trail and Cate drove us back down from Mount Mitchell. We’ll definitely be back!

Abby F.

3 reviews

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· October 2019

Kate met us as we pulled in and gave a short tour. Place was beautiful, going to sleep by the creek was wonderful.

Tiffany N.

6 years on Hipcamp

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· October 2019

Brilliant for a rainy day

Cate is so kind and we could tell that she really puts a lot of care into this site! Before arrival, Care was one of the most communicative hosts we've ever had, she made sure we had accurate directions from our city and made sure to leave a light on for us when we told her we'd be arriving after dark. We got to the site (only about a 20 m walk from the parking spot, not too far from Cate and Chris's pretty cabin. You can't see the cabin from camp right now, but you might be able to if you go when more leaves have fallen!) to find that it was clean and well-maintained. Cate had even placed a kerosene heater in the tent and left extra kerosene at the site for us- it was a chilly and rainy October weekend and that was a huge plus. The tent had even more supplies than we thought, the hosts really thought of everything when stocking the kitchen and making sure the tent had flashlights and lanterns available. Even the bed was one of the most comfortable hipcamps we've had! Cate was very responsive during our whole stay, even walking down to point out a good hiking trail for us to take and providing us with some orange caps to stay safe in hunting season. We only had one somewhat negative experience when we returned from a hike to find hunters passing through our site (they didn't mess with anything, we were just surprised to find unfamiliar faces there), but I told Cate and she is planning to put up some signs so this won't happen again! The hosts do allow hunters to park at their cabin and it was early in hunting season, so the people going through our site didn't know it had been set up there when they took the shortcut through. Overall, it was a really nice trip! We kept warm, enjoyed some great campfires by the creek, and had the convenience of an awning and grill available for cooking in the rain. If you love the sound of rain on a tent like we do, this is a really comfortable spot to enjoy it!

Location

Burnsville, Yancey, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East) and S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking