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Hidden Acres Mountain Camping

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· Balsam Grove, Transylvania, North Carolina

13 acres hosted by Georgianna K.

2 tent sites

Georgianna is a Star Host

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Escape the noise of the every day hustle and bustle as you relax and take in some of the most precious and magical gifts of nature during your stay at Hidden Acres. Our 12+ acre property borders the Pisgah National Forest. Enjoy serenity in the woods surrounded by an abundance of wildlife, crisp meadows, a sparkling cool trout-stocked stream and fresh mountain air - all while retreating in your cozy and private camping area. Located in the heart of the Pisgah National and Nantahala Forests, the Balsam Grove community is known for its secluded trails and waterfalls. There are a plethora of activities to do in nearby surrounding area. Explore in adventures like hiking, cycling, mountain biking, canoeing, tubing, fly-fishing and kayaking. Transylvania county is also known as “The Land of Waterfalls”, where you’ll find over 250 spectacular waterfalls. If you are a guest staying with us at Hidden Acres and would like to fish the stocked creek, we charge a fee per person, per day - for a catch and release style of fishing. If you want to keep and cook your prized trout, you may pay an additional fee per fish with a limit of 2 fish per person. Just 9 miles away, take in a day of scenic beauty up to the Blue Ridge Parkway. You’ll discover amazing long-range views of the Appalachian Mountain Range, stunning waterfalls, fields of wildflowers and wild blueberries, trails, over-looks and elevations that reach more than 5,000 feet. Depending on the time of year you are visiting, you can catch a floral show as the seasons change. Graveyard Fields and Black Balsam Knob are very popular areas with hiking trails. Afternoon picnics and sunsets on the Parkway are highly recommended as well as star gazing on a clear night is indubitably hypnotizing and will leave you awestruck!! Just a few nearby waterfalls under a 15 minute drive from campsite: 3.7 mi- Living Waters. Three easy waterfalls all within a short walk. French Broad Falls, Mill Shoals Falls, and Bird Rock Falls. 7.5 mi- Courthouse Falls. 45 ft. waterfall that plunges into a deep pool. Perfect spot for a dip on a hot summer’s afternoon. Ten minute fairly easy hike from trailhead. 7.7 mi- Paradise Falls Trailhead. One of the best secret swimming holes! A magnificent oasis. Challenging and steep hike, but worth it. 11 mi- Upper Dill Falls & Lower Dill Falls. 50 ft. Waterfall (lower) with just a short easy hike. Upper Dill falls is beautiful and tucked into a lush cove. 7.9 mi- Wolf Lake. Better known to the locals as Wolf Lake, this 183 acre high elevation lake offers spectacular scenery and great swimming, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding. Centrally located within popular Western North Carolina. Brevard, 21 miles (closest main town). Sylva, 32 miles. Dillsboro, 35 miles. Waynesville, 33 miles. Cherokee, 49 miles. Bryson City, 51 miles. Asheville, 54 miles. Maggie Valley, 43 miles. Lake Toxaway, 15 miles. Sapphire, 21 miles. Cashiers, 28 miles. Highlands, 38 miles.

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14 ratings · 11 reviews

Christopher B.recommends

November 4, 2024

Woods & Water

Awesome space! Host was super accommodating and welcoming! Love the experience and would definitely stay there again!

Hannah C.recommends

September 8, 2024

Creekside

Such a great stay!!

The camp site is beautiful and very clean. The host is very personable, nice and gave us a tour of the area. The sound of the water is so relaxing. We paid to have our tent set up before we got there as well, which was very convenient for a short stay and long drive.

Sharon J.recommends

September 2, 2024

Creekside

Lovely spot next to the creek to camp at a property that is ideally situated for a lot of outdoor activities. Great hosts who were very accommodating and helpful as we got set up with our new pop up in a downpour. We will definitely be back.

Alan H.recommends

July 13, 2024

Creekside

Georgiana was very nice and inviting. The creek side campsite was great. You can tell a lot of time and thought was put into it. Felt very private. You can hear the small rapids while sleeping. Great base camp for waterfalls and hiking. The roads weren't to busy for some road bike riding also.

Kody S.recommends

July 12, 2024

Woods & Water

We enjoyed our stay, woods and water site was very peaceful. We relaxed under the pines watching the birds all evening. Really loved the addition of path lighting down to creek area. Thank you for the very informative list of waterfalls we visited several you recommended. We will be visiting again next time we’re in the area.

Dyrt D.recommends

June 8, 2024

Woods & Water

A wonderful quite and peaceful getaway. I came to North Carolina to photograph and study the local fireflies of the mountains, the first night after setting up camp I was overwhelmed by the bright flashing display in the field right next to the campsite. The campsite was nicely set up near a small stream and partial shaded by tall pine trees making for a comfortable camp. Georgianna was welcoming and allowed me to visit her chickens and see the wonderful coop she had provided them with. This campsite was a nice and needed escape from the city and reconnection with nature being close to the Blueridge Parkway and many of the attractions of the mountains.

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Balsam Grove, Transylvania, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking