Description

Hemming the outskirts of Bent Creek Experimental Forest, Lake Powhatan Campground is a string of wonderful shoreline campsites. Lake Powhatan is perfect for the water-loving recreationist, inundated with well-stocked fishing outlets and paddle-centric fun.
Campsite area
Tent or RV sites
85 sites
Up to 8 guests per site
Up to 6 vehicles
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Amenities
Potable water available
Showers available
Picnic table available

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Paddling
Off-roading (OHV)
Climbing
Swimming
Whitewater paddling
Wildlife watching

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Lake Powhatan Campground.

Beach
Cave
Forest
Hot spring
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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Hipcamper Jeannie
Jeannie W.
recommends this listing.
March 18th, 2021

Just got back from an amazing camping trip at Lake Powhatan. We had 2 tents and a couple of hammocks. Site #50 was PERFECT for us. It was close to fill water jugs and a short walk to the bathroom/shower area. Hiking and Mountain Bike trails were right at the site. We went on a few 5k hikes, but if you are a biker, THIS is the place for you. The campground was super clean and had firewood for purchase (cash only). Grocery was less than 10 minutes, and downtown Asheville was just a bit more up the road. Cell service was non existent, but we weren't there to be on our phones. Highly Recommend!!

Hipcamper Nicholas
Nicholas M.
recommends this listing.
January 10th, 2019

Low hanging trees can be dangerous in a large RV

Hipcamper Duncan
Duncan C.
recommends this listing.
November 9th, 2018

Quiet hours are after 10pm and they mean it.
Great clean campground with plenty of forest

Hipcamper Michael
Michael S.
recommends this listing.
September 18th, 2018

Quiet, nice facilities.

Hipcamper Mary
Mary C.
didn't provide a recommendation.
November 21st, 2016

This is one of our favorite local spots. Nice camping spot, quiet and heavily wooded with clean bathhouses. Good hiking and nice little lake for swimming but the beach is a flipping mess w/ Canadian goose poop everywhere. Yuck!
Right off the able Ridge Parkway and The NC Arboretum.

Hipcamper Carla
Carla B.
didn't provide a recommendation.
October 26th, 2016

Just got back from our camping trip at Lake Powhatan Campground. We had a great time the site was beautiful. The staff were very friendly and helpful and they keep the place nice and tidy. The bathrooms and showers were kept impeccably clean. The lake is nice great place for a relaxing picnic.

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August 1st, 2018
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March 28th, 2018
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May 22nd, 2017
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January 27th, 2017
Park
Pisgah National Forest
State
North Carolina
Country
United States
Phone Number
828-552-8040
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
35.482° N, 82.63° W
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RV / Trailer: 19 Sites
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Tent / Van: 31 Sites
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