Davidson River Campground

Category: Campground

Address: 1 Davidson River Cir, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768, USA

Phone: +18285774558

Reviews

Wendy R

Jul 24, 2022

Massive campground on the Davidson river. The loops in the campground vary. We stayed at site 14 in White Oak. Most of the single sites in this loop offer a lot of privacy. Site 12 and 13 looked the best on this loop. Each site has a picnic bench, fire pit with grill, and a lantern pole. This loop had two bathroom blocks which were a little dated but had two stalls, a sink and a shower that provided hot water. Firewood was a little pricey at $9 for a bundle of 6 logs. Campground is located within reasonable distance to must see things in this area including Brevard, Rainbow Falls, and Sliding Rock.

Christina Peterson

Jun 5, 2022

Overall a very beautiful campground. The trail that runs along thr river is convenient to getting to the swim area. Although I will say the fisherman need to stay away from thr swim area as that's dangerous to the swimmers. A bear box for the sites is recommended. Other than that - yes I'd go again!

RJ Manoni

May 6, 2022

This is a great place to camp. If you ride bikes it's close to all of the fun Pisgah stuff. A couple of nights here will put you right where you want to be. The only downside is every time I go the bathroom seem to be closed one of the days.

Judi A

Mar 8, 2022

Great campground. We’ve been twice so far, stayed about 5 days each visit. Very clean bathrooms, campsites are close together but trees block the view of them pretty well. We always booked sites that were pretty far from the river, just for more privacy. The area is very easy to navigate. Map is provided upon entry.

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Questions & Answers

Do y'all allow dogs here?

Linda Ann palmer | Jan 9, 2019
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2019

They are very strict, first time caught off leash, you have to leave

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Any good fishing now??

Sonexay Silaphet | Jan 9, 2018
Micky Robinson | Jan 10, 2018

Yes

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Is this a good place to bring children? Just wondering if there will be others for my daughter to play with and maybe a playground?

MattDaddy | May 13, 2021
Lee Howell | May 14, 2021

No security after 8 o'clock. Gate is left open all night, so anyone can come in. No host on all sites. Squatters are becoming a problem.

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Maximum motor home length?

Foy Brown | Jan 9, 2020
Matthew Claude | Jan 10, 2020

Unsure, but each pad can be different lengths. Call the front desk they should be able to set you up with a good fit.

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are pop up campers allowed

Shady Life | Jan 9, 2020
annette owens | Jan 10, 2020

Yes

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Are there showers in all the bathrooms?

Sarah Rowe | Jan 9, 2019
Charles King | Jan 10, 2019

Yes

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What is the 2018 opening date for the DRCG?

South Paw | Jan 9, 2019
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2019

Linda hit the nail on the head

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If I’m looking to “camp” but sleep in the back of our van and not a tent, would I reserve a tent site or an RV site since we’re using our van?

Stacy Pace | Jan 9, 2019
Sarah Pullen | Jan 10, 2019

A tent sight may be cheaper but they may not have electricity. Water spigots are spread around. RV sites all have electric.

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What is weather like end of october

Deborah Hester | Jan 9, 2018
Sarah Pullen | Jan 10, 2018

Since the elevation is fairly high it will be cold in the evening and probably sunny during the day. The campground is fairly shady. Pretty leaves then. Hope you already have a reservation.

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How far is sliding rock from here?

betty groves | Jul 12, 2021
Joseph Panasiewicz | Jul 13, 2021

About 10 to 15 mins but the water super cold all year round so be prepared and it's 4 dollar per person in the car to get in

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Is there a nearby waterpark?

Cathy Penny | Apr 13, 2021
Dale Kimbro | Apr 14, 2021

Not really. There is sliding rock but no water park within 50 miles

Are generators allowed at non-electric sites?

Drew Ragan | Jan 8, 2021
Kimberly Favre | Jan 9, 2021

yes during certain hours of the day

Does Davidson campground offer any wifi or could I access internet while there?

Timothy Dettweiler | Jan 8, 2021
Melissa Ganz | Jan 9, 2021

It does have a hot spot near the gate at overflow parking

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Do u have permanent sites?

Larry Donehue | Jan 8, 2021
Nichole Simpson | Jan 9, 2021

No they do not

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Is firewood available

Maggie Williams | Jan 8, 2021
R W Smith | Jan 9, 2021

No; not at this time (due to virus). But, you can get firewood by the bundle at Bi-Lo, just a couple of miles from the campground.

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Are the roads in the campground paved ?

Sandi B | Jan 9, 2020
Hailey Medford | Jan 10, 2020

Yes

Any area just for day use or picnic?

Jacki Turnquist | Jan 9, 2020
annette owens | Jan 10, 2020

Picnic areas are before you get to the campground and a nice swimming area

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Not been to this campground before. Is the river deep enough for an angler/flat bottom kayak or canoe?

Joshua Francis | Jan 9, 2020
Michael Simpson | Jan 10, 2020

No. Davidson River is not deep enough for canoeing.

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How far out can you book

Dave Tischer | Jan 9, 2020
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2020

6 monthes

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How tight is it? My 5th wheel is 38 ft I see that is the limit will it be crazy trying to get in and out?

Stan Jordan | Jan 9, 2019
SGT Herzog | Jan 10, 2019

I also saw some pretty big 5th wheels and rvs down there, I think you should be good to go.

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Are there discounts available at davidson river campground?

Bobby Hughes | Jan 9, 2019
Rich Richards | Jan 10, 2019

Yes, the seniors discount.

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Does anyone know if site 078 has water and electro hookups?

Deanna Fahrnkopf | Jan 9, 2019
Connie Bouldin | Jan 10, 2019

No. It does not

Are the camp sites have full hook up?

James Starnes | Jan 9, 2019
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2019

Some have electrical, but if you want one of those you have to reserve them to get one.

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What are they doing about the take over of the bamboo? It is everywhere. I saw it on the trail near the river. Tons.

Chris Rodger | Jan 9, 2019
Curtis Gurley | Jan 10, 2019

It's along the road near there but not in campground that I saw.

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Can you walk in at anytime or does it have to be 2pm check in time?

Sensen Gyi | Jan 9, 2019
Curtis Gurley | Jan 10, 2019

If your site is open you can go early.

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Is their a BBQ grill?

Sensen Gyi | Jan 9, 2019
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2019

We cook every night on the campground grills. It's so delicious

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Looking to drive up on Friday and pitch a tent- I don't see reservations for tent sites anywhere, but seen first come first serve. Is it first come first serve?

Josh Hicks | Jan 9, 2019
Rick Bracewell | Jan 10, 2019

Call is the best thing to in the summer or camp Monday thur Thursday

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how secluded are the camp sites, I hate being on top of each other. What is the point of camping. I use a tent

louise bennett | Jan 9, 2019
Rick Bracewell | Jan 10, 2019

Davidson River campground the camp sites are not secluded but they are farther apart that you do have your privacy if you want privacy just before Davidson you can backpack across the bridge and go to A Primitive style Campground for tent camping you can also had North go up to I think it's 475 anyway the sign to The Fish Hatchery turn left go down past the fish hatchery and you'll hit a gravel road you'll start seeing campsites all over the place these campsites are free for 14 days today you can also head out on Davis and North go up just before the Blue Ridge Parkway there's a road to the right that goes to the river go about 5 to 7 Miles down and all kinds of places even on the river there you can also had North Ella Davidson Campground and go to the road that says horse stables take a right there there's a river coming down beside the road and you can park in a button you can camp in a bunch of places on the right hand side of that road and it's private

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How long are you allowed to stay camped here? If you decide to become a host how long can you stay? Need to also know can a 34 ft RV access this camp ok ? Thanks

RVing keep it rolling | Jan 9, 2019
Curtis Gurley | Jan 10, 2019

You should call the campground office to get an official answer

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What are the check in and check out hours?

Linda Anderson | Jan 9, 2019
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2019

Yes, 2 an 12

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Hi! Do you have a sites that can accommodate hammock camping?

Michael McProuty | Jan 9, 2019
Rick Bracewell | Jan 10, 2019

Yes you can hang hammock but you might want to bring bark saver straps for your hammock just in case thats a great campground have fun

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Is there a place to buy firewood nearby?

Marvin W Thomasson | Jan 9, 2019
Jenny Turner | Jan 10, 2019

They sell firewood for 5 a bundle.

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is Davidson r. a fly fishing only river?

Maggie S | Jan 9, 2019
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2019

I figure if you have a fishing license you can fish for ant fish

I've seen a lot of poor reviews for this campground regarding staff attitude - can anyone confirm/deny that there has either been turnover or the staff are more welcoming? Thanks!

Kay Welser | Jan 9, 2019
Linda Felkel | Jan 10, 2019

My husband and I have camped here more times than I can count over the last ten years, during all seasons. The gate is only manned, I think, from April to October. In my experience, the staff changes as the campground hosts are the staff. That being said, I've dealt with some of the same hosts over the years during different times of the year. Yes, maybe some people are more friendly and possibly more helpful than others, but I've never been treated so poorly than I wouldn't go back. It's a HUGE and desirable campground. Can you maybe imagine the large volume of campers (and their personalities) that they have to deal with day to day? People who probably blame them for the things like the weather, or the fact that the campground is full... I love the campground and would highly recommend it based on my personal experiences.

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When fishing start

Sonexay Silaphet | Jan 9, 2019
Josh Merrill | Jan 10, 2019

The delayed harvest is year round

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Do they have sewer sites at Davidson River Campground?

DONNA PARKER | Jan 9, 2019
Mark Walter | Jan 10, 2019

The park hosts have sewer and they do have showers with flush toilets.

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What size RVs can this campground accommodate?

Susan McDonald | Jan 9, 2019
Mark Walter | Jan 10, 2019

They have a few that can take any size.

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Can you rent tubes here or are there any places close by?

Serene Sunshine | Jan 9, 2019
Mark Walter | Jan 10, 2019

Yes, right down the park road

We're hoping to pull in to the campground this afternoon. Do you think it will be tough to get an RV spot? Do they have a hydrant where we can fill up our water tanks?

Kate Richard | Jan 9, 2018
Mildred Rice | Jan 10, 2018

I think you can and yes they have have a place to fill your water tank and a dump station. Love Davidson River campground.

Is it hard to get a booking if we just walk in in the month of October? Can we book just a week before?

Kash S. | Jan 9, 2018
Jennifer Mathis | Jan 10, 2018

No, if you go on Monday - Thursday, you xan usually get a non electric. I booked in April for this October, actually my mom an I go next week

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Are there good bike riding trails available? Or near by? Jill

Jill Carty | Jan 9, 2018
Julie Dennis | Jan 10, 2018

Yes. There are many bike trails nearby.

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Can you have a dog

David Coats | Jan 9, 2018
Crazy EyedLarry | Jan 10, 2018

Yes. On a leash. Not left in camp alone

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How cloese are y'all to water falls

Lee Nixon | Jan 9, 2019
Sonexay Silaphet | Jan 10, 2019

Is a Good fishing along camp site?

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