Lake Powhatan Recreation Area & Campground

Yes... and there are trails outside the campground up the dirt rd to the right, you can camp for free.

Not were the beach is only in river there's sign that say no dogs on beach

I've seen people walking dogs but they were on a leash

No. Cell service is spotty

Trails for all ages. Hiking and biking provides beautiful views of lake and snow capped mountains.

Yes, the fish are safe for eating.

Gates close at 8:00 pm.

No. They only have improved sites and glamping sites.

It was full when I went. Weekends are busier than weekdays.

No, but you need a current fishing permit i was told

This Summer has been an average year which is to say active for bears. Follow proper back country protocol and you will be fine.

Sure ya can ain't nuttin w to wrong with the trout

Except for where standard cars and such go, there's no motorized cycles allowed. If you mean pedal-powered then YES! you can definitely ride bikes on dirt.

I have not managed to find any specific prohibition on alcohol. And this is Asheville. Alcohol consumption is generally expected around here. I'd think that as long as you don't act like fools nobody will care either way.

I'm going there tonight with a hammock I'll let you know if I get told I can't or can

No

No data but text and calls work for the most part.

Yes I saw at least 3 people doing it

42 or 44

No .

You should be fine on the top loops. The Lakeside loop has a tricky turn that may challenge you. We have a 26' with a F250 and we make it through all the loops with no issue.

With a lifetime senior pass, full hook ups were $22 a night.

Lake Powhatan rules do not permit dogs in the lake at all. However, they seem to only apply those rules to the swimming area and beach. I have let my dog wade in on her leash and I have seen other people letting their dogs do the same without incident. It is *technically* against the rules though. There is a large creek that feeds into the lake and that you have easy access to from the road leading to the swimming. Take your dog there. Much more suitable and technically there is no rule against it.

Yes, small lake, but nice. You can fish off of the pier and there's also a beach. Enjoy.

The Lakeside loop has 50 amp hookups, Big John is 30 amp

No free sites.

Every loop has a bathhouse

Try North Mills Creek campground. Really nice spot very close. Also, sometimes spots are available at Lake Powhatan even though online shows booked (go to entrance and ask in person). Good luck!

No, the reservation that you make blocks another camper from taking that same spot so they charge you for it. I have had the host make an exception in the past but I would not count on it.

I highly recommend reservations. There are a few first come first serve sites but they are in high demand. There is also a policy where you must camp on spot the first night. If you are looking just to park your RV and spend a night elsewhere this is not an option.

There are full hookups on the Lakeside loop. Sites 36-56.

There is a pavilion in the middle of camp but I never went inside to see the restrooms or showers

There are single and double occupancy sites, one is for 8 people and other is 16 with 4 tents. Go to Lake Powhatan website, will give you all info. Excellent place to camp with family. We loved it!

Not that I know of. Park is in a beautiful natural forest for camping, trail walks, biking, campfires, etc.

No boats are allowed.

I did not see any cabins here

No. 14 days max then out for 16

That's posted online through the hatchery website

Yes there are fire pits at each site we had. I believe there is no hunting around there. Fishing is allowed with permit.

Pam, there are three Camp Host sites 3, 49, & 6. Any of them will be glad to guide you backing in. Site 1 or 2 would be easy back ins.

Yes, they have a section for the winter.

I know they have RV hookup sites but they're in high demand something I would Reserve ahead of time

We had exceptional customer service. So did both of our friends...... it was because of the amazing service that we will be back 😁

There have been bears spotted recently so they recommend putting food in coolers in your car to keep it and you safe. They have trash dumpsters for convenience as well.

About 15 minutes to Biltmore. Also good hiking and mountain biking from the campground. Canoeing, kayaking and tubing are nearby.

$2.00 per person 3 and older.

The gate was closed but not locked.

They do. Also, you're able to see on their website which sites do have the full hookups.

Camp stays are limited to 14 days. There are no monthly or weely rates available.

About 25 to 30 miles, really depends on where ur coming from in waynesvillie.

Tons of thing to do on site you can swim, playground and hike.

Suwana's Thai Orchid

No kayaking on the lake. You can kayak or tube on the French Broad River (bring your own or lots of places to rent) which is just outside the park