You are 15 minutes from DuPont State Forest (home of the Hunger Games waterfalls) and 25 minutes from Pisgah National Forest . Looking Glass Falls and Sliding Rock are a mandatory day trip.
If you are tired of parking lots masquerading as campgrounds, Hellbender is the antidote. Located just a short, scenic drive from the bustling outdoor hubs of Brevard and Asheville, Hellbender RV Campground sits on a secluded stretch of the North Fork of the French Broad River. Unlike many mountain campgrounds that offer a distant view of a stream, Hellbender delivers direct, private access. hellbender rv campground
Rating: 9.5/10 (Deducted half a point only because the swimming hole is cold enough to take your breath away in June). You are 15 minutes from DuPont State Forest
Nestled along the banks of a pristine, cold-water creek in Western North Carolina, Hellbender RV Campground offers a camping experience that is as unique as its namesake. Named after the "hellbender"—a giant, ancient salamander that demands the cleanest, most oxygen-rich water on the continent—this campground sets a high bar for natural beauty and tranquility. Located just a short, scenic drive from the