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COVE CREEK UPPER GROUP CAMP (NC), NC

Description

Located in Western North Carolina in the Pisgah National Forest. *Please call 828-862-5960 within 5 days of arrival for lock combination. *Customer MUST have reservation number when calling for combination. *Customer is responsible for this lock, and responsible for lock replacement if lost or damaged. *Forest Service requires gate to be closed and locked at all times for safety. *Interpretive Programs may be available upon Request. *This is a pack it in - pack it out facility. Please bring garbage bags and do not throw cans or trash in Vault toilets. *There are two creek crossings to Upper Cove Creek. During heavy rains, the creek will rise and may temporarily make crossing impossible.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Comfort Station
  • Fire Rings
  • Grills
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Lantern Post
  • Picnic Tables
  • Vault Toilet
  • Waterpump

Alerts and Important Information

Effective February 15 - March 31, 2010, Forest Service road 475 will be closed just beyond the intersection of FS 475 (near the fish hatchery) to Cove Creek to the east side of the trailhead. Campers are strongly encouraged to consult the Pisgah Ranger District map for alternate routes.

  • Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance
  • This campground requires a 2 night minimum stay on the weekends.
  • This campground requires a 3 night minimum stay on Holidays.
  • Use caution crossing stream to enter during high waters.
  • Fires only in fire rings provided
  • Please have confirmation number when calling for lock combination within 5 days of arrival.
  • Customer is responsible for the lock, including replacement if lost or damaged.
  • Pets must remain on leash.
  • Due to the possibility of high water, a high profile and/or 4x4 vehicle is recommended to cross the creek.

    • Getting There:

    Cove Creek Upper Group Camp (NC)
    1 DAVIDSON RIVER CIRCLE
    Pisgah Forest NC 28768

    GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
    35.29972, -82.81639

    From Asheville Airport, take Highway 280 west to US 64/280/US 276 intersection at Pisgah Forest. Turn north (right) on US 276. Go 4.5 miles to Forest Road 475A (turn left). Travel 475A for 3 miles to campground entrance on right.
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    Phone Park for More Information:

    Project Office: (828)862-5960