Cove Creek Upper Group Camp
Cove Creek Upper Group Camp is a national forest campground in North Carolina. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- North Carolina
- Coordinates
- 35.29972, -82.81639
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Interpretive Programs
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- (828) 552-8040
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Cove Creek Upper Group Camp
Overview Cove Creek Upper Group Camp is one of two group campsites nestled along Cove Creek in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains. The facility can accommodate large groups of up to 60 people and offers year-round opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing and picnicking in one of the most scenic areas in the state. Recreation Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded camping area, or seek out activities close by. The area is a hub for numerous hiking, backpacking and mountain biking trails, some of which can be accessed from the campground. Hikers can follow a trail along the creek that leads to a scenic waterfall. Great trout fishing is also available in the creek and river. For visitors wishing to learn more about the area, interpretive programs may be available upon request. Facilities The Upper Group Camp site can accommodate up to 60 people at a time. The facility is shaded with plenty of room for tents and RVs. It is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets, grills, campfire rings and drinking water. Natural Features The campground lies in Pisgah National Forest. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods. The group camping area is adjacent to both Cove Creek and the beautiful Davidson River. Visitors should note that two creek crossings are required on the road leading to the upper group camp. Heavy rains may temporarily make crossing impossible; a fo
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- RV Dump · 17 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Freeman Gas Waynesville Office · 16 mi
- Low clearances
- 2 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 56 designated routes (83 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Cove Creek Roadside Campsites | National forest camping area | 0.8 mi | — | — |
| Cove Creek Group Campground | National forest group campground | 1.2 mi | — | — |
| Headwaters Roadside Campsites | National forest campground | 2.7 mi | — | — |
| US Forest Service | Private campground | 2.8 mi | — | — |
| Deep Gap Shelter | National forest camping area | 3.2 mi | — | — |
| Deep Gap Shelter | Private campground | 3.2 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB), Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.