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Lake Powhatan
FSU.S. Forest Service — ASHEVILLE · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | National Forests in North Carolina |
| Location | ASHEVILLE · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina · 35.48167, -82.63000 · Map |
| Sites | 71 public sites counted from the federal listing — 27 standard nonelectric; 23 tent only nonelectric; 17 rv electric; 4 standard electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 33 of 71 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 27 of 71 sites Sewer hookups at 27 of 71 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 27 of 71 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 50 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 59 sites · 30 ft: 53 sites · 35 ft: 38 sites · 40 ft: 27 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 83 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 828-552-8040 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-21.
From the official listing
Overview Glamping sites are now available at Lake Powhatan! Experience nature and outdoor recreation without sacrificing the comforts and luxuries of home. Choose one of 12 custom designed, fully furnished canvas platform tents in the heart of the national forest for your next mountain adventure, only 10 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC. Learn more about glamping near Asheville . To book your glamping site, click here .
Located just minutes from the popular city of Asheville, North Carolina, Lake Powhatan has something for everyone. The campground is convenient to a variety of cultural and natural attractions, including art and music venues, shopping and dining in Asheville, scenic driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway, numerous hiking trails and lakeside recreation.
Recreation Visitors have a number of different activities to choose from. Kids love the lake's sandy swimming beach and anglers enjoy the calm waters for trout fishing. The French Broad River, popular for fishing, is also nearby. Note that use of personal watercraft is STRICTLY PROHIBITED in the lake due to potential introduction of foreign material to the Lake Powhatan riprarian ecosystem.
The forest is known for its hiking and mountain biking trails, several of which are located near the campground.
Facilities The shaded, private campsites are organized into four loops, all within walking distance of the lake. The facility provides picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills, in addition to restrooms with hot showers and flush toilets. A few sites have full hookups. 12 glamping tents are available in the upper Hardtimes Loop. Campers can purchase ice and firewood from the gatehouse.
Natural Features The campground is situated in a heavily wooded area on the banks of Lake Powhatan in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. The elevation is 2,200 feet. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods and conifers. Nearby Attractions Among the more popular nearby destinations are Sliding Rock, Looking Glass Falls, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, The NC Arboretum and the Biltmore Estate. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-7278. Charges & Cancellations Any cancellations must be taken care of directly with recreation.gov. Note that this facility does not provide refunds for No Shows or incliment weather.
Directions, from the listing
From Asheville, take I-26 to exit 33. Go south approximately 2 miles on State Route 191 to the Lake Powhatan Recreation Area sign. Turn right and follow signs to the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
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Trip Card — Lake Powhatan
ASHEVILLE · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | ASHEVILLE · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 33 · full hookups at 27 |
| Max RV | Up to 50 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 71 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231995 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.