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Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter
FSU.S. Forest Service — Pisgah Forest · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | National Forests in North Carolina |
| Location | Pisgah Forest · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina · 35.27528, -82.71056 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group picnic area |
| 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 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 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 | Not reported in the federal data |
| 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 | Same day reservations ARE NOT available. |
| Check-in / out | In 07:00 AM · Out 09:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 1 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 828-877-3265 |
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 2026-09-19.
From the official listing
Overview Sycamore Flats Recreation Area will be closed indefinitely beginning Monday, September 21 due to construction. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as this critical infrastructure work moves forward.
Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter is located along the Davidson River on the Pisgah National Forest. This picnic area was named for the sycamore trees which line the banks of the river.
The shelter is available on a first come, first served basis from mid-November to April 15th. Reservations are available April 16th through mid-November. Some amenities may not be available during the off-season. This is a popular destination with limited parking, please plan accordingly.
Recreation Sycamore Flats Picnic Area offers excellent swimming and wading, trout fishing, and tubing opportunities on the Davidson River. There is an accessible fishing pier. Facilities This large picnic area has 40 picnic tables with grills nearby. The reservable shelter has four picnic tables for use, plus two grills. There are two restrooms available; one is wheelchair accessible. There is a large, open field beside the picnic shelter for games and fun.
Natural Features Sycamore Flats is a beautiful, shaded picnic area that sits in the bend of the Davidson River. This picnic area is surrounded by lush hardwood forest and rhododendron. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (828) 866-3437. Nearby Attractions Pisgah National Forest offers nearly 400 miles of trails for biking, hiking, and equestrian use. Throughout the area, visitors will discover the many beautiful waterfalls the forest is known for. Pisgah Visitor Center is located 1.5 miles up Hwy 276 from the Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter and offers interpretive displays, a gift shop, maps, and visitor information. Further up Hwy 276 is the birthplace of forestry in America, The Cradle of Forestry, with an indoor museum and paved outdoor trails.
Directions, from the listing
The facility is located along Hwy 276 (Forest Heritage National Scenic Byway) approximately 1 mile from the intersection of Hwy 280 and US 64 in Pisgah Forest, NC, and approximately 15 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Trip Card — Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter
Pisgah Forest · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Pisgah Forest · North Carolina · National Forests in North Carolina |
| Fees | Same day reservations ARE NOT available. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234744 · 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.