Where to Go Camping Guide

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A Unit’s Guide to the Outdoors

Presented by East Carolina Council Boy Scouts of America

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WHY SHOULD WE GO CAMPIN G?

Camping is a major part of the scouting program.

Scouts who camp on a normal basis get more out of the program and stay in

scouts longer.

Campers tend to advance more frequently.

CAMPING IS FUN!!!!!

THE TEN CAMPING ESSENTIALS

• Pocket Knife

• Flashlight

• First Aid Kit

• Trail Food

• Extra Clothing

• Fire Starters

• Rain Gear

• Map & Compass

• Water

• Sun Protection

LOW IMPACT/LEAVE NO TRACE CAMPING

If your troop or patrol comes upon a place in the woods that looks completely

unused, odds are that the group before you used a technique called Low

Impact/Leave No Trace Camping. This technique consists of preparing your

meals over stoves rather than fires, pitching your tents away from small

plants, and packing your trash. Low-Impact Camping is a fun way to

challenge yourself and help the environment all at the same time. This

method also helps you travel lightly on the land. This method shows that you

as a scout are living true to the high ideals of the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and

Outdoor Code.

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WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CAMPSITE?

The goal of this camping booklet is to make units in the East Carolina Council

aware of camping areas both within and outside of North Carolina. This booklet

has been made to promote more camping. Promoting camping is the first and

foremost goal of the Order of the Arrow.

East Carolina Council has a great interest in learning about favorite campsites

enjoyed by load Council units. Any new additions will be added when this

booklet is updated. Let us know about your favorite site, so we can spread the

enjoyment of camping.

Please mail completed form to:

EAST CAROLINA COUNCIL, BSA

P.O. BOX 1698 KINSTON, NC 28503

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NORT H

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BOY SCOUT CAMPS

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Cape Fear Council

Service Area

The Cape Fear Council covers Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Hoke, New

Hanover, Pender, Robeson, and Scotland counties in North Carolina.

Council Office Location

110 Longstreet Drive Wilmington, NC

Contact Information Telephone (910) 350-2976

Fax (910) 350-2964

Website http://www.capefearcouncilbsa.org/

Council Properties

Camp Bowers

Location: 13165 NC Highway 53 West, White Oak, NC 28399 Telephone:

(910) 395-1100 ext. 23

Amenities

Camp Bowers has more than 1,400 acres of pristine Long Leaf Pine Forests

along the shores of the 35-acre Lake Katherine. Camp Bowers provides unique

and exciting programs for Scouts of all ages. It offers 11 campsites each

complete with their own pavilion, latrine, and showers. Camp Bowers offers a

variety of programs for Scouts to participate in, including the Canoe Outpost,

Pathfinder Program, Project C.O.P.E. and many more. A picturesque waterfront

for canoeing & kayaking, high ropes & low ropes courses, and competitive

shooting spots are just a few of the activities available.

Camp Website http://cfcbsa.wpdev.cfwebmasters.com/camping/camp-bowers/

Camp McNeil

Location: Cub Range Trail, White Oak, NC 28399

Amenities

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Program areas include a Gold Mine, Futuristic Space Station, BB and Archery

Ranges, an expanded Fitness Trail, an outdoor Basketball Court, and the Julia

Butler Playground.

Other themes program areas include the Pirate Ship, a Western Fort, the Native

American Teepee Village, and Tom Sawyer rafts. The camp also has water,

restrooms, showers, cabins, campsites, and a fire circle area along mountain

bike, canoe, and kayak rentals.

Central North Carolina Council

Service Area

The Council covers seven counties in Central North Carolina: Anson, Cabarrus,

Montgomery, Richmond, Rowan, Stanly, and Union.

Council Office Location

PO Box 250, 32252 Hwy 24-27 Albemarle, NC 28002 Contact Information

Telephone (704) 982-0141 or (704) 550-2582

Fax (704) 982-0262

Website http://www.centralnccouncilbsa.com

Council Properties

Camp John J. Barnhardt

Location: 44184 Cannon Road, New London, NC 28127 Telephone: (704) 422-

3025

Amenities

Camp John J. Barnhardt, located on the William C. Cannon Scout Reservation,

is 1,000 acres of beautiful, rolling wooded hills beside Badin Lake. Some of the

facilities at Camp Barnhardt include swimming pool/shower facilities, natural

and man-made lakes for swimming, canoeing, sailing, snorkeling, rowing,

kayaking, motor-boating, water skiing and great fishing. There is a well-

equipped handicraft shelter, an ecology building, rappelling/climbing tower,

C.O.P.E Course, obstacle course, rifle, shotgun, and archery ranges. All

campsites have electricity, a permanent program shelter with lights, tent

platform camping (steel frame systems), latrine facilities with a shower and hot

shower facilities in close proximity.

Camp Website http://www.centralnccouncilbsa.com/camp-

information/campbarnhardt/34929

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Camp Cabarrus

Location: 4827 Camp Cabarrus Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28081

Amenities

The facilities at Camp Cabarrus include: a lake, Eagle Hall for meetings,

kitchen for cooking, hot showers, and shelters.

Camp Website

http://campcabarrus.webs.com/

Daniel Boone Council

Service Area

The council covers fourteen counties in Western North Carolina: Avery,

Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon,

Madison, Mitchell, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey.

Council Office Location

333 W. Haywood St. Asheville, NC 28801

Contact Information Telephone (828) 254-6189

Fax (828) 252-4818

Website http://www.danielboonecouncil.org/

Council Properties

Camp Daniel Boone

Location: 3647 Little East Fork Rd, Canton, NC 28716 Telephone: (828) 648-

0435

Amenities

Camp Daniel Boone provides nearly 700 acres for long-term resident and

weekend camping, training events, and lots of outdoor Scouting fun. Amenities

includes a lake (Lake Allen), shooting sports ranges, climbing wall, fishing,

ecology center, trading post, and a beautiful dining hall (Ledbetter Lodge). It

has 22 campsites that can accommodate approximately 850 campers with most

campsites having a combination of 4 bed cabins, three sided Adirondacks and

permanent platform tents. There are three shower / flush toilets houses as well

as 5 new state of the art latrine houses located throughout camp.

The camp uses the mountains, rivers, and trails in Western North Carolina to

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support their High Adventure program.

Camp Website http://www.campdanielboone.org/Home.aspx

Lumpkin Adventure Base

Location: 566 Nichols Branch Road, Franklin NC Telephone: (828) 369-6012

Amenities

The Lumpkin Adventure Base is 117 acres of beautiful forested land, nestled up

against the Nantahala National Forest in Macon County, NC. The camp is ready

to serve Scouting in Daniel Boone Council, and surrounding councils as a

weekend camping facility, as well as for camporee's, training events, Cub Scout

day events and Cub Scout family camping programs. The base will also soon

serve as a dedicated Venturing High Adventure Base, serving Ventures from

across the country with exciting affordable summer program opportunities.

The McGlamery Training Center is fully functional, as is the camp office and

restroom/shower facilities. By this fall there will be bunkhouses open which

can sleep about 50 campers. Other amenities at LAB include 2 pavilions and

plenty of space for tent camping. Hiking trails will be added along with other

program opportunities including a high ropes course.

LAB Website http://www.lumpkinadventurebase.org/home.html

East Carolina Council

Service Area

The council covers twenty-one counties in Eastern North Carolina: Beaufort,

Bertie, Carteret, Craven, Craven, Edgecombe, Greene, Halifax, Hertford, Hyde,

Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Nash, Northampton, Onslow, Pamlico, Pitt, Tyrrell,

Washington, and Wilson.

Council Office Location

Perry Family Scout Service Center 313 Boy Scout Blvd. Kinston, NC 28501

Contact Information

Telephone (252) 522-1521

Fax (252) 522-9707

Website http://www.eccbsa.org/

Council Properties

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Camp Boddie

Location: 419 Boy Scout Rd, Blounts Creek, NC 27814 Telephone: (252) 975-

6060

Amenities

Camp Boddie (formerly Camp Bonner) is located along the banks of the

Pamlico River as part of the East Carolina Scout Reservation. The East

Carolina Scout Reservation is situated on 880 acres and is available for year-

round use. Amenities include: 8 traditional campsites and 1 with Adirondacks;

running water, campfire circles, pavilions, three bath houses, dining hall, health

lodge, trading post, reception center, and eco lodge.

Activity areas include: Shooting Sports; a C.O.P.E. course; climbing tower,

Sports and Activities Field; Nature Area; Outdoor Skills area; and a handicraft

area. The aquatics area includes a 25yd swimming pool and waterfront area for

boating. Boating activities available include canoeing, small boat sailing,

rowing, kayaking, motor boating, and water sports. The pool is available from

mid - April through the end of October.

Camp Website

http://www.eccbsa.org/Camping/Camp%20Boddie/Summer%20Camp

Pamlico Sea Base

Location: 419 Boy Scout Rd, Blounts Creek, NC 27814

Amenities

The Pamlico Sea Base offers a wide range of summer programs for Boy Scout

Troops, Venturing Crews, Sea Scouts, and other interested organizations. These

programs operate on the same schedule as a traditional summer camp, with

check-in beginning on Sunday and the week concluding on Saturday morning.

This allows units to travel together to one convenient location for their summer

adventure. Younger Scouts can participate in merit badge programs at Camp

Boddie while older Scouts can explore the waters of not only the historic

Pamlico River but also North Carolina's world-renowned coast. The Sea Base

has cabins, a lodge, and restroom facilities.

Herbert C. Bonner Scout Reservation (including Hannah Bonner and Camp

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Bonner)

Location: Harvey Rd, Washington, NC 27889 Amenities

Camp Bonner provides one of the best primitive camping locations in the

region. Host to the annual East Carolina Camporee the site has seen up to 4,000

campers at once. Camp Bonner & Hannah Bonner is on the north shore of the

Pamlico River 10 miles east of Washington, North Carolina. This 360-acre

facility is a perpetual use for Scouting as designated in the estate of the late

Herbert C. Bonner. The camp is used annually for a council-wide Camporee for

Scout Troops and is used for weekend outings for Packs, Troops, Crews,

training courses and non-Scout groups and has several permanent shelters and

water access in most campsites. Adjacent to, and surrounded by Camp Bonner,

is a 5.3-acre Salvation Army facility known as Camp Hannah Bonner, whose

facilities include a small dining hall, two bathrooms, health lodge, staff cabins.

Mecklenburg County Council

Service Area

The council covers Mecklenburg county North Carolina.

Council Office Location

1410 East 7th Street Charlotte, NC 28204

Contact Information Telephone (704) 333-5471

Fax (704) 377-4955

Website http://www.mccscouting.org/Home.aspx

Council Properties

Camp Grimes

Location: 383 Vein Mountain Road, Nebo NC 28761 Telephone: (828) 652-

3923

Amenities

Camp Grimes is located on 1115 acres in the foothills of the South Mountains

near Marion, North Carolina. The camp hosts year-round activities including

the Nationally Accredited Boy Scout Resident Camping program during the

summer. It offers hiking and biking trails, aquatics, frontier area, high ropes

course, shooting range, ecology, craft, an activity field, and indoor planetarium.

It features: 13 campsites w/shelter, along with 2 youth and 1 adult shower

house.

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Camp Website http://www.mycampgrimes.org

Hornets’ Nest Day Camp

Location: 383 Vein Mountain Road, Nebo NC 28761 Telephone: (828) 652-

3923

Amenities

This is a short-term camping facility with primitive campsites and a support

building with kitchen and meeting room. Restroom facilities and RV hookups

are available as well.

Belk Scout Camp

Location: 9408 Belt Road, Midland NC 28107 Telephone: (704) 545-0958

Amenities

Belk Scout Camp is located east of Mint Hill on 286 acres of pines, hardwoods,

and open fields. Two major streams, Clear Creek and Long’s Branch are

located on the property. The camp is located at the easternmost point of

Mecklenburg County and has property located in Mecklenburg, Union and

Cabarrus counties. A 100+ year old surveyor’s monument stands at the point

where these counties intersect. The camp offers a dining hall, leadership

development center, shelters, a pool, climbing tower, an orienteering course, a

shooting range, a BMX track, a lake, canoeing, and cabins.

Camp Website http://www.mycampgrimes.org/belk

Occoneechee Council

Service Area

The council covers 12 counties to include: Chatham, Cumberland, Durham,

Franklin, Granville, Harnett, Lee, Moore, Orange, Vance, Wake, and Warren.

Council Office Location

3231 Atlantic Avenue Raleigh, NC 27604

Contact Information Telephone (919) 872-4884

Fax (919) 872-1159

Website http://www.ocscouts.org/

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Council Properties

Camp Durant

Location: 4637 Old Carthage Rd, Carthage NC 28327 Telephone: (910) 948-

3258

Amenities

Camp Durant is the primary summer camping facility of the Occoneechee

Council and is part of the Occoneechee Scout Reservation, a 2,400-acre (9.7

km2) tract in northwestern Moore County, North Carolina. It operates as a full-

service summer camp for the Scouts of the Occoneechee Council during the

months of June, July and August. The camp has been recently renovated. The

hallmark of the campaign is the completion of the 700-seat Grand Lodge

Dining Hall which is fully air-conditioned dining hall will seat the entire camp

population at one setting and boasts four serving lines and a full-service

Trading Post and Grill below. Other facilities improvements include Rawls

Ecology Center, Blue Cross Blue Shield Activity Field, Simmons Trailblazer

Area, C. Harrison Smith Aquatics Center, Charlie Sullivan Order of the Arrow

Lodge Building, Preston Health Lodge, and the Handicrafts Area.

Camp Durant has fourteen campsites, each divided into two sides. Each

campsite also has a shower house, complete with three hot/cold showers and

three flushing toilets. These shower houses also allow for electric power during

summer camp. The entire camp has also been wired with fiber optic cables,

which allows for both wired and wireless high-speed internet connections.

Camp Website http://www.campdurant.com

Camp Reeves

Location: 4637 Old Carthage Rd, Carthage NC 28327 Telephone: (919) 872-

4884

Amenities

Situated on the remainder of the Occoneechee Scout Reservation, Camp Reeves

provides primitive facilities for unit and district camping. The camp has several

large Jamboree-style camping fields, as well as unit campsites and several

buildings. Camp Reeves was the original summer camp for the Occoneechee

Council after the Moore County property was purchased.

Camp Campbell

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Location: 476-498 Mill Creek Rd, Clarksville, VA 23927 Telephone: (919)

872-4884

Amenities

Camp Campbell is the most primitive of the camping properties operated by the

Occoneechee Council. Located on Kerr Lake, in Townsville, Virginia, just

north of Henderson, North Carolina, Camp Campbell offers Scouting units’

access to Kerr Lake.

Old Hickory Council

Service Area

The council covers eight counties to include: Alleghany, Ashe, Forsyth, Stokes,

Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yadkin.

Council Office Location

6600 Silas Creek Parkway Winston-Salem, NC 27106

Contact Information Telephone (336) 760-2900

Fax (336) 760-4222

Website http://www.oldhickorycouncil.org/

Council Properties

Camp Raven Knob

Location: 266 Raven Knob Road, Mt Airy NC 27030 Telephone: (336) 352-

4307

Amenities

Officially Raven Knob Scout Reservation — stands on 3,200 acres in Surry

County. It consists of 36 campsites with latrines and a Boy Scout museum. The

camp offers aquatics, handicrafts, shooting sports, Trail to Eagle, climbing,

mountain bike, and kayaking.

Camp Website www.ravenknob.com

Camp Raven Point

Location: 916 Scout Road, Lexington, NC 27292 Amenities

Raven Point located at High Rock Lake in Davidson County is Old Hickory's

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"Sea Base" and camping facility. This camping facility has a boat dock,

bunkhouse, and camping area for scouts. Sea Scout Ship 924 maintains the

facility and it is the home to the annual Davey Jones Rendezvous where

Venture Crews from several states converge for a weekend of leadership

training, fun and more fun!

Old North State Council

Service Area

The council covers eight counties which include: Alamance, Caswell,

Davidson, Davie, Guilford, Person, Randolph, and Rockingham.

Council Office Location

1405 Westover Terrace Greensboro, NC 27408

Contact Information Telephone (336) 378-9166

Fax (336) 378-9169

Website http://www.bsaonsc.org/

Council Properties

Cherokee Scout Reservation

Location: 3269 Boy Scout Camp Road Yanceyville, NC 27379 Telephone:

(336) 694-6440

Amenities

Located southwest of Yanceyville, NC, Cherokee Scout Reservation offers an

exciting camping experience. During the summer months, Cherokee is the

home of our Boy Scout Summer Camp; it is available for weekend camping

year-round. There are 14 different campsites to choose from. Each campsite has

access to running water and latrines. Hot showers are available in the shower

house. Programs available at Cherokee include COPE course and climbing

tower, swimming, boating, shooting sports, and archery.

Units need to bring tents. Sites that have Adirondacks are located in Blackfoot

A, Cheyenne B, Pawnee B, Sioux B and C, and Delaware B. Electricity is

available at Chippewa, Delaware, Sioux, Blackfoot and Cheyenne. It is also

available in all buildings.

Water is only available in the winter at the following buildings and campsites:

(water is usually cut off from 2nd or 3rd weekend in November to late March.

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Water is available at Headquarters, OA Lodge, Dining Hall and water spigot at

Blackfoot and Cheyenne.

Fishing and swimming in the lake is allowed at Cherokee. Certification of Safe

Swim Defense and Safety Afloat are required for swimming. Boating requires

certification in Paddle craft Safety. You do not need a fishing license.

Camp Website http://www.bsaonsc.org/csr/

Woodfield Scout Preservation

Location: 491 Woodfield Scout Trail Asheboro, NC 27203 Telephone: (336)

625-9944

Amenities

Woodfield is divided into an east and west side. Both sections offer short-term

weekend camping year-round. The east side of Woodfield has ten campsites

with access to running water, male and female flushing toilets, and program

areas. Some of these sites provide permanent wall tents year-round. Woodfield

East also has an Amphitheater and Chapel, as well as BB and Archery ranges.

For Boy Scouts, there is boating offered on the upper lake and two sections of

east Woodfield are reserved for Boy Scout camping. One section has been set

aside for low impact camping and the other section has access to running water

and fire rings for weekend camping. The west side of Woodfield offers Boy

Scout weekend camping on eight established campsites with fire rings. These

sites also provide access to latrines, showers, and a program shelter. Low

impact camping is also available on Mary's Mountain; however, fires are

prohibited in this area. Woodfield West is very primitive camping but does

have water. Latrines, showers and shelters are available. Water is available in

the Longhouse, training center, main building and designated shower house.

Woodfield West only has power at the large program shelter. Water is turned

off in the winter, Units will need to bring their own water or get it from Cub

World. Woodfield Cub World is reserved for Cub Scout Camping only. Water

is not available at the showers in Cub world during the winter. It is only

available at the Longhouse, Training Center, Headquarters, and Dining Hall.

Fishing is permitted in the 3 ponds only in Woodfield. There is no swimming in

any of the lakes or ponds.

Camp Website http://www.bsaonsc.org/woodfield.html

Hemric Scout Reservation/Camp Donald E. Robinson

Directions: ACCESIBLE ONLY BY BOAT! To get to Clay Hemric Scout

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Reservation travel north on Interstate 85 to Burlington, then follow 49 North to

Virginia. Turn right onto Hwy 58 East and follow to Hwy 15 South for about

four

miles to Longwood boat ramp on the right. Put in boat and travel back under

the Hwy 15 bridge. Travel about one mile in the main channel. The boat dock

will be in a small cove on the right.

Telephone: (336) 625-9944

Amenities

This excellent facility provides a unique camping experience for boys. Located

on Kerr Lake Reservoir near the North Carolina Virginia border, this camp can

only be reached by boat. The camp provides docks, latrines, running water, a

dining hall and lodge building.

Camp Website http://www.bsaonsc.org/hemric.html

Charles T. Hagan Sea Scout Base

Location: 781 Scout Road, Lexington, NC 27292 Telephone: (336) 625-9944

Amenities

The Sea Scout Base provides a unique camping experience for Scouts and

Explorers. It is located on High Rock Lake and is excellent for boating,

especially sailing. There is a Headquarters Building with a small meeting room

and kitchen. There are also shower facilities on site.

Camp is limited to 90 people. Camp sites 1 & 2 are for tent camping and hold

approximately 30 people each. Campsite 3 consists of 3 Adirondacks that sleep

8 each. Camping is available from April through November. Water is cut off in

the winter. The main building can be used year-round. Fishing and swimming

are allowed at Hagan. A fishing license is required. The gate at the parking lot

is kept locked. Park in the parking area and unload vehicles and carry supplies

to the campsite. Canoes are available on site and can be rented. Life jackets are

available and must be worn by scouts while they are in the canoe. There is no

longer a dumpster on site. Please remove your trash and take it with you as part

of your check out procedure. We are sorry for the inconvenience; but it is not

practical because of the monthly cost to have a dumpster on site. If you are

planning a large outing and would like to have a dumpster on site during your

stay, please let us know and we can decide, the fee is $150.

Camp Website http://www.bsaonsc.org/hagan.html

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Piedmont Council

Service Area

The council covers eleven counties which include: Alexander, Burke, Caldwell,

Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, McDowell, Polk, and Rutherford.

Council Office Location

1222 East Franklin Blvd Gastonia, NC 28054

Contact Information Telephone (704) 864-2694

Fax (704) 867-2046

Website http://www.piedmontcouncilbsa.org/

Council Properties

Piedmont Scout Reservation Camp Bud Schiele

Location: 668 Boy Scout Rd, Rutherford, NC 28139 Telephone: (828) 287-

2299

Amenities

Camp Bud Schiele is one of the premier Boy Scout camps in the Southern

Region. It has a long tradition of serving scouts from across the Piedmont

Council we well as scouts from as far away as Florida. It is located in the

foothills of Western North Carolina and serves over 2,000 scouts per summer

and an additional 500 leaders.

It is centered around a beautiful 31acre lake, and offers a full program of

swimming, boating, target shooting, handicrafts, outdoor skills, climbing,

C.O.P.E., high adventure, and a first-year camper program.

Activities at Camp Bud Schiele include: Swimming (in lake, no pool),

Canoeing, Kayaking, Water Skiing, C.O.P.E. (including rappelling and zip

lining), Scout Craft, Handicraft, First Year Scout Program, Fishing, and

Shooting Range (including rifle, archery and trap). Other features include: Tent

Camping, Staff Cabins, Rostan Cabin (sleeps 40), Milkhouse (sleeps 12),

Camporee/Wilderness Area, Day Fishing, Outdoor Shelters, and Yurt.

Camp Website http://www.piedmontcouncilbsa.org

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Tuscarora Council

Service Area

The council covers four counties which include: Duplin, Johnston, Sampson,

and Wayne Counties.

Council Office Location

316 East Walnut Street Goldsboro, NC 27530

Contact Information Telephone (919) 734-1714

Fax (919) 734-6540

Website http://www.bsanc.org/

Council Properties

Camp Tuscarora

Location: 1433 Scout Road, Four Oaks, NC 27524 Telephone: (919) 921-1750

Amenities

Camp Tuscarora is a nationally accredited 1,100-acre camping facility owned

and operated by the Tuscarora Council. The camp has a BMX track that covers

more than an acre. It has a downhill start, three gravity-defying curves, four

adrenaline-charged major jumps, and more than 20 smaller jumps. A

skateboard park with four quarter- pipes, rails, stairs and a specially designed

picnic table for skaters to hone their skills. It also has an updated waterfront

with a large waterslide, white sand beach, renovated program shelter, new

docks and more.

Other facilities include: a brand-new shower house facility, upgraded handicraft

shelter, air-conditioned dining hall, Trading Post, area for first year campers,

basketball court, newly refurbished shooting areas, climbing tower and much

more!

Camp Website http://www.bsanc.org/Camping

Scout Camp at Kerr Lake/Camp Campbell Location: 498 Mill Creek Rd,

Clarksville, VA 23927

Telephone: (919) 921-1750

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Amenities

The camp at Kerr Lake is a primitive base camp consisting of over 100 acres

located on the 50,000-acre John H. Kerr Reservoir in Virginia. It has one of the

only natural beaches on the entire reservoir and is popular for fishing, water

activities and camping.

Activities include: Fishing, water activities and camping. Contact the council

for additional information.

Camp Website www.bsanc.org/Camping

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GOOSE CREEK

Located in Beaufort County on the Pamlico River. The area consists of 1,327 acres of diverse

topography and vegetation. The river section has natural sand beaches, and combined creek section

that offers fishing, bird watching, and water recreational activities. Spanish moss decorates the

greenery throughout. Site includes swimming, picnicking, boat launching, access and parking, hiking,

camping trails and fishing.

Goose Creek may be reached from US 17, US 264, and NC 92. Southeast of Washington, NC.

Address: 2190 Camp Leach Rd Washington, NC 27889 Phone: (252)-923-2191

CAROLINA BEACH

1,773 acres, New Hanover County. Near Carolina Beach, there are 83 tent/trailer campsites.

Picnicking, fishing, hiking, nature study, small marina, and boating are all offered.

Address:1010 State Park Road Carolina Beach, NC 28428

Phone: (910) 458-8206

CLIFFS OF THE NEUSE

Consists of 608 acres in Wayne County. There are 35 tent/trailer campsites. Picnicking, refreshment

stand, fishing, hiking, swimming, rental row boats, nature study, museum, and a dump station are all

provided at the site.

Address: 240 Park Entrance Road Seven Springs, NC 28578 Phone: (919) 778-6234

MERCHANTS MILL POND

Merchants Mill Pond is one of our state’s rarest ecological communities that includes 2,508 acres

with activities including swimming, fishing, hiking and canoeing, canoe rental, and canoe camping.

A cypress swamp and large lake dominate the 206 tent/trailer campsites.

Address: 176 Millpond Road Gatesville, NC 27938 Phone: (252)-357-1191

PETTIGREW

Is stretched over 17,369 acres of Washington and Tyrell County. Some of the things offered at

Pettigrew include boating, fishing, hiking, nature study, historic structure, boat launching facility, and

13 tent/trailer campsites.

Address: 2552 Lake Shore Road Creswell, NC 27928 Phone: (252) 797-4475

JONES LAKE

Jones Lake is 2,208 acres spanning over Balden County. Picnicking, refreshment stand, swimming,

boating, fishing, hiking, and nature study are some of the things offered.

Address: 4117 Hwy 242 N Elizabethtown, NC 28337

Phone: (910) 588-4550

SINGLETARY LAKE

Singletary Lake consists of 1,221 acres in Balden County where organized campsites are offered.

Address: 6707 NC 53 Hwy 53 Kelly, NC 28448

Phone:(910) 669-2928

CARVERS CREEK STATE PARK

Located in Cumberland County 13 miles northwest of Fayetteville, Carvers Creek State Park features

Long Valley Farm, which was once the winter retreat of James Stillman Rockefeller, and the

Sandhills access that offers multiuse trails through beautiful longleaf pine ecosystems. The park

provides plenty of opportunities for recreation and experiencing natural and cultural history. Both

accesses include diverse habitats that are home to unique species like the federally endangered red-

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cockaded woodpecker and the Pine Barrens tree frog.

Address: 2505 Long Valley Road Spring Lake, North Carolina 28390 Phone: 910-436-4681

FORT MACON STATE PARK

Fort Macon offers public access to the surf, sun and sand of the Crystal Coast - as well as a historic

landmark. Located at the eastern end of Bogue Banks, one of a series of barrier islands along the

North Carolina coast, the park is surrounded on three sides by water - the Atlantic Ocean, Beaufort

Inlet and Bogue Sound. This area of undisturbed natural beauty is the perfect place to explore salt

marshes and estuaries vital to the coastal ecosystem. The park is also home to a Civil War fort with a

history as intricate and unique as the waterways of the sound. Visit Fort Macon to enjoy the land's

natural beauty and soak up some history.

Address P.O. Box 127 Atlantic Beach, North Carolina 28512 Phone: 252-726-3775

HAMMOCKS BEACH STATE PARK

Venture to Bear Island and reward yourself with vivid memories of one of the most unspoiled

beaches on the Atlantic coast. Accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat, there's just one

thing at Hammocks Beach that's crowded? The list of things to do. Stroll the beach with laughing

gulls and sandpipers. Cast a baited hook into endless rows of foaming breakers. Discover tiny

specimens of marine life in tidal pools and mudflats. Use a camera or paintbrush to capture the green

and gold grasses that color the salt marshes. Spend the night among the sand dunes, or simply bask in

the sun and do nothing at all. Secluded and tranquil, free from intruding commercialism, Hammocks

Beach may not be for everyone, but the island is a retreat for people who welcome the challenges of

relentless sun, sand, sea and sky.

Address: 1572 Hammocks Beach Road Swansboro, North Carolina 28584 Phone: 910-326-4881

JOCKEY RIDGE STATE PARK

There are many reasons why millions of people visit Jockey's Ridge State Park. Some come to see the

tallest sand dune on the Atlantic coast; others come for the spectacular sunsets. At Jockey's Ridge

State Park, you can experience the world of the desert. Shifting sands, high winds, extreme

temperatures and a lack of water make the park resemble barren environments such as the Sahara

Desert. You also can explore the wonders of an estuarine environment. The tidal waters of the

Roanoke Sound, the western boundary of the park, is a rich habitat for a variety of plant and animal

life, making these waters the source of much of the sea's bounty.

Address: PO Box 592 Nags Head, North Carolina 27959 Phone (252) 441-7132

LUMBER RIVER STATE PARK

Lumber River State Park is a North Carolina state park along the Lumber River in Scotland, Hoke,

Robeson and Columbus counties. It covers 13,659 acres along a 115-mile stretch of the Lumber

River. Lumber River State Park is located in North Carolina's Coastal Plain.

Address: 2819 Princess Ann Road Orrum, North Carolina 28369 Phone: 910-628-4564

DISMAL SWAMP STATE PARK

Located in Camden County abutting the state's northeast border with Virginia, Dismal Swamp State

Park provides access to the Great Dismal Swamp, the largest remaining swamp in the eastern United

States. This area features unique and abundant plant life and wildlife, as well as a rich cultural history

that intertwines with George Washington, the Underground Railroad, and Prohibition. The 22-mile

Dismal Swamp Canal is a popular paddling destination and hosts the annual Paddle for the Border

event.

Address: 2294 US 17 North South Mills, North Carolina 27976 Phone: 252-771-6593

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LAKE WACCAMAW STATE PARK

Located in Columbus County 40 miles west of Wilmington, Lake Waccamaw State Park sits on the

shores of the largest Carolina bay. There are 500,000 of these mysterious craters, and the lake is one

of the few that contains open water instead of vegetation. A limestone bluff reduces the lake's acidity,

making it an ideal home for several aquatic species that are found nowhere else in the world. A

pedestrian bridge over Waccamaw Dam allows visitors to travel the lake's entire 14-mile shoreline.

Address: 1866 State Park Drive Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina 28450 Phone: 910-646-4748

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ENO RIVER

This campground consists of 2,000 acres with interim facilities. The area has diverse topography

from upland forest to the unspoiled lowland of the Eno River. The main highways that travel through

the area include: 1-85, US 15-501, NC 55, and NC 70. The Eno River Camp facilities include a

suspension bridge, picnicking, hiking, canoeing, primitive camping, and nature study.

Address: 6101 Cole Mill Road

Durham, NC 27705-9275

Phone: (919) 383-1686

RAVEN ROCK

Consists of 2,731 acres of Hamett County. Rolling terrain, extensive forest, unique plant life, and

exposed rocks are eye-catching features. Some activities include scenic and historical area, primitive

and canoe camping, trails, picnicking, fishing, hiking, nature study, and an extensive trail system.

Major highways include US 421, 701, and 401.

Address: 3009 Raven Rock Road Lillington, NC 27546

Phone: (910) 893-4888

MEDOC MOUNTAIN

Located in Halifax County, this camp consists of 2,300 acres of rolling topography. Main Highways

around the area are 1-95, US 301, US 158, and US 258. Nature study, picnicking, fishing access, and

group camping are offered.

Address: 1541 Medoc State Park Road Hollister, NC 27844

Phone:(252) 586-6588

MORROW MOUNTAIN

Located in Stanley County. The camp’s 106 tent/trailer sites are spread over 4,641 acres which offer

picnicking, refreshment stand, swimming, vacation cabins, boating, fishing, hiking, and a nature

study museum.

Address: 49104 Morrow Mountain Road Albemarle, NC 28001

Phone: (704) 982-4402

WILLIAM B. UMSTEAD

5,214 acres of Wake County. Picnicking, hiking, nature study, rental rowboats, fishing, and 28

tent/trailer campsites. There are 4 group camping facilities for 64, 64, 94, and 119 persons.

Address: 8801 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, NC 27612

Phone: (919) 571-4170

FALLS LAKE

Is a 11,000-acre lake with 230 miles of shoreline. The lake offers boating, fishing, swimming, hiking,

picnicking, and a full-service marina. There is excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie,

and catfish.

Address: 13304 Creedmoor Road Wake Forest, NC 27587

Phone: (919) 676-1027

JORDAN LAKE

Is a 13,900-acre lake with a 150-mile shoreline. The lake offers boating, swimming, sailing, boat

rental and picnic, and a full-service marina. The lake provides excellent fishing for largemouth bass,

striped bass, bluegill, and crappie.

Address: 280 State Park Road Apex, NC 27523 Phone:(919) 362-0586

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KERR RESERVOIR

A 106,860-acre total area with a 48,900-acre lake that has a shoreline of 800 miles. Over 1,000

family campsites are offered. The lake has 3 commercial marinas, and much more.

Address: 6254 Satterwhite Point Road Henderson, NC 27356 Phone:(252) 438-7791

TOWN CREEK INDIAN MOUND

Town Creek Indian Mound is an unusual phenomenon in the history of North American archaeology.

While most archaeological sites are investigated for a few years before archaeologists move on to

new locations, Town Creek, situated on Little River (a tributary of the Great Pee Dee in central North

Carolina), has been the focus of a consistent program of archaeological research for more than half a

century. This research has contributed to scientific understanding of the original inhabitants of our

continent and has provided educational opportunities for many graduate and undergraduate students

in anthropology. Moreover, these contributions to science and higher education were made as the site

contributed directly to public education.

Address: blue509 Town Creek Mound Rd. Mt. Gilead, NC 27306 Phone: 910-439-6802

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CROWDER’S MOUNTAIN

Is made up of Principal peaks in Kings Mountain Range. It is located off of 1-85 and US 321 and NC

274 in Gaston and Cleveland County. Consisting of 1,966 acres, the area has interim development

consisting of picnicking, hiking, nature study, fishing, and primitive camping.

Address: 522 Park Office Lane

King’s Mountain, NC 28086 Phone: (704) 853-5375

NEW RIVER

Can be reached by NC 88 and SR 1588. It consists 500 acres located near Jefferson County. There

are 4 specific sites along 26 miles of the scenic New River. Interim facilities, primitive and canoe

camping, hiking, fishing, and nature study are all offered.

Address: 358 New River State Park Road Laurel Springs, NC 28644

Phone: (336) 982-2587

PILOT MOUNTAIN

Consists of 3,748 acres in Surry and Yadkin County. It includes 1,397 acres on the Yadkin River. It

has a unique 5 1/4 mile stretch and has a trail to connect its 2 sections. Picnicking, hiking, and nature

study are all provided. 49 tent/trailer campsites.

Address: 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road Pinnacle, NC 27043

Phone: (336) 325-2355

MOUNT MITCHELL

Is a park of 1,469 acres in Yancey County. The park has the highest peak in eastern America with an

observation tower. Picnicking, refreshment stand, restaurant, museum, hiking, nature study, limited

camping, observation lounge, and 9 tent Sites are all offered.

Address: 2388 State Highway 128

Burnsville, NC 28714

Phone: (828) 675-4611

SOUTH MOUNTAINS

Consists of 6,000 acres in Burke County. The park provides primitive camping, hiking, picnicking,

and nature study. Some attractions include high shoals and waterfalls.

Address: 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue

Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Phone: (828) 433-4772

STONE MOUNTAIN

It is 11,285 acres of Wilkes and Alleghany County. The park features a 600 ft. high granite dome

with a 3-mile circumference at the base. The park features 37 tent/trailer campsites and includes

fishing, hiking, and nature study. The park is undeveloped.

Address: 3042 Frank Parkway

Roaring Gap, NC 28668 Phone: (336) 957-8185

HANGING ROCK

Includes 5,862 acres in Stokes County. Picnicking, refreshment stand, vacation cabins, lake

swimming, rental boats, fishing, hiking, nature study, and 74 tent/trailer campsites.

Address: 1790 Hanging Rock Road Danbury, NC 27016

Phone: (336) 593-8480

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CHIMNEY ROCK STATE PARK

Located in Rutherford county 25 miles southeast of Asheville, Chimney Rock State Park offers some

of North Carolina's most dramatic mountain scenery, overlooking Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure.

At the fee-based Chimney Rock attraction, hike to Hickory Nut Falls and take an elevator or climb to

the top of the park's namesake, a 315-foot freestanding rock spire. It also has the most facilities,

including riverside areas, interpretive exhibits, and gift shops. The free Rumbling Bald and Eagle

Rock accesses provide a more rugged backcountry experience.

Address 743 Chimney Rock Park Road Chimney Rock, NC 28720 Phone (828) 625-1823

BOONE’S CAVE PARK

Boone's Cave Park is located in western Davidson County. The park is 100 acres and offers hiking

trails through a secluded rolling forest of mixed hardwoods reminiscent of the North Carolina

Mountains. Forty-six acres of the park are designated as a Natural Heritage Site and are host to a

number of wildflowers normally only found in the Appalachian Mountains.

Address 3552 Boone's Cave Road Lexington, NC 27292 Phone (336)-752-2322

LAKE NORMAN STATE PARK

Located in Iredell County 40 miles north of Charlotte, Lake Norman State Park boasts the region's

popular mountain biking trail system, the Itusi Trail, offering nearly 31 miles of single-track trail.

The namesake lake is the largest manmade lake within the state, and the park covers about 17 miles

of its northern shoreline. Park Lake, set off from the larger Lake Norman by a dam, offers quiet

fishing spots and paddling. Heron rookeries on two islands shelter over 25 great blue heron nests.

Address: 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166 Phone

GORGES STATE PARK

Gorges State Park is set in the midst of plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and

a high concentration of rare species, and exploration of this unique environment often begins at the

expansive visitor center with its museum-quality exhibits, augmented by picnic grounds and shelters.

Backcountry-style recreation is a hallmark of Gorges with distance hiking, backpack camping, trout

fishing, mountain biking and horseback riding welcome in various parts of the rugged interior. The

7,500-acre park incorporates a portion the long-distance Foothills Trail and touches Lake Jocassee at

the South Carolina border. Trails and campsites continue to be developed at this relatively new state

park.

Address: 976 Grassy Ridge Road Sapphire, North Carolina 28774 Phone: 828-966-9099

LAKE JAMES STATE PARK

Lake James State Park is a North Carolina state park in Burke and McDowell Counties, North

Carolina in the United States. Located near Nebo, North Carolina, it covers 3,743 acres and borders

6,510-acre Lake James. Lake James is one of the most recent additions to the North Carolina State

Parks system. A result of strong local support and the efforts of area legislative delegations, the park

was established in 1987 by the North Carolina General Assembly. Funds were appropriated for the

purchase of 565 acres of land and for the initial phase of facility development. Lake James was the

first park in the state's history to receive funds for development and operation upon its acquisition.

Address:7321 N.C. 126 Nebo, North Carolina 28761 Phone: 828-584-7728

MOUNT JEFFERSON STATE PARK

Mount Jefferson rises abruptly to more than 1,600 feet above the surrounding landscape, serving as a

landmark for area motorists. Acquaint yourself with this mighty peak by viewing it first from the

Mount Jefferson Overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Rising as a long, forested prominence, its

dark color is conspicuous among neighboring peaks on the Ashe plateau. Though the mountain is

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magnificent from a distance, Mount Jefferson is best appreciated up close. On a clear day, you can

see for miles from its peak. A great part of Ashe County spreads out below fields, farms, forests and

mountains mingle in kaleidoscopic patterns. On the horizon, the Blue Ridge Mountains form a

striking backdrop.

Address: P.O. Box 48 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 Phone: 336-246-9653

ELK KNOB STATE PARK

Located in Watauga County 11 miles north of Boone, Elk Knob State Park was established in 2003 to

protect the mountain and the headwaters of the North Fork of the New River. An overlook summit

rewards visitor with a panoramic view of North Carolina's high country. Backcountry campsites,

located 1 to 2 miles into a cover forest with beautiful streams, offer the ultimate primitive overnight

experience. In the winter, about 1 mile of ungroomed trail is open to cross-country skiing and

snowshoeing.

Address:5564 Meat Camp Road Todd, North Carolina 28684 Phone: 828-297-7261

GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN STATE PARK

Grandfather Mountain has been an icon in North Carolinas landscape for generations, offering

stunning scenery and unmatched ecological diversity. This state park opens the mountains 2,456-acre

backcountry to spectacular hiking and backpacking. The park is known for some of the Souths most

severe weather and challenging terrain, with trails that have hikers scrambling along cliffs and up

ladders. Access to 12 miles of trails and backpack camping sites is generally from the Profile

Trailhead on NC 105 or trailheads along the adjacent Blue Ridge Parkway.

Address:9872 N.C. 105 S. Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604 Phone: 828-963-9522

CRABTREE FALLS CAMPGROUND

Located in Blue Ridge Parkway.

What many consider to be the hidden gem of Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds, Crabtree Falls

Campground offers a quiet serenity that appeals to campers as well as wildlife. It is a magical place

when mist hangs in the air, as coyote and deer tiptoe through and barred owls call out. Crabtree Falls,

a spectacular 70-foot waterfall which is one of the most photographed in the area, is accessible from

the campground. The campground offers comfortable tent or RV camping, with the convenience of

flush toilets, dump station, and drinking water. Grills/fire rings and picnic tables at each site create a

perfect environment for family barbeques or late-night marshmallow roasting.

Address: Blue Ridge Parkway Micaville, North Carolina 28755 Phone: 828-675-5444

BIG CREEK CAMPGROUND

Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Big Creek Campground is located in a remote portion of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Backcountry camping in a front country setting. There are flushing toilets and potable water. This is a

tent only campground with a short walk from the parking area. The beautiful flowing waters of Big

Creek parallel the campground offering the visitor a pleasant soundscape and peaceful beauty. Big

Creek is an oasis for hiking, swimming, wildlife, fishing, and relaxation. Big Creek Campground

offers 12 TENTS ONLY campsites for a traditional outdoor camping experience with the added

convenience of flush toilets and drinking water. There are no hookups or showers at the campground.

There is an emergency phone available at the Big Creek Ranger Station located 1 mile from the

campground. No generator uses or recreational vehicles are allowed in Big Creek Campground.

Address: Big Creek Campground Loop Road 37821

CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND

Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Cataloochee campground is located in the historic Cataloochee Valley--a relatively remote part of

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Smoky Mountain National Park.

The secluded setting offers visitors the ability to enjoy a multitude of recreational activities like

hiking and fishing, without the crowds, which are sometimes common in other parts of the

park.Cataloochee offers a traditional outdoor camping experience with the added convenience of

flush toilets and drinking water. There are no hookups or showers at the campground. Hiking trails

and fishing streams are easily accessible from the site and the nearby Cataloochee Group Camp can

accommodate larger parties of guests.

Address: Cataloochee Entrance Road Waynesville, North Carolina 28785 Phone: 828-497-9270

MOUNT PISGAH CAMPGROUND

Located in Blue Ridge Parkway.

One of the most popular of the Parkway's campgrounds, Mount Pisgah Campground is perched in the

rolling mountains of western North Carolina on the southernmost end of the famous Blue Ridge

Parkway. Surrounded by dense hardwood forests at an elevation of 4980 feet, it offers shady, cool

respite from the summer heat. Whichever end of the day appeals, spectacular sunrise and sunset

panoramic views can be enjoyed from nearby overlooks. Several popular hiking trails, ranging from

moderate to strenuous, are accessible from the campground. Drenched in history, this area was once

part of the holdings of George Vanderbilt and the site of his hunting camp house, Buck Springs no

longer standing, is close by.

Address: Mount Pisgah Campground 28716

OTTER CREEK CAMPGROUND

Located in Blue Ridge Parkway.

Otter Creek Campground is located at the Blue Ridge Parkway's lowest elevation, only 649 feet

above sea level. Picturesque Otter Creek winds through this quiet, rustic campground. Night skies are

spectacular here, and there are several nearby trails to hike including the Otter Creek Trail, which is

accessible from the campground. Just imagine enjoying the crackle of an evening campfire with the

murmur of the creek in the background. This area's abundant water and warmer temperatures support

plant and animal communities that are unlike those found at other areas on the Parkway. A short walk

along the Trail of Trees or a hike along the clear, cool waters of Otter Creek will give ample proof

that there is more to the Blue Ridge Parkway than mountain-top vistas.

Address: Blue Ridge Parkway Bedford, North Carolina 24523 Phone: 434-299-5125

DEEP CREEK CAMPGROUND

Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Located next to one of the most popular creeks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Deep

Creek Group Camp provides traditional primitive camping with the stunning backdrop of the

mountains. Whether blanketed in bright wildflowers in the spring or vivid colors in the fall, the

scenery at Deep Creek never disappoints.

Address: Deep Creek Campground Entrance Bridge Hubert, North Carolina 28713

Phone: 910-330-9333

ROUND BOTTOM CAMPGROUND

Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Saddle up your horses for a camping trip in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Located in the North Carolina portion of the park, this campsite offers miles of horse trails with a

breathtaking backdrop. Whether blanketed in bright spring wildflowers or vivid fall colors, the

scenery at Round Bottom never disappoints. World-renowned for its diversity of plant and animal

life, the beauty of its ancient mountains and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian

culture, Great Smoky Mountains is America's most visited national park. You MUST have a HORSE

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to camp at Round Bottom Horse Camp. With access to several of the Smokies' popular horseback

riding trails, equestrians will never be bored.

Address: Round Bottom Campground Loop 28719

SMOKEMOUNT CAMPGROUNDS

Situated in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this campsite offers an ideal setting

to enjoy the outdoors. Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and

Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World-renowned for its diversity of plant and

animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains and the quality of its remnants of Southern

Appalachian culture, this is America's most visited national park.

Address: 60 Enloe-Floyd Bottoms Road Cherokee, NC 28719 Phone: (828) 497-9270

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NORTH CAROLINA

NATIONAL SEASHORES

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Cape Hatteras National Seashore

On the Outer Banks in Dare and Hyde Counties, the National Seashore covers 28,000 acres. Bodie

Island, Hatteras Island, and Ocracoke Island stretch over 70 miles of open beach known for its

surfcasting. It is accessible by paved roads connected by highways US 158 and US 64- 264 near Nags

Head and Manteo, a free State ferry across Hatteras Inlet, and a ferry from Cedar Island and Swan

Quarter.

Information concerning the commercially operated campgrounds may be requested by calling (252)

473-2111.

CAMPING

Many private campgrounds are located near Cape Hatteras National Seashore area (see Avon,

Buxton, Hatteras, and Rodanthe in Private Campgrounds Section). Three National Park Service

Campgrounds (Oregon Inlet, Cape Point, and Ocracoke) operate from April until mid- September.

Frisco operates from late-May through Labor Day reservations are required Nay 17 through Labor

Day. There is a limit of 14 days May through August. Trailers are permitted at all campgrounds; no

utility connections are provided. Fees are different for each campsite and there is a limit of 6 people.

The campgrounds are generally flat and sandy without shade.

Camper supplies are available at Oregon Inlet Marina and various villages within the National

Seashore. All are ocean side separated by barrier dunes from the beach. All campgrounds have

modern toilets, water, cold showers, grills, and tables. National Park service reservation offices are

located at Whalebone Junction, Buxton, and Ocracoke. Reservations cannot be made by telephone.

CAPE POINT

Located at Buxton near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. There are 202 sites with drinking water, grills,

tables, comfort station, and outdoor showers.

FRISCO

Located 5 miles northeast of Hatteras Village on NC 12. There are 136 with grills, drinking water,

tables, outdoor showers, and comfort station.

OCRACOKE

Located on the ocean side of Ocracoke Island. There are 136 sites with drinking water, grills, tables,

toilets, and showers.

OREGON INLET

Located on the south shore of Bodie Island near the bridge of Hatteras Island. There are 120 sites

with, comfort stations, outdoor showers, water, grills, and tables available. For detailed information

and regulations contact the superintendent, Rt. 1, Box 675. Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Manteo,

NC 27954.

The Bodie Island Visitor Center near Bodie Island Lighthouse, the Cape Hatteras Visitor Center near

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and the Visitor Center at Silver Lake Harbor in Ocracoke Village are other

attractions. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is the nation’s tallest at 208 feet in height. Pea Island

National Wildlife Refuge is within the Park and is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife

Service. It includes 5,880 acres on Hatteras Island between Pamlico Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.

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North Carolina’s National Forests

Croatan National Forest

Nantahala National Forest

Pisgah National Forest

Uwharrie National Forest

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CROATAN NATIONAL FOREST

Croatan National Forest, one of four National Forests in North Carolina and the only true coastal

forest in the East. The Croatan National Forest's 160,000 acres have pine forests, saltwater estuaries,

bogs and raised swamps called pocosins. Bordered on three sides by tidal rivers and the Bogue

Sound, the forest is defined by water. All this water provides a variety of recreation and diversity of

wildlife- from deer, black bears and turkeys to wading birds, ospreys and alligators. Canoeing and

fishing are popular on blackwater creeks and saltwater marshes. The Croatan is also home to the

carnivorous Venus flytrap, sunder and pitcher plant. The Croatan National Forest has one Ranger

District, the Croatan Ranger District. Please contact the District for more information.

CEDAR POINT RECREATION AREA

The Cedar Point Recreation Area, near the mouth of the White Oak River, is surrounded by a salt

marsh and a coastal forest. The salt marsh, where fresh water meets salt water, stretches out like a

sea of grass. This nutrient-rich wetland is a valuable "nursery" for commercial seafood, including

fish, shrimp, crabs and oysters. A small-craft boat ramp and fishing pier provides easy access to the

river and its bounty. The shallow water is suited to flat-bottom boats. Canoes and kayaks can

navigate the maze of canals through the salt march. From the boat ramp, paddle around the point,

then pass under the boardwalk of the Tideland Trail. Be aware of the tides; an extremely low tide can

leave some canals dry. The loop is shown on the map is about 2 miles and can be completed in half a

day. The campground has 36 sites with electrical hookups, a bathhouse with flush toilets, warm

showers, drinking water and a ramp for shallow water boats. Picnic tables are nearby. The Cedar

Point Tideland Trail crosses boardwalks to explore the salt marsh and the life above and beneath.

CEDAR POINT CAMPGROUND

The Cedar Point Recreation Area, near the mouth of the White Oak River, is surrounded by a salt

marsh and a coastal forest. The salt marsh, where fresh water meets salt water, stretches out like a

sea of grass. This nutrient-rich wetland is a valuable "nursery" for commercial seafood, including

fish, shrimp, crabs and oysters. This recreation area is a dynamic place affected by hurricanes, rising

sea levels, and insect epidemics, such as Southern pine beetles that devastate nearby pine trees. On a

daily basis, this living community contends with the change brought by the tides. This is a place to

slow down and savor nature's beauty.

FLANNERS BEACH/NEUSE RIVER CAMPGROUND

Located under tall pines and hardwoods, each of the 40 campsites is equipped with a picnic table, fire

ring and lantern poles. Two of these sites only allow double occupancy. Electrical hookups are

available at 24 sites. The campground offers showers, restrooms, drinking water and a trailer dump

station for registered campers’ use. Users can stretch their legs on an accessible one-mile trail that

winds through the mixed pine-hardwood forest near both the campground and picnic area. More than

five additional miles are also available to bikers and hikers, but no motorized vehicles or horses are

allowed.

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NANTAHALA NATIONAL FOREST

Welcome to the Nantahala National Forest! The Nantahala National Forest lies in the mountain and

valleys of southwestern North Carolina. The largest of North Carolina's four National Forests, the

Nantahala encompasses 531,148 acres with elevations ranging from 5,800 feet at Lone Bald in

Jackson County to 1,200 feet in Cherokee County along Hiwassee River. The Forest is divided into

three Districts, Cheoah in Robbinsville, NC, Tusquitee in Murphy, NC, and the Nantahala in

Franklin, NC. All district names come from the Cherokee language. "Nantahala" is a Cherokee word

meaning "land of the noon day sun," a fitting name for the Nantahala Gorge, where the sun only

reaches to the valley floor at midday. The Nantahala National Forest was established in 1920 under

authority of the 1911 Weeks Act. This act provided authority to acquire lands for national forests to

protect watersheds, to provide timber, and to regulate the flow of navigable streams. In the Nantahala

National Forest, visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities from whitewater rafting to

camping. With over 600 miles of trails, opportunities exist for hikers, mountain bikers, horse-back

riders and off-highway vehicle riders.

CHEOAH RANGER DISTRICT

The Cheoah Ranger District has 120,500 acres in Graham and Swain Counties. These lands surround

four large mountain reservoirs and contain numerous streams. Fishing, boating, whitewater rafting,

hunting, hiking, and viewing fall colors are some popular activities. From the Cherohala Skyway, you

can enjoy mountain vistas. The Appalachian Trail and other trails make up a network of some 320

miles that cross the district. The district offers trails for horseback riders, mountain bikers, short-

distance hikers, and backpackers. Several lakeside, streamside, and scenic developed campgrounds,

and picnic areas provide a variety of outdoor experiences.

RATTLER FORD CAMPGROUND

Rattler Ford has four units that accommodate 25 people per unit. Showers, horseshoe pits, and a

volleyball court are available. A trout stream and hiking trails are nearby.

APPLETREE GROUP CAMPING

Looking for a campsite for a group of people near the Nantahala River? The four sites at Appletree

Group Campground accommodates two sites (A and D) for up to 25 people each and two sites (B and

C) for up to 50 people each. Each site has its own picnic shelter, outdoor group gathering area with a

fire ring and lantern posts, restroom with flush toilets, water hydrant, designated parking area and a

grassy field for tents and activities. The campground offers a shower house.

KIMSEY CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND

A pleasant setting for a group camp. It is bordered by the Nantahala River, a native trout stream, and

numerous hiking trails to adjoining mountain peaks are present. Three group sites with a maximum of

25 people per site are available on a reservation basis only. Kimsey Creek Group Campground is a

group area within Standing Indian Campground. Big and small game hunting occurs in the

surrounding area.

STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND

Standing Indian Campground is a camper's delight, whether you're camping in an RV or in a tent.

The campground is surrounded by 5,000-foot peaks and crossed by several natural trout streams. It is

the focal point of numerous hiking trails and has easy access to the Appalachian Trail. The

campground can be a pleasant stopover on your trip or a place to spend several days to explore this

scenic and historic section of the Nantahala National Forest. All this within a scenic, 20-minute drive

to Franklin, N.C. The campground has 5 loops with sites available first come, first serve or by

reservation. Fire ring grills, lantern posts, and picnic tables are provided at each site, with close

proximity to drinking water, flush toilets and showers. A group camping area, Kimsey Creek, is

located in Standing Indian Campground.

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UWHARRIE NATIONAL FOREST

Uwharrie National Forest is a federally designated national forest region located primarily in

Montgomery County, but also extending into Randolph and Davidson counties in south central North

Carolina. With more than 50,000 acres and nearly 80 square miles of territory, the Uwharrie National

Forest is a treasure trove full of beautiful scenery, wildlife and trails for all sorts of activities. There is

ample room for horseback riding, hiking, trail running, mountain biking, hunting, camping, dedicated

trails for off-road vehicles and more. Here is a ph. # for the Uwharrie National Forest office at 789

Hwy. 24/27 E. in Troy, NC 27371: (910) 576-6391. Here is what an avid hiker/camper wrote about

the area 1/3/18: Backpacking in Uwharrie is worth the trip. The lower elevations make it easier to

deal with the gains and losses. There’s plenty of water. Campsites are everywhere. Trails are well-

marked and well-maintained. It’s clean. And there are many combinations of trails that could be used

to create a pretty spectacular hike. If you haven’t already, you should definitely check out the

Uwharrie National Forest.

BADIN LAKE RECREATION AREA

Badin Lake Campground offers 34 sites for tent, camping trailer or RV camping. There are several

campsites on the lakeshore of Badin Lake which can be accessed via boat, canoe, or kayak. This

campground offers flush toilets, showers & drinking water hydrants. There is no electricity and no

dump station at this campground. Badin Lake Group Camp offers 3 sites for up to 50 people each.

There are flush toilets, vault toilets, showers & 3 drinking water hydrants. There are no electrical

hookups and there is no dump station. This campground is available by reservation only.

ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND

Arrowhead Campground has 48 sites for Tent/RV camping. Sites #46-#49 are tent only. All sites,

except for site #23, are accessible to people with disabilities. Each site has a table, grill, fire ring,

lantern post and parking spur. The campground has 6 spigots/hydrants located around the

campground for drinking water. A bathhouse with flush toilets, hot showers, and sinks is available.

There is a family restroom located at the front of the bathhouse if privacy is desired. A 0.75-mile

paved bicycle/walking path loops around the campground. The fee-station is located at the entrance

to the campground. There is a dump station located across from the pay station. Payment can be made

by cash or check: make checks out to the USDA Forest Service.

CANEBRAKE HORSE CAMP

Canebrake Horse Camp has 28 sites with parking spurs for horse trailers. Four of these sites are

double camp sites. Each site has a picnic table, grill, fire ring, lantern post, tie posts, tack tables, and

electrical hookups. Up to two vehicles are allowed at each site. The camp also provides water spigots

for drinking water, hot showers, and flush toilets. Electric hookups available, but no water/sewer

hookups at each site. A sewage dump station and a horse washing station are centrally located.

The Equestrian Trail System can be accessed from Canebrake using the Home Trail, which skirts the

campground. There are approximately 40 miles of horse trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to

more difficult.

UWHARRIE HUNT CAMP

Uwharrie Hunt Camp has eight sites for tent camping. Each site has a table, grill, lantern posts, and

tent pad. Two vault toilets and trash cans are provided in the campground. There are also 2 drinking

water spigots available. Campers have to park in the one parking lot and walk to their campsite.

WEST MORRIS MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

West Morris Mtn. Campground has 14 individual campsites and 2 group campsites available at this

location. Two vault toilets and three double trash cans are located within the campground. All sites

have a table, grill/fire ring, lantern post and camping pad. These sites are suitable for either tents or

RV's. There is no water or electrical hook-ups at this location. We recommend you bring a cookstove

for cooking meals. This is a very rustic campground.

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Opportunities for hunting and hiking are available. A 3/4-mile trail leads from the campground to the

Uwharrie National Recreation Trail, a 28-mile National Recreational Trail. A small country store is

located about 3 miles away in the small community called Eldorado. This store and gas station are

north of the intersection of Ophir Road and NC Hwy 109N. The town of Troy is approximately 15

minutes south on NC Hwy 109N where there are grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants and other

amenities.

YATES PLACE

Yates Place Camp was an old home site, but now serves as an attractive destination for tent camping.

A vaul toilet, tables, and grills are available at the site. Yates Place Camp is located near the

Uwharrie Trail, a 20-mile National Recreation hiking trail. This camp is also popular with deer

hunters and hiking groups that use it as a base camp or staging area.

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HIKING IN

NORTH CAROLINA

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HIKING IN NORTH CAROLINA

The North Carolina mountains provide a wide selection of trails for both the inexperienced and

advanced hikers. The national forests in North Carolina provide over 1,200 miles of primary foot

trails; including seven National Recreation Trails and over 200 miles of the Appalachian Trail.

Andrews Bald

(6030ft) One of the more popular hike in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park (GSMNP). Easy

family trips with dense forestry and grassy bald with good views. The forest is especially nice in late

June when the greenery blooms. From US 441 at Newfound Gap take Clingman’s Dome Spur Road,

7.6 miles to the end. A marked hiking trail begins west of the parking area. Follow signs in parking

lots. The Andrews Bald provides an easy 4-mile roundtrip.

Art Loeb Trail

(6,030 if) A linking of outstanding trails in Pisgah National Forest, which memorializes the late

Arthur J. Loeb, who was an officer of the Carolina Mountain and executive of Olin Industries who

has led in high esteem by associates in hiking, conservation, and industry. The trail offers an ideal

venture for Boy Scouts or anyone seeking to extend hiking experience. Shelters and other refinements

are provided. The entire trail is marked with direction signs. Section 1 (12.3 mi) starts on US 276, 1

mile west of US 64. The trail climbs to Neil Gap behind Davidson River Campground, west to

Chesnut Knob, south of Cedar Rock, to Gloucester Gap. Section 2 (7.2 mi) goes from Glouchester

Gap via Pilot Mountain through Farlow Gap, across Blue Ridge Parkway at Shuck Ridge, then across

Silvermine Bald to Black Balsam trailhead. Section 3 (6.8 mi) climbs to Black Balsam Knob, across

Tennet Mountain, entering Shining Rock Wilderness at Ivestor Gap, crosses Flower Knob, Shinning

Rock, Stairs Mountain, and Cold Mountain (6,030 if). Section 4 (3.8 mi) drops down from Deep Gap,

below Cold Mountain, to Daniel Boone Scout Camp off NC 215.

Strenuous 30.1-mile hiking is offered. Camp Section 1,2, and 3 are part of the Mountain-to-Sea Trail.

Balsam Corner

(6,040 if) The trail goes through cool spruce and balsam forest in Great Smoky Mountain National

Park. Spring water and shelter are offered near Balsam Corner Treat. Hike starts at Round Bottom

parking area beside Straight Fork. The trail features a beautiful stream. From Highway 441 at park

entry, turn on to the Big Cove- Road at 9 miles immediately across concrete bridge, turn right on to

gravel road, and follow it for 5 miles to Round Bottom Parking area. Walk up road and cross the

concrete bridge. About 150 yards beyond the bridge to the left is the faint Ledge Bald Trail. Make a

steady gradual climb to Balsam Divide. Continue north on ridge until crossing Mount Sterling, then

make a left to Tri-corner Knob and Mount Guyot on the A

Black Mountain

(4,286 ft.) From the Blue Ridge Parkway mile 441, drive 4 miles south on US 276 to Cradle of

Forestry. Near east end of parking area, walk up graded road about 200 feet, just past the gate turn

left (south) up Black Mountain Trail. Follow white markers on trial during steady climb to Buckhom

Gap and crosses between Clawhammer Mountain and Black Mountain. Then, descend past Hickory

Knob and Little Hickory Knob to Forest Service Depot on US 276. Visit to the Cradle of Forestry is

recommended. Other outstanding alternate trips after reaching Buckhorn Gap - follow the blue triangle

markers west to Avery Creek: then orange markers southwest to White Pines Campground on US

276. Black Mountain offers a moderate hike of 8 miles.

Catoloochee Valley

(2,643ft) Leave Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 458.2 in Heintooga Spur Road. A park is in the Great

Smoky Mountain National Park at Paul’s Gap 6.1 miles north, take the trail northeast on old railroad

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grade about 2 miles. Turn right onto the fine trail for Catoloochee Valley. At the fork onto Caldwell

Fork Trail and descend to ranger station in the magnificent valley with many reminders of early

settlers. The trail offers a strenuous 14-mile round trip. Can be combined with Pretty Hollow Gap

Trail.

Charlie’s Bunion

(5,560ft) from Newfound Gap on the AT. The trail offers a remarkably fine family hike in the Great

Smoky Mountain National Park. It is a good camp all year, even in snow.

Walk east on the AT from US 441 at Newfound Gap. At 3 miles pass Ice Water Spring Shelter.

Descend around Masa’s Knob. At 4 miles reach bare rocks of Charlie’s Bunyon where in 1925 great

landslides revealed rock backbone underlying the Smokies. Great views of Mt. LeConte are offered

in the 8-mile round trip.

Catawba Falls

(2,400ft) Offers a popular family trip to impressive waterfalls on headwaters of Catawba River. at the

railroad station on US 70 is Old Fort, turn south onto Catawba Street; walk up farm road 1/4 mile to

fork. Cross the river, walk up the stream, and pass a dam and abandoned powerhouse. When the road

runs out after 35 minutes and becomes a streambed, walk left on the bank 15 paces, then on the right

bank for 55 paces. Next, go sharply left (south) across the stream, continuing south for 175 paces

(keeping left) to the base of lower Catawba Falls. Upper falls plunge into a large pool and can be

reached in 30 minutes on steep, slippery trails. 3.5-mile hike on Private Property.

Cheoah Bald

(5,062ft) from Stecoah Gap on the AT. Leave NC 28 from gap just west of Stecoah; go to

Sweetwater Road (SR 143) for 2 miles southwest to Stecoah Gap where the AT crosses. Park, then

follow the white blazes: climb southeast very steeply on AT to crest water 200 yards right. Continue

to the summit of Cheoah Bald at 4.3 miles. The trail provides a strenuous 8.6-mile hike and primitive

camping.

Clingman’s Dome

(6,642 if) is the highest mountain in Great Smokie Mountain National Park. It is the second highest

peak in Eastern America. Observation tower at the peak provides a splendid panoramic view from

above. Drive 1.3 miles southwest to Indian Gap on Clingman’s Dome Spur Road from US 441 to

Newfound Gap. Park and go southwest on the AT, which passes through the gap just west of Spur

Road. The trail provides a strenuous 2-mile roundtrip.

Grandfather Mountain

(5,964 if) Is located in Linville area and has a mile-high swinging bridge which connects 2 of the

peaks. Grandfather is the highest mountain on the Blue Ridge Range and a spectacular Alpine- like

ridge-top hike is found there. The highest peaks can be reached only by trail man undeveloped 5,000-

acre area. 7 trails have been designated by the US Department of the Interior on the 2 mountains.

Located within 10 miles of 6 ski resorts, Grandfather is one of the snowiest spots in North Carolina

and a popular winter backpacking and hiking site. From the east, the Daniel Boone Scout Trail

reaches Calloway Peak, the mountain’s highest point in 3 miles. The Boone Trail begins on the West

side of US 221, 10.8 miles north of the US 221 and Highway 105 junction in Linville and 1.5 miles

south of the Blue Ridge Parkway and Halloway Mountain Road junction with US 221. Other trails on

the mountain reach Indian House Cave, one of the East’s highest archeological sites, and Black Rock

Cliffs Cave, a 6-room cavern. There are 3 trails on Grandfather Mountain form a national recreation

trail day or multi-night backpacking circuit over Calloway Peak. Camping is permitted at many

backcountry campsites where some shelters are provided. Hiking permits are required, and a fee is

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charged to support trail maintenance and monitoring system for safety. Permits are available at the

Grandfather Mountain Entrance.

Crabtree Bald

(5,320ft) From the summit all 49 mountains in Western Carolina can be viewed from 6,000 feet. To

get there, take NC 209 for 6 miles north from US 19 at Junaluska. Turn right onto SR 1503 near

Crabtree-lronduff School. Go 2 miles and turn left onto Bald Creek Road SR 1505. Go 3 miles, park

where Indian Branch crosses under the road. Cross the pasture gate on the left, walk up paths and

jeep trail to the ridgeline. Go southwest on crest to Crabtree Bald, identified by antenna on the top.

NC 209 is also accessible from Fines Creek exit on 1-40 if coming from the west. A moderate

roundtrip of 7 miles on private property is offered. Contact owner in advance before hiking.

Linville Gorge

(2,600ft) Linville Gorge is one of Eastern America’s most scenic and rugged gorges. It is also reputed

to be the wildest and most treacherous area in the Blue Ridge Parkway, but the risks on graded trails

described here are no greater than elsewhere in the wilds of the Southern Appalachians. The area has

been set aside as a wilderness by the US Forest Service. Babel Tower Trails begin at the sign on the

east side of old NC 105, 2.8 miles south from NC 183. None of these are circle trips, however, all the

trails can be followed back to their starting points at 1 to

2.9 miles each. The Babel Tower Trail and Conley Cove Trail makes a hike of 8 miles. Before

starting in the gorge, it is desirable to drive to Wisernen’s View recreation site on old NC 105, 1.5

miles south of start of Babel Tower Trail. Here, the gorge can be scanned from overlooks that orient

the hiker. The trail offers art 8-mile moderate hike.

Mount Mitchell

(6,684ff) From Black Mountain Campground in the Pisgah National Forest. Mount Mitchell is the

highest point in Eastern America. A lookout tower provides a great panoramic from the summit.

While you can drive nearly to the top, the more rewarding route is to hike from Black Mountain

Campground to Mount Mitchell. The campground can be reached by turning from BR Parkway 33

miles north of Asheville at Deep Gap, milepost 351.9. A gravel road leads north 4.9 miles to the

campground, marked trail begins in the northeast corner of the camping area. Near the top, the path

goes through the dark green Fraser Fir forests. The hiking trail provides an 11-mile strenuous hike.

Pilot Mountain

(5,151ft) In mid-May, the slopes of the mountains are covered with Fullbloom Pinkshell Azalea.

Views from the summit in all directions reveal the majesty and wildness of the Pisgah National

Forest. From US 276, turn west onto Davidson River Road (Forest Service Road 475) 9.8 miles south

of Wagon Road Gap on mile 411 .9 on the Blue Ridge Parkway for 5.25 miles north of junction NC

280 and US 64; co 6.2 miles to Glouchester Gap, keep left at junctions; park 5 feet stone slab

standing at the junction with Cathey’s Creek Road. Climb northwest, right on Art Loeb Trail

following the yellow blazes and silhouettes of hikers. Frequent switchbacks make the ascent

moderate. It takes 1.5 hours to reach the summit. For a different return route, continue north from the

summit, descending on the opposite side of the mountain on Jeep Road. The trail offers a moderate

roundtrip of 6 miles and campsites.

Pretty Hollow Gap

(5,200ff) From Cataloochee Valley, in the Great Smokey Mountain National Park, the graded trail

after 2.5 miles is easy. Much of the route is high above the gorge. Take US 276 for 5.8 miles north

from US 19 at Dellwood. Turn left onto SR 1395 (old NC 284) just before 1-40 entrance. Go 7.9

miles, then turn left onto the paved road. After 2.9 miles, turn left at the bridge in Cataloochee

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Valley; drive 2 miles to the bridge at the old-school house. Park near the gate to the dirt road, cross

the great head west. Follow the trail signs up the creek to Pretty Hollow Gap. It is worthwhile to go 2

miles more to Mount Sterling, which offers a magnificent view from the tower. A strenuous round

trip is offered at 12 miles.

Roan Mountain National Recreation Trail

(6,286ft) Offers a loop trail that winds through Roan Mountain Gardens. A natural garden of

rhododendron, fir trees, and grass openings are included. The peak of the bloom is in mid-June.

Portions of the trail are paved with a viewing deck for the handicapped. Facilities include water,

comfort station, picnic areas, and information stations are provided. Nearby, Cloudland Trail goes to

an observation deck. Take NC 261 to Carver’s Gap, turn left and follow the road to the summit and

parking area.

Sandymush Bald

(5,152ff) The trail offers spectacular mountain pastures with extraordinary views of farm country in

the valleys far below. Park at Doggett Gap on NC 63 on divide 25 miles northwest of the Asheville

Post Office. Walk southwest up farm road, at 3rd gate enter the sweeping pasture with a shack to the

right and a stream to the left. Skirt left around the small mountain ahead and sight Sandymush Bald,

the highest mountain to the southwest, can be reached by following the fence southwest for 1 h

45mm sticking to southwest paths at the corners. The trail offers a moderate roundtrip of 10 miles.

Shortoff Mountain

(3, OOO ft.) Is a highly recommended trip. A moderate walk to the lower end of Linville Gorge

(Trail 90) along a series of cliffs offering unsurpassed views into the gorge with lake James as a

backdrop in the distance. Exit from 1-40 at Nebo-Lake James exit, east of Marion. Go north 2.8

miles; turn west, left for 0.3 miles; next, turn north, right onto NC 126, which leads around Lake

James. After 10 miles, cross the Linville River; go 1.2 miles farther; turn onto the first road on Wolf

Pit Road (Forest Road 117). Take the road

2.4 miles to turnaround at dead end to park. Walk 12 minutes more, reach another junction, go either

right or left. In 13 minutes reach the 3rd junction; take the woodland footpath straight ahead west

between two small gashed pine trees, avoiding the main road which climbs steeply right to the side

road to the left which goes steeply downhill (pay special attention to stay on the right road). In 7

minutes, you will arrive at the first observation point on the cliffs. Walk north as far as desired along

the edge of the cliffs on the tiny trail through rhododendron, laurel, and sand myrtle. A moderate

roundtrip of 5-8 miles is provided.

Shut-In National Trail

(5, OOOft) It follows the historic route built by George Vanderbilt from the French Broad River to

his Buck Springs Hunting Lodge. It was probably named for the many rhododendron thickets.

Beginning at the NC 191 off-ramp of the Blue Ridge Parkway, it parallels and crosses the Parkway to

Mount Pisgah parking area, near mile post 408.

The trail offers a moderately strenuous dim from 2.000 ft to 5,000 ft along its 6.3-mile length. The

Shut-In National Trail is part of the North Carolina Mountain to Sea Trail.

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BSA HIGH ADVENTURE

PROGRAM

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National High Adventure Information for all BSA High Adventure Bases

Wilderness Use

Each High Adventure Base crew in keeping with the BSA policy of “Camp and Leave No Trace”.

More information on the advisors’ kit to prepare all of the crew members and adults on the

importance of No Trace wilderness camping.

Family Canoeing/Fishing

Family members must be members of the BSA Family Camping Association or approved by the local

council. For information, contact your local council office. The family must consist from 6 to 9

members.

National High Adventure Participant Requirements

To participate in a High Adventure Program, one must be a registered member of BSA, Venturing, or

Explorers. They must be 13 years of age by January 1st of the year you plan to attend and also hold

the First-Class Rank or be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Contact individual High Adventure

Bases for other additional requirements.

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The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base

In the heart of the fabulous Florida Keys, on a sub-tropical island, 75 miles south of Miami. The Sea

Base is scouting’s most complete aquatic adventure program offering sailing, motor boating,

canoeing, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, lobstering, and beach combing. Scouts can explore the vast

ecosystem found in the Florida Keys.

The Sea Base facilities include a large, fully equipped galley with indoor and outdoor dining areas

that comfortably seat 120 for meals. The elevated dorms overtook Florida Bay and one of the bridges

that separates the Atlantic Ocean from the Gulf of Mexico. The harbor has a 300-foot dock for the

larger sailing yachts as well as many shorter docks for smaller vessels. The swimming area is

complete with a step-down deck and marker buoys. The Trading Post sells many items that you may

have forgotten or that you want to take home as a remembrance of your adventure.

Just a mile offshore lies an extensive underwater coral ecosystem that forms a protective barrier

around the islands. Thousands of tropical fish make the reef their home. The Florida water is crystal

clear, making vision under water optimum. To this day, the lure of discovering buried treasure is still

a possibility.

While at the sea base, there is no dead time, considering your adventure starts the day you arrive at

the base. After you arrive, a swim check and snorkeling skills are immediately tested. After that, you

will go to the galley for a meal and briefing of the activities you will undertake while at the Sea Base.

Some of the programs offered include: OUT ISLAND ADVENTURE

BAHAMAS ADVENTURE CORAL REEF SAILING ADVENTURE

FLORIDA KEYS ADVENTURE PROGRAM SEA EXPLORING ADVENTURE

SCUBA PROGRAMS (Scuba Certification & Scuba Adventure) KEYS ADVENTURE - NON-

SUMMER KEYS WEEKEND ADVENTURE

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Northern Tier High Adventure Programs

Minnesota – Canada

From May through September, Northern Tier takes pride in offering Scouts the world’s best

canoeing. You’ll explore the Queto Parks and BWCAW by canoe. The program offers fishing on the

shores and camping on the water. After a voyage to remember, you break camp and canoe out while

at Base Camp with a Finnish Sauna, Hot showers, and great food.

From December to March, the OKPIK winter program introduces the other side of the beautiful north

woods. OKPIK offers snow camping, skiing, snow shoeing, and winter ecology.

The first step is to choose your Northern Tier trip. The Northern Tier offers 4 trips, each being unique

in character and different in price. The Northern Tier adventure is unforgettable considering it takes

you through the heart and soul of Canoe Country.

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Philmont Scout Ranch

Cimarron, NM

Philmont Scout Ranch is the most popular High Adventure Base of all Boy Scouts. Philmont is

spread over 137,493 acres of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range in northeastern New Mexico.

Included in Philmont are alpine meadows, vistas, mesas, and rugged slopes.

Each year Philmont hosts over 15,000 Scouts, Explorers, and leaders from all over the entire world.

Philmont offers many educational and high adventure programs are offered at each of Philmont’s

staffed camps. Some of the programs offered include panning for gold, hiking, rock climbing, fur

trapping, rifle and shotgun shooting, burro racing, fishing, horseback riding, spar pole climbing, and

educational side hikes.

Within the vast, working ranch, the elevations range from 6,500 feet to 12,441 feet at Mount Baldy.

A crew can choose from various itineraries, classed on difficulty and programs offered.

There are over 300 miles of developed hiking trails that link staffed and non-staffed camps together.

24 preplanned itineraries are offered which can be chosen by program or route. Of the 24 itineraries,

some are more strenuous than others and all of them are spread over either the North or South

Countries.

RAYODO MEN

Older more experienced hikers who think that a regular trek isn’t much of a test, then Rayodo is the

adventure for you. Rayodo Men offers outdoor leadership building, group dynamics, wilderness

problem- solving, advanced outdoor skills, and close to 210 miles of hiking over the 21-day span.

TRAIL CREW I OA TRAIL CREW

OA Trail Crew and Regular Trail Crew are programs designed to preserve the beautiful Philmont

wilderness. Regular Trail Crew has no charge except transportation and OA Trail Crew has a

minimal fee of 100 dollars. OA Trail Crew is a 14-day trek with 7 days of conservation and trail

building and 7 days on the trail. Regular Trail Crew consists of 18 days at a back-country work

project and then a 10-day regular trek.

OTHER GREATADVENTURES INCLUDE:

*Expeditions *Cavalcades

*Mountain Men *Mountain Women

*Kanik *Autumn Adventure

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Cub Scout Approved Campsites as of

6/20/2023

*These are from the Pack Overnight Campsite

Appraisal Forms Turned into Council

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GOOSE CREEK

Located in Beaufort County on the Pamlico River. The area consists of 1,327 acres of diverse

topography and vegetation. The river section has natural sand beaches, and combined creek section

that offers fishing, bird watching, and water recreational activities. Spanish moss decorates the

greenery throughout. Site includes swimming, picnicking, boat launching, access and parking, hiking,

camping trails and fishing.

Goose Creek may be reached from US 17, US 264, and NC 92. Southeast of Washington, NC.

Address: 2190 Camp Leach Rd Washington, NC 27889 Phone: (252)-923-2191

CLIFFS OF THE NEUSE

Consists of 608 acres in Wayne County. There are 35 tent/trailer campsites. Picnicking, refreshment

stand, fishing, hiking, swimming, rental row boats, nature study, museum, and a dump station are all

provided at the site.

Address: 240 Park Entrance Road Seven Springs, NC 28578 Phone: (919) 778-6234

BREWSTER CAMPGROUND

Located in Onslow County at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base. Brewster Recreation Area is a 122-

acre recreation area located along the Northeast Creek River and Brewster Blvd between the Base

Hospital and golf course.

Address: 728 Julian C Smith Rd Camp Lejeune, NC 28540 Phone (910)-451-1440

CABIN LAKE

Located in Duplin County in Pink Hill. A 167-acre county park located in the eastern part of Duplin

County near the town of Beulaville. A 69-acre lake provides canoeing, fishing and swimming. RV

hookups, camp sites, nature trail, picnic shelter and a bathhouse. Open year-round except for

swimming area, which is open Memorial Day-Labor Day.

Address: 220 Cabin Lake County Park Pink Hill, NC 28572 Phone (910)-298-3648

CAMP WHIPPORWILL

Located in Onslow County. Whippoorwill Campground is your horse trail destination! Located in

Eastern NC. Campsites available. Fishing is available.

Address: 188 Brinson Ln Beulaville, NC 28518 Phone (910)-915-9854

CAMP ALBEMARLE

Located in Carteret County.

Address: 156 Albemarle Dr Newport, NC 28570 Phone (252)-726-4828

NEW BERN CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELD

Located in Craven County. Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern

Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the

Craven County area during the Civil War. Today, visitors can take a stroll through the 30 acres of

battlefield to learn about the unique role this small town played in one of the greatest conflicts in

American history.

Address: 300 Battlefield Trail New Bern, NC 28560 Phone (252)-626-1362