- Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
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The best campsites in Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, NC
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The best campsites in Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, NC
Ecusta Trail Campsite
1. Ecusta Trail Campsite
95%
(10)
4.8km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 3 units · Motorhomes
Come stay with us! Bring the whole family, there is something for everyone here! You can bring your own RV! We can hold up to two campers onsite, plus a tent, and up to four personal vehicles!
Our site is located minutes from Main Street in Hendersonville NC in the Lenox Park area! We are literally trailside, along the, "Ecusta Trail", with a brewery(Trailside), food truck(s), live music, coffee shop, brandy bar a stones throw away!
You are nestled in the city with the feel of nature with a trail as your backdrop!
With a short walk to downtown Hendersonville, located in historic Lenox Park, this adorable camp site is on the end of a quiet neighborhood street on the Ecusta trail!
Private, safe, carefree setting. The perfect starting point to visit WNC/the Asheville metro area. Again we are next door to Lenox Station/Trailside Brewing (lesss than 200 feet away) with live music, food trucks, a coffee shop, and Brandy bar+. Minutes to Rhododendron Park, Patton/Jackson, and Lil Bradley Falls.
Besides Main St., Another few minutes away 7th Ave (gentrified w/ Kava bar, shopping, fabulous bakery, coffee, plus free parking). Minutes to Glassy Mtn, Carl Sand Burg, and all the parks and national forests in WNC are nearby. You can bike, hike, walk, and more from your RV/campsite!
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$55
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Stargazers Paradise
2. Stargazers Paradise
95%
(67)
7.1km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 6 units · Motorhomes
Learn more about this land:
Ten beautiful acres to choose a location to camp on. Open grassy field located 10 min from downtown Hendersonville, and 30 min to Asheville. Great place to escape for a little while. Accessible by any vehicle. Motorhomes are welcome and have easy access as well.
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$20
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Mountain View Acres
3. Mountain View Acres
98%
(227)
7.5km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place. Completely remodeled January of 2022. Our cabin sits on 20 acres with beautiful mountain views. Away from the hustle and bustle, but only 30 minutes to Asheville, and close to shopping, restaurants, hiking, rafting, waterfalls, and much, much more! Enjoy getting away as a couple, or with the kids. Just steps away from our game room with pool, ping pong, foos ball, air hockey, darts, and exercise room. Come pet the animals! This 1 room cabin includes 1 King bed, pullout queen sofa, large comfy chair, dining table for 4, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, grill, picnic table, fire pit, cooking essentials, towels, and linens. This cabin is next to a bathhouse. There is a mens and womens restroom. Both restrooms are equipped with 6 showers, 4 stalls, and 8 sinks. You will have complete access to restrooms and showers. You will also have access to the gameroom and exercise room. Across from the cabin is a large pasture and our animals.
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$32
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Cold Spring Basecamp
4. Cold Spring Basecamp
97%
(177)
8.2km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 8 units · Tents, Glamping
Cold Spring Basecamp is the perfect spot to launch your adventure. Located in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Whether camping, glamping or high in a treehouse, Cold Spring Basecamp is the jumping off point for biking, hiking, paddling, zip lining, waterfalls or just enjoy our beautiful 38 acre property with mountain bike trails, hiking trails, beautiful creeks, waterfalls and endless relaxation potential.
Three rustic and historic cabins recently rehabbed, but keeping all the old charm. One open wall lets in lots of light and the old wood accents the walls, kitchen, eating area, and bunk beds (with queen on the bottom and twin up top). Cook over the stone fire pit or on cast iron pots and pan on the propane stove. Full equipped kitchen for all your needs, including French press, and tea pot. Relax under the solar lights and charge your devices using our solar powered charging station.
Campsites are all nestled in the woods and next to the creek and are all spacious and private. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring with grill for cooking over the fire. Additionally a water filter is provided for purifying drinking water from the creek. Launch your adventure from Cold Spring or stay on the property to enjoy the mountain bike trails, hike to the waterfall and cliffs or relax in the meadow.
Minutes to the world class trails of Ride Rock Creek Bike Park and beautiful Lake Summit, just down the road from Ride Kanuga Bike Park and the world famous Green River, with class I-V rapids. We are at the back door of 86 miles of trails and dozens of famous waterfalls in Dupont State Forest. The steep, fast and fun Gorge Zipline is located in the quaint town of Saluda, along with shops and great restaurants. The shops and restaurants of Flat Rock and just up the hill and a bit further is the thriving town on Hendersonville, apple country and many of the areas wineries.
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$23
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Raven Rock
5. Raven Rock
98%
(24)
8.5km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Welcome to Raven Rock. Raven Rock is located less than 3 miles from Ride Rock Creek. It sits on 88 acres with a couple streams going through the property and one pond that’s about an acre. The first camp site is just below the water fall and the other site over looks the pond. The property is very remote and private. Fire wood can be purchased from the owner.
$5 bundle CASH
No Fishing
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$25
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Green Haven, Primitive Camping
6. Green Haven, Primitive Camping
100%
(33)
10km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 4 units · Tents
Nestled between evergreen-covered peaks in Etowah and in the shadows of Pisgah National Forest lies Green Haven. With mountain views, rustic and comfortable campsites, and abundant plants and animals to appreciate, Green Haven is a peaceful destination to get away from it all and enjoy spending time immersed in nature and mountain solitude. Wildlife abounds in the area. Deer and white squirrels are a common sight. Tall white pines, poplar, and rhododendron shade the campsites. Enjoy mountain spring water during the winter and spring months (seasonal water supply). Build a crackling fire in the fire pit from available pre-cut wood and existing dead wood around the campsites. Hike the property on the designated trails and discover rock outcroppings, long range mountain views, fern forests, and a variety of wild mushrooms seasonal. Families, individuals, and groups alike enjoy camping here!
We have 3 very private campsites. "Chanterelle" campsite has a fire ring, picnic table, and accommodates 5 people. "Fern" has a fire ring, picnic table, and can accommodate 4 people. Both sites have access to a pit latrine. The third site, "Big Rock" is a group site located at the top of the property, offering mountaintop views. Must have V6 or 4WD to access. Big Rock has a fire ring, 2 picnic tables, and its own pit latrine. A seasonal spring (Oct-July) is available on the property and a small stream, Piney Branch, that runs year round, drink at own risk (see map). There are two marked hiking trails. Please use the map to stay on property.
Green Haven is centrally located 20 minutes between Brevard and Hendersonville. DuPont State Forest is 25 minutes away and it includes hiking, mountain biking, and waterfalls. Boaters will find the French Broad River, Horseshoe Bend, river access less than 10 minutes. More mountain biking at Ride Kanuga and Ride Rock Creek downhill mountain bike park 15 minutes away. The 7 mile paved Ecusta Trail from Horseshoe to Hendersonville is open, several miles away. Nearby breweries include Mills River Brewery and Bold Rock Cidery 15 minutes away.
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$32
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Dream Stream
7. Dream Stream
98%
(31)
11km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 3 units · Motorhomes
- One acre set in a mountain valley on Pearson Falls Rd..
- Small stream running through the middle.
- Town of Saluda, NC within walking distance, 3/4 mile away.
- Pearson Falls is a delightful waterfall 1.5 miles down the road.
- Great area for cyclists to camp. Site is on a frequently used cycling route.
- Hiking available all around in general area. (Missing Forty trail is within walking distance)
Electrical hookup
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$43
/ night
Nero Coffee Camping Spot
8. Nero Coffee Camping Spot
97%
(157)
12km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nero Coffee is a coffee brand based in the mountains on Western North Carolina, so when you camp at Nero Coffee + Camp you can enjoy a great cup of coffee (free coffee in my "coffee shed" on property!) and enjoy a relaxing spot in the mountains.
Nero Coffee's mission is to create connection between people through sharing great coffee and conversation outdoors. I started Nero Coffee in 2019 and purchased 6 acres near DuPont State Forest to share my land and create my own coffee campground to continue growing the mission.
Update for 2024! Nero Coffee's Camping Spot has three ways to camp.
Site 1: Glamping in my custom built (and way too adorable) mini A frame cabin. This cabin is tucked in the rhododendrons for complete privacy. Enjoy the super comfy bed and unique lifting side door to let the outdoors in :)
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Site 2: Camping with room for up to 8 guests. There are multiple sites and so much room to spread out for groups up to 8 people. This year I am only opening tent camping for one group at a time so you can experience the mountains in the most peaceful setting. The upper camping area has plenty of flat areas for vans, cars, trucks and tents, and if you don't mind carrying our tent down the hill, the lower creekside camping area is THE PERFECT stargazing spot. There's plenty of room to set up any size tent down there, too. basically, You have the campground to make yourself totally at home.
Site 3: Simple Car Camping Spot - Just want a spot to pull over camp for the night close toDuPont State Forest? We can make that happen. No tents allowed here, but it's a peaceful alternative to a cracker barrel parking lot.
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Once you set up camp feel free to visit the Coffee Shed - It's a small shed on the property by the house that has everything you need to make a great cup of coffee. Coffee is always free. :)
I have fire pits, tables an, if I am home, I have a super cute corgi that roams around the property throughout the day. If you spot me outside feel free to say hi or ask any questions about the area. I love helping guests find new places to explore.
You will be about 8 minutes to DuPont State Forest (my favorite hiking and biking area) which has miles and miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails. The entrance to Pisgah National Forest is about 15 minutes away as well so it's a convenient drive to visit the forest and drive up to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
I also own a company that guides "coffee hikes" to local waterfalls in DuPont State forest. You can find more about that in the photo descriptions. :)
Please note!! My road up to my driveway is steep and bumpy. It’s only 0.3 miles up but bumpy. You don't need four wheel drive but higher ground clearance is recommended. (I have had small cars make it up but it is a bit intimidating if you are not used to driving in the mountains). if you have a small car just go slow. :)
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Larger group? Want an indoor bath and shower?? If you are planning a larger group camping retreat and want to book the entire campground (including the main house with indoor shower, restrooms, and full kitchen and spare bedroom) I can make that happen for $500 a night. It's honestly the perfect spot for private, group camping and glamping up to 15 people. Just send me your date request and I will share a link to book if your dates are available.
(2 night minimum for all full campground requests)
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$36
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Back Rhodes Ranch
9. Back Rhodes Ranch
98%
(204)
12km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 3 units · Tents
This is a 130 acre farm that features horse boarding, a remote control flying club called Etowah RC, and rough camping. Have 4000' on the French Broad River with river access.
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$45
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Singletrack Shack
10. Singletrack Shack
100%
(41)
14km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 1 unit · Glamping
The Singletrack Shack is a single room camping cabin located on Jeter Mountain in North Carolina. A great shelter for those planning a camping trip and want “a little more”. Electricity, water, microwave, solo stove firepit, firewood, 3+ miles of personal trails and a cool outhouse are some of the amenities. Choose your sleeping preference by bringing your own hammocks, sleeping bags or air mattress. Located near DuPont State Forest and Pisgah National Forest.
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$50
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Back Yard Campground
11. Back Yard Campground
94%
(51)
14km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Hello, we are Scott and Lynn. We hope you
Enjoy your stay with us in our Back Yard Campground!
We started the campground in 2016 after friends of the family pitched their tents down along the creek. They shared their enjoyment with us, and we realized how much we enjoyed knowing they were down there camping. We both have a great appreciation for God's creation and decided to open our gates to you. Lynn is a true Blue Ridge native and we both hope you enjoy the proximity to our towns, the mountains, rivers, streams, and waterfalls. The local apple orchards are also amazing! Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and rafting are only a few of the activities available within a short drive. So, soak it all in, come back home to Back Yard Campground, watch the sunset and enjoy sweet dreams.
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$30
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Claws cabins and RVs
12. Claws cabins and RVs
100%
(13)
16km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Located 3 miles from DuPont state park. Five miles from Oscar Blues Brewery. This 7 site RV park has septic , Wi-Fi, power and water. We have plenty of firewood just reach out to Don . Bathhouse is under construction out of service at this time.
We do have hot tubs for rent during the stay. We need advance notice to make this happen and have limited supply.
We have 2 sites that are pull thru and the others are back up.
Please look at the map that is posted on the platform Each site is named after a waterfall and is clearly marked with a sign.
Come plug in and enjoy this little slice of heaven nestled in the woods with full hook up. We offer both pull through and back up sites
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$52
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Broken Oak Riverside Getaway
13. Broken Oak Riverside Getaway
97%
(124)
18km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Located in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Broken Oak Organics is a former produce and flower farm. Full access to the campsite by vehicle. The North saluda River is just a few short steps away from the front door of your tent. Enjoy a fire pit and white sandy beaches on the edge of the river, then retreat to a 20 foot level tent site, with a picnic table. A brand new full (shared with other campers) bathroom with a shower, is a short walk away. Catch Brown and Rainbow trout, play Cornhole, or hit golf balls when you're not swimming in the river!
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$24
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Hood Valley Lane
14. Hood Valley Lane
100%
(28)
18km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
We have one campsite on our 1.5 acre property. Located 2 miles from downtown Tryon, where you'll find restaurants and shops. The property is on the Pacolet River. Guests are welcome to fish and use the fire pit area on the river. There is also a small Airbnb on the property. The river, fire pit area are to be shared with all guests. The campsite is located next to our bathhouse that offers a shower, toilet, sinks, and washer dryer unit.
Property line runs along the large pine trees near the river, we ask that you stay on our property only. The surrounding area is still cleaning up from Hurricane Helene.
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$50
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DuPont Bike Retreat
15. DuPont Bike Retreat
99%
(516)
19km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
DuPont Bike Retreat is located 1/4 mile from the Fawn Lake Access area into DuPont State Forest. The DBR is 37 acres and has a pond with a dock and numerous camping sites available. The property used to hold Glass Feather Studio, which was a glass art studio and is now Glass Feather Lodge. The mountain view from the indoor porch is amazing and there are several places to relax and enjoy this view. There is an outdoor shower and bike wash station behind the lodge and two indoor bathrooms (one with shower) off the porch. The lower Pond Area of the property has a port-a-john near the pond. Starter bundles of firewood are included, and additional can usually be purchased on-site. Come enjoy the forest straight from your campsite!
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$50
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Holly View Farm
16. Holly View Farm
95%
(32)
19km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A 9 campsite campground with water and 30 Amp electric hookup. A small Bathhouse with a complete womens bathroom and men's bathroom. Each has a sink, toilet and shower stall. 20 secure stalls for travelers with horses. A round pen for work or exercise for horses. On-site one Mile Equestrian trail
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$30
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Trails & Tails Waterfalls Retreat
17. Trails & Tails Waterfalls Retreat
100%
(81)
19km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Beautifully landscaped grounds of this once tobacco farm then 30 year nursery, offer a peaceful setting to follow your days on the trails. Enjoy the indoor/outdoor plant filled greenhouse set up with lights and tables, dip your toes in the creek and watch your dog(s) get their zoomies out in the large dog run or just sit back and relax. Perfectly situated just 3 miles to the entrance of Pisgah Forest, 25 minutes to DuPont, five minutes to downtown Brevard, fifteen from Ashville airport and 30 minutes to downtown Asheville .
*****No arrivals after 10:00pm. We're available to answer questions and provide assistance between the hours of 7:00am-10:00pm
Circle the driveway until you see a bridge to a field. Chose anywhere not close to other campers. Area withing about 20' of bridge can get muddy.
** Overall length of more than 50' will not be able to make the turns on the property. ie. if your tow behind is 30' and truck is 22' you will will not be able to make the turns
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$23
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Riverside Camping on the Farm
18. Riverside Camping on the Farm
98%
(503)
20km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes
*Do not use map photo to enter property - you will receive a message with the correct address to use. Please do not enter neighbor's driveway*
Sleep under the stars while listening to the river run while staying on a working farm! During the summer months watch our vegetables grow and the pickers pick! The winter months you'll enjoy a sea of green as our cover crop takes over the field.
You can cool off in the river or check out the surrounding Pisgah National Forest. Dogs on leashes are welcome and owner is responsible for cleaning up after pet.
The farm provides a portable toilet but no other amenities. Campfires may be restricted, so check local regulations. This is a working farm, so please be respectful of the crops and workers and keep dogs on leashes. Fishing is NOT allowed on the river unless you have booked a trip with one of our guides. Please note, if it’s rainy the roads will be muddy and 4-wheel-drive vehicles are the best option.
Head 4 miles east to the town of Mills River for restaurants, stores, and services. You can find hiking, biking, and horseback-riding trails within a short bike or car ride in Pisgah National Forest. Chimney Rock State Park is 25 miles east and offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountain scenery. Or perhaps go for a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Our guests love staying here: "This was our first time using Hipcamp and we couldn’t have been happier! Candace was great at communicating and quick to respond to our questions. Site 1 was perfect. We had so much room for just the two of us and the water access was great for our dogs to swim. Plus it was so quiet, we’ll probably never go back at state park camping! Thanks for everything and look forward to visiting again!"
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$43
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Pisgah Forest Mountain Meadows
19. Pisgah Forest Mountain Meadows
99%
(788)
20km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
This 5-acre parcel was part of a larger 17-acre tract/cow pasture that was for sale in the spring of 2017. We had moved to this beautiful quiet country road the year before after spending 15 years in the hustle and bustle of West Asheville. When our neighbor put the land up for sale, we jumped at the chance to protect our view (we live across the street) and own another piece of the heaven we have come to call home. This land has a creek running through it, and is in a quiet, rural, residential area that is a mix of newcomers and families who have lived here for generations. The property has a secluded feel to it while being very conveniently located to the wonderful hiking, mountain biking, and trout fishing this area is famous for. We’re also very close to cycle shops, outfitters, groceries, restaurants, etc. We love it here and are excited to develop our plan for this space. We hope you will love it here too.
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$27
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The Confluence
20. The Confluence
98%
(200)
20km from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · 5 units · Tents
The Confluence campsite is situated on 21 acres between the north and south forks of Mills River. This serene campsite borders native trout water and an an additional 45 private acres that have been passed down in the Brittain family since the 1790s. The upper meadow provides canoe, kayak and fishing access to South Mills River as well as shaded private mountain trails.
This very private campground is a five minute drive from Pisgah National Forest and 10 minutes from the Asheville Airport and the Sierra Nevada Brewing company.
Four-wheel-drive is recommended for rainy weather.
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$31
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Annie
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With pets
Private easy camping. The little farm animals were very sweet too.
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John
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great private site in a rural setting. We loved listening to the river while we sat around the fire. Stephen was very accommodating and helpful, especially considering our short notice.
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John
2 weeks ago
2 nights at Cold Spring Basecamp
Beautiful property and surrounding mountains. The open air cabin had everything I needed and then some! Plenty of awesome climbing and beautiful waterfalls close by. I will definitely stay here the next time I'm in the area thanks Hartwell!
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Quentin
December 2025
Weekend Trip to Singletrack Shack
Christy's cabin was a fantastic, cozy little get away. The hosts were very hospitable and made sure we had every thing we needed to be warm and cozy for the evening. Beautiful trails nearby and some friendly pups, too!
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Jeep
December 2025
Tent
Great spot, right on the river! Have camped here numerous times now. Very convenient location, but feels nice and remote! Highly recommend!
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Hattie
December 2025
Tent
I found it lovely in my passing through for 2 nights! The river was nice, I felt safe and secluded, and there was everything I needed! The shower was a huge plus! The store is convenient if needed, too. I heard cars passing from Campsite 1, but it wasn’t an annoyance. I’m sure it’s quieter with foliage too, as I was there in December. There was eucalyptus growing on the farm and it was nice to walk by and smell too. Thank you for opening your space!
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aaron
December 2025
Tent
A nice, quiet, tucked away campsite near DuPont State Park. I will definitely book again!
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Kent
December 2025
7 m campervan
With pets
Great location for checking out Brevard and area. Nice little creek and fairly spacious sites.
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Dana
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Singletrack Shack
We loved this cozy spot! As soon as we got to the cabin, their sweet dog greeted us with love! :) Great hospitality from Christy (attentive to any needs) and her husband got us set up immediately with the fire pit, plus they had a little bit of heat going inside the cabin. They made sure we were comfy, as we stayed on a very cold couple of nights (we brought a little heater and nice warm sleeping bags+blankets.) Cabin came with some heaters, but make sure to do some extra preparing for cold nights. (We brought a blow up mattress and some heavy duty warm sleeping bags and put a couple extra blankets in the sleeping bags to do the trick.)
Fire pit was great (came w chairs), firewood provided, and all of our basic needs at a great price. Outhouse available on the property. This is good for an escape and a good camping experience. Would love to come back.
***Bonus: We saw some shooting stars - view is amazing at night. And some turkeys came through the trails on our last day! Oh, and their dog came and told us bye when we were leaving and we started to tear up a little! 💛
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Lia
November 2025
Tent
Cute little tucked away spot on the river. Perfect for a quick night away to detox from the rat race. Host was responsive and friendly. We even had firewood left on site to use.
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Wolf
November 2025
2 nights at Cold Spring Basecamp
I was looking for a place to disconnect and do a little writing and couple of days at Bill's Cabin did the trick. If you don't mind limited electricity and cell service as well as fetching your water from a spring, this rustic cabin is the perfect place to escape and enjoy some downtime. Hartwell was extremely accommodating and with a good sleeping bag, it was plenty warm in late November. Highly recommend!
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Jared
November 2025
Tent
With pets
It was perfect!! The only issue i had was how close it is to the freeway. Too much traffic noise. Other than that, wonderful property and wonderful host! Craig was awesome!
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Matt
November 2025
5 m car
Location is great. Hosts are friendly. Sites are spaced out and feels private. My first experience with hipcamp and this will be hard to beat.
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Joey
November 2025
6 m campervan
Sweet spot I the heart of the outdoors. Great hospitality and I’ll be back. Thanks!
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Kyle
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot, great view, well maintained. Will be back. Definitely need the 4WD to get up to the top.
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Aaron & Sarah
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Singletrack Shack
🌄✨ Wow, what an amazing getaway! HIGHLY recommend coming during the daytime, because the scenery is absolutely breathtaking—you don’t want to miss those views! 😍🌲
The cabin has the perfect blend of comfort and rustic vibes—just what you want for a camping (or glamping!) adventure. 🏕️🪵 Cozy and charming!
The hosts were wonderful—greeted me with smiles and immediately lit up the fire 🔥, making me feel right at home. And let’s talk about their two dogs! 🐶💕 The big one (I wish I remembered her name!) was SO sweet and snuggly, even hopped up on the rocking chair for some cuddles.
Everything here is a breeze—super easy to find and use, including the outdoor toilet 🚽 (which is a plus when camping!). Make sure you wake up early to catch the sunrise 🌅 over the mountains… it’s seriously stunning.
All in all, I had a fantastic stay! I’m already planning my next visit and will definitely be spreading the word about this gem. 10/10, would glamp again! ⭐️🏞️🥰
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Suzanne
November 2025
Tent
My husband and I stayed 3 nights in campsite 1. We loved sitting by the fire overlooking the creek. The camp store was stocked with firewood and had a coffee pot for our use, which was very nice. Even though a highway was close, the traffic noise was never a concern. It was quiet at night. Craig was a nice host, and very helpful. We would love to camp there again.
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Tiffany
November 2025
2 nights at Cold Spring Basecamp
This was my second time staying here, and it was, once again, a great experience! The cabin provides just the right amount of amenities and feels very private. It's the perfect setting to relax and connect with nature!
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Tammy
November 2025
Tent
With pets
I really enjoyed my stay here at the tent site. As a solo traveler I felt my site was private but knowing that there were others right up the hill was very comforting. The host was wonderful. She took me right down to my site. Loads of firewood and a shelter if it rains. And the hot showrrs was such a plus. Such a great spot to explore the area. I will definetly be back. Loved it!
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Jake
November 2025
6 m pop-up camper
With kids
Great spot for camping. Especially if you want to be close to the entrance of Pisgah. Site 4 is pretty secluded, which was great for bringing the pups, and Hayden was friendly and very attentive to anything that came up. The two outhouses are clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend staying here.
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Overview
About
Connemara, the home of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and writer Carl Sandburg, is located on 264 gorgeous acres in western North Carolina. Sandburg and his family moved to this home in Flat Rock in 1945 for the solitude his writing required. It also offered more than 30 acres of pastureland for his wife's champion dairy goats. Mrs. Sandburg owned and operated a premier goat dairy from 1935 to 1965.
Today the park service raises goats at Connemara that represent the same three breeds Mrs. Sandburg raised. They are definitely the stars of the show here. Time your visit right in the summer and you might enjoy a Ranger's cheese-making demo. Go in April or May, and you'll get to hang out with newborn baby goats in the barns. Squee, baby goats!
The Sandburg family home underwent a huge preservation project that began in 2015. The library of 10,000 books and more than 30,000 items of furnishings were returned to the house in September 2018. All the finishing touches are scheduled to be complete by the end of 2018. Be sure to take the 30-minute guided tour of the spruced-up historic Carl Sandburg Home. It's a great chance to get an insightful glimpse into the lives of this remarkable literary family.
Save at least an hour to hike the gorgeous acreage. Grab a map and set out on one of the well-maintained trails around the lake or up the mountain. The property is serene and peaceful with amazing views. Goat hugs are guaranteed. It's easy to understand why Sandburg spent the last 22 years of his life here and enjoyed a prolific publishing career during that time.
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· January 2026
Beautiful place to visit! The layout of the property was very nice. They had port-a-potties throughout the path and plenty of benches (it rained when we went so it was a little muddy and wet). The goat barn was interesting, the kids enjoyed petting them.
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Jolene C.
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· November 2025
Great hikes with wonderful trails and and goats to pet. We love it here!
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Tammy J.
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· October 2025
Definitely a must stop to step into Carl's home and experience this talented man.
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Greg W.
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· May 2025
Great experience!
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Samantha P.
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· May 2025
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Douglas R.
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· May 2025
Cool to see!
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Linda N.
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