Emerald Oasis at Mandala Springs
Hosted by Mandala · Barnardsville, North Carolina
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Terrace Camp Site #5
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94% Recommend25 ratings · 16 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent ·
Terrace Camp Site #5
All the cold mountain spring water you can carry and a very refreshing swimming hole. Can't beat it 🙃
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Grace H.
2 reviews
This place is beautiful and sweet. The land is held really lovingly and all the folk I met were kind and helpful and smiling. Go if you can. Can’t be beat ♥️✊🏽🌿
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Melissa H.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Was a great campsite, be prepared to do a little bit of hiking. Pit toilets could really use a remodel or a freshen up but not a huge concern considering your camping.
Nathan S.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Terrace Camp Site #5
The Mandala Spring was an amazing find! My partner and I arrived in the rain and Rob was more than accommodating, allowing us to upgrade our campsite to a spot closer to the water. Everyone was helpful and the vibe was comforting. I’ll never forget sitting in the sauna then taking a cold plunge to start the day. This gives us an excuse to come back to North Carolina. My only complaint is that we couldn’t stay longer.
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Aubrey C.
2 reviews
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· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Terrace Camp Site #3
I appreciated the video intro on checking in - its a must watch! We had our 7 monrh old with us and were able to unload all we needed and a fellow camper helped us lug it across the footbridge and up to camp #3.
Fireflies at night! Loved the composting toilet and our baby loved the sound of the creek right next to us.
Rio S.
3 reviews
We absolutely loved it. I will be back again, I had such a magical experience. The fireflies and stars glittering in the trees and the sound of the water...I can't wait to share this place with my friends in the future.
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Marie S.
2 reviews
My partner and I loved our short but memorable camping trip at Mandala Springs! We got to set up our tent in a lovely spot near the stream - perfect for a quick cold plunge after a hike. The trails are nice for adventuring (cool boulder) and the camp was very peaceful. We were well received and even got a helping hand when we had some car troubles on our last day. Overall, it was the perfect place to spend our time in these beautiful mountains. Thanks so much!
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Maria Z.
8 months on Hipcamp
I was heartbroken, dirty, hadn’t eaten in three days, and had been living in my car with my dogs for two weeks while doing relief work before the Appalachia brought me to Mineral Creek. She knew I needed someone to see my heart, take me in, feed me, and give me a safe place to rest so that I could even make the four hour trip back home. She knew it would take the leadership of Rob, Eleanore for me to even allow that to happen and that Tonya’s kind spirit and friendship would be what my heart needed to open up and talk so I could begin to heal! They will forever hold a special place in my heart! 🙏
Emily B.
4 reviews
This place is amazing! Beautiful stream with trout and swimming and wonderful people!
Rob L.
8 years on Hipcamp
I loved yurt camping at Manadala’s land! Perfect view of the river from my tent, soothing sound of the stream and waterfall all day and night, magical pond to splash in, cool hiking, awesome community house, great outdoor shower (with HOT water, thank YOU!), and amazing community of lovely individuals. Salamander sanctuary will definitely see me again. I can’t wait to camp at Mandala springs ❤️
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Kassandra T.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· September 2024
This place is truly magical. I came here on a solo trip to disconnect and it was absolutely perfect. The entire area is so peaceful and beautiful. You can hike on trails right on the land as well as gorgeous places in the local area.
The only feedback I really have is the bathroom outside could use a little love but other than that is was a wonderful experience!
Michelle P.
6 years on Hipcamp
Okay first off, this place is stunning. It has an immediate energy to it as soon as you step foot on the property. The tent camping spots have a good amount of space and you do get to enjoy the euphony of nature along with the babbling water. Every human I met and interacted with was lovely, warm, and so welcoming. The stream was crystal clear and the moss covered rocks along the way made it otherworldly. This land and its people exude community. My partner and I wished we could have stayed longer than a night. We most definitely will be back soon for a much longer stay!
Morgan G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
The bell tent seemed brand new, as did the bed and linens which was nice. We appreciated the firm mattresses.
Things to know:
this is not a creek side tent
The neighboring tent is EXTREMELY close and everything in either tent can be heard. Hearing our neighbors activities throughout the nigh really diminished our trip. We also felt as though we had to be extra quiet to have any privacy.
The compost toilet is not a compost toilet and just a bucket in a tent. We were told to haul our own bags if it got too full. Additionally the seat on the bucket did not fit well and wouldn’t stay on the bucket correctly. It is also very very close to one of the bells tents.
Make sure to ask about sauna times and prices as we found they vary greatly
You just have four wheel drive or you will have to park down the mountain a bit.
Jennifer G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
We had a spectacular time. This land is uniquely positioned between national forests and a mineral spring fed stream. For tent campers, they had plenty of private spaces for visitors to enjoy. They graciously accommodated our teardrop trailer set up. The compost toilets and outdoor showers were well tended. There are hiking trails that come straight to the land. The residents on the property were welcoming but also allowed for privacy. We definitely look forward to returning.
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Eliza E.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
15 ft campervan ·
Boondock Near a Streamside Oasis
This spot was truly magical. I had some car issues and was so grateful for the host’s kindness. I can’t wait to return and really get to experience all of the beauty and hospitality of this amazing little piece of heaven.
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Nikki K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Mountain Camp by a Forest Stream
This was one of the coolest experiences I’ve ever had!! Everyone on the grounds were extremely kind and welcoming! They were very accommodating and I will definitely be returning!
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Silas M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Location
Barnardsville, Buncombe, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Mandala S.
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