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Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
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97% Recommend53 ratings · 39 reviews
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· November 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
We had a great stay here - very private spot with a nice view
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Remington R.
4 reviews
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· November 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Super super secluded. The wooden platform was very nice. Picnic table was cute and great for cooking! The description said the walk was an easy 7 min walk, but be prepared to be OUT OF BREATH lol. Very hill-y but also very scenic. Overall really great place!!
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Georgie A.
8 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Beautiful location, the camping platform easily large enough for tent and the hike to the top is both short enough that you can lug gear in your hands and long enough to be away from everything except occasional vehicle noise. Lots of woods to explore and minimal undergrowth to get in the way. Will probably go back in the spring.
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Greg P.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Beautiful views. Very private and peaceful. I highly recommend this spot. Bring a wagon and another person to help you maneuver it. There's a few caves. Follow the orange blazes to hike down to the river
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Matty C.
2 reviews
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· October 2025
Private spot in the woods
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
This site really is great. It was perfect for a couple. The hike up is ok with a cart. Good cardio. It gets dark, so the star gazing is good. There’s just enough of a clearing in the canopy at the fire pit to see stars. 10/10 would recommend.
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Jennifer B.
2 reviews
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· August 2025
Very private and secluded. 7 minute hike to campsite is a little over half a mile round trip so definitely be prepared to haul some stuff. It was a great campsite would definitely stay again!!
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Gabe R.
3 reviews
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· July 2025
Location, location, location!
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
We had a fantastic experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a private, well-designed camping spot! The trail is incredibly well-marked with blue ticker tape the entire way, which made it super easy to find even though we arrived at night.
Like others said, it’s a 7 minute uphill walk from the parking spot, which can be a bit cumbersome if you have a lot of gear. That said, it’s totally doable – we were fine. You’ll just want an extra set of hands for some spots, if you’re carrying heavy things like a wheeled cooler etc.
The campsite itself is beautifully laid out and in a stunning location. Though it sits on a gentle slope, the tent platform is perfectly level, and the picnic table, lantern hook, fire pit and hammock spot are thoughtfully placed. Walking around the site is easy, though those with mobility issues might find the incline a bit more challenging. Still, for us, it wasn’t a problem.
The view is gorgeous rolling hills & stars in the distance. The whole site is dappled sunlight through trees/shade, which is a huge plus during hotter weather/rain. There’s a sun patch for a solar panel near the platform, and you can charge while keeping your generator in the shade too. If you want more stars, there’s an open trail where you can see more of the sky. Around the trail there’s also mature rhododendrons which are awesome in full bloom. It’s clear a lot of care has gone into designing this space. We had an amazing time and would definitely return.
Julia R.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Loved it so much! Beautiful area, clear communication
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Catherine G.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Beautiful and quaint. Directions were clear and clear easy and to get to.
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Jordan D.
3 reviews
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· May 2025
Such a great experience! The platform was great and allowed us to strap the tent down, which was useful since it was windy/rainy when we went. The location was convenient, easy to find, and view was absolutely beautiful. Would recommend!
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Patricia M.
8 months on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Was a fantastic first hipcamp experience! Small family with a toddler and a dog. The hike is short but somewhat steep, and actually was difficult with a wagon. But it may be due to the recent hurricane damage. A great view immediately welcomes you in the morning when you exit the tent. Beautiful. And a kind and responsive owner.
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Marcus G.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· December 2024
I loved camping here! First hipcamp experience and the view was phenomenal. The view was perfect and we hiked down to the river also. Nearby to Linville Falls and Grandfather Mtn. Short hike from the road to the site, wish we could have stayed another night the weather was so nice!
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Bristal D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Williams land is fantastic for a weekend of tent camping. A short hike from the car to the campsite encourages you to leave the queen air mattress and wifi router at home, but the raised platform makes for a premier site with a fantastic view. I would absolutely return to Gusher Knob.
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Mike B.
3 reviews
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· November 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Lovely campsite. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
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Stephanie K.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· November 2024
Camping in the woods!
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
I loved camping at William's land! The trail to the tent site is very well marked (just follow the trail signs and blue ribbons) about a 7 minute hike, not too steep but definitely pack light. The sunsets there were incredible and it was the perfect blend of privacy while being close to everything.
Catalina M.
7 reviews
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· October 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
This platform tent site is so beautiful and peaceful! We camped just before hurricane Helene came through so it was very rainy for our trip. So glad I picked a platform! We had a great time nonetheless. The trail up is lovely and not too challenging. I just backpacked in everything for myself and my dog without trouble. William was wonderful to communicate with during our time. We hope this magical land was protected from the storm so we can return in the future!
Stephanie B.
9 reviews
Absolutely loved the camping spot! It was close enough to towns yet felt very secluded and private like you hiked in for a few miles. Campsite and trail is very well marked. Plan accordingly for items you plan to bring. The trail is short, however it has 1 steep hill. Bring a wagon if you have one, it helps. If you backpack everything in you'll be just fine. We were able to see both the sunrise and sunset, stars were beautiful and bright at night. The view of the mountain was the star of the show. The wooden platform for the tent really was nice. Campsite is very clean and maintained. I highly recommend this spot!!
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Alyssa G.
2 reviews
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· September 2024
Beautiful, private spot. Would definitely stay here again!
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Aleah F.
2 reviews
was a great experience. some of the track to the site is steep so make sure you have everything in a pack or like we did in a pull behind wagon with bigger wheels to make it easier. the site was awsome with a great view. would highly recommend bringing multiple lanterns or something like a couple tiki torches because it gets very dark up there lol. overall, easy getting there and the trail getting up is easy. some parts of the trail could be trimmed down at the entrance but no complaints. highly recommend. we booked on a whim and we are super happy we did.
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Justin R.
2 reviews
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· July 2024
Awesome place, great location. Not too far from things to do but far enough to feel secluded.
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Ben B.
3 reviews
The pictures posted simply do not do the beauty of this sight justice. The view was great from the campsite and the hike in was a fun way to get things started. We were worried about finding it but the parking was easily identified and the trail was well marked. We would def recommend this sight to anyone!
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Cory C.
3 reviews
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· June 2024
Great spot. We just left our cooler and anything we would have put in a bear box in the car and would just go get it in the morning. The site was a short drive from lots of good day hikes. Also had a good breakfast on the way out of town at the Fox and the Fig.
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Wylie R.
6 years on Hipcamp
Such a pretty place! It was great place for us and our dog! Will be coming back
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Maria C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Beautiful and private! We'll bring a wagon next time :)
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David H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
We had an amazing time at William’s campsite. The site was clean and thoughtful with a table and platform. The view was great and it was very quiet and peaceful. We would highly recommend booking!
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John B.
2 reviews
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· May 2024
This is the first time my boyfriend and I have ever camped on our own and we loved it! The view was so nice and we loved having the privacy you don’t get in a traditional campground. I would recommend packing as light as possible because it was a good seven minute walk in and there’s a few inclines/declines that the wheels of our cooler struggled with. The fire pit was great and the trees were perfect for a hammock!
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Katelyn T.
1 year on Hipcamp
Great spot! Short walk from the car and perfect set up. Picnic table, fire pit, tent platform, pretty view!
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Shannon G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Hummingbird Overlook at Gusher Knob
Great private campsite! beautiful view from the campsite with small surrounding trails. Would recommend and definitely come back!
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Lucy S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Would definitely camp here again and again. View was incredible. Table, platform and fire put were great. Enough trees to tie up tarps if raining and hammock. Can’t stress this place enough. I would say that it is definitely at least a 7 minute hike in. Somewhat difficult to do car camping but we made it work and it was still worth it. Such a great place
Wes A.
2 reviews
We really enjoyed this camp site! The views were amazing and it was so relaxing and secluded. Firepit and picnic table was a nice addition. The hike up wasn’t too bad just wouldn’t recommend bringing a lot bc it was a struggle walking up and down the hills with all our equipment and firewood if so bring a wagon or something to roll it to the site with. If you want a mountain getaway with a perfect view of the mountains and stars at night this camp site is for you! We will be back 😊
Jesse M.
4 reviews
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Crossnore, Avery, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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