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Rock bottom campground

Hosted by David · Marion, North Carolina

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Rock bottom campground that I am rebuilding after hurricane Helene has 6-8 Campsites right on beautiful Buck creek, a federally protected creek for its water cleanliness and clarity. It is known for its precious gems and minerals. Perfect place for panning . Each campsite comes with its own waterfall fed swimming hole. There is power, water and septic on the property, but not yet to the campsites. There is a small outdoor hot shower and toilet, at the moment, but we are working on a full bathhouse and shower. Also we will soon be running the power and water to each campsite. Great WiFi throughout the campground. If you have a self contained camper or rv , we can fill your tanks with fresh water, and also have a pump out station , so you can still use your bathroom and toilet. The campground is only 3.5 miles from the blue ridge parkway. Within an hour of Asheville, black mountain, swananoa, old fort, Marion, morganton, lenoir, Burnsville, spruce pine, little Switzerland, linville, linville gorge, linville falls, black mountain Crabtree falls, roaring fork falls, cawtaba falls, Tom’s creek falls, and many more. To many hikes to list. Only 9 miles to the nearest city , Marion. Super quiet, beautiful open night sky for stargazing. We are a work in progress, so please excuse some of our construction views. It is a small campground with all 6-8 sites directly creekside with picnic tables and fire rings. So if you are looking for peaceful, beautiful place to camp by crystal clear , cool water to frolic in, this is your place. Your dogs and kids will love it. Take advantage of the rock bottom opening prices. There is firewood for sale on the property. Please give rock bottom campground a try.Creekside with swimming hole

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 40 ft

Creekside with swimming hole

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Pets allowed

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67% Recommend3 ratings · 3 reviews

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· November 2025

22 ft Class B ·

Waterfall

We were passing through Black Mountain and looking for a place to stay in the area. A search online resulted in a site on Hipcamp that was about 40 minutes northeast. It was a bit out further than we wanted, but it sounded intriguing; Rock Bottom Campground. The owner has been working to recover since Hurricane Helene, so the sites aren't perfect, yet, but they sit alongside a crystal clear creek. The drive up was beautiful with changing leaves, streams along the road, and a large lake. We were excited. Our host, David, was a generous dude who was welcoming, and on the way called to ensure our directions were correct since they're still working on road recovery. Once we arrived, even in the pouring rain, he made sure we had what we needed. His sites are situated along Buck Creek only a few miles south of the gem mines, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. And, if the weather had been agreeable, he told us the sky is wide open and great for stargazing. In the morning, we chatted with David who shared his personal story of grief, struggle, and the will to rebuild. It was mind blowing to learn what the land looked like prior to that fateful day. We're forever changed, and when we travel through the area in the future, we'll be back. Go support him, chat a bit, and gaze at the flowing waters, you won't regret it. Great for an overnight, or two, and with his progress, maybe more ;)

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Mindy S.

3 reviews

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· October 2025

The place to camp

Tent ·

Waterfall

I loved camping at David’s place. It was clean, well kept, had a warm shower, and each spot comes with its own clean swimming hole! Highly recommend this place for anyone camping the blue ridge parkway. You really can’t beat the price either. Highly highly recommend. Such a nice guy too. Thank you!

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Emily A.

1 year on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· October 2025

No open roads

Tent ·

Waterfall

There is no accessible road to the campground and no refunds. Check the road on Buck Creek before you book

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Edward B.

2 years on Hipcamp

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Marion, Mc Dowell, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by David L.

Joined in July 2023

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