Pisgah Forest, North Carolina · Transylvania County · Campground
Overview White Pine South Group Camp is one of two group campsites nestled along Avery Creek in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains. The facility provides tent camping year-round and can accommodate families, scout troops and other groups of up to 25 people. Visitors have access to a number of recreation oppo…
Overview White Pine South Group Camp is one of two group campsites nestled along Avery Creek in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains. The facility provides tent camping year-round and can accommodate families, scout troops and other groups of up to 25 people. Visitors have access to a number of recreation opportunities, including hiking, swimming, mountain biking, fishing and picnicking, in one of the most scenic areas in the state.Recreation The forest is known for its hiking and mountain biking trails, several of which are close to the campground. Avery Creek and the Davidson River offer great trout fishing. Facilities The site is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets, lantern posts, campfire rings with grills and drinking water (***DRINKING WATER CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE*** Sorry for the inconvenience). Natural Features The campground lies in Pisgah National Forest at an elevation of 2,600 feet. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods. The group camping area is adjacent to Avery Creek and near the beautiful Davidson River. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-4910. Nearby Attractions The city of Asheville is about an hour away and offers numerous cultural attractions, art galleries, shops and restaurants. The small town of Brevard is also nearby and has various amenities and services.
Photos
Large metal cooking grill at campsite — Naventure ManagementFootbridge access to campsite. — Naventure ManagementPit toilet and tent pads on site. — Naventure ManagementThree picnic tables with bear box and cooking grill for group dining. — Naventure ManagementTent pads close in proximity to the picnic tables and bear box area. — Naventure ManagementPathway leading past kiosk to the bridge leading to the campsite. — Naventure ManagementParking lot for reservation holders — Naventure ManagementWater spigot and another tent pad. — Naventure ManagementBRIDGE VIEW AT WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP — Navenutre WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP BRIDGE — NaventureFIELD AT WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP — NaventureWHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP PICNIC AREA — Naventure
How to Get There
From the Asheville airport, take Highway 280 south to Brevard. Turn right on U.S. Highway 276. Go 1.75 miles to Forest Road 477 and turn right. Go 0.75-mile to the parking area on the right side of the road. Walk across the bridge to the campground entrance road.
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Plan Your Visit to WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP
Heading to WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP?
No central reservation system listed for WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233109) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP?
From the Asheville airport, take Highway 280 south to Brevard. Turn right on U.S. Highway 276. Go 1.75 miles to Forest Road 477 and turn right. Go 0.75-mile to the parking area on the right side of the road. Walk across the bridge to the campground entrance road.
