North Carolina · published-coordinate region
Rocky Bluff Campground
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USDA Forest Service17Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
17Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Rocky Bluff Campground offers solitude in a wooded setting located just 3 miles south of the quaint town of Hot Springs and the majestic French Broad River. The campground is conviently located off of NC Scenic Byway 209 in the Spring Creek Gorge Area.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities abound in and around the Hot Springs area. Located on the Appalachian District of the Pisgah National Forest, Rocky Bluff Campground itself is host to three different trail heads. If you are looking for longer-distance hiking opportunities, the famous Appalachian Trail runs right through the town of Hot Springs. Other popular recreation in the area include white water rafting, kayaking, tubing and fishing on the French Broad River.
Facilities
The campground offers 18 rustic campsites that are designed for passenger car and tent camping. Accessories include picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. There are potable water sites located throughout the campground. As of 2023, Restroom building is closed and porta-johns are available.
Natural Features
Rocky Bluff Campground located near Spring Creek, a North Carolina Mountain Heritage Trout Water . Winding it's way through deciduous oak forests, stocked with Brook, Brown and Rainbow trout, this creek is touted as a trout angler's paradise, making Rocky Bluff a perfect destination for your fishing camp.
Nearby Attractions
Hot Springs has been a well-known relaxation destination for centuries. The natural hot springs are a main draw for the town, along with the abundance of recreation. Visitors can also find several restaurants, art galleries, shopping, live music and festivals here.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 17 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
17
Vehicle limit
17
Vehicle length
17
Driveway entry
17
Shade
12
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
17
Operator directions
From Asheville (40 miles): Take U.S. 19/23 N to U.S. 25/70 NW toward Marshall and Hot Springs for about 30 miles. At junction of U.S. 25/70 and NC 208, take a left and continue on U.S. 25/70 to Hot Springs. From Hot Springs take NC 209 for 3 miles. Rocky Bluff Campground is on the left.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
17 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 17 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 10 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 12 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 16 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 15 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 17 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 15 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 19 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 3 vehicles | Back-in 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 2 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 3 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 4 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 22 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 5 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 55 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 6 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 8 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 18 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 9 A Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | Back-in 18 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
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