Black Mountain Campground

This is a top notch campsite. I’ve been coming here for about 6 years now, but this weekend had to be the best experience yet! The weather was perfect and the leaves were at peak color.
The host staff are all very friendly and the amenities are kept very clean. And it’s very family friendly. There are noise restrictions from 10pm-​8am.
There is a trail head that leads all the way up to the top of Mt. Mitchell, which is the highest peak east of the Mississippi River (6680 feet). Be advised though: This is 5.6 mile hike with 3000+ feet of elevation gain, and classified as a «Most Difficult» hiking trail by the U.S. Forestry Service. Times vary on ascending to the top, but if you are in reasonably decent physical condition, and you get after it you can do it in 2 — 2 ½ hours or you can take your time and enjoy nature and take all day if you like. You can even backpack and spend the night along the way as there are several campsites already established on the trail. Just be sure you pack appropriately, because the weather at the top is always colder than the bottom, and check the forecast at Mt. Mitchell before you depart, becasue it can literally be snowing at the top while a being a cool 40 – 50 degrees at the base. In my opinion this is the best day hike in North Carolina.
BMCG is way off the beaten path. Come prepped with all your food and fixings because the closest store is over 45 minutes away. And there is relatively no cell service or data coverage — as it should be:)

Excellent camp area, well placed camp areas by the river, very clean restrooms and showers. There’s plenty of activities, trails and it’s right off the Blue Ridge Parkway. South Toe River Rd leads you directly to the parkway past the camp sites and it’s minutes from Mt. Mitchell. My family has stayed there many times and have seen a lot of wildlife from deer to bobcats and even a couple of black bears. We would recommend this camp ground to every one.

Great campground very close to the trailhead for Mt. Mitchell trail. The people in the office were very nice and helpful when we set up. The sites were large enough with easy access to water and a fire pit at each site. They sell ice and firewood at the office until 10pm. They also have showers but I didn’t use them so cannot say how clean they were. Campground is at the back of a river which makes great sounds to fall asleep to!

What an amazing campground! First off, the drive out there on 80 from 77 is amazing. So beautiful! And the campground itself is perfect. Nestled deep in the woods of Pisgah. Surrounded by hiking trails. Hosted by the most friendly and helpful people! Bathrooms and showers. Firewood, ice and ice cream to buy on site. I highly recommend checking this place out if you get the chance :)