Cove Creek Upper Group Camp
Campground · North Carolina · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Pisgah National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 60
- People per site
- 2,966 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Cove Creek Upper Group Camp is one of two group campsites nestled along Cove Creek in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains. The facility can accommodate large groups of up to 60 people and offers year-round opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing and picnicking in one of the most scenic areas in the state.Recreation
Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded camping area, or seek out activities close by. The area is a hub for numerous hiking, backpacking and mountain biking trails, some of which can be accessed from the campground. Hikers can follow a trail along the creek that leads to a scenic waterfall. Great trout fishing is also available in the creek and river.For visitors wishing to learn more about the area, interpretive programs may be available upon request.
Facilities
The Upper Group Camp site can accommodate up to 60 people at a time. The facility is shaded with plenty of room for tents and RVs. It is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets, grills, campfire rings and drinking water.Natural Features
The campground lies in Pisgah National Forest. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods. The group camping area is adjacent to both Cove Creek and the beautiful Davidson River. Visitors should note that two creek crossings are required on the road leading to the upper group camp. Heavy rains may temporarily make crossing impossible; a four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicle is highly recommended and all crossings are attempted at users own risk.Nearby Attractions
The city of Asheville, North Carolina, is about an hour away and offers numerous cultural attractions, art galleries, shops and restaurants.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (828) 885-7557.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 60 people per site
- Loops: COVU
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.
1 campsite at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | COVU | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 35 ft | 60 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From the Asheville airport, take Highway 280 west to the U.S. Highway 64/280/276 intersection at Pisgah National Forest. Turn north onto U.S. Highway 276. Go 4.5 miles to Forest Road 475A and turn left. Travel on 475A for 3 miles to the campground on the right.
35.29972, -82.81639 · 35°17'59.0"N 82°48'59.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 6.4 | 5.7 | 5.6 | 5.6 | 5.2 | 6.2 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 6.8 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 7.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Cove Creek Upper Group Camp
- Can you reserve a site at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp?
- Yes, Cove Creek Upper Group Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Cove Creek Upper Group Camp have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp.
- Are campfires allowed at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp?
- Campfires are allowed at Cove Creek Upper Group Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Cove Creek Upper Group Camp
- Cove Creek Lower Group Camp less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pink Beds Picnic Shelter 4.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- White Pine South Group Camp 4.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Davidson River 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Kuykendall Group Camp 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter 6.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wolf Ford Horse Camp 7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mount Pisgah Campground 7.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cove Creek Group Campground 0.8 mi · Campground
- Cradle of Forestry In America Heritage Site 4.1 mi · Facility
- Black Mountain / South Toe River Area 5.5 mi · Facility
- Wolf Ford Horse Camp 6.9 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone (828) 552-8040
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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