RV site details
- Electric
From Recreation.gov RIDB. It doesn't list dump or sewer service. Call (828) 552-8040 to ask before you book. Elevation is from the U.S. Geological Survey.
About NORTH MILLS RIVER
NORTH MILLS RIVER is a public campground in MILLS RIVER, NC. It has 29 campsites. 25 sites can be reserved. 4 sites are first come, first served.
North Mills River Campground is a rustic mountain getaway in Pisgah National Forest in western North Carolina. Located just outside the popular city of Asheville, the campground provides access to a variety of cultural and natural attractions, including an arboretum, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, and numerous hiking, fishing, and mountain biking opportunities.
Winter Operations (November 16, 2025 - March 20, 2026): During winter months, this facility operates with limited services: No running water No electricity Pit toilets only Sites 1-13 are available on a first-come, first-served basis for $15 per night (14-day stay limit) . Sites 14-26 are closed during winter.
Payment by cash or check must be placed in the fee tube within 30 minutes of arrival. Winter sites cannot be reserved online.
The forest is known for its hiking and mountain biking trails, several of which are near the campground. Mills River offers excellent trout fishing, as well as tubing and swimming, which are kid-friendly favorite activities.
Policies and details
- Roads: Back-In and Gravel
Location
5289 N. MILLS RIVER ROAD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28742
About 12 miles northwest of Hendersonville, NC
Elevation 2,225 ft
Get directionsConfirm the entrance with the park before towing a large rig.
Setting and recreation
The official listing describes NORTH MILLS RIVER in a setting associated with forest, mountain landscape, and river. For trip planning, the source identifies Biking, Fishing, Hiking, and Swimming among the recreation options at or near this MILLS RIVER campground.