Facility Details - SILVERMINE GROUP CAMPGROUND, NC

Overview

Silvermine is a tent-only group camp, tucked beneath a stand of poplars and hemlocks near the banks of the French Broad River in Pisgah National Forest. Campers enjoy the soothing sound of the rushing river and views of the surrounding mountains.

Named for the nearby remnants of an old silver mine, the campground can accommodate up to 50 people and offers a variety of recreational and sightseeing activities.

Natural Features:

The Pisgah National Forest is a land of mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and heavily forested slopes. The Pisgah is primarily a hardwood forest with whitewater rivers and waterfalls.

Within a half-mile of the Silvermine Campground hikers can find rhododendron-covered slopes, pine forests where brilliant fire pink blooms, cliffs covered with native cactus and bluets flowering near the French Broad River.

Recreation:

There are several hiking trails near the campground. Hikers can access the 4.2-mile Pump Gap loop directly from the campground, which crosses the Appalachian Trail.

A popular hike is to the top of Lover's Leap. This 1.6-mile trail intersects with the Pump Gap loop and provides scenic views of the French Broad River from Lover's Leap Ridge.

Anglers can fish in the French Broad River. It's also popular for kayaking, canoeing and whitewater rafting.

Facilities:

The camp is equipped with a picnic shelter with two picnic tables, as well as a group grill and fire ring. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.

Nearby Attractions:

The town of Hot Springs is a popular resort destination for those who enjoy hot mineral baths. Visitors can also find places to dine out and shop.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Trails Accessible Vault Toilets Birding Campfire Circles Cold Springs Access Drinking Water Fishing Grills Group Camping Hiking	Hunting Parking Area Picnic Area Picnic Shelters Scenic Overlooks Tent sites Trailheads Trash Collection Vault Toilets
Within 10 Miles
Bait Shop Bank Berry Picking Biking Boating Cabin Rentals Cafe Canoe Rentals Canoeing Fishing General Store Gift Shop Grocery Store	Historic Sites Ice Machine Medical Facilities Paved Roads Pay Phone Ranger Station Restaurant River Access River Trips Showers Tubing Visitor Center Wildlife Viewing

Know Before You Go

Campground is gated and can only be accessed with a combination code
Maximum capacity is 50 people
Click here for more information about National Forests in North Carolina

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
35.88889, -82.81222
35°53'20"N, 82°48'44"W

From Hot Springs, North Carolina, go east on US 25/70 across the French Broad River Bridge. Just after crossing the bridge, turn left onto SR 1304. Turn left at the first intersection and follow the road to the entrance gate.

From Ashevlle, take I-26 west to 25/70 north. Continue on 25/70 north to Hot Springs.Turn right onto SR 1304. Turn left at the First intersection and follow the road to the entrance to gate.