Briar Bottom Group Campground

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Restrooms

About Briar Bottom Group Campground

Briar Bottom Group Campground is the perfect getaway for visitors to enjoy mountain scenery and easy access to hiking trails. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, in Pisgah National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 6

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Apr 15 to Oct 30

Campground Amenities

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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6 Sites Available

Site
Price
ASH, Loop: ASH
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
DOGWOOD, Loop: DOGW
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
LAUREL, Loop: LAUR
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
MAPLE, Loop: MAPL
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
POPLAR, Loop: POPL
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
RED OAK, Loop: ROAK
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (21)

What Guests Are Saying

Briar Bottom Group Campground offers a beautiful location and friendly staff, contributing to enjoyable family experiences. Camp hosts, particularly Tim, were attentive and kept facilities as clean as possible despite challenges. However, some guests reported issues with the bathroom facilities, including plumbing problems and a lack of water during their stay.

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Bradley A

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December 17, 2019 Stayed at: ASH, Loop: ASH

5

Great place. Clean restrooms kind staff. We try to go at least once a year

Location Briar Bottom Group Campground

Address:
50 Black Mountain Cg Road
Burnsville, NC, 28714
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.7528 / -82.2214

Elevation: 918 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • This is a tent-only campground; no wheeled camping units or RVs permitted
  • Campground open; notify campground of late arrivals by calling 828-675-5616
  • Campers must enter through Black Mountain Campground to reach this facility
  • No public address systems are allowed
  • This facility is located within a bear sanctuary; keep all food out of site in containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle, secure trash in provided bins and remove all food from area after eating
  • This campground is managed by the Cradle of Forestry In America Interpretive Association
  • Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

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Last updated: July 11, 2026

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