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Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest!

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A small, open shed with a red door, a hanging hammock, a sink, and a small stool.
A picnic setup with a table, benches, and a tent in a grassy area with trees.
A duck and ducklings in a natural water setting surrounded by greenery.
A compact bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a towel rack.
A grassy area with a tree and a bird.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Penrose, NC
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Caesars Head State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Davidson River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest!

Picnic table, fire ring, new on-demand hot water shower house and clean Porta-Jons! This spacious site rests directly on the bank of Crab Creek, with a panoramic view of a Blue Ridge Mountain farm across the creek, and the mountains beyond. 3 miles from the most visited State Forest in the United States, Dupont State Forest! Here you will find miles of beautiful hiking, horseback and mountain biking trails, with a magnificent waterfall around every bend. Go the other direction out of the campground and travel less than 10 minutes to the entrance to Pisgah National Forest, with more scenic waterfalls and views! 10 minutes to Brevard, N.C. or fifteen minutes to Historic Downtown Hendersonville, N.C. with unique shops and first class restaurants offer you so many options for your day-trip!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Be aware hazards of creekside camping
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1934174
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Penrose

Penrose is home to this campground. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mineral and Lapidary Museum and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium. Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Johnson Farm are also worth visiting.
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Penrose, NC

What's nearby

  • French Broad River - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Caesars Head State Park - 13 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Davidson River - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Etowah Valley Golf Club - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Brevard College - 18 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pisgah Social - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Landing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tasty Weasel Taproom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Pizza Company - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest!?

As of Aug 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest! on Sep 1, 2026 start from $48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Campsite #3! Tent camping near Dupont State Forest! located?

Situated in Penrose, this campground is within 6 mi (10 km) of French Broad River, High Falls, and Cedar Rock. Davidson River and Sideways Farm & Brewery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Lynn

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