The Hermitage campground
The Hermitage
The Hermitage Camping Area has amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and restrooms. Visitors can also enjoy fishing in the nearby Linville River. The campground has 19 campsites and operates on a first-come-first-serve basis. It's important to note that the campground does not have shower facilities.
An interesting fact about the Hermitage Camping Area is that it was once a religious retreat and was converted into a campground in the 1960s. It's a popular spot for hikers and has been featured in several hiking guidebooks.
The best time to visit the Hermitage Camping Area is from April to October when temperatures range from 50°F to 80°F. The summer months of July and August are the busiest, and visitors are encouraged to make reservations ahead of time. The fall season is also a great time to visit when the leaves change color, making for a beautiful scenic view.
What's on-site at The Hermitage
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of The Hermitage, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storyteller Rock | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| The Refuge | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Daniel Boone | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Briar Patch | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Raven's Roost | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of The Hermitage -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Watauga River Near Sugar Grove | 47 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Patterson | 16 cfs | → |
| Johns River At Arneys Store | 110 cfs | → |
| Elk Creek At Elkville | 34 cfs | → |
| Linville River Near Nebo | 42 cfs | → |
| Doe River At Elizabethton | 293 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of The Hermitage -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Elk | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beech Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Boone 1se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Flat Springs 1.2 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Flat Springs 1e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Vilas 6.3 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Julian Price Memorial Park
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Bear Paw State Natural Area
- Moses H Cone Memorial Park
- Beech Creek Bog State Natural Area
- Tater Hill Plant Conservation Preserve
Boat launches
- Price Lake Trail Watauga County
- Roby Green Road Watauga County
- Stuart Williams Road Watauga County
- River Road Watauga County
- Big Hill Road Watauga County
- Castle Ford Road Ashe County
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Boone Fork Overlook
- Green Mountain Overlook
- Calloway Peak Overlook
- Boulder Field Overlook
- Rough Ridge Parking Area
- Wilson Creek Overlook
Paddle runs
- Watauga Reservoir To Tn/Nc State Line
- Headwaters Above Linville Gap To Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary
- Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary To Linville Gorge Boundary
- Linville Gorge Wilderness Boundary To Southern End Of Wilderness
- Linville Wilderness Boundary To Lake James
- Headwaters To Tn/Va State Line
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save The Hermitage as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About The Hermitage
Can I make reservations at The Hermitage?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to The Hermitage?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of The Hermitage.