Carolina Hemlocks campground
Carolina Hemlocks
What's on-site at Carolina Hemlocks
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 Carolina Hemlocks, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crabtree Meadows - Blue Ridge Parkway | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crabtree Falls Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Mountain | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Briar Bottom Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Carolina Hemlocks -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Toe River Near Celo | 40 cfs | → |
| North Fork Swannanoa River Near Walkertown | 9 cfs | → |
| Catawba R Nr Pleasant Gardens | 61 cfs | → |
| Beetree Creek Near Swannanoa | 3 cfs | → |
| Linville River Near Nebo | 24 cfs | → |
| Ivy River Near Marshall | 55 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Carolina Hemlocks -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnardsville 2 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Erwin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Banner Elk | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beech Mountain | 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 | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Carolina Hemlocks Recreational Area
- Mount Mitchell State Park
- Big Ivy Historical Park
- Yellow Mountain State Natural Area
- Black Mountain Recreation Park
- Wilderness Linville Gorge
Boat launches
- Houseboat Lane 299, Mcdowell County
- Hidden Cove Boat Ramp Mcdowell County
- Canal Bridge Boat Ramp Burke County
- Linville Boat Ramp
- Mitchell County
Fishing spots
- Asheville Recreation Park Lake
- Nolichucky River
- Bailey Branch
- Anderson Branch
- Big Pine Creek
- Dillard Place
Points of interest
- Black Mountains Overlook
- Buck Creek Gap Overlook
- Singecat Ridge Overlook
- Three Knobs Overlook
- Curtis Valley Parking Overlook
- Viewpoint
Paddle runs
- Boundary Between Mitchell And Yancy Counties To Nc/Tn Stateline
- Linville Gorge Wilderness Boundary To Southern End Of Wilderness
- Linville Wilderness Boundary To Lake James
- Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary To Linville Gorge Boundary
- Headwaters Above Linville Gap To Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary
- Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 100.6) To Mine Branch (Rm 99.3)
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 Carolina Hemlocks as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Carolina Hemlocks
Can I make reservations at Carolina Hemlocks?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Carolina Hemlocks?
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 Carolina Hemlocks.