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Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping near Dupont!

Campsite in Penrose

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Camp along the serene banks of Crab Creek at this scenic campsite, where a fire ring and picnic table await. Unwind with a hot shower or explore Dupont State Forest's trails within 3 miles or Pisgah National Forest just 9 miles away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Mountain view
The current price is €50
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct

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About this property

Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping near Dupont!

Campsite with fire ring, picnic table, clean porta-jons and brand new on-demand hot water shower house. Spacious site on the bank of Crab Creek, 3 miles from Dupont State Forest and 9 miles from entrance to Pisgah National Forest. Dupont offers miles of hiking, horseback and mountain biking trails, with a breathtaking waterfall around every bend! Turn left to enjoy shopping and restaurants within 10 minutes at Brevard, or turn right out of the campground and be in Historic Downtown Hendersonville, with unique shops and restaurants from $ to $$$!

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car required

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Be aware hazards of creekside camping

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
1 Private Tent Camping Dupont
Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping Near Dupont! Penrose
Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping Near Dupont! Campsite

About the area

Located in Penrose, this campsite is in a rural area. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bracken Preserve and Caesars Head State Park. Mineral and Lapidary Museum and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Penrose, NC

What's nearby

  • High Falls - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park - 18 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Brevard College - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Brevard Music Center - 23 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Fred W. Symmes Chapel - 26 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping near Dupont! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping near Dupont!?

As of 6 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping near Dupont! on 7 Oct 2025 start from €49.59, 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.

Where is Campsite #1 !! Private Tent Camping near Dupont! located?

Situated in a rural location, this campsite is within 9 miles (15 km) of French Broad River, High Falls and Davidson River. Sideways Farm & Brewery and Etowah Valley Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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