Wash Creek Horse Camp

Summary

Wash Creek Horse Camp is a small group area located in the Pisgah National Forest, offering equestrian trails, fishing, hunting, and hiking. The campground has one site, a vault toilet and hitching posts, and can accommodate up to 30 people and 10 vehicles. The nearby attractions include the North Mills River Recreation Area, Lake Powhatan Recreation Area, and attractions in Brevard and Asheville.

Overview

Wash Creek Horse Camp is a small group area designed for equestrian use located two miles northeast of the North Mills River Recreation Area and Bent Creek of the Pisgah Ranger District.

Recreation

As part of the Pisgah National Forest, a network of equestrian trails are available in the North Mills River, Trace Ridge and Wash Creek areas and are easily accessible with space for several horse trailers. Hiking, fishing and hunting are popular activities in the area. Some of these trails are shared by mountain bikers. Routes are marked with signs and colored blazes.

Facilities

The campground has one site and a vault toilet and hitching posts for horses. This small group facility can accommodate 30 people and 10 vehicles.

Natural Features

Wash Creek offers a remote hardwood forest setting with a small, shallow stream nearby.

contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-4910.

Nearby Attractions

The site is 20 minutes from the North Mills River Recreation Area and 45 minutes from Lake Powhatan Recreation Area. It is approximately 1 hour from attractions in both Brevard and Asheville.