Arrowhead Campground
Open — Open year-round. The drinking water spigot at the dump station is closed for winter to avoid freezing, but standard drinking water spigots around the campground remain operational.
From Recreation.gov
Drinking water spigot at the dump station is closed for the winter season to avoid freezing. You can still dump wastewater at the dump station and use standard drinking water spigots around the campground, but will be unable to hookup your camper to fill up reserve tanks. Please call Uwharrie Ranger Station @ 910-576-6391 during business hours for more information.
Elk River Falls Temporary Re-Closure
Temporary Closure: Elk River Falls AreaClosure Order Closure Order MapStarting March 18, the Elk River Falls Area will be temporarily closed on the Pisgah National Forest. This includes closing the Elk River Trail, Elk River Falls and Elk River Road within the closure area in Avery County. The…
Connely Creek Road (NFSR 86) Closure
Connely Creek Road (NFSR 86) on the Nantahala Ranger District will be closed until October 2026 for road improvements. The closure will extend from the intersection of Cowee Bald Road (NFSR 70) to the intersection of Barkers Creek (NFSR 7062). Access to Cowee Bald will only be available from Macon…
Roan Mountain Fire Restrictions
Fire restrictions are now in effect for the Roan Mountain area of Appalachian Ranger District due to heightened fire danger caused by Hurricane Helene. The fire restriction is in effect on all National Forest System land from Hughes Gap to Doll Flats on the Appalachian Trail.This…
Pisgah National Forest Driving Safety Alert
Please use caution as you travel in and around the Forest. We have a lot of heavy equipment and repair crews in the area working on roads damaged during Hurricane Helene. Up to 2,000 tons of gravel are being placed EVERY DAY on our Forest Service roads through the summer and fall. That's around 60…
Paint Rock Closure
Effective through May 1, 2035, certain National Forest System lands in the Paint Rock area, located on the Appalachian Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest and the Unaka Ranger District of Cherokee National Forest, will be closed to protect cultural resources.This closure is intended to…
Appalachian Trail Detour- Iron Mountain Gap
The Iron Mountain Gap detour is now in place to route hikers around the final remaining 6 miles of closed section of the Appalachian Trail from about a mile south of the destroyed Cherry Gap Shelter to about a mile north of Iron Mountain Gap (approx. NOBO mile 360.6 to 365.9). The detour is mapped…
Kings Mountain Point Fishing Pier Closure
The fishing pier at Kings Mountain Point Day Use Area on the Uwharrie National Forest is closed till further notice due to storm damage. The Day Use area remains open and the three smaller accessible fishing platforms are available for public use.
Pisgah Camping Limitations
The following act is prohibited within 1000 feet of a road open to public vehicle travel on the Pisgah Ranger District in Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, and Transylvania Counties in North Carolina.Camping is prohibited in any area not designated as a campsite depicted on the attached map. This…
Max Patch Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, animals, aircraft and bicycles in Max Patch area.
Special Weather Statement issued March 23 at 3:38AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of dry fuels, low relative humidity around 25 to 30 percent, and wind gusts up to 20 to 30 mph will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires today across the Piedmont and Sandhills of central North Carolina. People in this area are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit the North Carolina forestry or environmental protection website.
About
Arrowhead Campground lies in the Badin Lake Recreation Area, a hub for outdoor activities in central North Carolina's Uwharrie National Forest. The campground offers 48 sites nestled in a dense forest of pine, oak and hickory near the shore of 5,000-acre Badin Lake. Sites 46-49 are tent-only, while most other sites accommodate both tents and RVs. Nearly all sites are ADA accessible and include a table, grill, fire ring, lantern post and parking spur. Sites 12-45 offer electric hookups for an additional fee. The campground features a bathhouse with flush toilets, hot showers, and a family restroom for privacy. Six drinking water spigots are located throughout the campground, and a dump station is available near the entrance. A three-quarter-mile paved bicycle and walking path loops around the campground, making it easy to explore the area. Recreation opportunities abound with approximately 40 miles of non-motorized trails for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, plus 17 miles of motorized trails for off-road vehicle riding. Badin Lake offers excellent opportunities for swimming, boating, fishing and waterskiing. The surrounding Uwharrie National Forest provides both big and small game hunting. The campground operates year-round with both reservable sites and first-come, first-served availability.
Directions
From Troy, take Highway 109 north to Mullinix Road just past Eldorado Outpost. Turn left onto Mullinix Road and continue past Badin Horse Camp. Turn right on FR 544 (McLeans Creek Road) for 1.8 miles to a stop sign and turn left on FR 597 (Badin Lake Road) for 0.6 miles. Turn right on FR 597B (Cove Road) to the campground entrance on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $27 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| uwharrie@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (910) 576-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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