BROWN MOUNTAIN CUA ROADSIDE CAMPSITES
Open for the season (April 1 through January 1). Fire restrictions are in effect across all NC National Forests since April 15, 2026, prohibiting campfires outside developed recreation sites. Portable propane stoves and covered charcoal grills are permitted. OHV permit required ($5 daily or $30 annual).
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 2:31PM EDT until July 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Piedmont and western North Carolina, including the following areas, in Piedmont North Carolina, Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Davie, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg and Rowan. In western North Carolina, Avery, Buncombe, Burke Mountains, Caldwell Mountains, Eastern McDowell, Eastern Polk, Graham, Greater Burke, Greater Caldwell, Greater Rutherford, Haywood, Henderson, Macon, Madison, McDowell Mountains, Mitchell, Northern Jackson, Polk Mountains, Rutherford Mountains, Southern Jackson, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. * WHEN...From 8 PM EDT this evening through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, including urban areas along the I-77 and I-40 corridors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Waves of heavy rain showers and scattered thunderstorms are forecast to move along a slow-moving cold front tonight into early Thursday. While widespread 1-2 inch rainfall amounts are expected across western North Carolina from this afternoon through tonight, isolated locations are expected to see multiple rounds of very heavy rainfall, and localized amounts as high as 5 inches are possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Brown Mountain CUA Roadside Campsites are primitive dispersed camping sites located along Forest Road 299 in Burke County, within Pisgah National Forest's only designated off-highway vehicle area. The area serves as a base camp for OHV enthusiasts accessing 34 miles of trails designed primarily for trail bikes and ATVs, with Jeeps and 4WD vehicles limited to Trail 8 and part of Trail 1. The roadside sites are free to use and provide basic facilities including pit toilets and picnic areas at the trailhead. While the camping is free, all vehicles must display a permit ($5 daily or $30 annual pass). The area operates seasonally from April 1 through January 1. Alcohol is strictly prohibited throughout the trail system and dispersed camping zones. For campers seeking more developed amenities, Mortimer Campground is located approximately nine miles from the Brown Mountain Trailhead. The Collettsville General Store, about 6 miles from the camping area, offers groceries, gas, and prepared food.
Directions
From Collettsville, NC, head north on NC Highway 90. Turn left onto Brown Mountain Beach Road, then continue onto Forest Road 299. Dispersed campsites are located along FR 299.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| sm.fs.gfr@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (828) 652-2144 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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