Wolf Ford Horse Camp
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates seasonally from March 23 through November 15. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov; walk-up reservations are not available. Access is gated with a combination code provided upon reservation. Yellow Gap Road (FSR 1206) is subject to weather-related closures; all reservations are refunded if the road is administratively closed.
Flood Watch issued October 11 at 9:50AM EDT until October 11 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of western North Carolina, including the following areas, Avery, Buncombe, Burke Mountains, Caldwell Mountains, Eastern McDowell, Eastern Polk, Greater Burke, Greater Caldwell, Greater Rutherford, Haywood, Henderson, McDowell Mountains, Mitchell, Polk Mountains, Rutherford Mountains, Transylvania and Yancey and Upstate South Carolina, including the following areas, Greenville Mountains, Northern Spartanburg and Southern Spartanburg. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rainfall tapers off behind the front, but runoff from previous rainfall will keep high water levels in portions of the area. Ongoing flood advisories and warnings will keep the watch in place, even though rain has ended. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued October 11 at 7:01AM EDT until October 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in North Carolina... French Broad River At at Grove Bridge Rd in Blantyre affecting Henderson and Transylvania Counties. .Excessive runoff from widespread 4 to 6 inches of storm total rainfall will maintain flooding along the French Broad River. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...French Broad River at Grove Bridge Rd in Blantyre. * WHEN...Until Monday evening. * IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Minor Flood Stage. Farmland flooding continues on both sides of the French Broad River, especially between the river and Brevard and Pleasant Grove Roads. Floodwaters begin to impact boat access areas at Grove Bridge Rd. and Crab Creek Rd. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:30 AM EDT Sunday the stage was 16.0 feet and rising. - Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.5 to 17.0 feet by this evening. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Wolf Ford Horse Camp is a reservation-only equestrian campground nestled in the Pisgah Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest, approximately 3.2 miles down Yellow Gap Road (gravel Forest Service Road 1206) near Brevard, North Carolina. The campground is specifically designed for horse camping and offers 11-12 non-electric sites, each equipped with fire rings, picnic tables, hitching racks, and lantern posts. A vault toilet is available on-site, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring adequate supplies. The campground serves as an excellent launching point for exploring over 100 miles of equestrian trails in the South Mills River area, along with numerous Forest Service roads suitable for riding. The surrounding landscape features the confluence of several creeks and the South Fork of the Mills River, with abundant wildlife including various bird species and black bears. Large shade trees including maples, oaks, poplars, birches, and pines provide cover throughout the camp. Nearby attractions include the Cradle of Forestry (America's first forestry school), the Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah Inn, the NC Wildlife Education Center and Fish Hatchery, DuPont State Forest, and the town of Brevard. This is bear country, so all food, cookware, and trash must be secured in vehicles when unattended. Campers are required to clean up after their horses, including manure and hay. A dumpster is available 4 miles away at Pink Beds Picnic Area.
Directions
From the intersection of US-280/US-64 West, turn onto US-276 North. Go 11.7 miles, then turn right onto Yellow Gap Road (Forest Service Road 1206), an unpaved gravel road. Go 3.3 miles, then turn right onto South Mills River Road (Forest Service Road 475). Wolf Ford Horse Camp is immediately on your left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (828) 877-3265 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Wolf Ford Horse Camp |
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