Recreation area

Blue Valley Dispersed Camping

National Forests in North Carolina · North Carolina — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Dispersed camping in the Blue Valley area. Approximately 22 dispersed sites are available, and most have fire rings and picnic tables. A pit toilet is available. Please pack in and pack out. Wilson Lake is a short distance away offering fishing, swimming, a short trail, and wildlife viewing and birding.

Getting there

From Highlands, NC follow NC28S for 5.5 miles. Turn Right at Sign

Activities

  • FISHING
  • HIKING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING
  • SWIMMING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.