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Balsam Mountain Campground

43 sites · $30 · Reservations · RVs to 24 ft

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About Balsam Mountain

Balsam Mountain Campground is surrounded by mountain ranges and streams. With an elevation of 5,310 feet (1,618 m), summer daytime temperatures rarely exceed 70°F (~21°C) and lows may dip to 50°F (10°C). RV and tent sites plus flush toilets and drinking water are available. No hookups or showers are available at the campground and the restrooms do not have lights.

Photos

A fire ring, picnic table, and gravel tent pad in the foreground surrounded by trees and grass.
Each site includes a gravel tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table. Trash receptacles are available throughout the campground. · NPS Photo
A wheelchair accessible campsite with a picnic table, fire ring, and tent pad near grass and trees.
Balsam Mountain Campground includes accessible camping opportunities. · NPS Photo
A paved road lined by grass, shrubs, and trees. A car, trash can, and restroom are in the distance.
The road is fully paved at Balsam Mountain Campground. · NPS Photo
A brick structure with a brown roof and small windows surrounded by trees. Two sinks visible inside.
A dishwashing area is available near the center of the campground. · NPS Photo
A picnic table, fire ring, and tent pad beside a paved road with RVs visible in the background.
Most parking areas for Balsam Mountain Campground are parallel to the sites, rather than individual driveways. · NPS Photo
Stairs lead up a slight slope to a picnic table, tent pad, and fire ring surrounded by trees.
Some sites include stairs from the parking area. · NPS Photo
A paved sidewalk leads to a brick restroom building with a brown roof and trees in background.
Restrooms with flush toilets and running water are available. · NPS Photo
A picnic table, fire ring, and tent pad with grass in the foreground and trees in the background.
Some sites are along the edge of the forest, offering additional privacy. · NPS Photo
Two bear boxes, a tent, picnic tables, and multiple tent pads surrounded by trees and grass.
Some sites at Balsam Mountain Campground require a short walk from the parking area. · NPS Photo
A fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad beside pavement. Additional site and trash can in background
Some campsites are specifically designated for tents only. · NPS Photo

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu, Nov 12
Overnight
39°F
Slight Chance Light Rain
Chance Rain Showers
Thu, Nov 12
Day
42°F
Chance Rain Showers
Rain Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely
Thu, Nov 12
Night
28°F
Rain Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely
Chance Snow Showers
Fri, Nov 13
Day
31°F
Chance Snow Showers
Chance Snow Showers
Fri, Nov 13
Night
24°F
Chance Snow Showers
Mostly Sunny
Sat, Nov 14
Day
31°F
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Clear
Sat, Nov 14
Night
22°F
Mostly Clear
Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
40°F
Sunny
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

🗓️ Typical weather

This campground is in the mountains and weather can rapidly change from warm and sunny to cold and rainy. Be prepared with layers and rain gear in all seasons.

Rules

All food and equipment used to prepare and store food must be sealed in a vehicle or in a camping unit constructed of solid, non-pliable material, or as otherwise directed, at all times when not in use. Campfires are permitted only in fire rings. You may collect dead and downed wood in the park for campfires. Only heat-treated firewood that is bundled and certified by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) or a state agency may be brought into the park. Quiet hours are 10 pm-6 am. Generator use is prohibited 8 pm-8 am. Your stay is limited to 14 consecutive days at a time. You may have up to six people per campsite. No more than two motor vehicles or one vehicle with trailer are allowed per campsite. Please keep wheels, including trailer wheels and guest cars, on the pavement. Park only in designated spaces. All tents must be pitched on the pad, where provided.

Trails near camp

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.