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Asheville East KOA
- 2708 Highway 70 East
- Swannanoa, NC 28778
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I-40 10 mi east of Asheville. Exit 59 go north 1 block to signal (US 70), turn right, go 2 mi.
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When the morning sun peeps through the tall trees in the heart of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll have a tough time deciding how to spend your day.
When the morning sun peeps through the tall trees in the heart of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll have a tough time deciding how to spend your day. Head for city sights in historic Asheville, just 15 minutes away, where you can tour the castle-like Biltmore House. Cool yourself with the bracing mist from 404-foot Hickory Nut Falls in Chimney Rock Park. Hike the park's trails. Or just stay put at this KOA loaded with fun. Fish for bass steps from your campsite in two well-stocked lakes or reel in trout from the Swannanoa River, which winds its way through the middle of the resort. Your kids will love tubing and splashing in the gentle Swannanoa. The Asheville East KOA also keeps them giggling with flashlight treasure hunts and weekend pancake breakfasts.
Campground Amenities
- Kabins, Lodges, Furnished
- Boat Rentals (available with charge)
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- Motorcycle Clubs
- Catering on-site by the campground
- Seasonal Snack Bar (available with charge)
- Tubing
- Military Clubs
- Tours
- Guests are provided various entree options at a full service, sit down meal
- Seasonal Planned Activities Available
- Game Room
- Families
- Self-service, convenience foods offered
Campground Activities
Antiquing
Black Mountain, Asheville and the surrounding areas offer both the casual and serious antique hunter many choices.
Golf
A 747 yard par 6 is just four miles from the KOA Campground. Various other courses within a 30 minute drive of the KOA.
Hiking & Scenic Drives
Beautiful scenic views and abundant hiking trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Shopping
Whether it's that one of a kind specialty shop or a super Wal-mart, you'll have plenty of options for shopping.
Local Attractions
For a complete listing of all Asheville and the surrounding area attractions go to www.exploreasheville.com
Antiques Tobacco Barn
Enjoy 70,000 Square feet of shopping in a Historic Vintage Tobacco Barn. 72 Dealers in one location. (828) 252-7291
Asheville's Fun Depot
Family Fun Destination - Arcade gallery, indoor mini-golf, outdoor go-karts, laser tag, soft play area, climbing wall, batting cages. 10-10 Mon-Fri, 9-10 Sat. (Closed Sunday) (828) 277-2FUN or (866) 303-4FUN
www.AshevillesFunDepot.com
Asheville Urban Trail
This 1.7 mile walking tour of Asheville tells the story of the city's past. There are 30 "stations" highlighted on the trail, each with its own story and many with original artwork. Walkers can start anywhere they see an Urban Trail marker or an engraved pink granite marker, but Station #1 is at Pack Square. Audio cassettes are available for rent from the Asheville Art Museum shop. Guided tours are offered, usually at 4pm on the second Friday & 3pm on the third Sunday of each month. Allow 2 1/2 hours for the entire tour. (828) 259-5498 ext. 4000
Asheville VA Medical Center
7 Miles from KOA campground.
1100 Tunnel Rd
828-298-7911
1-800-932-6408
www1.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=8
Biltmore Estate
The most popular single attraction in the region, the 250-room French Renaissance chateau built in 1895 by George W. Vanderbilt is the largest private home in the United States. It houses priceless collections of antiques, paintings, books, tapestries, & furnishings. Self-guided tours include upstairs & downstairs of the house, the servants' quarters, the Winery, the gardens & grounds. U.S. 25, three blocks north of Exit 50 or 50B on I-40.
1-800-543-2961
www.biltmore.com
Biltmore Village & Historic Museum
Biltmore Village is a classic planned community, constructed in the late 1890's at the entrance to the Biltmore Estate. Today the Village consists of restored English-style houses that now contain shops, galleries, & restaurants. The museum provides information about the Village from its founding.
828-274-8788
www.biltmorevillage.com
Black Mountain
Located a mile from the Eastern Continental Divide, Black Mountain is situated amidst the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, the oldest mountain range on earth. Black Mountain overflows with art and craft galleries, artist studios, antique stores, bookstores, furniture stores and specialty shops. Come see why Black Mountain was voted Best Small Town in Western North Carolina. Black Mountain Chamber (800) 669-2301 www.visitblackmountain.com
Botanical Gardens
This 10-acre area features native flora of North Carolina in a natural setting. Gardens open daylight hours.
151 Weaver Boulevard, Asheville (828)252-5190
Carl Sandburg Home
Connemara was the name of this 264-acre farm where poet & biographer Carl Sandburg spent his later life with his wife. The site, established in 1968, is a unit of the National Park Service. In addition to the main house, there are a number of other historic structures & more than five miles of trails. Open daily, 9-5pm. (828)693-4178
Craggy Gardens
This area offers hiking trails, picnic sites and a visitor's center. The Gardens are open from May to late October. North on Blue Ridge Parkway. (828)298-0398
Downtown Asheville Historic District
Downtown Asheville offers an outstanding collection of early 20th century architecture including structures of national significance. Asheville's downtown boasts more art deco architecture than any southeastern city other than Miami Beach. Guided walking tours are available. There are more than 150 retail shops & 50 restaurants.
(828) 251-9983 or (828) 258-6100
Asheville Trolley Tours
See Asheville's Finest Sights aboard a vintage touring trolley and enjoy a fully narrated, 70-minute tour covering Asheville's major points of interest.
888-667-3600
www.ashevilletrolleytours.com
Estes-Winn Auto Museum
This museum, located in what was once the weaving shed for Biltmore Industries, features classic & antique cars, such as a 1926 Cadillac & a 1927 La Salle.
Open April - December: Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm
111 Grovewood Rd. Asheville (828) 253-7651
Folk Art Center
The Folk Art Center, home of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, exhibits traditional and contemporary crafts of the Southern Appalachian region and sponsors educational demonstrations and programs.
Milepost 382 Blue Ridge Parkway (828) 298-7928
www.southernhighlandguild.org
Flat Rock
The Flat Rock community is famous for its many beautiful estates & historic landmarks dating back to the early 1800s, including the Carl Sandburg national Historic Site. Flat Rock was first settled in1827 when a rice planter from South Carolina built a home here. The Flat Rock Playhouse is the State Theatre of North Carolina.
Flat Rock is located 30 minutes east of Asheville
(800)828-4244
Gem Mountain
Come experience the wonder and excitement of prospecting for gemstones in a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. Hwy 226 between Spruce Pine and the Blue Ridge Parkway.(888) 817-5829 / (828) 765-6130
www.gemmountain.com
Grove Arcade Public Market
Enjoy great food, crafts, restaurants and more in Asheville's most beautiful building. Completed in 1929, this 269,000 square foot building housed one of the country's first indoor public markets. (828) 252-7799
www.grovearcade.com
Grove Park Inn
The Grove Park Inn Resort, an Asheville landmark & one of the premier resorts in the country, was built in 1913 from boulders cut from Sunset Mountain. On the National Register of Historic Places, the resort features a 40,000-square-foot spa. 290 Macon Ave.(off Charlotte St.) Asheville (828) 252-2711
www.groveparkinn.com
Montford Historic District
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Montford area, just north of downtown Asheville, features more than a half-dozen different types of architecture, including Victoriam, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, & Neo-Classical. Originally its own village founded in 1889, Montford was annexed into Asheville in 1905. The area boasts a number of historic sites of interest. Here, in 1948, F. Scott Fitzgerald's wife Zelda died in a fire at the old Highland Hospital. Several residents found immortality in Thomas Wolfe's "Look Homeward Angel," & Riverside Cemetery is the final resting spot for some of Asheville's most prominent citizens such as Thomas Wolfe, O.Henry & Nebulon Vance. The Montford District is located between Highways 19/23, Interstate 240 & Broadway. (828)258-5100
Mount Mitchell State Park
With the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, Mount Mitchell State Park also has nature trails, a lookout tower, restaurant, picnic area & museum. Blue Ridge Parkway is located at milepost 355. (828) 675-4611
Mountain Farm Museum
This is a National Park Service reconstruction of early pioneer buildings to show a past lifestyle. The Museum is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, on U.S. 441 north. (828) 497-1900
North Carolina Arboretum
The beauty of the region is expressed through a series of magnificent gardens reflecting the heritage & culture of the mountains at the North Carolina Arboretum. Miles of woodland trails highlight the natural world. Trails open daily, 8am-9pm. Visitor Center, Monday - Saturday 9-5pm: Sunday 12-5pm. (828)665-2492
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, south of Asheville
www.ncarboretum.org
North Carolina Homespun Museum
This museum tells the history of Biltmore Industries & the people involved through photographs & artifacts. Items on display include bolts of woolen homespun cloth, an original loom & furniture. Open April - December: Monday - Saturday, 10 - 5pm., & Sunday, 1-5pm. 111 Grovewood Rd. Asheville (828) 253-7651
Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center
The 92,000 square-foot Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center includes the Asheville Art Museum, the Colburn Gem & Mineral Museum, The Health Adventure, and interactive museum: & the 520-seat Diana Wortham Theatre. The YMI Cultural Center is located nearby. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10-5pm & (June - October) Sunday 1-5pm. 2 South Pack Square, Asheville (828) 257-4500
www.packplace.org
Smith-McDowell House
Asheville's oldest brick residence (circa 1840) houses exhibits on Western North Carolina history, including information on life on a Western North Carolina plantation & Asheville's role in the Civil War. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places & features gardens designed by the renowned Olmsted brothers.
Open March-December; Tuesday-Saturday, 10-4, & Sunday, 1-4pm.
January-February: Tuesday-Friday, 10-4pm.
283 Victoria Rd, Asheville (828)253-9231
www.wnchistory.org
Swannanoa Valley Museum
This museum's displays tell the story of the area from the Stone Age to the present. It is located in the former Black Mountain Fire Department, established in 1919. Open April - October, Tuesday- Saturday 10-5pm., and Sunday, 2-5pm.
2223 West State St., Black Mountain
(828) 669-9566
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
This is the boyhood home of the Asheville native, whose famous novel, "Look Homeward Angel," was inspired by his experience here. The home is currently closed as repairs are made due to fire damage, but the Visitor Center offers an audiovisual program & an exhibit hall featuring Wolfe's personal memorabilia. Outdoor tours are offered hourly. The Center is open April- October Monday-Saturday 9-5pm, and November-March Tuesday-Saturday, 10-4pm. 52 N. Market Street, Asheville (828)253-8304
www.wolfememorial.com
WNC Farmers Market
This 36-acre facility, operated by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, features fresh fruits, farm fresh vegetables, Mountain crafts and much more. Open daily 8-6pm (8-5pm winter months). (828)253-1691
Exit 47 Off I-40
www.ncagr.gov/markets/facilities/markets/asheville
WNC Nature Center
The Nature Center includes 42 acres of wildlife, and was voted best place to take kids in WNC. See wolves, cougars, deer and black bear just to name a few. The kids will love the petting zoo. This attractions is open from 10-5
(828) 298-5600
75 Gashes Creek Rd
www.wildwnc.org
Atmosphere - Our campers enjoy a pleasant family atmosphere in a quiet mountain setting.
Convenient Location
Centrally located to all Western North Carolina has to offer and only 15 minutes to downtown Asheville.
Kid Friendly
We offer a variety of activities to keep kids entertained without ever leaving the campground. Choices include the playground, pool, mini-golf, basketball, game room, fishing, paddle boats and playing in the river.
Lake & River Fishing
Planned Activities
With seasonal planned activities and/or entertainment there is something for everyone to enjoy. Bingo, hand dipped ice cream sundaes, karaoke and flashlight candy hunts top the list.
Weekend Breakfast
Saturday & Sunday breakfast each weekend May - mid/October
Menu includes Pancakes, French Toast and Biscuits & Gravy
Blue Ridge Parkway
The parkway follows the Appalachian Mountain chain and provides seemingly endless views of parallel ranges connected by cross ranges and scattered hills. From Shenandoah National Park the parkway follows the Blue Ridge, eastern rampart of the Appalachians, for 355 miles. Then, for the remaining 114 miles, it skirts the southern end of the massive Black Mountains, named for the dark green spruce and fir that cover them, weaves through the Craggies, the Pisgahs, the Balsams, and ends in the Great Smokies. (828) 298-0358
www.nps.gov/blri
Cherokee Indian Reservation
This 56,000 acre reservation, home to the Eastern Cherokees, includes a casino, museum, Indian Village, outdoor drama, arts & crafts. At the eastern edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Visitor Center (800) 438-1601
www.cherokee-nc.com
Chimney Rock Park
A 26-story elevator ride or a network of trails takes you through solid granite for a breathtaking 75-mile view of the Blue Ridge. The Park's five different nature trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous, make the ideal outing. Scenic nature trails lead to Hickory Nut Falls. 1 (800) 277-9611
www.chimneyrockpark.com
Cradle of Forestry
This is the location of the first forestry school (1898) in America. It hosts a visitor's center, film walking tours, restored historic buildings, forestry exhibits, restored steam locomotive and gift shop. A variety of special events are held throughout the year. Open daily mid-April to early November, 9am-5pm (828) 877-3130
www.cradleofforestry.com
Grandfather Mountain
On the highest swinging footbridge in America, you will be surrounded by the great peaks of the southern Appalachians. Crossing this famous bridge suspends visitors actually more than a mile above sea level.
Grandfather Mountain features views from the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Environmental habitats display native wildlife in a natural setting. Enjoy hiking trails, picnic areas, a nature museum & theatre. Open daily 8am-7pm. U.S. 221 between the Blue Ridge Parkway & Linville. 1 (800) 468-7325
www.grandfather.com
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America's most popular national park, attracting more than 10 million visitors each year. It extends some 70-miles along the North Carolina-Tennessee border & contains more than a half million of unspoiled forest. The Park is located 50 miles southwest of Asheville. (865) 436-1200
Great Smoky Mountains Railway
The Great Smoky Mountain Railway offers scenic excursions through mountain gorges on trains pulled by diesel-electric and steam locomotives. There are daily departures from Bryson City & Dillsboro year round. Call for schedule and reservations. (800) 872-4681
www.gsmr.com
Linville Caverns
See inside a mountain. This limestone cavern extends deep into the mountainside, offering a variety of interesting formations. There is an underground stream that is home to blind rainbow trout. The cavern has a year-round temperature of 52 degrees. Open daily March-November. Weekends only December-February
(800) 756-4171, U.S. 221, Marion
www.linvillecaverns.com
Pisgah National Forest
This 500,000 plus-acre forest features waterfalls, swimming holes, fishing & picnic areas. Part of the forest was originally a part of the Biltmore Estate, purchased in 1916. Access to the Forest if available from Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway, U.S. 25/70 & U.S. 280 West. (828) 257-4200
River Adventures - Choose from Mild to Wild
Float trips Tuckaseegee Outfitters, Dillsboro 1 (800) 539-5683; www.tuckfloat.com
Quietwater trips - Southern Waterways - Asheville (800) 849-1970; (828) 232-1970; www.paddlewithus.com
Whitewater trips USA Raft 1(800) USA-Raft; www.usaraft.com/
Nantahala Outdoor Center; (888)662-2199; www.noc.com
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides are located in the middle of the Blue Ridge Mountains just 30 minutes North of Asheville. 1-4 hour Horseback rides available.
(800)959-3513; (828) 649-3464
www.sandybottomtrailrides.com
Sliding Rock
The King of Swimming Holes! This 60 foot natural water slide down a well-worn slab of rock was providing summertime fun long before water parks were available. Sliding Rock is located in the Pisgah National Forest.
Tweetsie Railroad
Tweetsie Railroad is the Carolina's original family theme park. Be a cowboy, Indian or engineer. Shop, learn to clog or pan for gold. Climb aboard our Historic locomotive - Number 12. (800) 526-5740 Blowing Rock NC
www.tweetsie.com
WNC Waterfalls
Western North Carolina offers some of the most beautiful Waterfalls to be found anywhere in the country
www.visitwaterfalls.com
Upcoming Events
Go to www.exploreasheville.com for a detailed list of all area events, dates & times.
April
26th Annual Festival of Flowers, Spring Along The French Broad River: A Guided Canoe Trip, Asheville Symphony: Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Weaverville Art Safari, French Broad River Festival.
May
Discovery at Dusk: A Guided Canoe Trip, Asheville Symphony: Rachmaninoff's 3rd, Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF), Music and Arts Festival, 11th Annual Mountain Sports Festival, Garden Jubilee Festival.
June
Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk,
Black Mountain Arts & Crafts Show, Music On Main Street, River Arts District Studio Stroll, African Folktales.
July
Biltmore Summer Evening Concerts, Shindig On The Green, The Swannanoa Gathering, Ingles 4th of July Celebration, Hendersonville Street Dances, 5th Annual Laugh Your Asheville Off Comedy Festival, 64th Annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands, Bele Chere Festival.
August
Mountain Dance & Folk Festival, 65th Annual Asheville Antiques Fair, Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk, 39th Annual Village Art & Craft Fair, Sourwood Festival, 30th Annual Goombay! Festival.
September
Biltmore Flower Carpet, Colors of Fall: A Guided Canoe Trip, Asheville International Film Festival, Asheville Citizen Times Half Marathon, Art in Autumn, Brewgrass Festival, Heritage Crafts Weekend, Biltmore Field to Table Festival.
October
Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk, Carolina Bonsai Expo, Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF), 64th Annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands, Moogfest 2011.
November
Christmas at the Biltmore Estate, Candlelight Christmas Evenings at Biltmore.
December
Christmas at Biltmore Estate, Candlelight Christmas Evenings at Biltmore, Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk.
2012 Events
Listed date is Friday. Most events held on Saturday.
April 6- Easter Weekend
Egg coloring and an Easter egg hunt!
May 11 - Care Camp Weekend/ Mother's Day Weekend
Care Camp Auction to benefit the kids! Bring a new or slightly used item to donate for the kids. This is one of our biggest fund raisers for the year.
May 25 - Memorial Day Weekend
DJ, dancing, and bingo.
June 1 - Karaoke & Bingo
Come sing and play Bingo with us!
June 8 - Scavenger Hunt Weekend
Daytime hunt for all ages. Flashlight candy hunt after dark.
June 15 - Father's Day Weekend
Enjoy making a craft for Dad!
June 22 - Pirate Weekend
Join the KOA Pirate krew for games and a swashbuckling good time.
June 24- Prodigal Son's Quartet
Join us Sunday Morning for worship with the Prodigal Son's Quartet
June 29 - July 4th week
Dj and Dancing Saturday night. Independence Day inspired activities and crafts during the week.
July 6 - Dj and Dancing
What a great way to end July 4th celebration.
July 13 - Water Fun Weekend
Water fun games and Bonsai Falls waterslide.
July 20 - Safari Weekend
Safari themed games and activities.
July 27 - Christmas in July
Ho Ho Ho. Merry Christmas...in July!
Dig out your Christmas lights and join us for a campsite Decorating Contest.
August 3 - Water Weekend
One of our most popular with the kids so we are doing it twice this year. Come prepared to get soaked!
August 10- Campground Flea Market & Camper Appreciation BBQ
Come sell your treasures at your site. Our delicious slow roasted BBQ provided at no cost to campers who have camped with us at least 4 nights this year.
August 17 - Mystery Weekend
Come enjoy mystery themed activities!
August 24 - NASCAR Weekend
Bristol night race and 50/50 race pool for Care Camps.
August 31 - Labor Day Weekend - Care Camp Auction & DJ
Care Camp Auction, DJ and bingo.
October 19 - Halloween Fall Festival
You will enjoy Fall and Halloween themed activities and crafts this weekend! Pumpkin Carving Contest for all ages.
October 26 - Halloween Weekend/ Trick or Treat/ Site Decorating
Site decorating contest and trick-or-treating. This is our most popular weekend. Reserve your site early!
All events and theme weekends are subject to change.
