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Asheville West KOA
- 309 Wiggins Road
- Candler, NC 28715
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Take I-40 12 miles west of Asheville to Exit 37. Eastbound take 3 rights. Westbound take left and 2 rights. We are located 1/2 mile from exit.
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2011 President's Award
KOA President's Award
Awarded to KOAs that meet exceptional quality standards and are recognized by their guests for outstanding service.
Our family-run Asheville West KOA offers great accommodations for everyone from tenters to RVers.
Welcome to Appalachia! Come camp with us and enjoy the best of Blue Ridge Mountains camping! Our family-run Asheville West KOA offers great accommodations for everyone from tenters to RVers. Our tent sites are beautifully wooded, and our "Big Rig" friendly 50 and 30 amp pull-through sites are large, level, and have cable TV and FREE WI-FI! Don't have an RV, or tent camping is not for you? No problem! You can "rough it" in comfort, staying in one of our cozy cabins or lodges.
Relax with us and wake to the chirping of a variety of birds, you'll enjoy their song throughout the day. Enjoy scenic North Carolina hiking on our wonderful nature trail, easily accessed from any of our camp sites. You'll enjoy surrounding yourself in the beauty of trees, flowers and wildlife.
Children of all ages will love the pool, game room and our holiday activities. Our campground is not far from all the fun and excitement of white water rafting, gem mines, vineyards, the Biltmore House, Pisgah National Forest, Chimney Rock, and many other attractions. Plan on camping an extra day or two- there's so much to see and do!
Come and see us! Our KOA is under new management, is family-owned and family-oriented. We hope to see you soon!
The Asheville West KOA is "Going Green!" Look for the recycle barrels behind the office and next to the comfort station on the back loop.
Theme Weekends- Live entertainment, crafts, crazy games, tournaments, t-shirt decorating, water balloon launching and more! Fun for kids of all ages. Read the Asheville West KOA Funfinder for all the details.
Meet Your Hosts
The Nance and Polasky families became owners of the Asheville West, NC KOA in March 2008. "We want to build lasting relationships with our campers and deliver a GREAT, SAFE, FAMILY-ORIENTED camping experience for everyone," says owner Rex Nance.
"We were all looking for a fun way to bring the whole family together; we've been campers for the majority of our lives, and we knew managing a campground would be a perfect way to combine our skills and unite our family," says Rex.
Everyone in the family brings unique experience to the business: Ray was a retired Chief of Forestry; Hildie was a retired Medical Technologist; Rex worked as an IT executive for a payment processor; Heather spent her time educating their daughter; Julia is a competitive Figure Skater; Ethan Polasky managed a saw mill and flooring factory in northern New Mexico, while his wife, Sophia, worked as a medical professional in Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Justin Polasky worked in the food service industry there.
"We love the cleanliness of the entire campground and the nice, shaded camp sites, as well as the mountains, trees and nature trails. We enjoy being able to help people with a full-hearted passion!" Rex says.
The large family has a variety of things they love to do, including fishing, paintball, cycling, hiking, reading, swimming, remote control cars, 4-wheeling, softball, and arts and crafts.
Campground Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi Available At Our Kabins, Lodges and Pull Through Sites
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- Catering on-site by a local caterer
- Large Group Pavilion
- Families
- Specialized Cake Decoration
- Motorcycle Clubs
Campground Activities
2010
Saturdays (throughout the summer)
- Water Balloon Fights
- Treasure Hunts/Scavenger Hunts
- Crafts
Every Saturday Morning (throughout the summer)
Fresh Homemade Beignets and Coffee
Saturday Nights (all summer long)
Ice Cream Sundaes
April 30th - May 1st
Celebrate Arbor Day with us!
- Make your own Herb Pot & watch them grow all summer long.
- Visit the WNC Farmers Market for the 21st annual Herb Festival.
May 7th-8th
Mother's Day Weekend
May 14th-15th
Kare Kamp Weekend
May 21st-22nd
Wild West Weekend
May 28th-30th
Memorial Day Weekend
June 4th-5th
Secret Agent Weekend
June 11th-12th
Safari Weekend
June 18th-19th
Father's Day Weekend
June 25th-26th
Fiesta Weekend
July 2nd-5th
4th of July Weekend
July 9th-10th
Twilight Weekend
July 16th-17th
Ultimate Survivor Weekend
July 23rd-24th
Bele Chere Weekend
July 30th-31st
Friendship Weekend
August 6th-7th
Luau Weekend
August 13th-14th
Renaissance/Medieval Weekend
August 20th-21st
Kamper Appreciation Weekend
August 27th-28th
Pirate Weekend- aargh Matey!
September 3rd-6th
Labor Day Weekend
September 10th-11th
Grandparents Weekend
October 8th-9th
Fall & Halloween Activities
October 15th-16th, October 22nd-23rd, and October 29th-30th
Fall & Halloween Activities
Local Attractions
Asheville Blue Ridge Touring
http://www.ashevilleblueridgetour.com/
Custom guided tours & sightseeing for individuals, couples, small groups Transportation for airports, Biltmore Estate, restaurants, inter-city, events Lincoln sedan $30/hour; 14 passenger van $40/hour; 34 passenger bus Group receptive services - lodging, meals, events, attractions, tickets Motorcoach step on guide service - $50/hour (1-3 hours), $40/hour (4+ hours).
Asheville Urban Trail
This historic walking tour makes a 1.7 mile loop of downtown and tell the fascinating story of Asheville. Allow 2 1/2 hours of time.
Biltmore Estate
http://www.biltmore.com/
More than a century ago, George Vanderbilt created a larger-than-life country retreat in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Its centerpiece— Biltmore House—provided 250 rooms of hospitality to family and friends.
Today, Biltmore Estate continues to offer a gracious escape from everyday life. Marvel at the grandeur of America’s largest home filled with Vanderbilt’s collection of fine art and antiques. Stroll through gardens created by America’s father of landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmsted. Enjoy estate-raised foods, and savor award-winning vintages at Biltmore’s winery.
Carl Sandburg Home - National Historic Site - Flat Rock NC
http://www.nps.gov/carl/
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site - Home of famous poet and biographer Carl Sandburg, the site preserves and protects over 260 acres of land, 50 historic structures and over five miles of trails. The house and farm are open to the public for guided tours. 1928 Little River Road, Flat Rock (27 miles from Asheville). 828/693-4178. Hours: Daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., except Christmas Day. Allow two hours for visit. Admission: Adults $3; Children ages 16 & under admitted free
Colburn Gem and Mineral Museum
Explore Asheville's hidden treasure where you will be dazzled by exhibits of mineral crystals and gemstones from North Carolina and around the world.
Estes-Winn Automobile Museum
Open April - December
Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Health Adventure
This is one of the first health education facilities of our kind in the United States. Learn about their fascinating history!
Enjoy a short gallery tour. There are over 12,000 square feet of hands-on fun. Sneak a peek at this developing tour of this facility.
Admission is $5.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Students, Seniors, and Children ages 2 - 15. Children under 2 are FREE! For information about scheduling a group visit with a program , call 1-800-935-0204 or (828) 257-4535.
Hours of Operation
The Health Adventure is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. They are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Days.
The Asheville Art Museum
Hours
Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fridays until 8:00.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Admission
Adults $6.00 - Students & Seniors $5.00 - Children under 4 Free
Additional fees may apply for selected exhibitions.
Museum Shop
Visit during regular Museum hours for unique gifts and regional fine art.
As the single visual arts facility serving Western North Carolina, the Asheville Art Museum, its collection and programs are the only such resources available to the diverse communities in the region. We are committed to being a vital force in community and individual development and to providing life-long opportunities for education and enrichment through the visual arts.
The Asheville Art Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums and receives general operating support for its programs from Museum members, many private and corporate foundations, the Arts Alliance, the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency.
Chimney Rock Park
To visit Chimney Rock website, click here. Chimney Rock Park is a scenic attraction located 25 miles southeast of Asheville, North Carolina, with spectacular 75-mile views, numerous hiking trails, a 404-foot waterfall, Nature Center, picnicking and more. 1-800-277-9611
French Broad Rafting Company
Enjoy the beauty of Pisgah National Forest as you experience the challenge of whitewater rafting. French Broad Rafting Company ALWAYS puts a guide in EVERY RAFT - guaranteed! Only 30 minutes from Asheville, NC - Morning, afternoon, and evening sunset trips - Calm water raft trips
Mount Pisgah Balloons
Hot air balloon rides in Mount Pisgah area. 828-667-9943
Cradle of Forestry
Visit this historic site and home of the Forest Discovery Center. Activities include:
18-minute movie, guided hikes, historic cabins, craftsmen, 1915 logging train, helicopter simulator, scavenger hunt, hands-on exhibits, cafe and gift shop. Near waterfalls, hiking, and fishing on Hwy. 276.
1002 Pisgah Hwy. (Hwy. 276)
Pisgah Forest (41 miles from Asheville) 828/877-3130
Hours: Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Apr 17- Nov 1. Allow two hours for visit. Admission: Adults $5; Children ages 4-17 $2.50.
Craft Heritage Trails of Western North Carolina
Seven driving tours with almost 450 stops including craft shops, studios, galleries, and historic inns and restaurants are included in this 145-page guidebook which can be purchased at the Asheville Visitor Center or by contacting HandMade in America. 800/331-4154.
Historic Downtown Asheville
Steeped in history, Asheville's downtown boasts more art deco architecture than any southeastern city other than Miami Beach. Over 150 boutiques, shops, art galleries and antique stores offer lots of opportunity to browse or buy. Nearly 50 diverse restaurants, cafes, tea rooms, and brewery pubs provide mouth-watering cuisine and a place to people watch. Area night clubs feature everything from regional music to poetry slams to nationally known acts. During the summer and fall, a variety of entertainment can be found outdoors at City/County Plaza and Pack Square. Free. 828/251-9973.
Folk Art Center
The nation's preeminent organization representing the crafts culture of the Southern Appalachians, the Southern Highland Handicraft Guild, owns and operates this facility where works of guild members are displayed and sold and artisans frequently demonstrate their craft.
Hours: Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Apr-Dec); 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Jan-Mar). Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Days. Allow 45 minutes to one hour for visit.
North Carolina Arboretum
Located at the edge of the Pisgah National Forest, a short distance from Interstates 26 and 40, the 424-acre site features a Visitor Education Center, state-of-the-art greenhouse complex, an array of gardens, a loop trail and a variety of ongoing special programs.
Oconaluftee Indian Village & Unto These Hills
Oconaluftee Indian Village is an authentic recreation of an 18th Century Cherokee Indian Village.
Hours: Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 15-October 25.
Admission: Adults $12; Children ages 6-13 $5.
Groups and Reunions
Campground Accommodations:
RV Sites
- Maximum amp service: 50 amp
- Maximum length pull thru: 70 feet
- One Room Kabin(s)
- Kamping Lodge(s)
- Scouts Welcome
- Maximum group capacity: 200 people
- Food service - Catering on-site by a local caterer
- Large Pavilion
- Specialized Cake Decoration
3/4 mile of Nature Trails on the Campground
Cherokee Indian Reservation
The Cherokee Indian Reservation is located in western North Carolina and is home to 12,500 enrolled members. We are adjacent to both the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway.
Linville Caverns - Grandfather Mountain
Located at the base of Humpback Mountain in the beautiful Linville Valley lies a natural wonder, Linville Caverns. After remaining a mysterious secret for centuries, the caverns have been opened for safe and convenient public touring.
Grandfather Mountain is:
The highest mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountain range (elv. 5,964 ft)
The Mountain is privately owned and is operated as a scenic travel attraction a world-class nature preserve
One ticket price includes everything:
Guests purchase tickets (one ticket per person) and drive their own vehicles through the park, stopping along the way to enjoy a variety of activities.
Main Attractions
beautiful mountain scenery
Mile High Swinging Bridge
Environmental Habitats for native wildlife
Black Bears, Bear cubs, River Otters, Cougars, Eagles and Deer Nature Museum excellent exhibits about the natural history of the region
theater that shows nature movies made on the mountain
restaurant and gift shop
South's best alpine hiking trails
Picnicking Over 100 picnic tables and grills are scattered throughout the park. The picnic area located on the right about 1/3 mile up the summit road is equipped with a water fountain and restrooms.
Upcoming Events
Carolina Nights Dinner Show
Located in Maggie Valley, the Carolina Nights Dinner Show combines good food with country, bluegrass, contemporary or gospel music along with a comedy act for exciting family entertainment.
714 Soco Road, Maggie Valley
(34 miles from Asheville)
888/622-SHOW
Hours: Open May-December. Allow 1½ hours for visit. Admission: Varies. Reservations required.
Holidays
On holidays you'll enjoy live music on holidays with hamburgers and hot dogs.
