Candler, North Carolina Campground

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! We are conveniently located right off of I-40 for easy on and off access! We are easy to find and get to. 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 one of our wonderful nature trails , easily accessed from any of our camp sites or take a relaxing hike on a number of picture perfect trails on the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway and beyond. The options are endless. You'll enjoy surrounding yourself in the beauty of trees, flowers and wildlife. We are not far away from beautiful waterfalls as well! Come see what the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer.

Our campground is not far from all the fun and excitement of downtown Asheville, white water rafting, gem mines, the Biltmore Estate , Pisgah National Forest , Chimney Rock, The Great Smoky Mountains National Park , Grandfather Mountain and many, many other attractions. Plan on camping an extra day or two- there's so much to see and do! Do you have a motorcycle? We have tons of beautiful rides to send you on! Do you need more suggestions of things to do in our area? We got you covered!

Come and see us! Our KOA 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.

Campground Amenities

50 Max Amp
65' Max Length
Wi-Fi
Cable TV
Pool (5/26 - 9/15)
Propane ($)
Kamping Kitchen
Firewood ($)
Pavilion
Dog Park

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What Others Are Saying

Overall Camper Rating:

Family owned, well maintained, great little store, sterile baths, pool, just lovely 9/21/2020

- Betsy Lehner on Google

This was my first time at a KOA and I had a great experience. Good facilities and even better staff. I would definitely recommend! 9/9/2020

- Eric Daume on Google

We traveled with my husband to an anniversary trip and we spent some amazing days! We loved the place, the attention and the cabin was very clean! I recommend this place! 9/3/2020

- Laura Beaune on Google

We came in after dark and there was not much light 9/22/2020

Best place I have ever stayed at that really focused on the campers 9/22/2020

We stayed in a cabin for our visit and I don't camp so I was thinking the worst. When I walked in, I about fell over. It was SO clean and perfect! The grounds were also immaculate! The staff could not be any friendlier! If you read the reviews... 9/21/2020

Very big KOA, you can tell they are making improvements, but need more gravel in back sites 9/21/2020

A lovely rustic campground with plenty of amenities to enjoy. Friendly staff, planned activities in season, beautiful hiking trail to explore. 9/20/2020

Location is nice just outside of Ashville, however located on top of a hill next to the highway makes a noisy night. Interior roads are gravel and when it rains is very wet and puddles. Sites are large, however do need to have levelers. I would stay with them again. 9/20/2020

Stay was great to bad it rain most the time! 9/19/2020

The campground was nice, but the noise and smell- next to the highway and Canton were very bad 9/19/2020

2nd time staying here, good location to surrounding area, nice place, great friendly staff! 9/19/2020

Really friendly staff and close to everything. Site near the highway can be a bit noisy but the back of the park is very quiet. Dump is a bit tight for longer rigs and the Far East side of the park has an area that was just redone and a bit muddy. 9/19/2020

Friendly, Helpful Staff, Very Clean Facilities, noise from freeway but that's ok, Loved the short trails around the campground -- Thanks Again! :) 9/17/2020

Very clean, quiet, well run and supplied grounds. Nice trails, pool, grilling areas, dog runs. Very clean showers and bathrooms! Super nice staff, easy access with large motorhomes or campers. Loved it! 9/16/2020

The place is beautiful and clean. The workers were friendly and helpful. We were disappointed we were asked not to use the bathrooms or showers if we had one in our camper. We specifically look for campgrounds that have high ratings on the bath houses... 9/15/2020

Great stay. Good lay out. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was very friendly and professional. I would like to thanks Holly and George for making as so welcome and assisting us upon arrival. Holly... 9/15/2020

Clean facilities. Friendly staff. Family oriented. It was the perfect stay. 9/14/2020

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Campground Recreation

Asheville West KOA Themed Weekends 2020-2021
Saturdays (throughout the summer)
Nature Trails on the Campground
Campground Book Exchange
Giant Jenga
Zip Line and Canopy Tours
Horseback Riding
Gem Mining
Ice Cream Saturdays
Lawn Games
Coffee and Hot Beverage Bar
Hot Air Balloon Rides

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KOA Holiday Campgrounds

Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio™ and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.

KOA Holidays Feature:

RV Sites with a KOA Patio™
Deluxe Cabins with full baths
Premium Tent Sites
Group meeting facilities

Latest Hot Deal

Big Weekend

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WHEN: May 14-15, 2021

WHAT: Stay Friday night, May 14th at a participating campground, and get Saturday night, May 15th for just $20*.

WHY: The Big Weekend helps raise funds to send kids with cancer to medically-supervised camps all across North America. Kids fighting cancer deserve a chance to attend a summer camp and to just be a kid again. Funds raised from May 15 support the KOA Care Camps Trust which distributes more than $1 million dollars annually to support 125+ Care Camps each year. Learn more at koacarecamps.org.

* Only at participating KOA locations. Applies to one-site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Not valid with other discounts.

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Campground Events

The Lost Fairy: A Scavenger Hike Adventure

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Jun 27 - Sep 30, 2020

The fairies have been busy this spring and new fairy houses are cropping up all over our hiking trail. But rumor has it that one little fairy has gone missing--and the woods...

Jun - Sep 27 - 30

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Local Area

Open for reservations with restrictions as per state and local guidelines. Visit their website for current information.

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.

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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.

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Visit website. This historic walking tour makes a 1.7 mile loop of downtown and tell the fascinating story of Asheville. Enjoy the fresh air and soak up the unique charm of Asheville. Allow 2 1/2 hours of time.

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Witness some of the most breathtaking views our part of the country has to offer! While the Parkway runs 469 miles through Virginia and North Carolina, we are most proud of our portion of the Parkway. Enjoy a picnic while taking in the vistas or hike any of the numerous trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are picture taking opportunities around every bend. Come see what one of the most frequently visited National Parks in the United States is all about!

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