RV rental Mount Mitchell State Park, NC: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Whether you are looking for a short stroll through the woods or a more intensive hike, you have the choice of many trails when camping at Mount Mitchell State Park. A popular choice is the Balsam Nature Trail, which is short at just 0.75 miles. The small steam that runs along this trail is the highest spring in eastern America. One of the hardest trails to tackle is the Mount Mitchell Trail, used to climb the mighty mountain. This 6-mile trail will take around 4-5 hours of hard hiking just to reach the top, so it is best suited to more experienced hikers. Although hiking is the main activity for those Mount Mitchell State Park camping, there are plenty of other things to enjoy. You could have a mile-high picnic at the top of a mountain, thanks to the shaft picnic area that is open all year round. There are 40 picnic tables available, as well as some stone grills and drinking water. The two larger picnic shelters with fireplaces are great for group gatherings, especially if the weather is not very nice, and are free of charge to use. To learn more about the park and the nature of the area, many visitors camping with an RV choose to take part in one of the interpretive programs lead by knowledgeable park rangers. The events are free and will give you a better insight into the natural world of the mountain and beyond. Pack a pair of binoculars with you as this is a great opportunity to try and spot some of the wildlife that calls the park their home.