Rocky Bluff
Hot Springs, North Carolina
| Address: | 2145 NC-209, Hot Springs, NC 28743, USA |
| GPS: |
35°51'45.8"N 82°50'50.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | North Carolina |
Camp, Hike, and Swim
Play in water in creek, shallow at times.Courtesy of swimmingholes.org
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Hot Springs, North Carolina
- Head southwest on Bridge St (144 ft)
- Continue straight onto NC-209 S/Lance AveContinue to follow NC-209 S(3.2 mi)
From Asheville, go about 35 mi northwest on routes I-26/251/213/25 to town of Hot Springs N.C.. From Hot Springs, go about 3 mi south on Rt 209 to Rocky Bluff Campground. It is a short walk in the woods to a rushing stream (Spring Creek) where one can slide in the rapids.Courtesy of swimmingholes.org
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