National Forests in North Carolina

US Forest Service • North Carolina

8
Ranger Districts
98
Campgrounds

Ranger Districts

District Campgrounds Camping Roads View
Appalachian Ranger District 12 - View District →
Cheoah Ranger District 13 - View District →
Croatan Ranger District 8 - View District →
Grandfather Ranger District 8 - View District →
Nantahala Ranger District 22 - View District →
Pisgah Ranger District 21 - View District →
Tusquittee Ranger District 4 - View District →
Uwharrie Ranger District 10 - View District →

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About National Forests in North Carolina

National Forests in North Carolina is managed by the US Forest Service and contains 8 ranger districts. Each ranger district has its own Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) showing roads where dispersed camping is allowed.

Dispersed camping in National Forests is typically free and allowed along designated roads shown on MVUMs. Stay limits are usually 14 days within a 30-day period. Check each district's page for specific regulations.

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