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Gold River / camp + cabins

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· Marion, Mc Dowell, North Carolina
5 acres hosted by Kathryn R.
5 lodging sites · 3 RV/tent sites
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A former Gold & Gem Panning operation on the Second Broad River, this little slice of paradise was once a part of the United States' first gold rush, in one of the most bustling regions in the early 1800s. Now, a trending campground with 9 glamping cabins, tents spots, and one RV. Recently renovated, you'll find a sparkling clean bath house, community and private fire pits, a covered pavilion, and of course the relaxing river with gold panning equipment available to all guests. Gold River is the perfect base camp for your adventures; with dozens of activities within 30 minutes, you won't be short of entertaining options to choose from. 
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
River, stream, or creek
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82 ratings · 67 reviews
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Charleigh S.recommends
March 28, 2024
Camping - 13' Bell Tent Provided
Great place to camp! Very clean bathrooms and hot water in the showers. 10/10 recommend
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Brenda H.recommends
November 7, 2023
Luxe Glamping Tent for 4
It is a very eclectic site offering something for eveyone- tent campers to cabins to tiny houses. Offer a great public area with games, grill, and microwave. Kids loved panning for gold. Very thoughtful hosts who ensured we had electric blankets to keep us warm. Bathrooms and showers very clean.
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Jennifer V.recommends
October 23, 2023
Riverfront Tent Site (Primitive)
Creekside Tent Camping for the win!
This is a nice spot to tent camp. The babbling creek is lovely. I especially appreciated the warm showers after a day of mountain biking, and the heated bathrooms on a chilly morning! The road noise is a bit much, but earplugs help.
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Kelsey P.recommends
September 17, 2023
Riverfront Tent Site (Primitive)
First time hipcampers… 10/10
We really enjoyed tent camping at one of the four spots! The bathrooms were super clean and amenities were very nice. We didn’t use the grill or kitchen area, but plan to when we come back for another stay!
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Abby C.recommends
September 4, 2023
Riverfront Tent Site (Primitive)
Great amenities, well kept. Pretty place right on the river. Family friendly.
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Jessica W.recommends
August 12, 2023
Bell Tent Camping - Tent Included
Beautiful property
This is a beautiful space with lovely, thoughtful amenities. The entire property is welcoming and clean. There is a significant amount of road noise at all hours and if you're looking for a quiet, secluded getaway, this may not be ideal as the accommodations are all relatively close together. That said, it was a great stay and we would recommend it to others!
Location
Marion, Mc Dowell, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Mánu: Yį Įsuwą (Catawba) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Kathryn R.

Joined in August 2021
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