The campsite description contained on this page was developed from the perspective of Boy Scout leaders to enable them to choose campsites for Boy Scout Troops. The general public is welcome to use this information. Please be aware that we neither run these campsites, take reservations, nor endorse them in any way. We provide this information for the use of our Boy Scout leaders. Descend past Hickory Knob and Little Hickory Knob to the Forest Service Depot on U.S. 276.
Views are the best in winter without foliage.
Visiting the Cradle of Forestry is recommended. Here in 1898, forestry in America was first practiced and first taught. This is a moderate hike of about 8 miles. Catawba Lodge, Order of the Arrow Mecklenburg County Council, Boy Scouts of America. The information presented here is not an official document of either the Mecklenburg County Council or the Boy Scouts of America, but is the responsibility of the homepage maintainer.