We are excited to welcome guests back to Spacious Skies Bear Den as our area continues recovering from the recent storm.
Many of our RV Sites and cabins are now available for reservations, for both long-term and daily stays, and we are working tirelessly to restore the entire campground for visitors.
All access roads to the property are open; however, ongoing utility work may cause lane closures and temporary traffic delays. The Blue Ridge Parkway is also operating with periodic one-lane closures during daytime hours for storm clean-up efforts. For details on Blue Ridge Parkway closures, please visit their official website.
Our onsite team recommends the following directions to reach the campground.
Start in Charlotte, NC
Take I-40 West to Exit 86
Take Exit 86 for U.S. Highway 221.
Turn right onto US-221 North.
Follow US-221 North for 29.2 miles
Pass under the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Turn left onto Three Mile Road
Drive 3.5 miles to the stop sign.
Take the first left onto Altapass Highway
Continue on Altapass Highway for 3.1 miles.
Turn left onto Henredon Road
Drive 0.7 miles on Henredon Road.
Turn right onto Humpback Mountain Road.
Stay on Humpback Mountain Road for 2 miles.
Cross over the Blue Ridge Parkway and continue onto Bear Den Mountain Road.
Follow Bear Den Mountain Road until you reach the campground entrance.
Take I-40 East to Exit 86
Take Exit 86 for U.S. Highway 221.
Turn right onto US-221 North.
Follow US-221 North for 29.2 miles
Pass under the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Turn left onto Three Mile Road
Drive 3.5 miles to the stop sign.
Take the first left onto Altapass Highway
Continue on Altapass Highway for 3.1 miles.
Turn left onto Henredon Road
Drive 0.7 miles on Henredon Road.
Turn right onto Humpback Mountain Road.
Stay on Humpback Mountain Road for 2 miles.
Cross over the Blue Ridge Parkway and continue onto Bear Den Mountain Road.
Follow Bear Den Mountain Road until you reach the campground entrance.
While we’re making great progress, some amenities remain unavailable, including the a few of the hiking trails.
Guests should use caution when exploring the property and avoid areas still undergoing cleanup. Active work continues throughout the property including certain sections of the park that remain closed as of 2/14/2025.
Here’s what’s available now:
✔ The rec hall/arcade, gem mine, basketball court, jumping pillow, and playground
✔ Natural swimming lake
✔ Private fishing lake
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Because of some lingering road damage in the area stemming from Hurricane Helene, we suggest guests confirm their travel plans/directions at www.DriveNC.gov which provides current road conditions throughout the region, including alternate route recommendations for through traffic on I-40 and I-26.
The town of Spruce Pine continues its recovery, and we appreciate your patience as local businesses reopen. Walmart, gas stations, and most restaurants are operational, though downtown businesses may remain temporarily closed. If venturing out, please contact the business via phone to confirm hours.
We also encourage you to visit local businesses to help the community rebuild.
For updates and ways to support Spruce Pine’s recovery, follow @DowntownSprucePine.
We look forward to welcoming you to Spacious Skies Bear Den! If you have any questions before your visit, feel free to contact us or check our website for the latest updates. Safe travels, and we can’t wait to see you soon!
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