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Down By The River Campground +

292 River Campground Rd.

Pineola, NC 28662

(828) 733-5057

Make our centrally located Down by the River Campground your home away from home as you enjoy the outstanding attractions and breathtaking scenes found in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Our unique campground is located on the Linville River just minutes from Grandfather Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our campers love our spacious, level, landscaped sites. All sites are full hookup with firepits and many are pull through.

The campground roads are paved as well as all patio sites so don’t forget your bikes. Pets enjoy the pet park and large grassy field. Bring your fishing gear and hook a mountain trout or just sit and relax in front of our outside fireplace.

We can accommodate groups, large rigs, and tents. Our large activity center is complete with a pooltable, multigame table for children and we offer daily activities including cards, games, dance classes, horseshoes and more.

For those of you who love to eat, our potluck lunches and breakfast will hit the spot. Check out our webpage at www.downbytherivercampground.com. We would love to talk with you about visiting our campground so give us a call at 828-733-5057. We look forward to hearing from you.

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47th Annual Covered Bridge Celebration

Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 6:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Wednesday, May 1, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 1:45 pm

"A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary"

Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 8:00 pm
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47th Annual Covered Bridge Celebration

Thursday, June 20, 2013, 6:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Thursday, May 2, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Thursday, June 20, 2013, 1:45 pm

Marion Mountain Music

Thursday, June 20, 2013, 7:00 pm

"A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary"

Thursday, June 20, 2013, 8:00 pm
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47th Annual Covered Bridge Celebration

Friday, June 21, 2013, 6:00 pm

Historic Lexington Walking Tour

Friday, April 5, 2013, 3:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Friday, May 3, 2013, 12:00 pm

Something's Fishy

Friday, June 21, 2013, 10:00 am

Copy of Something's Fishy

Friday, June 21, 2013, 10:00 am

Live Music @ The Orchard

Friday, June 21, 2013, 1:45 pm

Fridays after Five at Biltmore - Firecracker Jazz Band

Friday, June 21, 2013, 5:00 pm

Copy of Paint the Town

Friday, June 21, 2013, 5:30 pm

Bluegrass Jam

Friday, June 21, 2013, 7:00 pm

Old Fort Mountain Music

Friday, June 21, 2013, 7:00 pm

Open Mic at Zack's Pub

Friday, June 21, 2013, 7:00 pm

Live Music & Dancing

Friday, June 21, 2013, 7:30 pm

"A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary"

Friday, June 21, 2013, 8:00 pm
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47th Annual Covered Bridge Celebration

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 6:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Saturday, May 4, 2013, 12:00 pm

Storytelling Walks

Saturday, June 1, 2013, 12:00 pm

Music in the Mountains Concert Series +

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 6:30 pm

Junior Ranger Boot Camp

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 10:00 am

Super Saturdays at the Orchard

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 10:30 am

Winchester International Festival

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 11:00 am

Storytelling Hayrides: The People and History of Altapass

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 1:00 pm

Glorious Gospel

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 3:00 pm

"Black Stillettos" CD Release Party

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 4:00 pm

Tracks Music & Dance

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 6:30 pm

Hot Pickers Show

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 7:00 pm

"A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary"

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 8:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 12:00 pm

89th Annual Singing on the Mountain

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 8:30 am

Storytelling Hayrides: The People and History of Altapass

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 1:00 pm

Informal Jam on the Porch

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 2:00 pm

Biltmore Concert Series - The Four Tops & The Temptations

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 8:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Monday, June 24, 2013, 12:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 12:00 pm

Historic Marion Tailgate Market

Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 3:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 1:45 pm

Fridays after Five at Biltmore - Jazzberries

Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 5:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 1:45 pm

Marion Mountain Music

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 7:00 pm
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Historic Lexington Walking Tour

Friday, June 28, 2013, 3:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Friday, May 3, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Friday, June 28, 2013, 1:45 pm

Fridays after Five at Biltmore

Friday, June 28, 2013, 5:00 pm

Bluegrass Jam

Friday, June 28, 2013, 7:00 pm

Old Fort Mountain Music

Friday, June 28, 2013, 7:00 pm

Live Music & Dancing

Friday, June 28, 2013, 7:30 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 12:00 pm

Storytelling Walks

Saturday, June 1, 2013, 12:00 pm

Music in the Mountains Concert Series +

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 6:30 pm

Caddisfly Cases

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 9:00 am

Waterborne Lake Tour

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 10:00 am

Super Saturdays at the Orchard

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 10:30 am

Storytelling Hayrides: The People and History of Altapass

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 1:00 pm

Copy of Vineyard Deck Music Series

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 1:00 pm

Glorious Gospel

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 2:00 pm

Tracks Music & Dance

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 6:30 pm

Brian Baugus live at Zack's Pub

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 7:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 12:00 pm

Red, White & Bluegrass Festival

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 11:00 am

Storytelling Hayrides: The People and History of Altapass

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 1:00 pm

Informal Jam on the Porch

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 2:00 pm
           

Highlights & Happenings

  • Peaks of Otter, MP 86
  • With stunning views, natural beauty, and the surrounding Jefferson National Forest, it’s no wonder the Peaks of Otter area has attracted people to the region for more than 8,000 years.
  • Mount Pisgah, MP 408
  • Mount Pisgah’s spectacular views, hiking trails, camping and the Mount Pisgah Inn make this area a popular destination for visitors along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The mountain and thousands of surrounding acres was originally purchased by indust
  • Folk Art Center, Milepost 382
  • Open year round, the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway showcases the finest in traditional and contemporary craft of the Southern Appalachians.
  • Waterrock Knob, MP 451.2
  • An ideal spot for watching sunrise and sunsets across the rugged mountains, Waterrock Knob Visitor Center sits at almost 6,000 feet elevation. Exhibits, book sales, and a trail leading to the summit of Waterrock Knob await visitors. The last hik
  • James River & Otter Creek, MP 60-63.8
  • At the lowest elevation along the Parkway, visitors can hike, camp, fish, have a picnic, and see restored Battery Creek Lock from the Kanawha Canal.
  • Rocky Knob & Mabry Mill, MP 169, 176.2
  • These Parkway treasures offer many opportunities for visitors including hiking, camping, picnicking, and one of the most-photographed structures along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
  • Cumberland Knob, MP 217.5
  • Located near the Virginia state line, Cumberland Knob is the site where construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway began in 1935. It was the first recreation area opened to the public and remains a favorite destination for both locals and visitors. The m
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Directory & Travel Planner
  • The 64th edition of the Blue Ridge Parkway Directory & Travel Planner is here! Explore area lodging and attractions, Parkway maps, services and more.
  • Attractions, Dining, Shopping & More
  • From fine arts to fun, experience the best places and activities to enhance your visit to the Blue Ridge Parkway region.
  • Camping
  • Camping is one way visitors traveling through the Blue Ridge Parkway can spend the night under the stars in one of America’s most beautiful natural settings.
  • Blooms & Wildlife Watching
  • Don't forget your cameras and binoculars when visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway! Learn when and where to see blooms along your journey.
  • Hiking Trails
  • A journey on the Blue Ridge Parkway offers motorists spectacular views of Southern Appalachia’s diverse beauty for 469.1 uninterrupted miles.
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