Relax & Unwind in the South Mountains
Make Your Camping
Trip Unforgettable
Peace, Fresh Mountain Air, & Countless Adventures Await
GOLDENSTONE CAMP (GSC) is in beautiful, peaceful Golden Valley (Bostic), NC. Golden Valley is in the center of the majestic South Mountains, a mountain range carved out of the Blue Ridge by erosion and lying just east of the main Blue Ridge Mountain range. It is a broad belt of peaks and knobs rising abruptly from a deep valley (Golden Valley). These steep, rugged mountains encompass 100,000 acres (404 km2) in Rutherford, Burke, and Cleveland counties, away from the lights and sounds of the city. GSC sits at the intersection of NC 226 (South Mountains Scenery Scenic Byway and Golden Valley Church Road and provides easy, paved access from all points north, south, east, and west. Except for an occasional passing vehicle, all you will hear are the sounds of the river that runs behind the campsites and the sounds of nature at your doorstep. You will also enjoy nights away from the city lights, where the moon and stars in the clear mountain sky and fireflies are your primary light source.
River Adjacent Full Hook-up Sites
All river adjacent sites are 25' wide, level, and have full hook-ups with 50/30/20-amp service, potable water, and sewer connections. The sites include a solid wood picnic table, 2 Adirondack chairs, and a portable fire pit. The sites provide nice shade cover and are a short walking distance to the river.
Lighten Your Load and Maximize Your Adventure
GSC offers easy, nearby access to the following sites and adventures:
-> The First Broad River, on the property, offers bathing, tubing, fishing, and gold panning;
-> The South Mountains Scenery Byway (NC Hwy 226) and the Blue Ridge Parkway for vehicle touring through the majestic Mountains of western North Carolina;
-> South Mountains State Park for hiking, picnicking, nature watching, and trekking to the many beautiful waterfalls in the park. Many other wonderful trails and waterfalls are also located nearby;
-> The South Mountains Game Lands for our guests who enjoy the hunt;
-> Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort offers day passes for purchase to enjoy the resort amenities, especially for the kids (approximately 5 minutes away);
-> Forest City (approximately 20 minutes away);
-> Luxurious Lake Lure (approximately 45 minutes away);
-> Chimney Rock (approximately 55 minutes away);
-> Asheville (approximately 55 minutes away);
-> Charlotte (approximately 1 hour away);
Campground Tour
Campfire Stories & Outdoor Adventures
GSC is for campers who love exploring the beauty of nature and sharing experiences with family and friends.