Hendersonville, NC
DuPont Yurts
Less than a mile from DuPont State Recreational Forest, DuPont Yurts is a glampground built for waterfall chasers — six waterfalls and 80 miles of trails start…
Blue Ridge Mountains · North Carolina
Private campsites & glamping in Hendersonville, NC
Hendersonville is the waterfall capital's front door — a historic downtown of brick storefronts, apple orchards, and the kind of Main Street that still has a soda fountain, sitting 25 minutes south of Asheville. DuPont State Recreational Forest, with its six named waterfalls and 80+ miles of trails, starts practically at the town line. It's quieter and more affordable than Asheville, with the same Blue Ridge backdrop.
Glamping around Hendersonville means luxury yurts a mile from DuPont's trailheads, with full kitchens and fire pits for post-hike evenings. Plan waterfall days early — Triple Falls and High Falls fill up by midday in summer. The town's apple orchards and the Cheers Trail (wineries, cideries, breweries) round out the itinerary.
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Camping in Hendersonville: FAQs
Which waterfalls are closest to Hendersonville?
DuPont State Forest's big three — Hooker, Triple, and High Falls — are 15-20 minutes from downtown. Looking Glass Falls in Pisgah National Forest is 25 minutes west on the Forest Heritage Scenic Byway.
Is Hendersonville a good alternative to Asheville?
Very. It's 25 minutes south on I-26, with lower lodging rates, free downtown parking, and a genuinely charming Main Street. Many visitors base in Hendersonville and day-trip to Asheville, the Biltmore, and Brevard.
When is apple season in Hendersonville?
Late August through October, with peak picking in September. Orchards along the apple-country byways offer pick-your-own, cider donuts, and corn mazes — it pairs perfectly with October leaf season.
Can you swim at DuPont waterfalls?
Hooker Falls has a popular swimming hole; the bases of Triple and High Falls are dangerous and off-limits for swimming. Always check current forest regulations — cliff jumping is prohibited and strictly enforced.
What's the food scene like?
Surprisingly strong: farm-to-table restaurants downtown, the Cheers Trail's 23 wineries, cideries, and breweries, and old-school spots like the soda fountain. DuPont Yurts' seasonal on-site canteen covers ice cream and craft beer.