The Hitching Post Campground
Property Description
The Hitching Post Campground is located in the Hickory Nut Gorge, just minutes from such attractions as Lake Lure, Chimney Rock State Park, Bat Cave, Rumbling Bald, and the Rocky Broad River. The HP is a tranquil, peaceful resort nestled in a beautiful valley boasting of abundant wildlife and gorgeous scenery, where one can retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This virtual paradise offers such amenities as a fishing pond, playground, camp store, bath house, and nature trails. The nature trails cover forty-four acres, winding their way around babbling brooks, cascading waterfalls, and flora indigenous to the western North Carolina mountains.
Driving Directions
From 74 Bypass: Take Hwy 9 North approximately 13 miles to the Lake Lure city limits sign. Take the next left onto Girls Camp Road (beside Ingle’s grocery store). Go approximately one mile to the HP on the right. From I-26: Take the Columbus/Tryon exit, then east on Hwy 108 toward Rutherfordton. Take Hwy 9 North approximately 9 miles to the Lake Lure city limits sign. Take the next left onto Girls Camp Rd. (beside Ingle’s grocery store). Go approximately one mile to the HP on the right. From Lake Lure: Take Hwy 64/74 toward Rutherfordton to Hwy 9 South. Travel approximately 0.3 miles and turn right onto Girls Camp Rd. (beside Ingle’s grocery store). Go approximately one miles to the HP on the right.