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Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter

Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter is located along the Davidson River on the Pisgah National Forest. This picnic area was named for the sycamore trees which line the banks of the river. The shelter is available on a first come, first served basis from mid-November to April 15th. Reservations are available April 16th through mid-November. Some amenities may not be available during the off-season. This is a popular destination with limited parking, please plan accordingly. Sycamore Flats Picnic Area offers excellent swimming and wading, trout fishing, and tubing opportunities on the Davidson River. There is an accessible fishing pier.

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Amenities & rules

Pets allowed

Fees: Same day reservations ARE NOT available.

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Getting there

The facility is located along Hwy 276 (Forest Heritage National Scenic Byway) approximately 1 mile from the intersection of Hwy 280 and US 64 in Pisgah Forest, NC, and approximately 15 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.