Bear Den Campground is located in the playground of the Western North Carolina High Country. Visit Spruce Pine, the Gemstone Mining Capital of the United States (As seen on the Learning Channel) or hike the well known Appalachian Trail or tour the famous Penland School of Crafts. All are just minutes away!
| Local Attractions | Distance (miles) |
| Biltmore House | 55 |
| Blowing Rock | 30 |
| Grandfather Mountain | 16 |
| Linville Caverns | 8 |
| Mount Mitchell | 35 |
| NC Museum of Minerals | 6 |
| Tweetsie Railroad | 28 |
| Lynn Cove Viaduct | 15 |
| Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine | 8 |
| Grassy Creek Golf Course | 9 |
| Mountain Adventure Guides (whitewater rafting) |
11 |
| Buck Creek Trout Farm | 20 |
| Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree Arts & Crafts | 12 |
| Downtown Riverwalk | 11 |
| Linville Gorge | 11 |
| Orchard at Altapass | 3 |
