Black Bear Campground & Park

05/29/2026

05/09/2026

02/04/2026

Day use area and Campground is open. Thank you for your Patience!

06/12/2025

🎆🇺🇸 Celebrate the Fourth at Black Bear Campground & Park!🇺🇸🎆

Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day? 🏕️☀️

Come enjoy the beauty of nature right here at Black Bear Campground and Park in Marion, NC! Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a full family vacation, we have everything you need for a memorable Fourth of July:

🔥 Spacious primitive campsites
🌳 Shady picnic areas
🌊 Easy access to Lake James
🏞️ Scenic hiking trails

Spots are filling up quickly for the holiday weekend, so don’t wait! Reserve your site today and make this Fourth of July one to remember. 🇺🇸

📞 Call us or book online: 828-803-5819
📍 6192 Lake James Rd, Marion, NC 28752
🌐 https://blackbearcampgroundandpark.com

06/03/2025

We are excited to welcome everyone back to the new and improved Marion Pool this summer! The Marion Pool will open on Saturday June 7th at 11:00 AM.

The pool will operate on the following schedule for the month of June:
Mondays - Closed
Tuesdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Wednesdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Thursdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Fridays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Saturdays - 11:00 to 5:00 PM
Sundays - 1:00 to 5:00 PM

Admisson will be:
Adults - $3.00
Students - $2.00
Seniors/Non-school Aged Children - $1.50

Stay tuned for updates regarding the Old Fort pool schedule and changes to pool schedules in the future.