Directions:
Take I-240 W to I-26 W / US-19/23 N toward Weaverville.
Exit 19A — merge onto US-25/70 W toward Marshall/Hot Springs.
Continue ~22–25 miles on US-25/70 W (stay on bypass past Marshall).
Turn right onto NC 208.
Follow 208 ~5–6 miles along the river.
Bear River Lodge gate will be on the right. Use code to enter gate if closed.
Keep right on Bear River Lodge Trail, climb mountain, Lot is on right (Look for #61 sign)