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Low Gap Campground

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Located within the Chattahoochee National Forest and veiled by the Mark Trail Wilderness. Each site has a picnic table, a fire ring, and a lantern post. Low Gap Campground is located in the Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area of the Chattahoochee National Forest.

max Stay

14 nights

max Concurrent Stay

1 campsite(s) held

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Each site has a picnic table, a fire ring, and a lantern post. There are 3 areas in the campground with bear resistant trash bins. There is one chemical vault toilet located across the bridge at the back of the campground. Drinking water from our fresh well is located at the back of the campground and has a seasonal hand pump to draw out the water.

Natural Features

Low Gap Campground is located in the Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Named for Low Gap Creek that flows through the campground, this creek is stocked with trout weekly from April to July by the Georgia DNR. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.

Recreation

The area is host to some of the most scenic views. Or you can take a drive along FS 44 Road (Upper Chattahoochee River Road) and see some waterfalls that are along the roadway and or others a short walk in nearby areas. If hiking is in your plans the National Scenic Appalachian Trail has two main entry points near the area. Other favorite nearby hiking areas are Ravens Cliff Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Anna Ruby Falls. All are only a short drive from this campground. If you like wetting fishing lines there is fishing is available in the campground, and along the nearby Chattahoochee River, whose headwaters are in the Mark Trail Wilderness. Be sure you are following the state fishing licensing regulations. Drive into "Alpine" Helen try tubing and swimming on the river, or explore the unique shops and restaurants of Georgia's own Bavarian village.

Nearby Attractions

The alpine village of Helen, Georgia is located a few miles south of the campground where there are a host of water and non-water activities for all to enjoy. Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Ravens Cliff are all a short distance away for those who love to hike. Other nearby recreation activities include the National Scenic Appalachian Trail (A.T.) and over the gap is Brasstown Bald the highest mountain peak in Georgia rising to 4784 feet above sea level.

Important notices

All Camping is by Reservation Only. There are no First Come, First Serve sites. Before your trip, you will need to book your reservations by going to www.recreation.gov or calling the call center at (877) 444-6777. They will be happy to assist you in making your reservations over the phone.
Camping or maintaining a campsite in developed and dispersed areas in excess of 14 days within any 30-day time period. After the camper(s) has accumulated 14 days within any 30-day time period, the camper(s) must leave that area/campground and move from Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest land before returning for another stay. 36 CFR Section 261.58(a).
Generators may be used up to a total of 4 hours per day between the hours of 6:00 am and 10:00 pm. The hours between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am are quiet hours. Generators are to be at a low volume to not unreasonably disturb other campers. If they are disturbing other campers you may be asked to turn them off.
No hunting within any developed campground, developed campsite, developed trail, or other developed recreation site on the Chattahooche-Oconee National Forest.

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Common questions

Is Low Gap Campground available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 14 of the next 14 days, starting Mon, Jul 27. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Low Gap Campground?

Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.

How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?

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