Frank Gross Recreation Area campground
Frank Gross Recreation Area
What's on-site at Frank Gross Recreation Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Frank Gross Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Gross | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Deep Hole Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Deep Hole | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hawk Mountain (Base) Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wildcat Lodge & Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Frank Gross Recreation Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Toccoa River Near Dial | 319 cfs | → |
| Nottely River Near Blairsville | 91 cfs | → |
| Chestatee River Near Dahlonega | 368 cfs | → |
| Cartecay River Near Ellijay | 186 cfs | → |
| Amicalola Creek Near Dawsonville | 115 cfs | → |
| Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock | 20 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Frank Gross Recreation Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dahlonega | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jasper | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sautee 3.5 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Germany Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dillard 0.7 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Blood Mountain
- Amicalola Falls State Park
- Wilderness Rich Mountain
- Vogel State Park
- Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site
- Lumpkin County Park
Boat launches
- Mallard Point Road 109, Fannin County
- Morrison Moore Parkway East Dahlonega
- Jack's Creek Boat Ramp
- Doucette Circle 2647, 30512
- Watts Place South Union County
- Nottely Dam Road Union County
Fishing spots
- Noontootla Creek Farms
- Dockery Lake
- Carters Lake
- Hickory Nut Cove Trout Farm
- Sawnee Creek
- Lake Burton
Paddle runs
- Old Turnpike Crossing To Martin Branch Bridge
- Mark Trail Wilderness Boundry To Old Turnpike Crossing Near Vandiver Branch
- Martin Branch Bridge To Robertsontown Bridge On Ga Highway 356
- Source Near Chattahoochee Gap To Mark Trail Wilderness Boundary
- Source In Cohutta Wilderness To Nf Boundary North Of Murray's Lake
- Southern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness Near Peter Cove To Northern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness Near Alaculsy
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Frank Gross Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Frank Gross Recreation Area
Can I make reservations at Frank Gross Recreation Area?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Frank Gross Recreation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Frank Gross Recreation Area.