Summary
The site is located near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offering easy access to hiking trails and scenic overlooks. The campground amenities include restrooms, picnic tables, and fire rings. The site operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and has 18 campsites. The best time to visit is during the fall season, from September to November, with average temperatures ranging from 50-70°F. It is a popular time to visit due to the beautiful autumn foliage. Visitors can also enjoy nearby attractions such as Dollywood Amusement Park, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge. Low Gap Camp is an ideal camping destination for those who love to explore nature's beauty while enjoying a peaceful camping experience.
15-Day Long Term Forecast
Nearby Campgrounds
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Low Gap Camp
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Watauga Dam Tailwater
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Little Oak Campground
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Little Oak
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Cardens Bluff Campground
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Cardens Bluff
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Watauga River At Elizabethton
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378cfs |
Doe River At Elizabethton
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293cfs |
Beaver Creek At Bristol
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15cfs |
S F Holston River Near Damascus
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176cfs |
Watauga River Near Sugar Grove
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47cfs |
M F Holston River Near Meadowview
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103cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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ELIZABETHTON
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FLAT SPRINGS 1E
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FLAT SPRINGS 1.2 E
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ABINGDON 3S
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VILAS 6.3 NNW
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BEECH MOUNTAIN
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Big Springs Road 244, Sullivan County
River Runs
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Headwaters To Tn/Va State Line
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Watauga Reservoir To Tn/Nc State Line
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Green Cove--Jefferson Nf Near Confluence Of Star Hill Branch To Confluence With Whitetop Laurel
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Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 100.6) To Mine Branch (Rm 99.3)
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Whitetop Laurel--Jefferson Nf Boundary (Intersection Of Hwy 58 And Sr 859) To Jefferson Nf Boundary Above Damascus
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Boundary Between Mitchell And Yancy Counties To Nc/Tn Stateline
Elizabethton Historic District
Elizabethton City Park
Walter Curtis Memorial Park
Watauga Point Recreational Area
Haynesfield Park
Nolichucky River
Big Horse Creek
Bark Camp Recreation Area
Dillard Place
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