Low Gap Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in Georgia . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are May-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Low Gap Campground located in Georgia, offering 50 camping sites.
Low Gap Campground
A Rural campground in Georgia
Overview
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Low Gap Campground Is Located in the Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area of the Chattahoochee National Forest.
the Area Is Host to Some of the Most Scenic Views. If Hiking Is in Your Plans the National Scenic Appalachian Trail Has Two Main Entry Points Near the Area. 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. Other Nearby Recreation Activities Include the National Scenic Appalachian Trail (a.
Located Within the Chattahoochee National Forest and Veiled by the Mark Trail Wilderness. This 13-Site Developed Campground Is As Close As It Gets to a Dispersed Camping Experience with Amenities. This Clandestine Campground Is Best Known for Its Plethora of Opportunities for Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, and Simply Basking in the Light of the Natural World. Low Gap Campground Is Located Only a Few Miles From Georgia’S Much-Loved Vacation Destination, the Alpine Village of Helen. a Trip to This Campground Is Sure to Make Memories, Be Sure to Pack a Camera and Take Some Home with You. 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. 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.
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. 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.
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. T.
Charges & Cancellations
If I Book This Reservation Today, What Are My Options to Change or Cancel?
Please Remember That Reservations at These Facilities Prevent Other Visitors From Using These Sites. Planned Changes to Your Stay Should Be Made As Far in Advance As Possible. You Can Make Changes to Your Reservation Ahead of Your Arrival Date in My Reservations.
Changes
If Your New Stay Dates Are Completely Different From Your Original Stay Dates, There Is a $10 Change Fee (Per Reserved Site). There Are No Additional Fees for:
Adding or Removing Nights to Your Stay.
Changing to a Different Campsite.
Balances Will Adjust Based on Your New Stay’S Nightly Rate.
Cancellations
You Can Cancel the Reservation Any Time Before the Date of Your Scheduled Arrival. You Will Receive a Refund for Your Stay, Minus the Following Fees:
$10 Cancellation Fee
Any Reservation Fees (Only If Paid When Booking)
Any Previous Change Fees
Late Cancellation Penalties May Also Apply:
What Is “Late”?
for Individual Campsites, a Late Cancellation Applies Starting From Midnight 1 Calendar Day Before Your Scheduled Check-in. for Cabins and Group Sites, a Late Cancellation Applies Starting From Midnight 14 Calendar Days or Fewer Before Your Scheduled Check-in.
Late Fee
in Addition to the Fees Listed Above, a Late Cancellation Will Also Subtract Your First Night’S Recreation Use Fee From Any Refund Owed. As of the Expected Check-in Day, Cancellations or Changes to Your Stay Are Not Possible Through My Reservations. It Is at the Facility’S Discretion to Support Additional Late Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure Updates – on-Site Personnel May Not Be Able to Assist. These Changes Carry Penalties and May Forfeit Recreation Use Fees. for Additional Details, Please Visit Here
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Georgia
Coordinates: 34.927176, -83.543205
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Swimming|fishing|hiking|picnic|water|fire-ring|river|trail|group-site|rv|cabin
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 13 stations
Nearest Market: Atlanta/Savannah
Notes: Signals FROM Atlanta/Savannah MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 27 stations (9 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: HIP-HOP, Country, GOSPEL, NEWS/TALK
Local News: WSB 750 Am
Market: Atlanta/Savannah
Notes: 9 AM, 18 FM Stations from Atlanta/Savannah
🔌 EV Charging
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Distance: 7.0 miles away
Address: 156 Taylors Chapel Rd, Rabun Gap, GA
Network: blink-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10309348
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies
- Parent Park: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/chattahoochee-oconee-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: chattahoochee-oconee-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: chattahoochee-oconee-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 27.0
- States Covered: Georgia
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1040
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1040, 1040.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: georgia
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: chattahoochee-oconee-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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