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Low Gap Campground

34.7519° N / 83.7851° W · Data Sep 18 2026, checked hourly
Next open date Sep 18Next open weekend Sep 184 detected openings this week13 monitored sites

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Campsite Sniper detected 4 site openings here in the last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10309348

When Low Gap Campground reopens

Low Gap Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
4
Openings · last 30 days
9
Openings · last 90 days
9

Only 9 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.

02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 13 monitored sites

Of the 2,379 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 541 open for online reservation · 219 reserved · 865 closed · 754 unavailable (cause unspecified).

Where the open windows are

77.3% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 541 of 2,379 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027
Not open online77.3%
Open site-nights541 / 2,379
Reserved (of online inventory)219 / 760
Weekday openings330
Weekend openings165

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 330 fall on weekdays and 165 on weekends (Fri–Sun). The split covers the 495 open site-nights on mapped sites; 541 site-nights are open across all monitored inventory.

Open dates by month

Sep 2026 – Mar 2027
0100200300400922611360 OPEN0 OPEN0 OPEN52SEPOCTNOVDECJANFEBMARSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

December shows no online availability. 0 of 403 tracked site-nights are open there — 403 closed.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 12 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
Labor DaySAT Sep 50None open
SUN Sep 60None open
MON Sep 70None open
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 260None open
FRI Nov 270None open
SAT Nov 280None open
ChristmasTHU Dec 240None open
FRI Dec 250None open
New YearTHU Dec 310None open
FRI Jan 10None open

Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night.

Best-availability sites

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
12  56
2  54
3  48
1  46
11  45

The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.

Next windows

As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshot
Next open dateFri · Sep 18
Next open weekendFri · Sep 18
December0 of 403 · closed

The next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.

Stays and site detail

495 open site-nights across 12 sites at Low Gap Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 75 2-night, 70 3-night, 20 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site 12.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 61 ft. 10 sites take 25 ft, 6 sites take 35 ft, 3 sites take 40 ft.

All 12 sites with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
1239 ftNone5621 nightsSep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +44 more
239 ftNone5422 nightsSep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +42 more
361 ftNone4829 nightsSep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +36 more
125 ftNone4615 nightsSep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8 +34 more
1132 ftNone4512 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +33 more
739 ftNone4310 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +31 more
444 ftNone4211 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +30 more
921 ftNone4210 nightsSep 19, Sep 20, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +30 more
1033 ftNone4117 nightsSep 18, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 4, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 12, Oct 13 +29 more
633 ftNone4119 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 7, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 15 +29 more
854 ftNone337 nightsSep 24, Sep 25, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 19, Oct 20 +21 more
1324 ftNone44 nightsMar 16, 2027, Mar 17, 2027, Mar 18, 2027, Mar 19, 2027

About Low Gap Campground

Overview

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.

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.

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.

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.

13 monitored sitesRVs up to 61 ftNo hookupsSpringsPets OKFire pitsMax party 8

Getting there

From Helen, Georgia go North on Hwy 75 North, turn left on 75 Alt cross the bridge, and make the immediate right turn onto Poplar Stump/Upper Chattahoochee River Road. Continue on this road for approximately 4.5 miles and the campground is straight ahead.

190 Low Gap Road, Helen, GA 30545706-754-6221
CampingFishingHikingHuntingScenic DriveTubingWater AccessWilderness

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Low Gap Campground?

Reservations for Low Gap Campground are made through Recreation.gov. 77.3% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 541 of 2,379 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 9 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.

How often do new openings appear at Low Gap Campground?

Campsite Sniper detected 4 site-date openings at Low Gap Campground in the last 7 days, 9 over 30 days and 9 over the last 90.

Can I get a multi-night stay at Low Gap Campground?

70 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 18 at site 12. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which sites at Low Gap Campground fit a 35-foot RV?

6 of the 12 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 61 ft.

Which month has the most availability at Low Gap Campground?

October 2026, with 261 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 403.

When is the next open date at Low Gap Campground?

As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.

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