Free Camping Collection
Public Campground
Jones Gap Backcountry Campsite
Jones Gap Backcountry Campsite is located near the rugged terrain of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Nantahala National Forest and the scenic trails of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Detours Nearby

Blue Valley Camp
20 min away

Albert Mountain Firetower Dispersed Campsite
1 hr 10 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 18 min from Asheville, NC
- 1 hr 34 min from Gainesville, GA
- 1 hr 51 min from Greenville, SC
Location
Jones Gap Backcountry Campsite is located in North Carolina
Coordinates
35.07749937 N
83.29176 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Jones Gap Backcountry Campsite needs a permit.







