YATE'S PLACE
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations required.
Appalachian Ranger District Hurricane Helene Updated Closures
Our staff on the Appalachian Ranger District, in cooperation with partners and volunteers, have made great progress clearing debris and repairing damage from Hurricane Helene on the Pisgah National Forest.
Roan Mountain Fire Restrictions
Fire restrictions are now in effect for the Roan Mountain area of Appalachian Ranger District due to heightened fire danger caused by Hurricane Helene. The fire restriction is in effect on all National Forest System land from Hughes Gap to Doll Flats on the
Pisgah National Forest Driving Safety Alert
Please use caution as you travel in and around the Forest. We have a lot of heavy equipment and repair crews in the area working on roads damaged during Hurricane Helene. Up to 2,000 tons of gravel are being placed EVERY DAY on our Forest Service roads through the summer and fall.
Paint Rock Closure
Effective through May 1, 2035, certain National Forest System lands in the Paint Rock area, located on the Appalachian Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest and the Unaka Ranger District of Cherokee National Forest, will be closed to protect cultural resources.
Grandfather Ranger District Hurricane Helene Updated Closures
The following recreation sites and trails remain closed:McDowell County:
Appalachian Trail Detour- Iron Mountain Gap
The Iron Mountain Gap detour is now in place to route hikers around the final remaining 6 miles of closed section of the Appalachian Trail from about a mile south of the destroyed Cherry Gap Shelter to about a mile north of Iron Mountain Gap (approx. NOBO mile 360.6 to 365.9).
Kings Mountain Point Fishing Pier Closure
The fishing pier at Kings Mountain Point Day Use Area on the Uwharrie National Forest is closed till further notice due to storm damage. The Day Use area remains open and the three smaller accessible fishing platforms are available for public use.
Pisgah Camping Limitations
The following act is prohibited within 1000 feet of a road open to public vehicle travel on the Pisgah Ranger District in Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, and Transylvania Counties in North Carolina.
Max Patch Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, animals, aircraft and bicycles in Max Patch area.
About
Yate's Place Camp is a rustic, primitive campground situated in the Uwharrie National Forest that was once an old home site. Now serving as an attractive destination for tent camping, the campground offers a peaceful retreat in the rolling hills of central North Carolina. The site features basic amenities including a centrally located vault toilet, picnic tables, and grills at each site, though campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available. The campground is strategically located near the Uwharrie Trail, a 20-mile National Recreation hiking trail that winds through the forest. This makes Yate's Place a popular base camp for hiking groups exploring the extensive trail system. The campground is also frequented by deer hunters during hunting season who use it as a staging area. The site is located at the intersection of Forest Road 6746 and SR 1146, approximately five miles west of Troy and about a quarter mile off the Uwharrie Trail. Yate's Place operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees or reservations required, making it an accessible option for budget-conscious campers seeking a genuine wilderness experience. The primitive nature of the campground means visitors should come prepared with adequate water supplies and camping equipment suitable for dispersed-style camping.
Directions
From Highway 109 west of Troy, take SR 1147 and turn right on SR 1146. Yates Place is on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (910) 576-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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