YELLOW GAP ROADSIDE CAMPSITES

About

Yellow Gap Roadside Campsites are part of the Pisgah Ranger District's designated roadside camping system along Forest Service Road 1206, a gravel road connecting the North Mills River Recreation Area to the Davidson River Recreation Area near the Cradle of Forestry. The 14 primitive sites are marked with brown tent signs and numbered for identification (e.g., YG-1, YG-2). Each site includes a designated tent pad, parking area, and fire ring. Some sites also have picnic tables, grills, and lantern holders. The sites accommodate tents, vans, and small RVs, though larger vehicles may find the narrow gravel road challenging. There are no toilets, potable water, or trash service, so campers must pack out all waste and bring their own water supply. Camping is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-consecutive-night maximum stay limit within any 30-day period. As part of the Pisgah Ranger District's dispersed camping regulations, camping is only permitted at designated marked sites.

Directions

From Brevard, take US-276 north toward the Blue Ridge Parkway. About 3 miles past the Cradle of Forestry, turn right onto Yellow Gap Road (FS 1206). Designated campsites are marked along the gravel road.