Carver's Gap
Explore the high mountain balds from this gap at Roan Mountain. Step onto the Appalachian National Scenic Trail from this site or continue a short distance up the mountain and across the state line into North Carolina and the Rhododendron Gardens area.
General Information
The vault toilet is CLOSED for the season. It plans to re-open on 3/16/2026. Carver's Gap is open year-round, but snow and ice is possible during the Fall, Winter, and Spring months due to the elevation.
Please follow Leave No Trace principles, and pack out all trash.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 36.1064
Longitude: -82.1111
Elevation
5512
Directions
From Roan Mountain, TN turn on TN-143 and travel 12.6 miles to the top of the mountain.
Travel Considerations
Snow and ice is possible during the Fall, Winter, and Spring months due to the elevation.
Parking
Parking is limited.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.