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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.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | The vault toilet is closed for the winter. Please pack out all trash that you bring in. |
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| Operational Hours: | The vault toilet is closed for the winter, and plans to re-open on Monday, March 20, 2023, weather depending. Carver's Gap is open year-round, but snow and ice is possible during the Fall, Winter, and Spring months due to the elevation. |
| Area Amenities: | Toilets,Parking |
| Closest Towns: | Roan Mountain, TN |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault toilet |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Information and flush toilets are located up the hill at Roan Mountain Recreation Area, open during the summer season. |
Activities
Amenities
| Parking: | Parking is limited. |
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| Toilets: | Vault Toilet |
Quick Links
Location
Latitude :
36.106509
Longitude :
-82.110398
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