Nestled in the heart of Gatlinburg, TN, Backcountry Campsite #31 offers a unique and rustic camping experience for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. This campsite is ideal for adventurers who appreciate the simplicity and beauty of the great outdoors.
The campsite features basic amenities, including a fire pit, a log for seating, and a cable system for hanging your gear. Access to water is available nearby, though it requires a bit of effort with a climbing rope. The trail leading to the campsite is a gradual ascent, making it accessible for most hikers. Along the way, you'll find several spots to relax by the water on some rocks, adding to the overall charm of the hike.
Backcountry Campsite #31 is perfect for those who want a campsite that feels more like a hidden gem in the wilderness. The uneven ground and fallen trees add to the natural, unspoiled feel of the area, making it a great spot for a true backcountry experience.
Customer feedback highlights the peaceful and functional nature of the campsite. Many visitors appreciate the easy access to firewood and the functional bear hangs. The trail to the campsite is described as steady and pleasant, with a nice bridge along the way. Overall, Backcountry Campsite #31 is a great choice for those seeking a campsite that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings.
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1st mile of hike is a gravel access road then you get to a split in the trail, left is for campsite 31 trail and right is another trail. Hike is a gradual ascent. campsite has the basics...a fire pit, a log to sit on and the cable to hang your gear. Some folks were kind enough to tie some ropes to trees to get down to the stream. Helps to get down and back up for getting some water. The hike has a few great spots to relax by the water on some rocks. looking forward to going back
Was there yesterday, lots of fallen trees on part of the campsite making some of it less pleasant but easy access to firewood. Most of the ground is uneven. Functional bear hangs, a little close to the actual campsite. Access to water close to the campsite if you have a climbing rope and can figure it out. Trail to the campsite isn’t bad, steady incline and nice bridge. Overall, great for people who want a campsite that doesn’t look like one.
Backcountry Campsite #31 is just awesome place to camp at, there is a water stream just beside the campsite, place was neat and my stay was pretty comfortable! The site is at the end of the trail, you might encounter a dead end before the site where huge trees block the way, you will have to go beyond the trees to reach the site!
No views, small campsite. Gradual ascend, water source is about 30 min away from campsite. Nice walk in the forest but nothing extraodinary.
Beautiful scenery, gradual but steady ascent.