Stover Creek Shelter

23 reviews

Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Blue Ridge, GA 30513, USA
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Stover Creek Shelter Introduce

Nestled along the iconic Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Blue Ridge, GA, Stover Creek Shelter offers a serene and picturesque camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground is a popular stop for hikers and campers, providing a blend of natural beauty and essential amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable.

The shelter features a well-maintained picnic table covered by the roof, making it an ideal spot for outdoor dining even in inclement weather. The fire pit with a grill allows for cozy campfire cooking, while the bear boxes ensure your food is safe from wildlife. For convenience, a privy is available, and the water source is just a short 250-meter walk away—a solid creek that you’ll cross before arriving at the shelter.

Stover Creek Shelter is designed to accommodate campers comfortably. The ground level sleeps four, while the upper level, often referred to as the "penthouse suite," can sleep up to six. With plenty of campsites surrounding the shelter, it’s an excellent choice for groups or solo adventurers alike.

Customer feedback highlights the shelter’s charm and functionality. Visitors have praised its location, amenities, and the overall camping experience. One reviewer noted, "Beautiful shelter on the AT. Water source is a solid creek, and there’s plenty of campsites. Very nice camping area!" Another shared, "I liked this shelter. The picnic table was covered, making it great for dining in bad weather. Plus, it’s an ideal spot after coming off the Approach Trail."

Whether you’re hiking the Appalachian Trail or simply looking for a peaceful retreat in nature, Stover Creek Shelter is a must-visit destination. Its combination of scenic beauty, practical amenities, and positive reviews make it a standout choice for campers in the Blue Ridge area.

Location

Georgia Fannin County Blue Ridge Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Customer Reviews

4.0

23 reviews

Anthony P

Mar 17, 2024

Beautiful shelter on the AT. Water source is probably 250m away and is a solid creek. You cross the same creek before arrival so you could fill up right before. There is a picnic table, fire pit with grill, privy, cables, and bear boxes. Plenty of campsites. Very nice camping area on the Appalachian Trail!

William Fritzler

Apr 20, 2023

I liked this shelter. The picnic table was covered by the roof of the shelter, making it fine outdoor dining when backpacking in bad weather. Stover has two levels. The ground level sleeps 4 comfortably, and the penthouse suite sleeps, probably six. The only downfall I had staying at this shelter was the gaps on the floor. I was using a down quilt, and the wind on my particular cold night came right through and froze my dog and I. Otherwise, dope spot and water isn't far off. Plus, it's an ideal spot after coming off the Approach Trail.

Elizabeth Swager

Oct 05, 2024

Spent my first ever night out on the trail here like countless many others after starting at amicalola! 3/26/2023 will always hold a special place. Massive thunder storm that night. Never been in a storm before. Glad I didn’t stay up on springer.

Angus Bennion

Jul 16, 2020

Great shelter with plenty of room, at least when we went (early July). There’s bear cans as well as places to hang your food. The privy doors are broken.

Akash G

Feb 19, 2020

Big place! Tenting options not so bad even in muddy conditions. The privy was surprisingly clean? Way to go to the trail maintainers here. Great first night on the trail even though it was pouring.