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    Troublesome Gap Camping

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    53 reviews
     · Hot Springs, Madison, North Carolina · 120 acres
    Hosted by Montie R.
    RV/tent site
    · 12 guests max
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    Full RV hookups
    Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at all sites.
    Staff verified
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    Montie is a Star Host
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    Off-leash friendly
    Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
    My parents bought the 120 acre property in the 1960s. I started clearing and building the campsite in 2019. Watch the sun rise on one side of Troublesome Gap and watch it set on the other side.  There is a circle drive for 2 teardrop / squaredrop or pop up campers and plenty of spots to pitch tents.   There are also great spots to hang your hammock.   Camp where my family camps.  My parents bought the property in the 1960s and we have camped up here, hiked, hunted, and cut firewood many weekends.  We decided to share the property so you can enjoy camping up here too! The property is in a remote location where you can enjoy the wildlife and the cooler temps in the summer.  You'll have 3 acres all to yourself.  You wont have to share the spot with anyone else unless you bring them.  The closest grocery store is an hour away but the Trust General Store with a restaurant and gas approximately is 7 miles away.  There is also a burger joint (Dave's 209) on the way to the Trust General Store.   This camping site is in a remote area and the nearest neighbor about 1/2 mile away.  Max Patch is about 25 minutes away and features beautiful hiking. The quaint town of Marshall is about 30 minutes away.  Asheville is about an hour away. The campsite is easily accessible from Baltimore Branch Road.  However Baltimore Brand Road (public road) is steep in places and we don't recommend an RV bigger than a popup camper.   If you are pulling a trailer you'll really want to consider having 4wd. If you aren't used to driving on steep dirt mountain roads, you may want to bring your 4wd vehicle. If you have a 2wd vehicle, then you'll want to come to the site via Big Pine Road. This route will take you through Walnut, NC We also provide a porta-a-john for your convenience. Once the reservation is made, I'll send out an info sheet with important info like the gate combination.  Please let me know if you haven't received the info sheet within a week of making the reservation. The inclusion policy below is from HipCamp corporate. Our policy is much simpler. Be respectful to others and the property and have a good time. This is a campsite where have the whole 3.5 acre property to yourself. You are surrounded by properties that vary from 40 acres to over a hundred acres. You are with the people in your campsite and pretty much no one else. We just want you to have a great time and bring home great stories. It seems like every visitor to Troublesome Gap has a great story. Come camp with us and build your own story. Important Note: Water is only available on the site from May through September. If you camp on the site Oct through April, you'll need to bring your own water. There is a camera on the property. It faces the gate (and away from the campsite). The camera is mounted on the apple tree.Watch the sun rise on one side of Troublesome Gap and watch it set on the other side! There is a circle drive for 2 teardrop / squaredrop or pop up campers and plenty of spots to pitch tents.   Anything long than a popup camper is NOT recommended. There are also great spots to hang your hammock.   There is only one campsite available for rent on the property, so no neighbors in a nearby campsite to interrupt your stay. Camp where my family camps.  My parents bought the property in the 1960s and we have camped up here, hiked, hunted, and cut firewood many weekends.  We decided to share the property so you can enjoy camping up here too! The property is in a remote location where you can enjoy the wildlife and the cooler temps in the summer.  You'll have 3 acres all to yourself.  You wont have to share the spot with anyone else unless you bring them.  The closest grocery store is an hour away but the Trust General Store with a restaurant and gas approximately is 7 miles away.  There is also a burger joint (Dave's 209) on the way to the Trust General Store.   This camping site is in a remote area and the nearest neighbor about 1/2 mile away.  Max Patch is about 25 minutes away and features beautiful hiking. The quaint town of Marshall is about 30 minutes away.  Asheville is about an hour away. The campsite is easily accessible from Baltimore Branch Road.  However Baltimore Brand Road (public road) is steep in places and we don't recommend an RV bigger than a popup camper.   We also provide a porta-a-john for your convenience. Once the reservation is made, I'll send out an info sheet with important info like the gate combination.  Please let me know if you haven't received the info sheet within a week of making the reservation. Inclusion Policy The inclusion policy below is from HipCamp corporate. Our policy is much simpler. Be respectful to others and the property and have a good time. This is a campsite where have the whole 3.5 acre property to yourself. You are surrounded by properties that vary from 40 acres to over a hundred acres. You are with the people in your campsite and pretty much no one else. We just want you to have a great time and bring home great stories. It seems like every visitor to Troublesome Gap has a great story. Come camp with us and build your own story.
    Vehicle details
    Pop-up campers, Campervans, and Cars allowed
    Vehicles under 36 feet allowed
    Pull-through site
    Accommodates slideouts
    Surface type: Loose Gravel
    Surface levelness: Requires leveling
    No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, and Class C RVs
    Electrical hookup available
    Less than 30 amps. The loop for teardrops has 20AMP power available.
    Water hookup available
    On-site hookup. Water is available at the site, from roughly first of May to end of September. We keep having problems with the well freezing when the mice steal the insulation from around the well casing.
    Sewage hookup available
    On-site hookup
    Generators allowed
    No TV hookup
    What to expect
    RV/tent site
    You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
    12 guests max
    Campfires allowed
    Firepit, private
    Toilet available
    Portable toilet
    Pets allowed
    Off leash, on leash
    Potable water available
    Spigot, hose, pump or well
    Picnic table present
    No showers
    Pack it out
    Please pack out your trash
    Cooking equipment absent
    No wifi
    Laundry absent
    Hot Tub absent
    No playground

    Things to know

    Getting there
    Check in: After 2:00 PM
    Check out: Before 11:00 AM
    On arrival: Head straight to site
    Cancellation policy: Strict
    Minimum nights: 1 night
    Accepts bookings: 18 months out
    Park at listing
    Wheelchair accessible
    Max 4 vehicles
    4WD recommended
    During your trip
    Leave it better
    Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
    Reviews
    100% Recommend66 Ratings · 53 reviews
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    Sabine L.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    Beautiful spot truly out in the middle of the woods. If you’re looking for picturesque peace and quiet, it’s here. Loved watching the sun rise and set on either side of us, and the drive up was a ton of fun.
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    Jeremy S.
    3 reviews
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    Tent
    Love this campsite! Excellent location and the views!
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    Victor A.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · December 2024
    Tent
    Great little spot! Host was very helpful and responsive
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    Olivia M.
    5 years on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · November 2024
    Tent · Group trip
    Amazing spot with incredible views and privacy! Will 100% be coming back here for another camp weekend. Easy to find, easy to access. Perfect getaway!!
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    Haylie J.
    5 reviews
    Recommends
    · November 2024
    Haven for reactive dogs
    12 ft travel trailer
    This site is quiet, and private nestled into the top of a mountain. The sunrises are usually incredible. It’s the perfect escape from the busy world. We love to take our reactive dog here because there are not neighboring dogs or livestock any where near by. This was our 3rd or 4th time and we will continue to go back. It’s a haven for reactive dog owners. We are grateful to Montie, the host for sharing it with us and for not renting out the other sites on his property so that it can remain private. Would highly recommend! Just a note there is almost always a constant breeze which is great in the summer months but makes it extra chilly in the cooler months.
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    Margaret C.
    11 reviews
    Recommends
    · October 2024
    Great find tucked away in the mtns
    Tent
    What a lovely property in a beautiful area. Well equipped, easy to find, and a great stay. Will definitely be back!
    Location
    Hot Springs, Madison, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to
    Native Land Digital.
    To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Montie R.

    Joined in December 2017
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