Jones Gap

PARK ADVISORY

Park Hours : 9AM to 6PM Daily

Trails Close at 5:00 PM daily. All hikers must be off trails at this time.

There are parking procedures put in place at Jones Gap that affect weekends and major Holidays. Day-use Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance. Please read this document for detailed information.

-Day-use Parking Reservations are required on weekends and Holidays. Monday through Friday Day-Use parking is a first come-first serve, unless associated with a major Holiday. Jones Gap is very busy on weekends and Holidays, if you do not have a reservations please make alternate plans as there is a high chance you may be turned away.

Hike-in trailside campsites are available only by reservation. There is NO car-camping or RV camping at this park.

-It is difficult to drive and turn around any large vehicles that do not fit in a normal size parking space- such as RVS and campers. We have no parking spaces available to accommodate these size vehicles.

Trails Closure Warning:

>Falls Creek Trail (#31) is Closed.

>Hospital Rock Trail (#30) is Closed 1.6 Miles after Trail Head. It now ends at the rock formation referred to as Hospital Rock.

>Cold temperatures and ice have forced the seasonal closure of the yellow-blazed, western section of the Rim of the Gap Trail (between junction with trails 15-Frank Coggins, and 21-John Sloan). This section of trail will remain closed until spring temperatures are consistently warm enough for the ice to melt and the trail to become safely passable. If you have any questions, please contact the park directly.

HOURS

M-Su 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., daily, during daylight savings time and 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., daily, the remainder of the year. Trails close one hour before dark, year round.

OFFICE

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., M-Su

ADMISSION

$6 adults; $3.75 SC seniors (age 65 & older); $3.50 children ages 6-15; ages 5 and under, free.

PETS

Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I reserve a parking space at Jones Gap on the weekend and during holidays?

Please click here to learn how to reserve your parking space at Jones Gap on weekends and holidays.

Are there any campsites at Caesars Head State Park or Jones Gap State Park?

The Mountain Bridge (includes Caesars Head and Jones Gap State Parks) has 18 hike-in, backcountry campsites that range from a .25-mile hike to a 11-mile hike. No drive up campsites are available on the park. There is no water or electricity provided at the campsites.

Are trail maps available for purchase at the park?

Hiking maps may be purchased at the Caesars Head or Jones Gap ranger stations.

Is swimming permitted at the park?

There is no swimming permitted at the park. You may wade in the Middle Saluda River located at Jones Gap.

Are there picnic areas at the park?

Picnic tables are located near the Caesars Head and Jones Gap ranger stations.

Does the park have cabins for rent?

There are no cabins for rent at the park. The nearest state park cabins are located at Table Rock State Park.

Is there cell phone coverage in the park?

There is no cell phone coverage in Jones Gap State Park. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Where is the park’s Ultimate Outsider stamp located?

Our Ultimate Outsider stamp is located on the emergency kiosk near the vehicle bridge. This kiosk is to the left of the office building near the river. Visitors can also find a stamp in the park office during office hours.

Where can I find a list of state park rules and regulations?

You can find the South Carolina State Park rules and regulations, along with campground rules and regulations at this link.

For more general, statewide frequently asked questions, please click here.

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