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CAMPGROUND NAME: Backbone Rock

VISIT DATE: 06/09/1997

UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Watauga

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Shady Valley

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Shady Valley, TN, take State Rt. 133 north 9.8 miles to
Backbone Recreation Area entrance.  Turn left into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 ft.

The campground is located between Beaverdam Creek and State Rt. 133
in a grove of mixed hardwoods, pine and Rhododendrons.  "Shortest
Tunnel in the World" is a major feature of the campground. 
Excellent hiking is available including a steep walk up to and
over the tunnel.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 28 through October 13  

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day - single
$20 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
   
   Total Sites: 11

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 94'

Comments:
Parking aprons are composed of gravel.  Sites are level and
spacious and will accommodate any size RV.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No

Comments:
Vault located close to campground and adjacent to day-use area is
wheelchair friendly.

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

WATER SPORTS - None

Comments:
Wading is possible in Beaverdam Creek

HIKING
Backbone Rock Trail (connects to Appalachian Trail) - 2.4 miles
Backbone Rock Falls Trail - 0.4 miles

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow Trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Oak Cove

VISIT DATE: 04/03/2007

UPDATE DATE:  8/20/2020

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Tellico

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tellico Plains

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Tellico Plains, TN, take State Rt. 165 east 4 miles to
Tellico Ranger Station sign (Forest Rt. 210).  At sign, bear
right (keeping river on right) onto Rt. 210 and go 16.9 miles to
campground sign.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
NOTE: This campground came on line after the authors researched
Cherokee National Forest.  All information provided by Tellico
Ranger District Office.

The campground is located near the Tellico River with most
campsites along the river.  Campsites, each with its own lantern
post, are tucked under a pleasant mix of southern hardwoods, such
as hickory, maple, and ash, among others.  Two attractions of
this rustic campground are the quality fishing in the river and
its convenience to an off-road vehicle area in nearby North
Carolina. 

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes

Seasonal Comment:
Services provided mid-March through mid-December

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
   
   Total Sites: 11

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0

WATER SPORTS
Wading is possible in Tellico River

HIKING
Wigg Ridge Trail (foot only) - 3 miles
Sycamore Trail (foot only) - 6.1 miles

FISHING   
Rainbow trout (stocked)

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Cardens Bluff

VISIT DATE: 06/05/1997

UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Watauga

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hampton

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Hampton, TN, take US Rt. 321 south/State Rt. 67 east 4.1 miles
to Cardens Bluff sign.  Turn left at sign into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,940 ft.

The campground is on a bluff with some sites overlooking Watauga
Lake.  Area is heavily wooded.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 28 through October 13 - weather permitting

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 36
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 6
   
   Total Sites: 42

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40.5'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes

Comments:
Two of the showers are wheelchair friendly.

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Watauga Lake is 6,430 acres.  Boat ramp is located 1 mile west of
campground on US Rt. 321.  Power boating is permitted on the lake,
but there is no access from the campground.

HIKING
Cardens Bluff Trail (foot and bike) - 0.7 miles

FISHING   
Small and Largemouth Bass, Lake Trout, Crappie and Bluegill

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Chilhowee

VISIT DATE: 05/27/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Ocoee

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cleveland

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From Cleveland, TN, at the intersection of State Rt. 60 (By-Pass) and US Rt. 64, 
take Rt. 64 east 14.9 miles to "Scenic Overlooks/Chilhowee Rec Area" sign. Turn 
left after sign onto Forest Rt. 77 and go 7.5 miles to a campground sign. Turn 
right at sign and go 0.5 miles to campground.

NOTE: Although paved, Rt. 77 is steep and curvy in places.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,780 ft.

The campground, close to McCamy Lake, consists of six loops (A,B, C, D, 
E and F) and a developed "overflow" area which is located beyond the day 
use area away from the loops.  This "overflow" area is best-suited for tent 
campers and is open year round.  Loops A, B, E and F have electric hookups 
and accommodate both recreational vehicles and tent campers.  Loops C and D 
have no hookups.  Loops A and B offer walk-in tent sites with electricity.  
Interior roads for Loops A and B are narrow.  The campground has a pleasant 
mix of hardwood trees, such as hickory, maple and oak, that provide ample 
shade and fall colors.

Forest Rt. 77 offers several scenic views of the mountains.  An 
interpretative site of a Confederate Camp is 0.5 miles from campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Noi

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 14 through October 20 - weather dependent.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
$15 per day - walk-in tent site with electric hookups
$20 per day - w/ electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 35
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 47
   
   Total Sites: 82

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 82
No. Grilles on Sites: 82
Equestrian Camping: 

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 37

No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes 
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 66'

Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel.  An RV waste station is 
available between Loops C/D and E/F.  Electric hookups are located in 
Loops A. B, E, and F.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 12
  No. Threaded: 12

Comments:
There are also cold showers.  Loop F has wheelchair friendly toilets. 
Vault toilets available in the "developed" overflow area only.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
McKamey Lake is 7 acres.  Power boats are limited to electric motors.  
Beach is sandy.  Whitewater activities are available on the Ocoee and 
Hiwassee rivers which are both within driving distance.  Contact the 
ranger district office for permitted whitewater outfitters.

HIKING
Hiking: Yes

Comments:
There are 25 miles of trails within the recreation area including:

Benton Falls Trail - 1.5 miles
Azalea Trail  - 2 miles
Clear Creek Trail - 5.4 miles
Arbutus - 0.7 miles

All trails within the campground are foot and mountain bike.

FISHING	
Fishing: Yes

Comments:
Stocked Rainbow trout, Bluegill and Small and Largemouth bass

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Dennis Cove

VISIT DATE: 06/05/1997

UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Watauga

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hampton

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Hampton, TN, take US Rt. 321 south for 0.8 miles to the Dennis
Cove Recreation Area sign (Dennis Cove Rd.).  Turn right onto
Dennis Cove Rd. and go 5.1 miles to Dennis Cove sign.  Turn right
at sign into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,500 ft.

The campground is situated among tall hardwoods and hemlocks about
1.5 miles from the Appalachian Trail.  It is also near Laurel
Fork Creek.  Limited groceries and camping supplies are available
at Laurel Creek Lodge and Campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 28 through October 13 - weather dependent

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 Per day - single
$20 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
   
   Total Sites: 16

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 15' X 49'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel and grass.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
  No. Threaded: 2
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Laurel Fork Trail - 8 miles

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow Trout and native Brook and Brown Trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Holly Flats

VISIT DATE: 05/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Tellico

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tellico Plains

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Tellico Plains, TN, take State Rt. 165 east 14 miles to
Holly Flats campground sign (Forest Rt. 126).  Turn right onto
Rt. 126 and go 1.1 miles to "Y" intersection.  Bear left and
continue on Rt. 126 for 4.9 miles to campground entrance on the
left.

NOTE: Forest Rt. 126, a single-lane road with few turnouts, is steep 
and curvy in places.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 ft.

The campground is rustic, adjacent to Bald River and has a
wilderness-like feel to it.  It is comprised of hardwoods, pine,
Rhododendrons and Mountain Laurel.  Some sites could accommodate
pop-up tents.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Comments:
Open May 21 through November 19

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $6 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 17
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
   
   Total Sites: 17

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 0

Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and gravel.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - No

FISHING   
Rainbow and Brown Trout - not stocked

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Horse Creek

VISIT DATE: 06/03/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/15/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Nolichucky/Unaka

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Greeneville

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Greeneville, TN, take State Rt. 107 east for 6.5 miles to
Cherokee Forest campground sign.  Take first right after sign and
go 0.9 miles to campground road symbol sign (Horse Creek Park
Rd.).  Turn right onto Horse Creek Park Rd. and go 2 miles to
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,840 ft.

The campground has a landscaped and manicured appearance and is
heavily wooded with hemlock, hardwoods and Rhododendrons.  There
are five walk-in tent sites and Horse Creek runs through
campground.

This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 24

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
   
   Total Sites: 11

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 70'

Comments:
The parking aprons are a combination of gravel and asphalt.  
An RV waste station is available for a fee at Pebble Mountain 
Family Campground, 0.2 miles down Dunham Rd. (off Horse Creek 
Park Rd.).

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
  No. Threaded: 0
  
Comments:
There are flush toilets and hot showers available in the Day
Use area.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
There is man-made, stream-fed pool for swimming.  

HIKING
Scarlet Oak Trail (foot) - 0.2 miles
Horseback 4WD Trail - 5 miles (4WD, horse, foot and mountain
bike)

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow Trout - From May through October, fishing is
limited to children 13 and under and persons 65 and older.

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Indian Boundary

VISIT DATE: 05/30/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Tellico

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tellico Plains

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Tellico Plains, TN, take State Rt. 165 east 13.2 miles to
Indian Boundary campground sign (Forest Rt. 345).  Turn left onto
Rt. 345 and go 1.3 miles to stop sign.  Turn right and continue
on Rt. 345 for 0.7 miles to campground entrance.  Turn left into
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,560 ft.

The campground is located on Boundary Lake among hardwoods and pine.  
There are four loops - A, B, C and D.  Although all campsites have 
electric hookups,  Loop B is the most developed with electric hookups 
and a modern bathhouse.  Loop A has some sites overlooking the lake. 
Mountain views, glimpses of wildlife, and peaceful setting await 
campers. This is a very popular campground and reservations are 
advisable.   

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 17 through November 4

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 88
   
   Total Sites: 88

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 88
No. Grilles on Sites: 88
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 88

No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes 
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10' X 40'

Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes

Comments:
There is no bathhouse in Loop D.

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Indian Boundary Lake is 96 acres.  Power boats are limited to electric 
motors.

HIKING
Indian Boundary Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 3.6 miles

FISHING   
Largemouth bass, bluegill and catfish.  There is wheelchair
friendly fishing pier on Loop A.

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Jacobs Creek

VISIT DATE: 06/04/1997

UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Watauga

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bristol

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Bristol, TN, take US Rt. 421 east 12.5 miles to Jacobs Creek
Recreation Area sign (Denton Val Rd.).  Turn left onto Denton Val
Rd. and go 1.6 miles to another Jacobs Creek Recreation Area sign
(Jacobs Creek Rd.).  Bear left onto Jacobs Creek Rd. and go 0.9
miles to campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,780 ft.

The campground is located adjacent to South Holston Lake and nestled 
among comprised of hardwoods and pine.  Boats can be moored near 
some sites.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 28 through October 13.

NOTE: 2/13/2025 - Jacobs Creek campground is closed until 
further notice due to significant impacts from Hurricane Helene. 
Contact ranger district office for latest status.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
   
   Total Sites: 27

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes 
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 50'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
South Holston Lake is 7,580 acres.  Beach is large and grassy. 
Although there is no provided boat ramp in the campground, access
for boats can be found nearby.  Most all water sports are
possible on the lake.

HIKING
Jacobs Trail (foot & bike) - 0.3 miles

FISHING   
Small and Largemouth Bass, Lake Trout, Crappie and Bluegill

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Little Oak

VISIT DATE: 06/04/1997

UPDATE DATE:  2/13/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Watauga

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bristol

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From Bristol, TN, take US Rt. 421 east 12.5 miles to Little Oak
Recreation Area sign (Camp Tom Howard Rd.).  Turn right onto Camp
Tom Howard Rd. and go 6.6 miles to Littel Oak campground sign. 
Continue straight past sign onto Forest Rt. 87G for 1.6 miles
into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,760 ft.

The campground is composed of five loops - Lone Pine, Big Oak,
Hemlock and two separate loops with the same name of Poplar. 
Most sites overlook or are adjacent to South Holston Lake; boats
can be tied up near some sites.  

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 7 through November 2

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 70
   
   Total Sites: 70

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 70
No. Grilles on Sites: 70
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes 
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 62.5'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 19
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
South Holston Lake is 7,580 acres.

HIKING
Little Oak Mountain Trail - 1.4 miles
Little Oak Trail (foot and bike) - 1.4 miles


FISHING   
Small and Largemouth Bass, Lake Trout, Crappie and Bluegill

UPDATEREVIEW
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CAMPGROUND NAME: Lost Creek

VISIT DATE:2/24/1998

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Ocoee/Hiwassee

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Reliance

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Reliance, TN, take State Rt. 30 south 1.6 miles to Lost
Creek campground sign.  Bear left at sign onto Forest Rt. 103 and
go 7.2 miles to campground sign.  Turn left at sign into
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 660 ft.

The campground is adjacent to Big Lost Creek with some sites
overlooking the creek.  It is tranquil and picturesque, set in
mature hardwoods and Hemlock.  The campground is good for having a
wilderness-like experience without the hardships.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes

Seasonal Comment:
Limited facilities in winter; contact Ranger District Office.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No Charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
   
   Total Sites: 15

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10' X 37.5

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.  

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS - None

Comments:
Wading is possible in Big Lost Creek

HIKING - No

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow Trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: North River

VISIT DATE: 05/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Tellico

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tellico Plains

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Tellico Plains, TN, take State Rt. 165 east 9.8 miles to the
North River campground sign (Forest Rt. 217).  Turn left onto Rt.
217 and go 2.7 miles to campground sign.  Turn right into
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,860 ft.

The campground is adjacent to North River among mature hardwoods.  
Some sites overlook the river.  The North River is floatable most 
of the year.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
   
   Total Sites: 10

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 60.5'

Comments:
The parking aprons are large and gravel.  The spigot is a 
hand pump.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes

Comments:
Wading is possible in the North River

HIKING - No

FISHING   
Rainbow and Brown Trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Old Forge

VISIT DATE: 06/03/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/15/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Nolichucky/Unaka

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Greeneville

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Greeneville, TN, take State Rt. 107 east for 6.5 miles to
Cherokee National Forest sign.  Take first right after sign and
go 0.9 miles to campground road symbol (Horse Creek Park Rd.). 
Turn right onto Horse Creek Park Rd. and go 2 miles to Old Forge
campground sign (Old Forge Rd. - Forest Rt. 331).  Turn right
onto Old Forge Rd. and go 2.8 miles to campground.

NOTE:  Old  Forge Rd. - Forest Rt. 311 is a twisting dirt road 
that can, in wet weather, be muddy and slick.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,960 ft.

The campground is adjacent to Jennings Creek and appears to be
recently renovated.  It is picturesque and intended only for
tenters.  The campground is in mature hardwoods with
little understory.  All sites are walk-in and nicely laid out
but close together.  There are horse stalls at end of parking
lot.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open April 15 through December 15

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $7 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
   
   Total Sites: 10

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: Yes

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 0

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS - None

Comments:
Wadding is possible in Jennings Creek

HIKING
Jennings Creek Trail - 1.8 miles
Little Jennings Creek Trail - 2 miles
Cowbell Hollow Trail - 1.5 miles

The three trails make a loop and all are for horse, foot and
mountain bike.  Check with District Ranger's Office for more
information about horse trails.

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow Trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Paint Creek

VISIT DATE: 06/02/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/15/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Nolichucky/Unaka

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Greeneville

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From Greeneville, TN, take State Rt. 70 south for 10.2 miles to
Paint Creek campground sign (Rollins Chapel Rd.).  Turn right
onto Rollins Chapel Rd. and go 1.3 miles to Lower Paint Creek Rd. 
Turn left onto Lower Paint Creek Rd. and go 1.7 miles to
campground.

NOTE: At 1.1 miles, Lower Paint Creek Rd. becomes a dirt and
gravel single-lane road with turnouts.  It is steep in places
with washboard surfaces.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,820 ft.

The campground is heavily wooded and adjacent to Paint Creek. 
It is secluded and well laid out.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Comments:
Open May 7 through October 24

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day - single
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
   
   Total Sites: 21

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 65'

Comments:
The parking aprons are pea or chat gravel.  The spigot is a hand
pump.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS - None

Comments:
Wading is possible in Paint Creek

HIKING
Paint Mtn. Trail - 9.5 miles
Paint Creek Trail - 2.7 miles

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow and Brown Trout and native Brook Trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Parksville Lake

VISIT DATE: 05/30/1997

UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Ocoee

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Benton

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Benton, TN, at the intersection of State Rt. 314 and US Rt. 411, 
take Rt.411 south for 5.6 miles to intersection of Rt. 411 and US 
Rt. 64.  Turn left onto US Rt. 64 and go 9.7 miles to campground on 
left.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 560 ft.

The campground is adjacent to Rock Creek and within a short drive of 
Parksville Lake.  Swim beaches and boat ramps are nearby but not at 
the campground.  Some campsites overlook the creek.  The campground has 
two sections.  One is group only (not included in this survey) and a 
16-campsite section for single family campers.  Although well suited for 
campers with RVs, tent campers are welcome.  The campground is nicely 
shaded with a mix of southern hardwood species.  It is 10 miles west of 
Ocoee Whitewater Center (location of 1996 Olympic kayak and canoe 
competitions).

In addition to visiting Ocoee Whitewater Center, consider enjoying some 
of the water sports activities at Parksville Lake, a very short drive 
from the campground.  See Water Sports comments below.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Coments: Open February 24 thru January 20

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 1
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
   
   Total Sites: 16

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 16

No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes 
Average Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 60'

Comments:
Surface of parking aprons is chat gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
  No. Threaded: 3

Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.

WATER SPORTS
The nearby Parksville Lake is 1,890 acres.  There is swimming, power 
boating, sailing, jet skiing, water skiing and fishing.  The nearest 
developed beach is at the Mac Point Beach day use area on US Rt. 64, 
one mile from campground.  The Parksville Boat Ramp is the nearest 
developed ramp to campground - 1.5 miles also on US Rt. 64.

HIKING
Clemmer Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 3 miles
Clear Creek Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 5.5 miles
Clear Creek Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 5.4 miles
Scenic Spur (foot only) - 1.6 miles

FISHING	
Large and Smallmouth bass, Rainbow trout, catfish, Alabama bass and 
other species.

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Rock Creek

VISIT DATE: 06/06/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/15/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Nolichucky/Unaka

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Erwin

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Erwin, TN, turn onto 10th St. to State Rt. 395 and go east 3.1 
miles to Rock Creek Recreation Area sign.  Turn left at sign into 
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,300 ft.

The campground, park of Rock Creek Recreation Area, is composed 
of three unnamed loops and consists of a lush hardwood and pine 
forest.  Ample shade is provided by tall oaks, maples, hemlocks 
and rhododendron.  The lush vegetation provides excellent 
privacy between campsites.  Tent-only sites are without electric 
hookups and all are walk-in.  All other campsites have electric 
hookups and can accommodate both tent and RVs at the same time.  
Loops A and B have 30 amp hookups while Loop C has 50 amp 
electric hook-ups.  The day use area, which includes a man-made 
swimming hole and renovated bathhouse, were originally built by 
the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), Company 1455 and 1472, 
in the early 1930s.  The campground was constructed by the Forest 
Service in the early 1960s and has been upgraded several times. 

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. 

NOTE:  Entrance gate is secured from 10pm to 7am.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 24 - weather dependent

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day - single, no hookups
$20 per day - single w/ electric hookups
$40 per day - double w/ electric hookups

NOTE:  No discount on electric surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31
   
   Total Sites: 36

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 36
No. Grilles on Sites: 36
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 31

No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes 
Average Parking Apron Size: 15.5' X 50'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
  No. Threaded: 10

Comments:
Wheelchair friendly showers are available at the bathhouses 
in Loops A and C.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Swimming provided in "man-made" swimming hole fed by Rock Creek.  
Wading in creek also possible.

HIKING
Rattlesnake Ridge Trail - 3.6 miles
Rock Creek Falls Trail - 1.5 miles
Hemlock Forest Trail (interpretive) - 0.4 miles
Trail of the Hardwoods (interpretive) - 0.2 miles
Rock Creek Bike Trail - 0.8 miles

FISHING	
Stocked Rainbow trout and native Brook trout

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Round Mountain

VISIT DATE: 06/03/1997

UPDATE DATE:  1/15/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Nolichucky/Unaka

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Harmony Grove

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
In Del Rio, TN, at the intersection of US Rt. 25/70 and State Rt.
107, take Rt. 107 south 6.1 miles to Round Mtn. campground sign
(Round Mtn. Rd.).  Turn left onto Round Mtn. Rd. and go 6.1 to
campground.

NOTE: Round Mtn. Rd. is gravel, single lane road with turnouts. 
It is steep and curvy in places.  There are minimal washboards.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is very scenic in mature hardwoods, Hemlocks and
rhododendrons.  Some parking aprons are moss-covered.  It has the 
appearance of a sub-tropical forest with a creek running through the 
campground.  Each site is nestled in lush vegetation.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 24.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $7 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
   
   Total Sites: 16

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 9.5' X 49.5'

Comments:
Parking aprons are paved.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Walnut Mtn. Trail
    Rattlesnake Gap - 1.1 miles
    Appalachian Trail - 2 miles

FISHING - No

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Spivey Cove

VISIT DATE: 05/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Tellico

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tellico Plains

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Tellico Plains, TN, take State Rt. 165 east 4 miles to
Tellico Ranger Station sign (Forest Rt. 210).  At sign, bear
right (keeping river on right) onto Rt. 210 and go 12.9 miles to
Spivey Cove campground sign.  Turn left at sign into the
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,860 ft.

The campground is near the Tellico River situated in hardwoods.  
It is rustic with fire rings made from local stone.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 21 through November 19.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $6 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 2
   
   Total Sites: 14

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 0
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 34.5'

Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt.  Spigot is hand pump.

BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No

OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
  No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes

Comments:
Tellico River is a non-commercial whitewater river.

HIKING - No

FISHING   
Stocked Rainbow and Brown Trout in nearby Tellico River.

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CAMPGROUND NAME: Thunder Rock

VISIT DATE: 05/27/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025

STATE: Tennessee

REGION: Southern

RANGER DISTRICT: Ocoee

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ducktown

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From Ducktown, TN, take US Rt. 64 west for 7.4 miles to campground 
sign (and sign identifying TVA Ocoee Powerhouse #3).  Turn left at 
campground sign and proceed around powerhouse into the campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,040 ft.

The campground is popular with whitewater enthusiasts, hikers, 
kayak/canoe users and mountain bikers.  Tent campsites are walk-in.  
The campground is best suited for small recreation vehicles (20 ft or 
less) and tent campers.  The Campsites are close together with minimal 
understory. A bike wash stall is available.  Not all campsites are 
open year round.

The campground is one mile from Ocoee Whitewater Center, site of the 
1996 Olympic kayak and canoe competition.  Whitewater equipment and 
guides are available from local outfitters; call the ranger district 
office for more information.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open February 24 through January 20 - weather permitting

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - single
$20 per day - w/ electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
   
   Total Sites: 42

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
Equestrian Camping: 

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 1
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0

No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 58'

Comments:
The parking aprons are pea gravel.  RV waste station with potable 
water is available at Parksville Lake campground (Forest Service).

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
  No. Threaded: 0

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes

Comments:
See general comments.  Contact ranger district office for permitted 
whitewater outfitters.

HIKING
Thunder Rock Trail 305 - 1.6 miles
Tanasi Trail system (foot and mountain bike) - a network of trails 
(estimated to be 15 to 20 miles)
Benton Mackaye Trail (foot and mountain bike) - estimated to be 
100-mile network of trails

FISHING No




Fred and Suzi Dow