Anthony Creek Horse Camp
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from late March or April through November, weather dependent. Reservations required and available up to six months in advance through Recreation.gov.
High Wind Watch issued March 14 at 2:07AM EDT until March 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, Johnson, Sevier Smoky Mountains, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, and Unicoi Counties. * WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
About
Anthony Creek Horse Camp sits along the gently rolling waters of Anthony Creek near Cades Cove in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This primitive equestrian campground features three campsites, each accommodating up to 6 people and 4 horses. Stalls are provided at each site, and horses may water from the nearby stream. The campground serves as a trailhead for several popular horse trails, including the Anthony Creek Trail, which intersects the camp and climbs Bote Mountain with a 3,000-foot elevation gain. Riders can access the Appalachian Trail via the Bote Mountain Trail or Russell Field Trail. Spring visitors can enjoy Mountain Laurel blooms on Spence Field. The campground offers primitive camping with no hookups or showers. Campers must bring their own drinking water, though a spigot is located about half a mile away at Cades Cove. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table. The nearby Cades Cove area features an 11-mile loop road with historic churches, log buildings, and a camp store. Townsend, nine miles away, offers full services. All horses must be accompanied by a negative Coggins test, and reservations are required through Recreation.gov up to six months in advance.
Directions
From Townsend, TN, take TN 73 south following signs to Cades Cove. The horse camp is accessed through the back of the Cades Cove Picnic Area through an unlocked gate. From Maryville, take US 321 north to Townsend (22 miles), then continue straight on TN 73. From Pigeon Forge, take US 321 south to Townsend, turn left on TN 73.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Helen_McNutt@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (865) 448-4103 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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