Big Oak Cove Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. Based on prior years, seasonal opening typically occurs around late May. The 2025 season opened May 22.
Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 2:01PM EDT until July 3 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Afternoon heat index values will approach or exceed 100 at times over all but the higher elevations, and some valley locations may see heat index values exceed 105. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. * WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Campsite limitations
Specific Camping prohibitions1. Camping for more than 14 days in developed and dispersed areas. Camping in anylocation is limited to 14 consecutive days. On the 14th consecutive day, the camper andparty must leave that area/campground for a minimum of seven days before returning foranother stay. If…
Warden Field (Citico Campsite #14) Limited to day use
Warden Field on the Tellico Ranger District is now limited to day use only. It is unlawful to enter or remain at Citico Campsite #14 (Warden Field) during the night period from 10p.m. to 6a.m. of every day during the time period of the 12th of May, 2026 through the 8th of September, 2026.
About
Big Oak Cove Campground sits just feet from the Tellico River in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest, making it an ideal base for fishing enthusiasts. The campground is one of several small sites along scenic Tellico River Road (Forest Road 210), approximately 17 miles upstream from the Tellico Ranger Station. The campground offers 11 primitive sites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post. There is no potable water on site, though drinking water is available at nearby campgrounds. Vault toilets are provided. Sites accommodate a maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles. This is bear country, and all food must be stored in an approved bear-proof container, locked vehicle, or hard-sided camper when not being prepared or eaten. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations.
Directions
From Tellico Plains, turn onto TN 165 for approximately 5 miles, then turn right onto Forest Road 210 past the Ranger Station. The campground is approximately 17 miles upstream.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 476-9700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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