Chilhowee Campground
Open seasonally from mid-April through mid-October. Reservations available via Recreation.gov at least 4 days in advance. Some sites are first-come, first-served. Day-use area and overflow camping area remain open year-round.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 2:31AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, including the following areas, Cherokee and Clay and east Tennessee, including the following areas, Bledsoe, Bradley, East Polk, Hamilton, Marion, Meigs, Rhea, Sequatchie and West Polk. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring moderate to heavy rainfall to the area early Saturday morning through early Sunday. Rainfall totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected with locally heavier amounts. High rainfall rates and the potential for repeated rounds of moderate to heavy rain will support the potential of flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 2:32AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of east Tennessee and southwest Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT /7 AM CDT/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Stronger wind gusts will be possible in higher elevations.
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…
About
Chilhowee Campground occupies a scenic mountain setting within the Chilhowee Recreation Area of Cherokee National Forest in southeastern Tennessee. The campground provides over 70 sites distributed across six loops (A through F), with a mix of electric and non-electric sites for both tent and RV camping. Each site includes a picnic table, grill, and lantern post. Bathhouses with flush toilets and warm showers are conveniently located in each loop, and an RV dump station is available at the end of E Loop. The recreation area centers on 7-acre McKamy Lake, which offers a swim area with a sand beach and fishing from the bank. Non-motorized boats are permitted. Approximately 25 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails wind through the area, including access to the scenic Benton Falls via a moderate 1.5-mile trail. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, and several observation overlooks along the access road provide stunning mountain vistas. Access requires a 7-mile drive up Forest Service Road 77 on a narrow, winding mountain road. GPS navigation often misdirects visitors via Benton Springs Road, which is unpaved and hazardous for RVs. Inexperienced RV drivers should exercise caution on the approach road.
Directions
From Highway 64/411 intersection, travel east 7 miles and turn onto Forest Road 77. Drive 7.5 miles to the campground. Do not use GPS directions or Benton Springs Road, which is unpaved and dangerous for RVs.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 90ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 338-3300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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