Dam Creek Walk-in Campground And Picnic Area
Typically closed late fall through early spring due to freezing temperatures and reduced seasonal maintenance. Contact the Tellico Ranger District for current status and opening dates.
Frost Advisory issued May 2 at 12:42PM EDT until May 3 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Temperatures around or slightly below 36 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina and east Tennessee. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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…
Camping not permitted within 300 feet of the Cherohala Skyway
Camping restricted along Skyway to beyond 300 yards.
motorboats restricted on Forest Service Lakes
Possession or operating a vessel powered by an internal combustion engine of any size or propelled by any other machinery rated greater than 5 horsepower is prohibited on McKamy Lake, Indian Boundary Lake, and Allen Branch Pond.
Cherokee National Forest enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
USDA Forest Service officials initiate Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on the Cherokee National Forest beginning Friday in response to extreme fire danger due to prolonged drought. The restrictions will prohibit fires outside of developed recreation sites. Drought conditions persist across the…
Little Sylco Project closes portion of FS 221
The US Forest Service plans to disrupt access to portions of FS 221 beginning Nov. 10 south of Parksville Lake while permanent water crossing repairs are completed to improve access across the Cherokee National Forest in Polk County. This Emergency Repair is in response to flood damage that…
Access disrupted to Chilhowee Recreation Area and Forest Service Road #77
UPDATE: Construction crews closed access to Chilhowee Recreation Area for road construction and paving. This is a phased project with adjustments to Chilhowee access throughout the phases. The long-term improvement project includes installation of dumpster pads for bear-proof dumpsters and…
Little Milligan Boat Ramp Temporary Closure Planned
The Little Milligan Boat Ramp Recreation Area is temporary unavailable to the public for visitor health and safety during Hurricane Helene salvage logging operations.
Closure order prohibiting protected areas pertaining to Paint Rock
Going into or being upon or in the area of closure (this includes all forms ofpresence, including as a pedestrian or by any and all other means)
Wilderness Closure Orders
This Forest Order is associated with Wilderness Areas limitations concerning stay duration, group size limits, mechanized equipment, camping and camping equipment.
Donley Cabin Camping Limitations
Limits to Donley Cabin exist to preserve small group opportunities in a remote setting. No overnight occupancy by more than 6 persons. No stays in the area except for 6 person limit authorized between sundown and sunrise. No discharge of firearm, air rifle, or gas gun within 500 feet of Donley…
Equestrian animals prohibited around Citico Creek
Equestrian animals are prohibited from going into or being upon the critical habitat portion of Citico Creek for the protection of threatened and endanger species.
About
Dam Creek Walk-in Campground and Picnic Area is a quiet, historic site built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in Cherokee National Forest. This small walk-in campground provides a peaceful retreat away from vehicle traffic, ideal for campers seeking solitude in a forested setting. The centerpiece of the area is a 2.5-acre pond stocked with bass, bluegill, and catfish, accessible from the shoreline and fishing piers. An accessible quarter-mile trail loops around the pond, offering an easy walk through the forest. The site includes both camping and day-use picnic facilities, making it suitable for both overnight stays and afternoon visits. As a walk-in campground, visitors must carry their gear a short distance from the parking area to the campsites. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a modest nightly fee. Payment is cash or check only, and Senior/Access pass holders receive a 50% discount.
Directions
From Tellico Plains, Tennessee, take TN-165 East for approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto River Road (Forest Service Road 210) and continue for about 3 miles to reach the campground.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| 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 | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 253-8400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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