Dennis Cove Campground
Open for the 2026 season from April 27 through October 13. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Gate hours are 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Potable water is not available; campers must bring their own water supply. 14-day consecutive stay limit.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 1:45PM EDT until July 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of east Tennessee, including the following areas, Anderson, Blount Smoky Mountains, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke Smoky Mountains, Grainger, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Johnson, Knox, Loudon, Morgan, North Sevier, Northwest Blount, Northwest Carter, Northwest Cocke, Northwest Greene, Roane, Scott TN, Sevier Smoky Mountains, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Sullivan, Unicoi, Union and Washington TN and southwest Virginia, including the following areas, Lee, Russell, Scott VA, Washington VA and Wise. * WHEN...From midnight EDT tonight through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of showers and thunderstorms are expected tonight into Wednesday. Locations that receive multiple rounds or extended periods of locally heavy rainfall could experience flash flooding. Locations that have recently seen flooding need less rainfall to have additional flooding, and should take additional rounds of heavy rain and storms seriously. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
Peavine Sheeds Road Closure for repairs
Forest Service begins phased construction to Peavine Sheeds Road, FS 221, south of Parksville Lake in the Ocoee Ranger District. Phase 1 will disrupt access beginning July 16 from 35.0072,-84.6889 to 34.9889, -84.6339 as depicted in the graphic. Major repairs will address storm damage. Marked…
About
Dennis Cove Campground is a secluded mountain retreat in Carter County, Tennessee, nestled along the beautiful Laurel Fork Creek within the Cherokee National Forest. At 2,650 feet elevation, the creekside location and dense forest canopy make it especially appealing during hot summer months. The campground offers 15 sites total, including 13 single sites (one tent-only) and two double sites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern holder. Laurel Fork Creek is stocked with rainbow trout below the campground, while upstream waters are managed as wild trout streams supporting brown, rainbow, and brook trout. The Laurel Fork Trail follows the creek for 8 miles with 26 stream crossings. The Appalachian Trail can be accessed about a mile west on Dennis Cove Road, and the Coon Den Falls Trail begins adjacent to the campground. This is bear country. All food, trash, and scented items must be stored in bear-resistant containers, locked hard-sided vehicles, or suspended at least 12 feet off the ground and 6 feet from tree limbs. Non-compliance results in citations. Alcohol is prohibited throughout the campground.
Directions
From US 321/TN 67 in Hampton, turn onto Dennis Cove Road (Forest Road 50) and travel 5.0 miles. The road is steep and winding with switchbacks; plan to drive slowly.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| wataugarec@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (423) 735-1500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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