Flatwoods Group Picnic Area
This is a day-use group picnic area only with no overnight camping. Reservations are required via Recreation.gov and a gate combination must be obtained from the Ranger Station before arrival.
Flood Watch issued July 12 at 3:07PM EDT until July 13 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, including the following areas, Cherokee and Clay, east Tennessee, including the following areas, Anderson, Bledsoe, Blount Smoky Mountains, Bradley, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke Smoky Mountains, East Polk, Grainger, Hamblen, Hamilton, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Johnson, Knox, Loudon, Marion, McMinn, Meigs, Morgan, North Sevier, Northwest Blount, Northwest Carter, Northwest Cocke, Northwest Greene, Northwest Monroe, Rhea, Roane, Scott TN, Sequatchie, Sevier Smoky Mountains, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, Sullivan, Unicoi, Union, Washington TN and West Polk, and southwest Virginia, including the following areas, Lee, Russell, Scott VA, Washington VA and Wise. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT /1 AM CDT/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected through tonight. Locations that have recently seen flooding, or received several inches of rainfall, are at greatest risk of additional flooding if they receive additional heavy rainfall. Locations that have already seen flooding should take additional rounds of heavy rain and storms seriously. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Flatwoods Group Picnic Area is a secluded day-use facility nestled in the forests of the Clinch Ranger District in Jefferson National Forest. Designed for family reunions, organizational gatherings, and other group events, the site features a covered picnic shelter equipped with sinks, running water, a large built-in charcoal grill, and electrical outlets for small appliances. Flush restrooms are available on site. Open lawn areas adjacent to the shelter provide space for horseshoes, sports, and games. The facility is located behind a locked gate, ensuring privacy for reserved groups. Visitors must obtain a gate combination from the Ranger Station prior to arrival. Nearby recreational opportunities include the Guest River Gorge Trail, a 5.8-mile rail-trail following the Guest River through scenic cliff lines and 300-million-year-old sandstone outcrops. Little Stony Falls, a 24-foot waterfall accessible via the Little Stony National Recreation Trail, is also within easy driving distance. This is a day-use facility only; overnight camping is not permitted at Flatwoods Group Picnic Area.
Directions
From Coeburn, VA, go south on State Route 72 for 2.3 miles. The Flatwoods Picnic Area will be on the right (west) side of Route 72.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $80 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (276) 679-8370 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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