Holly Flats Campground
Holly Flats typically operates from late May through mid-November. The campground is first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. No potable water is available on site.
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…
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About
Holly Flats Campground occupies a scenic stretch along Bald River deep within Cherokee National Forest's Tellico Ranger District. The remote 15-site campground provides a true rustic camping experience for those seeking solitude and river access. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table, camping pad, charcoal grill, and lantern post. The campground offers vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The Bald River corridor is known for quality trout fishing, and several hiking trails are accessible from the area. Bear activity is present; all food and beverages must be stored in bear-proof containers, locked vehicles, or hard-sided campers when not in use. Holly Flats operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Sites cost $6 per night, with a maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles per site. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m. and check-out is at noon. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The Scan and Pay feature via the Recreation.gov mobile app may be available for payment.
Directions
From Tellico Plains, turn onto TN 165 for approximately 5 miles, then turn right onto Forest Road 210 past the Ranger Station. Drive about 14 miles upstream, then turn onto Forest Road 126. The campground is approximately 6 miles on the left.
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 | $6 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 476-9700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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