Houston Valley
The campground is temporarily closed due to extensive flood damage. No reopening date has been announced.
Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 2:01PM EDT until July 3 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Afternoon heat index values will approach or exceed 100 at times over all but the higher elevations, and some valley locations may see heat index values exceed 105. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. * WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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…
Warden Field (Citico Campsite #14) Limited to day use
Warden Field on the Tellico Ranger District is now limited to day use only. It is unlawful to enter or remain at Citico Campsite #14 (Warden Field) during the night period from 10p.m. to 6a.m. of every day during the time period of the 12th of May, 2026 through the 8th of September, 2026.
About
Houston Valley Recreation Area is a small, peaceful campground nestled along the edge of a hardwood forest in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest. At 1,800 feet elevation directly off TN Scenic Highway 107, the campground offers eight widely-spaced sites that provide privacy and a quiet camping experience. The fall foliage along this scenic highway is particularly spectacular. The area is centrally located between Paint Creek and Weaver Bend, making it an excellent base for fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. The Gum Springs Trail connects to the recently renovated Meadow Creek fire tower lookout platform. Nearby Burnette Gap Trailhead and Bubbling Springs Rifle Range offer additional recreation options. A scenic drive along Brush Creek Road leads to Weaver Bend and Allen Branch Pond, which has an accessible 0.2-mile trail. Facilities include flush toilets, picnic tables, grills, and a reservable pavilion with a grassy volleyball court. Note that potable water has not been available since the 2019 season. Campers should bring their own drinking water.
Directions
From Greeneville, TN take TN 70 south about 10 miles. Turn right onto TN 107 west, travel nine miles. Houston Valley is located on the left. From Newport, TN, travel on US25/70 south, turn left onto TN 107 east and travel five miles to Houston Valley on the right.
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 | $7 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 638-4109 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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