Katy Branch
Open for the 2026 season. Operates May through October. Reservations required via Recreation.gov with a 2-day minimum on weekends and 3-day minimum on holiday weekends. Key pickup from Unaka Ranger District office required at least 48 hours in advance.
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
Katy Branch is a former Youth Conservation Corps camp converted into a group rental facility in the Cherokee National Forest of Washington County, Tennessee. The private site sits behind a locked Forest Service gate about half a mile from the Nolichucky River, located roughly halfway between Greeneville and Erwin. The facility features an outdoor pavilion with a fireplace and three large picnic tables, plus a large charcoal grill for cooking. An attached building contains a kitchen area with stainless steel sink, microwave, and refrigerator (no oven), along with two accessible restrooms. Five folding tables and 80 folding chairs are available on-site. Two large fields adjacent to the buildings provide open space for activities, while surrounding forested land offers opportunities for hiking and exploration. The site accommodates groups up to 125 people with parking for up to 45 vehicles. Potable water is available. Key pickup from the Unaka Ranger District office is required at least 48 hours in advance during weekday business hours (8 AM to 4:30 PM). Horses and pack animals are not permitted.
Directions
From Greeneville travel east on 11E to TN State Road 107. Travel approximately 14.5 miles to the gate at Katy Branch located on the right. Landmarks include Clark Creek Road on the right and Jackson Bridge Road on the left. Unlock the gate and travel about 0.5 miles to the pavilion.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
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 | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Cherokee NF Katy Branch |
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