Mcnabb Creek Group
Closed — Closed until further notice due to lack of a toilet pumping contract. No reopening date has been announced.
From Recreation.gov
The McNabb Creek Group Camp is closed until further notice due to a lack of a toilet pumping contract.
Access disruption south of Parksville Lake for Culvert Replacement
The Forest Service plans to begin work Dec. 31, 2025 that will disrupt access to Indian Creek Road (NFSR 302) on the Cherokee National Forest south of Parksville Lake in Polk County. Access will be disrupted while 100 culverts are replaced.
Little Sylco Project closes portion of FS 221
The US Forest Service plans to disrupt access to portions of FS 221 beginning Nov. 10 south of Parksville Lake while permanent water crossing repairs are completed to improve access across the Cherokee National Forest in Polk County.
Little Milligan Boat Ramp Temporary Closure Planned
Temporary closure for Little Milligan Boat Ramp Recreation Area is planned to start in the fall of 2025 for visitor health and safety during logging operations. A specific start date for the closure is to be determined.
About
McNabb Creek Group Campground is located along the North River in the Tellico River area of the Cherokee National Forest in eastern Tennessee. This group campground has long served as a hub for fishermen, hunters, family reunions, and other group activities seeking a secluded spot in the Southern Appalachians. The campground sits in the Smokey Mountains section of Tennessee's only national forest, which covers 650,000 acres and is home to more than 20,000 species of plants and animals. The single group site can accommodate 10 to 60 people and includes picnic tables, grills, and portable toilets when operational. There is no water or electricity available, making this a more rustic camping experience. The North River provides excellent opportunities for fishing and swimming, while the surrounding forest offers hiking trails and seasonal hunting. The campground is located about 18 miles from the Cherohala Skyway, a 43-mile National Scenic Byway, and less than 20 miles from the mountain town of Tellico Plains. This is a pack-in, pack-out facility where campers must bring their own water and remove all trash. The area requires bear-aware practices, and alcohol is prohibited. The remote location offers privacy and a true backcountry group camping experience for those seeking solitude in the Cherokee National Forest.
Directions
From I-75 in Sweetwater, Tennessee, take State Route 68 to Tellico Plains. Turn left onto Highway 165 for 6 miles. Turn right onto Forest Development Road 210 (Tellico River Road) for 10 miles. Turn left onto FR 217 (North River Road). The camp is located 2 miles on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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