Parksville Lake Campground
The campground operates nearly year-round, typically opening in late February and closing in mid-January. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. FS Road 221 south of Parksville Lake has access disruptions for water crossing repairs.
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…
Emergency road closures due to storm damage
The Cherokee National Forest has enacted emergency closures to Hurricane Gap Road (NFSR 31) Closed on Rollins Chapel Road side from Mile Post 1.116 to Mile Post 1.665Dick Creek Road (NFSR 307)In addition HWY 395 is now closed blocking Unaka Mnt. access from Indian Gap.
About
Parksville Lake Campground occupies a prime location on Tennessee's oldest lake in the Cherokee National Forest. Created in 1910-11 by Tennessee Rural Electric Company, the 1,930-acre lake (also known as Lake Ocoee) provides swimming beaches and boat ramps within easy reach. The campground is split by Highway 30 into distinct sections: the RV campground on one side features approximately 17 sites with electric hookups, nicely spaced and well-shaded, with several sites along a small stream. The tent and group camping area on the opposite side offers around 24 sites including pod configurations for groups of 5-30 people. Each site includes a picnic table, grill, and lantern post. The RV loop has a centrally located bathhouse with flush toilets and warm showers, plus an RV dump station near the entrance/exit. The area is bear country, so bear-resistant trash receptacles are provided and bear-proof food storage is required. The Ocoee Scenic Byway passes through the area, and nearby trails offer hiking and mountain biking opportunities. The campground provides an excellent base for exploring the Ocoee River recreation area.
Directions
From Highway 64/411 intersection, travel on Highway 64 east for approximately 9.5 miles. Turn onto Highway 30 for 0.25 mile. RV sites are located on the left, group tent camping on the right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 338-3300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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