Rough Ridge Campground
Currently showing as closed despite normally operating year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect across Cherokee National Forest; campfires remain permitted within designated fire rings at developed sites.
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
Rough Ridge Campground is one of two group campgrounds located along the scenic Tellico River in Cherokee National Forest. Situated about 17 miles upstream from the Tellico Ranger Station via Forest Road 210, the campground provides a rustic camping experience in Tennessee's Appalachian backcountry. Each site comes equipped with two picnic tables, two lantern posts, and a grill/fire ring. The campground can accommodate camping trailers up to 26 feet in length, with parking for up to four vehicles per site. Vault toilets are available on-site, but there is no potable water; campers should bring their own drinking water or obtain it from nearby campgrounds. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only with no advance reservations. Payment can be made on-site via cash, check, or QR code scan using the Recreation.gov mobile app. Interagency Senior/Access passes provide a 50% discount for the site occupied by the pass holder.
Directions
From Tellico Plains, turn onto TN 165 for approximately 5 miles, turn right onto Forest Road 210 going past the Ranger Station. The campground is approximately 17 miles upstream.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 26ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 26ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 397-8455 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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