Round Mountain Campground
The campground is currently closed. The 2026 season runs May 5 through October 1. First-come, first-served only; no advance reservations. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
High Wind Warning issued October 10 at 9:38AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected, especially in the higher elevations. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This set up is likely to produce high winds along the eastern TN mountains and foothills. Lower terrain will likely see lesser impacts.
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…
Spring Creek Road (NFSR 27) access interruption
An access interruption is now scheduled to begin on Spring Creek Rd (NFSR 27) with Phase 1 construction work beginning September 22, 2026. This will be a two-phase closure. During Phase 1, the Spring Creek Shooting Range will be accessible from Route 315 Tellico-Reliance Rd. During Phase 2, start…
About
Round Mountain Campground occupies a scenic ridgetop location at 3,100 feet elevation near the summit of Round Mountain in Cocke County, Tennessee. It ranks among the highest-elevation campgrounds in the Cherokee National Forest, and the combination of altitude, dense rhododendron thickets, mature hardwoods, and a small mountain stream creates notably cool conditions during the hot summer months. The campground offers 16 individual sites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post. Facilities include vault toilets, but no potable water is available. Campers must bring their own water supply. All food and beverages must be stored in approved bear-proof containers, locked vehicles, or hard-sided campers when not in active use. Sites accommodate a maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles. No alcohol is permitted. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only; reservations are not available. Payment of $7 per night can be made with cash, check, or by scanning a QR code at the site using the Recreation.gov mobile app.
Directions
From Greeneville: Take TN 70 south about 10 miles, turn right onto TN 107 for about 13 miles, turn right onto US 25/70, travel 3 miles and turn left onto TN 107. Follow camping symbols to Round Mountain Campground. From Newport: Travel south on US 25/70 for 11 miles, turn right onto TN 107, follow camping symbols to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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 |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Round Mountain Campground |
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