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.
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
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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