Round Mountain Campground

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.