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.
Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 2:01PM EDT until July 3 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Afternoon heat index values will approach or exceed 100 at times over all but the higher elevations, and some valley locations may see heat index values exceed 105. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. * WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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…
Warden Field (Citico Campsite #14) Limited to day use
Warden Field on the Tellico Ranger District is now limited to day use only. It is unlawful to enter or remain at Citico Campsite #14 (Warden Field) during the night period from 10p.m. to 6a.m. of every day during the time period of the 12th of May, 2026 through the 8th of September, 2026.
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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