Sourwood Campground
Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations accepted. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash.
High Wind Warning issued October 10 at 2:32AM 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
Sourwood Campground is a primitive dispersed camping area situated along the Tellico River corridor in Cherokee National Forest. The riverside location provides a peaceful setting with the sound of flowing water, making it popular among anglers targeting trout and paddlers exploring the river. The campground sits about a half mile upriver from Green Cove, a small fishing community along Tellico River Road. As a free primitive camping area, facilities are minimal. A single vault toilet is provided, but there is no potable water, trash service, or hookups. Campers must bring their own water supply and pack out all trash. The area is first-come, first-served with no reservations. The surrounding Cherokee National Forest offers extensive recreation opportunities including the Cherohala Skyway scenic drive, Bald River Falls, and hiking on the Benton MacKaye Trail. Access requires a vehicle with medium to high ground clearance due to narrow and rough road conditions.
Directions
From Tellico Plains, take TN 165 east toward the Cherohala Skyway. Turn onto Forest Road 210 (Tellico River Road) and continue along the river. The campground is located about a half mile upriver from Green Cove. A medium to high ground clearance vehicle is recommended due to narrow and rough road conditions.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 253-8400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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