Spivey Cove Campground
Currently closed for the season. Based on typical operating schedule, the campground opens around late May and closes mid-November. No reservations accepted; all sites are first-come, first-served.
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…
Citico Creek Flood Closure
Significant flood occurred in the Citico Creek watershed, Tellico Ranger District. Large potions of road is washed out and the route is currently closed from Indian Boundary to approximately Camp 11. The road is impassable and access is currently closed to motorized vehicles. NFSR 35-1 Citico…
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
Spivey Cove Campground is a secluded, primitive camping area tucked into a quiet hollow near the Tellico River in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest. The campground offers 16 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, making it ideal for spontaneous camping trips in the southern Appalachians. The facilities are basic: vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water on site. Campers should bring their own drinking water, though nearby campgrounds in the Tellico corridor have water available. Sites are $6 per night and accommodate a maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles. Payment can be made via QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, which should be downloaded before arrival due to limited cell service. This is bear country, so all food and beverages must be stored in approved bear-proof containers, locked vehicles, or hard-sided campers. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The campground provides a peaceful base for exploring the Tellico River area, with fishing and hiking opportunities nearby.
Directions
From Tellico Plains, turn onto TN 165 for approximately 5 miles, turn right onto Forest Road 210 past the Ranger Station. The campground is approximately 12 miles upstream.
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 | $6 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (423) 397-8455 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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