About this campground
Backcountry trails, scenic driving and the Nolichucky River provide opportunities for outdoor adventure. High elevation balds along the Unaka Mountain Range offer spectacular views. Look for Pinnacle Mountain Fire Tower located on the crest of Buffalo Mountain. The zone is rich with Civilian Conservation Corps history: view their legacy at Laurels, Rock Creek and Unaka Mountain Road. Enjoy picnicking at Laurels, Limestone Cove, Rock Creek and Chestoa or camp at Rock Creek Recreation Area. Unaka Mountains Map Unaka Mountains Guide
Activities
- AUTO TOURING
- CAMPING
- HIKING
- OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE
- PICNICKING
- RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
- SWIMMING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Erwin National Fish HatcheryFish And Wildlife Service3 mi
- Pinnacle Tower HikeCherokee National Forest3 mi
- Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)Cherokee National Forest3 mi
- Watauga Ranger StationCherokee National Forest3 mi
- Unaka Mountain Scenic DriveCherokee National Forest4 mi
- The Laurels Picnic Area PavilionsCherokee National Forest6 mi
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Unaka Mountains doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Tennessee campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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