Chilhowee Recreation Area

Fee Required USFS Developed Campground

About Chilhowee Recreation Area

Located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, Chilhowee Campground offers more than 70 campsites, electric hookups, RV sites, tent-only sites and multiple bathhouses. The campground is usually open from early April to late October, with an overflow area and day use area open year-round. 7-acre McKamy Lake offers a swim area with a sand beach, and fishing from the bank. Boats are allowed, but gasoline motors are not. Also, within the recreation area are approximately 25 miles of hiking and biking trails, and a scenic waterfall. On the drive up to the campground, stop at one of the many observation overlooks to see beautiful mountain settings. Wildlife is abundant in this area, so have your camera ready and tread lightly.

Details

Fees: Overnight Use: Single Site: $12 per night Single Site with electric hook-up: $20 per night Single Site with electric hook-up: $15 per night (Walk-in) Double Site: $20 per night Day Use: $3 per vehicle per day

Location

Coordinates: 35.152200, -84.608600

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