Rough Ridge Campground
One of two group campgrounds located adjacent to Tellico River, each site in Rough Ridge Campground contains two picnic tables, two lantern posts, and a grill/firering. These sites can accommodate two 26 foot camping trailers and four cars.
General Information
Open year-round.
Discount Passes do not apply at Rough Ridge Campground.
Food storage restrictions apply at all areas on the Cherokee National Forest. All food and beverages must be stored in an approved bear-proof container, your locked vehicle or hard-sided camper at all times unless being eaten, prepared, or transported.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $10 per night
Double Site: $20 per night
Fee is $10 per site for 5 people or less per site, and $20 per site for more than 5 people per site.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 35.2609
Longitude: -84.0842
Directions
From Tellico Plains - turn onto TN 165 for approximately 5 miles, turn right onto FR 210 going past Ranger Station. Campground will be approximately 17 miles upstream.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.