Forest Supervisor's Office (8a-4:30p M-F)
2800 Ocoee Street N
Cleveland TN 37312
(423) 476-9700
(423) 476-9721 (Fax) PLEASE NOTE: This is an information and administrative office located in Cleveland, TN and is not actually in the forest.
Due to winter storm damage high clearance four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for Flatwoods Road – NFSR #87 in Sullivan County from the entrance of Little Oak Campground to Hickory Tree.
Storm damage to the road resulted in potholes, deep ruts, slides, mud holes, etc. Click here for Notice
Cleveland, TN.—April 23, 2020 — Due to recent storm damage NFSR #221 Peavine Road is closed from NFSR #62 Big Frog Loop Road and the intersection of NFSR #55 Bakers Creek Road.Road Closure Map
USDA Forest Service officials at the Cherokee National Forest say National Forest System Roads were heavily impacted by recent severe spring storms. High water, numerous trees across roads, mud slides on roads and road washouts occurred throughout the 656,000 acre Cherokee National Forest, but the Ocoee Ranger District and the Tellico Ranger District were the hardest hit.
For public safety concerns, roads are being closed when hazardous conditions are identified. Many of them are either blocked or in a hazardous condition.
Because Forest Service crews are still assessing all the storm impacts national forest visitors are being asked to not travel National Forest System Roads (NFSR), in the Ocoee Ranger District.
Cleveland, TN.—April 23, 2020 — Due to recent storm damage NFSR #67 is closed at the intersection of NFSR #221 Peavine Road to the Sawmill Branch crossing. Road Closure Map
USDA Forest Service officials at the Cherokee National Forest say National Forest System Roads were heavily impacted by recent severe spring storms. High water, numerous trees across roads, mud slides on roads and road washouts occurred throughout the 656,000 acre Cherokee National Forest, but the Ocoee Ranger District and the Tellico Ranger District were the hardest hit.
For public safety concerns, roads are being closed when hazardous conditions are identified. Many of them are either blocked or in a hazardous condition.
Because Forest Service crews are still assessing all the storm impacts national forest visitors are being asked to not travel National Forest System Roads (NFSR), in the Ocoee Ranger District.
Emergency Road Closure Order, April 8, 2016, applies to Forest Service Roads 207, located in Cocke County on the Unaka Ranger District shown on attached map. 207 is closed to intersection of 207A.
A flash flood is a serious weather event for forest visitors because rising flood water is extremely dangerous—a sudden surge can claim victims in less than one minute.
Any intense, heavy rain that falls in a short amount of time can create flash flood conditions in a low-lying area, according to the National Weather Service, and it can happen at a moment’s notice any time of the year.
Your Safety is Your Responsibility:
Remember, city sirens don’t exist in nature.
Monitor weather forecasts, prior to visiting and during your visit to remote areas.
Cleveland, TN.—April 23, 2020 — Due to recent storm damage NFSR #221 Peavine Road at the Rough Creek crossing is closed.Road Closure Map
USDA Forest Service officials at the Cherokee National Forest say National Forest System Roads were heavily impacted by recent severe spring storms. High water, numerous trees across roads, mud slides on roads and road washouts occurred throughout the 656,000 acre Cherokee National Forest, but the Ocoee Ranger District and the Tellico Ranger District were the hardest hit.
For public safety concerns, roads are being closed when hazardous conditions are identified. Many of them are either blocked or in a hazardous condition.
Because Forest Service crews are still assessing all the storm impacts national forest visitors are being asked to not travel National Forest System Roads (NFSR), in the Ocoee Ranger District.
Quinn Springs Campground will remain closed for the 2015 season. The day use Pavilion will remain open to day use, can now be reserved in advance by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov.
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