Big Oak Cove Campground

Area Status: Open

Looking to camp where you can wake at the crack of dawn and start fishing? The cool waters of the Tellico River just feet away will ease you to sleep each night. This is one of several small campgrounds on Tellico River Road (FS Rd 210). This campground offers 11 campsites with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post.

At a Glance

Area Amenities:	Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Parking
Fees:	Fee is $10 per site (11 sites)
Open Season:	5/4/2023 - 9/28/2023
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	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. Maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles at each site.
Closest Towns:	Tellico Plains, TN
Water:	No potable water provided
Restroom:	Vault Toillets
Operated By:	US Forest Service

General Information

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.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

No. of Sites	11
Reservation Info	Sites are first come, first serve and nonreservable.
Fire Information	There is a grill/fire ring at each campsite.
No. of Accessible sites	11