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Holly Flats Campground — Cherokee National Forest

Within Cherokee National Forest, Holly Flats Campground provides drive-in access for campers exploring the forested terrain near the Tennessee-North Carolina border. The USDA Forest Service manages this established campground, which includes toilet facilities but prohibits pets.

Campers can access Birch Branch Campground for a pet-friendly alternative, or explore campsites near Coker Creek for additional options in the area.

Reservation Info

This is first come - pay on site There are 16 available sites Maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles at each site.

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.
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RV Road Trip Guides

Map & DirectionsHolly Flats Campground is located in North Carolina near Coker Creek

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Directions

Directions: From Tellico Plains - turn onto TN 165 for approximately 5 miles, turn right onto FR 210 going past Ranger Station. Drive about 14 miles upstream, turn onto FR 126. Campground will be approximately 6 miles on left.

Coordinates

35.285699390453985 N
84.17873701125188 W

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
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    Verizon
    No Coverage
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    AT&T
    No Coverage

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    Verizon
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T
    No Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets

Contact

General Info

Drive Time


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Reviewed Sep. 21, 2026

Felt lik dispersed camping to me!

Man, what a beautiful campground built in 1960s. We had the place to ourselves, right next to the creek. Rough terrain getting there but we have a ford Econoline that had no trouble. Hate I didn’t snag enough pictures.

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Month of VisitSeptember

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Holly Flats Campground — Cherokee National Forest?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.