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Backcountry Site 1 — Norris Dam State Park

Backcountry Site 1 at Norris Dam State Park is located near Norris, TN, and features forested terrain with trails and wooded areas. Temperatures range from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Norris Dam and Norris Lake, offering opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating.

Description

State Park

Norris Dam State Park has three backcountry campsites.

There are two new backcountry sites on one of the trails at Norris Dam State Park. Backcountry Site 1 is overlooking Norris Lake and is big enough for two small tents. Capacity is four people.

Backcountry Site 2 is along Lakeview Trail, and is big enough for one tent and capacity is four people also. Both sites have fire rings with a grill attachment and a level area. No water or electric is available. The trail to get to these two sites begins at the TVA / Camp Kinchen parking area. Round trip to either site is roughly 11.5 miles.

Backcountry Site 3 is located on top of Andrews Ridge with beautiful views of Norris Lake during the winter. There is a stone fire ring. No water or electric is available. The site will accommodate up to three tents and six people.

Please practice Leave No Trace and pack everything in and everything out. Reservations may be made online, but please check in at the park office prior to setting out.

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Location

Backcountry Site 1 — Norris Dam State Park is located in Tennessee

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

36.2396 N
84.1094 W

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Access

  • Hike-In
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  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
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    Good
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable

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Reviewed Apr. 14, 2023

Nice primitive sites

I just did an overnighter here but it was quiet, good space between spots,access to bathhouse and good fire rings. Nothing bad to say about it.

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  • Review photo of Backcountry Site 1 — Norris Dam State Park by Michael M., April 14, 2023
  • Review photo of Backcountry Site 1 — Norris Dam State Park by Michael M., April 14, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Backcountry Site 1 — Norris Dam State Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Backcountry Site 1 — Norris Dam State Park does not have wifi.