Established Camping
Bald Mountains
Bald Mountains in Tennessee offers a camping experience surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests. Temperatures range from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer, providing varied conditions throughout the year. Nearby, campers can explore the Appalachian Trail and visit the Nolichucky River for outdoor activities.
Description
US Forest Service
Cherokee National Forest
View from Appalachian Trail on Big Firescald Knob Most of the area is remote backcountry, including Bald Mountain Ridge Scenic Area and Sampson Mountain Wilderness. Roads are limited, but forty-plus miles of trail access the forest. The area is known for its diverse populations of wildflowers and a number of waterfalls, including 60-foot fan-shaped Margarette Falls and Sill Branch Falls. Try fishing Nolichucky River, Horse Creek, Dry Creek and Clark Creek. Horse Creek and Old Forge Recreation areas offer picnicking, water play and camping. Bald Mountains Map Bald Mountains Guide
Location
Bald Mountains is located in Tennessee
Coordinates
36.07275095 N
82.59457927 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
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Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Johnson City
- 1 hr 10 min from Asheville
- 1 hr 17 min from Kingsport
- 1 hr 50 min from Morristown
