Forested terrain and creek access define the character of Holston Mountain Area, a US Forest Service campground set within Cherokee National Forest outside Bristol, Tennessee. The site sits near both a creek and a lake, with tree cover that provides shade throughout. No pets are allowed. Campers wanting a nearby alternative can consider Little Oak Campground, located roughly two miles north.
Description
View of Holston Mountain from South Holston Lake in Cherokee National Forest Holston Mountain provides a scenic backdrop for South Holston Lake and is a venue for boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing and horseback riding. A horse trail complex winds for more than 30 miles along both sides of Holston Mountain. Visit the scenic Blue Hole waterfall located off TN Highway 91. Camp on the lakeshore at Jacob’s Creek and Little Oak Recreation Areas. Holston Mountain Area Map Holston Mountain Area Guide
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Map & DirectionsHolston Mountain Area is located in Tennessee near Bristol
Coordinates
36.49334272 N
82.07126136 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/30/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 51 min from Johnson City, TN
- 1 hr from Kingsport, TN
- 1 hr 39 min from Morristown, TN
- 1 hr 53 min from Asheville, NC
