Katy Branch, near Cherokee National Forest, is a picturesque campground that draws visitors looking for a blend of relaxation and adventure. With designated sites that come equipped with fire rings, it’s a perfect place to gather around the fire and roast some s'mores after a day of exploring.

This campground is known for its beautiful scenery and proximity to fantastic hiking trails. Campers rave about the area, with one visitor noting, “Awesome hiking nearby, definitely put that on your to-do list!” The clean restrooms and a convenient water spigot add to the comfort, making it easy to stay refreshed during your outdoor activities.

Katy Branch is a popular choice, especially in the summer months when the trails are bustling with fellow adventurers. While it can get busy, the spaciousness of the campground allows for a more relaxed atmosphere. Just remember to bring your own firewood, as sharing is part of the camping camaraderie here. Whether you’re tent camping, RVing, or trying out glamping, Katy Branch offers a welcoming environment for all types of campers.

## Overview

 Katy Branch, a former Youth Conservation Corp Camp, is a private outdoor pavilion surrounded by beautiful Tennessee woodlands in the Cherokee National Forest.
## Recreation

 Forested land is available for hiking and exploration and an open area is available for group activities.
## Facilities

 Rental facilities include an open pavilion with fireplace and three large picnic tables. The pavilion is attached to a building that contains two accessible restrooms and a \"kitchen\" area with stainless steel sink, microwave and refrigerator. A large outdoor charcoal grill and five folding tables and 80 folding chairs are also available with the rental. The pavilion is located about .5 miles on a gravel road, closed to the public.
## Natural Features

 Katy Branch is located in open woodland. A more heavily forested area and an open area, part of which is used for parking, is adjacent to the pavilion area. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Katy Branch is located about half-way between the towns of Greeneville and Erwin. Though it is not located on the Nolichucky River, the river is only about .5 miles away.

Katy Branch

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Beautiful, scenic, private plot for campsite complete with a fire pit. Very close to many trails. Clean showers and bathrooms. Loved it.

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Came to stay at this campground because we wanted to do some hiking nearby that we haven't done in FOREVER! We really loved this campground, and was surprised to find that it was super busy when we were there. People love this place, especially in the summer time. I also think people had the same thing in mind that we did, because the hiking trails were super busy too! The campground was fairly big, not sure how many campsites there were but seemed to be about 25ish. The restroom was fairly clean, and there was a water spigot as well which was nice. We brought plenty of water because we knew we would be hiking, but nice to know that you could use that if you ran out of water. The campground was easy to locate, and the road leading to the campground was in great shape. I read some reviews online that the road was super bumpy, but didn't seem to notice that. We did have a truck, though so maybe that's why. There is a picnic table and fire ring within the campsite which was nice. We used the fire ring during the evenings to make smores! Bring your own firewood :) We had to let some people borrow ours that we brought. Awesome hiking nearby, definitely put that on your to do list!

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