Established Camping
Pigeon River Campground
Pigeon River Campground is located near Hartford, Tennessee, surrounded by forested terrain and the flowing Pigeon River. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Appalachian Trail, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.
Description
USDA Forest Service
View of Wasp Community Area in Cherokee National Forest Favorite activities in this remote area include whitewater rafting, hiking and camping. Located between the French Broad and Pigeon Rivers, this area offers pockets of backcountry nestled among the rural communities of Cocke County, TN. This area is home to Catherine Marshalls’s novel Christy and the historic Wasp Community. Hike a section of the Appalachian Trail and other forest trails. Camp at Round Mountain, rated as the number one tent campground in Tennessee. Explore Martha Sundquist State Forest and contact local outfitters to help guide your whitewater adventure. Pigeon River Area Map Pigeon River Area Guide
Location
Pigeon River Campground is located in Tennessee
Directions
From Jct of I-40 & Hartford Road (Exit 447), N 0.9 mi on Hartford Rd (L)
Address
3375 Hartford Rd
Hartford, TN 37753
Coordinates
35.81733096 N
83.15871097 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 51 min from Morristown
- 1 hr 7 min from Knoxville
- 1 hr 28 min from Asheville
