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Dispersed Camping
Prentice Cooper State Forest Camp
Prentice Cooper State Forest Camp is located near rugged terrain with dense forests and rocky outcrops. Temperatures range from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Tennessee River Gorge and Signal Mountain, offering opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.
Description
TN State Fish & Wildlife
Prentice Cooper State Forest & Wildlife Management Area
Camping is permitted at the Hunter's Check Station Camping area and the Davis Pond Camping area on a first-come, first-served basis. These primitive campsites have no sanitation facilities. Campers at the Davis Pond Camping area are required to be in the campsite by sunset and must remain in the campsite until sunrise. No in-or-out privileges with the exception of emergency purposes.
Location
Prentice Cooper State Forest Camp is located in Tennessee
Coordinates
35.1649805 N
85.41745476 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 23 min from Chattanooga
- 44 min from Cleveland
- 1 hr 29 min from Rome
- 1 hr 40 min from Huntsville
