Rough Creek Dispersed sits at the end of a rough forest road in Cherokee National Forest, where the approach alone takes roughly 35 minutes to cover 4 miles. Ground clearance and off-road tires are necessary. Only two sites exist here, but both are large enough to accommodate a group. The campground is free, pets are allowed, and cell service is available. Campers wanting a developed alternative can look at Thunder Rock Campground to the north, or browse campgrounds near Cherokee National Forest for a wider range of options.
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Map & DirectionsRough Creek Dispersed is located in Tennessee near Copperhill
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
35.05410974326708 N
84.48000247755701 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 9/7/26- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/7/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 9/7/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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.
Drive Time
- 38 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 1 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 4 min from Dalton, GA
- 1 hr 42 min from Gainesville, GA
