Sawmill Campground sits within Savage Gulf State Park near a creek in the Cumberland Plateau region outside Beersheba Springs. Access is hike-in only, and the trail conditions are noted as rough, so campers should plan accordingly. No pets are permitted. Reservations are available, and fees apply. Hikers who can manage the demanding approach will find a creek-side backcountry site; those wanting drive-up alternatives can compare nearby options like Collins West Campground — Savage Gulf State Park within the same park system.
Description
Savage Gulf offers over 70 backcountry campsites across the park. A Permit must be obtained through the park for all backcountry hiking. Sawmill Campground offers eight backcountry campsites with a max occupancy of six per campsite.
Entering from the Savage Gulf North parking lot; campground is 5.0 miles via the Stone Door, Big Creek Gulf, and Connector trails. Entering from the Savage Gulf South parking lot; campground is 4.2 miles via the Collins Gulf trail. Water is available from Schwoon Spring.
Coordinates listed on The Dyrt are reflective of park entrance and not the trailhead.
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Map & DirectionsSawmill Campground is located in Tennessee near Beersheba Springs
Coordinates
35.4465633 N
85.6561981 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
Drive Time
- 1 hr 15 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 34 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 36 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 39 min from Huntsville, AL
