North River Campground sits along a creek in Cherokee National Forest, accessible via North River Road with drive-in and walk-in sites. Multiple numbered sites include picnic tables and fire pits, with site 6 accommodating groups. Toilets and trash service are on-site. No pets are allowed, and alcohol is prohibited, a restriction common across campsites near Cherokee National Forest. The campground charges a fee, though the exact amount is unconfirmed. Dam Creek Walk-in Campground and Picnic Area is a nearby alternative roughly half a mile south.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsNorth River Campground is located in Tennessee near Coker Creek
Coordinates
35.3181 N
84.1257 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 26 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 37 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 52 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 2 hrs 50 min from Gainesville, GA











