Established Camping
Rough Ridge Campground
Rough Ridge Campground is located near Tellico Plains in the Cherokee National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Cherohala Skyway and Bald River Falls, offering scenic views and hiking opportunities for campers.
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.
Location
Rough Ridge Campground is located in Tennessee
Coordinates
35.2609 N
84.0842 W
Detours Nearby
Nantahala Hideaway Campground & Cabins
39 min away
Crawford's Campground - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
43 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from Cleveland
- 1 hr 47 min from Knoxville
- 2 hrs 1 min from Chattanooga
- 2 hrs 26 min from Gainesville
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
