Free to camp for $7 or less per night, Round Mountain sits within Cherokee National Forest outside Del Rio, Tennessee, accessible by drive-in, hike-in, or walk-in routes. The campground runs April through November, has vault toilets and trash service on-site, and does not allow pets. Road access comes up in multiple reviews, suggesting the approach warrants attention depending on conditions.
Sites here are basic but functional. Campers report rocky terrain, concrete picnic tables, fire rings with grill grates, and packed tent pads. One site features a small creek running through a culvert beneath the driveway. Moss-covered ground and dense tree cover characterize the surroundings, which reviewers consistently describe as secluded. Noise levels, however, can vary depending on neighbors. At least one visitor had a late-night disturbance from a nearby group, so light sleepers should factor that in.
Larry sums it up plainly: "very secluded and quiet." That holds on most nights, though it is not guaranteed. The campground also sits within reasonable range of Max Patch, a well-known summit with open ridge views, making it a practical overnight stop for hikers working that area. Those exploring tent campgrounds near Cherokee National Forest will find Round Mountain on the more primitive end of the spectrum. It suits self-sufficient campers who want a low-cost base with minimal infrastructure and don't require hookups or developed facilities.
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.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (423) 638-4109.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRound Mountain is located in Tennessee near Del Rio
Coordinates
35.8386 N
82.9538 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.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Morristown, TN
- 1 hr 8 min from Asheville, NC
- 1 hr 30 min from Johnson City, TN
