Established Camping
Paint Creek Corridor
Paint Creek Corridor is located in the Cherokee National Forest, featuring forested terrain with creeks and trails. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Appalachian Trail and Hot Springs, offering opportunities for hiking and relaxation.
Description
Picnicking and many other recreation opportunities are available along scenic Paint Creek Corridor. Forest Road #41 parallels Paint Creek five miles between Paint Creek Campground and the French Broad River. Driving for pleasure is one of the most popular activities along the corridor, though bicycling is becoming increasingly more common. Paint Creek is stocked with trout during the summer months, and fly fishing is another favorite activity. Along the corridor, you’ll also find overlooks to observe Kelly and Dudley Falls, a warm water fishing pond, hiking trails and opportunities for dispersed camping.
Location
Paint Creek Corridor is located in Tennessee
Directions
From Greeneville, take TN 70 south for 11.2 miles. Turn right on Rollins Chapel Rd. and follow signs to Paint Creek Campground, then turn right onto Forest Road #41 (Paint Creek Road). From Newport, turn left on TN 107, and travel 10.1 miles. Turn right at Rollins Chapel Road and follow signs to Paint Creek Campground.
Coordinates
35.96252979 N
82.8675294 W
Drive Time
- 48 min from Morristown
- 58 min from Johnson City
- 1 hr 2 min from Kingsport
- 1 hr 11 min from Asheville
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
