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Chilhowee Campground

Chilhowee CampgroundPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
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Is Chilhowee Campground open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Cherokee National Forest. It doesn't name Chilhowee Campground, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Cherokee National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 61 sites for RV and tent campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 2,097 ft
  • Near BentonOcoee Ranger District · Cherokee National Forest

Located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, Chilhowee Campground offers a multitude of camping opportunities for both RV and tent sites, many with electric hookups. The day-use area includes McKamy Lake, a swim area with sand beach, picnic sites, a group picnic area, and a bathhouse. Be Aware; Do not use GPS directions: GPS coordinates will direct you up Benton Springs Rd. This route is not recommended. We recommend using Forest Service Road 77 to reach the recreation area. It's important to note, this facility requires driving 7 miles up to Chilhowee Campground on a narrow, winding road. Do not use the Benton Springs Access Road to the campground as this is an unpaved and dangerous road for RVs. Inexperienced RV drivers may have difficulties getting to and around the site.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.

  • Best time to go · Feb, Apr–May

    Best time to visit Chilhowee Campground

    Best months: February, April–May and September–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      50° / 29°

      13 wet

    2. Feb

      55° / 33°

      12 wet

    3. Mar

      63° / 39°

      13 wet

    4. Apr

      72° / 47°

      12 wet

    5. May

      79° / 56°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      86° / 64°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      89° / 68°

      12 wet

    8. Aug

      88° / 67°

      10 wet

    9. Sep

      83° / 60°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      73° / 48°

      9 wet

    11. Nov

      61° / 37°

      10 wet

    12. Dec

      53° / 32°

      13 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Cleveland Fltr Plt, TN, 11.3 mi away at 842 ft. The station sits about 1,300 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Chilhowee Campground

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