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Donley Cabin

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Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
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Is Donley Cabin open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Cherokee National Forest. It doesn't name Donley Cabin, 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.

  • 1 siteReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 2,329 ft
  • Near Tellico PlainsTellico Ranger District · Cherokee National Forest

Donley Cabin is a primitive and historic structure in the heart of the Cherokee National Forest, offering visitors a glimpse of the past. The cabin does not have electricity, running water or locks on the door. Guests should be aware that visitors often frequent the cabin during tours of the area. It predates the Civil War and is among the oldest cabins available for rental in the Forest Service system. The cabin offers access to a variety of recreational activities, including numerous trails and streams. Visitors must walk a quarter-mile from the parking area, along a slight grade and over a bridge on the North River, to the cabin. All equipment must be carried in. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring many of their own amenities. No pets are allowed except for service animals. The cabin is available by RESERVATION ONLY. Walk-ins are not allowed.

Local outfitters

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

  • Best time to go · Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov

    Best time to visit Donley Cabin

    Best months: March–June 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° / 27°

    2. Feb

      54° / 29°

    3. Mar

      62° / 35°

    4. Apr

      70° / 42°

    5. May

      77° / 51°

    6. Jun

      84° / 58°

    7. Jul

      86° / 62°

    8. Aug

      86° / 61°

    9. Sep

      82° / 56°

    10. Oct

      72° / 43°

    11. Nov

      61° / 34°

    12. Dec

      53° / 29°

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Andrews, NC, 16.6 mi away at 1,749 ft. The station sits about 600 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.

Donley Cabin

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