Chilhowee Group Camp
Campground · Tennessee · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Cherokee National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 75
- People per site
- 2,067 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, Chilhowee Group Camp offers camping for up to 75 individuals. Nearby McKamy Lake offers a swim area with a sandy beach and fishing from the bank. On the drive up to the campground, stop at one of the many observation overlooks to enjoy the beautiful mountains. Wildlife is abundant in this area, so have your camera ready and tread lightly.Recreation
Within the recreation area are approximately 25 miles of hiking and biking trails including the Chilhowee Trails System. Chilhowee Group camp is an excellent location for wildlife viewing and accessing a nearby scenic waterfall. Fishing is available on the seven-acre McKamy Lake. Boats are allowed, but gasoline motors are not.Facilities
The group camp includes a large open area with picnic tables and a grill as well as an RV site with electric hook up. Camp sites are scattered through the trees surrounding the RV site. Within the group site itself, a waterless vault toilet is available year-round. During the warmer months, (typically April-October), a bathhouse with flushing toilets and showers is available nearby.Both the beach and many trails are located within a short walking distance of the site.
Drinking water is available near the entrance to the group site.
Natural Features
The campground is located near the top of Chilhowee Mountain at an elevation of 2,000 feet. It is in a mixed hardwood and pine forest and the lake is a short walk from the group camp.Nearby Attractions
In addition to the immediate local activities, world class whitewater rafting opportunities are nearby on the Ocoee and Hiwassee Rivers.Charges & Cancellations
Goup areas must be cancelled more than 14 days from reservation date to get refund. The $8.00 service fee will still be charged for the reservation
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP
Site types
- 1 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade, pets allowed.
1 campsite at Chilhowee Group Camp
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilhowee Group Camp | CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | — | — | — | 75 |
Getting there
35.15361, -84.60889 · 35°9'13.0"N 84°36'32.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 89°F in Jul, down to 50°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 50 | 55 | 63 | 72 | 80 | 86 | 89 | 88 | 83 | 73 | 61 | 53 |
| Low °F | 29 | 33 | 39 | 47 | 56 | 64 | 68 | 67 | 60 | 48 | 37 | 32 |
| Precip in | 5.2 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 3.5 | 4.8 | 5.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Chilhowee Group Camp
- Can you reserve a site at Chilhowee Group Camp?
- Yes, Chilhowee Group Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Chilhowee Group Camp have?
- 1 site.
- Are campfires allowed at Chilhowee Group Camp?
- Campfires are allowed at Chilhowee Group Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Chilhowee Group Camp
- Chilhowee Campground less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Parksville Lake RV Campground 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Quinn Springs Pavilion 6.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lost Corral Horse Camp 6.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- McKamy Lake 0.3 mi · Facility
- Mac Point Beach 3.1 mi · Facility
- Ocoee Scenic Byway 4.6 mi · Facility
- Ocoee River Area 5.5 mi · Facility
- Hiwassee River 6.8 mi · Facility
- Hiwassee River Picnic Area 6.8 mi · Facility
- Ocoee River 7.3 mi · Facility
- Gee Creek Falls Hike 7.5 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 423-338-3300
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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