Katy Branch

Facility · Tennessee ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

North Cherokee National Forest & Wildlife Management Area (National Forest/Wildlife Management Area) · Restricted Access

1,525 ft
Elevation

This former YACC (Young Adult Conservation Camp) is available to rent for dinners, gatherings, weddings, etc. The facilities include an outdoor pavilion with a fireplace, a large charcoal grill, an attached "kitchen" and two restrooms. The "kitchen" contains a food prep area and a sink for washing dishes, there is no oven. Folding chairs and tables are available on-site.

The private camp is located behind a closed gate and can be rented for $75.00 per day. Reservations can be made on-line through Recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777.

Getting there

36.17354, -82.52521 · 36°10'24.7"N 82°31'30.8"W

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Typical weather

Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 47°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F475159687683858580705950
Low °F252733415058626155433328
Precip in3.53.33.84.04.85.15.54.83.32.52.83.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.9 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 Katy Branch

Can you reserve a site at Katy Branch?
No. Katy Branch is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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