Quinn Springs Pavilion

Campground · Tennessee · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Cherokee National Forest (NF) · Open Access

1
Bookable site
up to 50
People per site
776 ft
Elevation
Quinn Springs Pavilion
Photo: US Forest Service · Recreation.gov

Overview

The Quinn Springs Pavilion offers a covered picnic shelter for up to 50 people -- the perfect location for family reunions and church picnics.

Recreation

The Hiwassee River is a popular fishing destination and is located across the highway from Quinn Springs Pavilion. Nearby outfitters offer equipment rentals for rafting or kayaking and there is access to three hiking trails nearby.

Facilities

The pavilion is covered and seats about 50 people. The site offers a large and small charcoal grill and other picnic sites are nearby if needed. There is a waterless, vault toilet. Come prepared with water as there is no potable water on site. Visitors may park in the graveled parking area.

Natural Features

Named for the seeping spring just above it on the mountain side and nestled across the road from the Hiwassee State Scenic River, this covered pavilion is surrounded by a grove of large white oaks, hickories, and yellow poplars.

Nearby Attractions

Hiwassee State Scenic River, Oswald Dome Trail, Fisherman's Trail and Lowery Falls Trail are all nearby. Reliance Historic District is only a short drive away.

The facts

  • 1 bookable site
  • 1 site for day use only
  • Up to 50 people per site
  • Loops: QUINN SPRINGS PAVILION

Site types

  • 1 Group Picnic Area

Amenities

  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables.

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1 campsite at Quinn Springs Pavilion

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
Quinn Springs PavilionQUINN SPRINGS PAVILIONGroup Picnic AreaPull ThroughPavedSlight—50 🐾

Getting there

The Quinn Springs Pavilion is located on Highway 30 about 6 miles south of Etowah, TN, and 6 miles north of Benton, TN. From Highway 411, turn on to Highway 30; pavilion is 0.3 miles on the right.

35.22867, -84.54821 · 35°13'43.2"N 84°32'53.5"W

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Typical weather

Typically 89°F in Jul, down to 50°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F505563728086898883736153
Low °F293339475664686760483732
Precip in5.24.95.65.04.64.95.13.84.73.54.85.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 13.8 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 Quinn Springs Pavilion

Can you reserve a site at Quinn Springs Pavilion?
Yes, Quinn Springs Pavilion is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Quinn Springs Pavilion have?
1 site.
Are pets allowed at Quinn Springs Pavilion?
Yes, pets are allowed at Quinn Springs Pavilion.

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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.