Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE
Campground · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
North Cherokee National Forest & Wildlife Management Area (National Forest/Wildlife Management Area) · Restricted Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 74
- People per site
- 1,760 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Horse Creek Pavilion is located eight miles from Greeneville, Tennessee. It is nestled into a hardwood cove beside its namesake, Horse Creek. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed the pavilion during the 1930s.Recreation
Hiking, water-play and fishing are popular activities. Scarlet Oak Trail (#181) is a .2 mile leg-stretcher through the forest bordering the recreation area. A more primitive hiking experience is available on three trails located in the nearby Sampson Mountain Wilderness. A small campground and more picnic sites are located in Horse Creek Recreation Area.Facilities
The picnic pavilion has three tables and a paved parking area nearby. A large grill and water source is located at the pavilion. Additional tables are located nearby, as are trash containers and a pit toilet. The walkways and many of the sites are accessible; however the restroom has limited accessibility.Natural Features
Horse Creek Pavilion is located close to Horse Creek and adjacent to Sampson Mountain Wilderness. It is located at the base of the Bald Mountains at an elevation of 1,720 feet.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (423) 638-4109.Nearby Attractions
Horse Creek is located near historic Greeneville, Tennessee, home of Andrew Johnson, 17th President of the U.S. Tusculum College is located nearby. Founded in 1794, it is the oldest College in Tennessee. The Andrew Johnson Homestead and several museums are located in Greeneville/Tusculum. Hotels, restaurants, grocery stores and gas stations are nearby.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- Up to 74 people per site
- Loops: HORSE CREEK PAVILION
Site types
- 1 Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables.
1 campsite at Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE
Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HORSE CREEK PAVILION | HORSE CREEK PAVILION | Shelter Nonelectric | — | — | Riverfront | — | 74 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Greeneville, take TN 107 north for six miles. Turn right at Horse Creek Road and follow the signs for about two miles to the recreation area.
36.10917, -82.65722 · 36°6'33.0"N 82°39'26.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 3.9 | 3.1 | 2.6 | 2.9 | 4.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.9 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 Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE
- Can you reserve a site at Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE?
- Yes, Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE.
Camping near Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE
- Horse Creek Recreation Area 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Katy Branch 8.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Paint Creek Campground 13.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Bald Mountains 4.3 mi · Facility
- Katy Branch 8.6 mi · Facility
- Dillard Place 8.7 mi · Facility
- Andrew Johnson NHS Visitor Center 10.3 mi · Facility
- Nolichucky River 13.2 mi · Facility
- Paint Creek Corridor with Hot Springs Loops 15.5 mi · Facility
- Paint Creek Corridor 15.5 mi · Campground
- Erwin National Fish Hatchery 15.8 mi · Facility
- International Storytelling Center 16.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone (423)638-4109
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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