If you want to truly experience Real. Wild. Unicoi County, what better way than sleeping under the stars and hearing the sounds of the forest around you?
There is a selection of great campsites around Erwin, TN and Unicoi, TN from fully equipped lodges to dispersed camping.
Day Trip Suggestions:
- Stock up on camping food and drink essentials at nearby stores like Food City, Food Lion or Scott’s Farm Market.
- Pitch your tent or rent a cabin:
- USA Raft Adventure Resort, set along the pristine Nolichucky River and surrounded by Cherokee National Forest.
- Double D Roost Campground, this camping farm is open year round.
- Nolichucky Gorge Campground, a picturesque campsite nestled along the Nolichucky River, at the base of Unaka Mountain.
- Rock Creek Recreation Area, a larger campsite sitting at 2,300 feet, it’s a cool retreat during the summer months.
- Glamping Retro, a delightful getaway for those who want to camp without really having to camp.
- Set up camp in the Town of Unicoi, TN:
- Dispersed camping is permitted in several areas around the Cherokee National Forest
- From your chosen campsite you can get outdoors and explore Unicoi County by foot or by bike.
- Grab a midday snack or pick-me-up at The Groovy Smoothie.
- If you’re not in the mood for a camp meal, treat yourself to a bite or a refreshing beverage: