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Paint Creek Campground

20 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Paint Creek Campground is a 20-site campground in Cherokee National Forest near Greeneville, Tennessee. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Greeneville, TN · Map and directions
Campsites
20 (3 tent-only)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(423) 638-4109

About Paint Creek Campground

Paint Creek Recreation Area (elevation 1760 feet) is located in Greene County in a mountain cove along Paint Creek. A majority of the widely-spaced campsites have streamside views and are screened by a variety of native plants, including rhododendron, hemlock and laurel.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Paint Creek Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Rocky Bluff Campground

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17 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 55 ftWaterside

Horse Creek Recreation Area

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Harmon Den Campground

17 mi away

22 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 30 ft

Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)

22 mi away

12 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 18 ftWaterside

Cosby Campground

26 mi away

157 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 30 ft

Cataloochee Campground

28 mi away

27 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 34 ft

More: all campgrounds in Cherokee National Forest · campgrounds in Tennessee

Frequently asked questions

Does Paint Creek Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Paint Creek Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

Are dogs allowed at Paint Creek Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.