Summary
The campground has 27 campsites with amenities such as fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water. It operates on a first-come-first-serve basis and is open from May to October. The best time to visit is in the fall, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F. Visitors can explore nearby historic sites, including Cataloochee Valley and its elk population. Overall, Cataloochee is a stunning camping destination that offers a peaceful and scenic escape in the Great Smoky Mountains.
15-Day Long Term Forecast
Nearby Campgrounds
Cataloochee Campground
Cataloochee Group Camp
Cataloochee Horse Camp
#39 Pretty Hollow
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cataloochee Creek Near Cataloochee
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57cfs |
Pigeon River Near Hepco
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229cfs |
Pigeon R Bl Power Plant Nr Waterville
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162cfs |
Pigeon River Near Canton
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102cfs |
W Fk Pigeon R At Bethel
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51cfs |
East Fork Pigeon River Near Canton
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38cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NEW FOUND GAP
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1" |
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BRYSON CITY 4
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0" |
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GATLINBURG
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0" |
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BREVARD
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BARNARDSVILLE 2 SE
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DILLARD 0.7 NNW
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North Lakeshore Drive 103, Haywood County
River Runs
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East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
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Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
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Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
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South Fork From Confluence With Pigeon Br To Nf Boundary
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North Fork From Bottom Of Spillway Of Hendersonville Reservoir To Confluence With South Fork
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Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork
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