Cosby Campground campground
Cosby Campground
Nearby points of interest include the Cosby Picnic Area, which is just a short walk away from the campground. The picnic area offers access to the creek for fishing and swimming. The Cosby Nature Trail is also nearby, offering a short hike through the forest with interpretive signs.
The campground amenities include 157 campsites, each with a fire ring and picnic table. The campground also has flush toilets, drinking water, and a dump station. There are no showers or electric hookups available.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Cosby Campground was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Additionally, the area is home to the largest population of black bears in the eastern United States.
The best time of year to visit the campground is in the summer months, from June to August, when temperatures average around 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 60 degrees Fahrenheit at night. However, the campground is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy the changing seasons and fall foliage in the autumn months.
Sources:
- https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/cosbycamp.htm
- https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232449
What's on-site at Cosby Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Cosby Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosby Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cosby - Great Smoky Mountains National Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| 35 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #35 Gilliland Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #34 Sugar Cove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cosby Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pigeon R Bl Power Plant Nr Waterville | 165 cfs | → |
| Cataloochee Creek Near Cataloochee | 53 cfs | → |
| Pigeon River At Newport | 259 cfs | → |
| Pigeon River Near Hepco | 192 cfs | → |
| French Broad River Near Newport | 774 cfs | → |
| Oconaluftee River At Birdtown | 194 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cosby Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Found Gap | 1.9 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gatlinburg | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bryson City 4 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Barnardsville 2 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brevard | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Sevierville City Park
- Swain County Park
- Cold Mountain Game Land
- Sandy Mush Game Land
- Popkin Field Park
- Walters Park
Boat launches
- French Broad Boat Launch
- North Lakeshore Drive 103, Haywood County
- Sevier County
- Church Street Jackson County
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Mt. Cammerer Overlook
- Willis Baxter Cabin
- Cosby Overlook
- Allen Grove Overlook
- Tyson Mccarter Barn
- Greasy Cove Overlook
Paddle runs
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
- Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- North Fork From Bottom Of Spillway Of Hendersonville Reservoir To Confluence With South Fork
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cosby Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cosby Campground
Can I make reservations at Cosby Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Cosby Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Cosby Campground.