Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake campground
Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake
Reservations are accepted at Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake camping area, ensuring that campers can secure their spot in advance. This allows for a stress-free and organized camping trip. It is recommended to make reservations early, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability.
The best time of year to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and pleasant. Campers can enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, and wildlife spotting in the surrounding area. However, it is important to be cautious of bears in the vicinity. Proper food storage and adhering to bear safety guidelines are essential to ensure a safe camping experience.
In conclusion, Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake camping area offers a range of amenities, accepts reservations, and is best visited during the spring and fall seasons. With beautiful scenery and various outdoor activities available, it is a great destination for campers looking to relax and reconnect with nature.
What's on-site at Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake
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 Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toqua Beach - Tellico Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jake Best | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jake Best Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Punkin Center Motorcycle Resort | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lotterdale Cove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tellico River At Tellico Plains | 122 cfs | → |
| Cheoah River Nr Bearpen Gap Nr Tapoco | 136 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Alcoa | 162 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Maryville | 159 cfs | → |
| Sewee Creek Near Decatur | 28 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula Creek Near Sanford | 32 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gatlinburg | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bryson City 4 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New Found Gap | 1.7 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
- Fort Loudoun State Recreation Area
- Tellico Blockhouse State Historic Site
- National Conservation Area Tellico Lake - Chota Unit
- Wilderness Bald River Gorge
- Wilderness Citico Creek
- Partnership Park South
Boat launches
- Notchy Creek Boat Ramp
- Ballplay Boat Ramp
- Toqua Boat Ramp
- Fairview Road 2418, Madisonville
- Cherokee Drive 1003, Vonore
- Morganton Cemetery Road Loudon County
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Bald River Falls
- Sawmill Ridge Overlook
- Happy Valley Gap Overlook
- Abrams Ridge Overlook
- Happy Valley Overlook
- Look Rock Overlook
Paddle runs
- Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 48.0) To Tn360 Bridge (Rm 30.0)
- Headwaters Near Graham County Line To Nc/Tn State Line
- Headwaters Near Mitchell Lick To Owlcamp Branch
- Owlcamp Branch To Polecat Branch
- Polecat Branch To Snowbird Picnic Area
- Apalachia Powerhouse (Rm 53.5) To Us411 Bridge (Rm 43.0)
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 Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake
Can I make reservations at Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake?
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 Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake?
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 Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake.