Cosby Campground

Overview

Cosby Campground is tucked in the mountains under a canopy of shade. With an elevation of 2,459 feet (750 m), Cosby provides a moderate climate, characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers. Campsites for both tents and RVs, flush toilets, and drinking water are available.

Operator

National Park

Camping types

Tent, RV

Sites

157 campsites

Fee

From $30 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

423-487-2683

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Cosby Campground, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• to Hen Wallow FallsHike · 0.2 mi from camp

  This trail includes some steep sections and switchbacks. National Park Service

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• to Hen Wallow FallsHike · 0.2 mi from camp

  This trail includes some steep sections and switchbacks. National Park Service

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• Appalachian TrailHike · 380.9 mi long · Long-distance trail · 1.9 mi from camp

  Appalachian Trail - North Carolina & Tennessee. OpenStreetMap

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• Appalachian TrailHike · 380.9 mi long · Long-distance trail · 1.9 mi from camp

  Appalachian Trail - North Carolina & Tennessee. OpenStreetMap

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• Snake Den Ridge Trail TrailheadTrailhead · 0.1 mi from campShow on map
• Low Gap Trail TrailheadTrailhead · 0.1 mi from campShow on map

Scenic sights

• Wildcat KnobPeak · 2,129 ft · 0.9 mi from campShow on map
• Three Top Mountain;Threetop MountainPeak · 3,017 ft · 1.2 mi from campShow on map
• Hen Wallow FallsWaterfall · 1.7 mi from campShow on map
• Gunter Fork FallsWaterfall · 4.1 mi from campShow on map
• Cataloochee Valley - Elk WatchingViewpoint · 10.4 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Cataloochee Ski AreaSkiing and snowshoeing · 15.0 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: National Park Service and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• National Park Service API — Public domain (U.S. Government work)
• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.