Big Oak Cove Campground

How does the sound of a rushing river just feet from your campsite appeal to your sense of adventure and tranquility? Big Oak Cove Campground, tucked alongside the serene Tellico River within the Cherokee National Forest, offers a simple yet immersive camping experience. With only 11 first-come, first-served sites, it provides a sense of seclusion and direct access to the river for anglers and nature enthusiasts alike.

While modest in its offerings, the campground features picnic tables, fire rings, lantern hooks, and vault toilets, ensuring basic comforts in a pristine natural setting. The lack of potable water and electricity underscores its appeal as a genuinely off-the-grid escape. Located approximately 17 miles from Tellico Plains along Tellico River Road (FS Rd 210), the campground is also an excellent base for exploring nearby attractions such as the scenic Cherohala Skyway, which is less than a 30-minute drive away.

Ideal for restful weekends, fishing trips, or a laid-back getaway, Big Oak Cove Campground delivers the quiet retreat many campers seek, blending simplicity with the raw beauty of Tennessee’s forested landscapes.