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Tellico River

35.297317, -84.114441

Closest City - Tellico Plains, TN -  18.4 miles

Atlanta, GA Distance - 150 miles

Camping - Tons!

 

The Tellico River has more to offer then a weekend getaway can accomodate.  The beauty and trails will have you coming back for more!  Plenty of campgrounds and tons of water.  Views all over and of course, miles and miles of trails!

 

There are 3 access points to get to Green Cove, your central point for an adventure planned in this area.  From Atlanta you will want to take Davis Creek, a dirtroad weaving through the mountains along the rivers. Or if you are looking for views you will want to access from the Cherohala Skyway.

 

Will My Adventure Machine Make It?

Yes! This are is very scenic but not very hard on your vehicle.

 

Where Do We Camp?

North River has tons of campgrounds for primitive and RV camping.  There is also a motel in Green Cove, a little town in the middle of the mountains!

To Davis Creek Trail Head 

35.203625, -84.037338

 

Enter From Cherohala Skyway

35.336462, -84.028547

Highlights

- Green Cove

35.297317, -84.114441

- Bald River Falls

35.324651, -84.177565

- Whiggs Meadow

35.309675, -84.036908

- Tellico Hatchery

35.287704, -84.097646

Swimming Hole

35°19'42.4"N 84°07'51.5"W

 

Gear Up!

Gas Station - 15 miles

Grocery Store -  Green Cove

 

 

Closest Adventures

North - Cherohala Skyway

Indian Boundry Campground

South  - Coppers Creek Wilderness

Beasley Knob

East - Joyce Kilmer Wilderness

Lake Santeetlah

West - Adventure Off-Road Park

Cohutta Wilderness

 

Cost

Fees within campgrounds except on North River Rd.

 

 

For more info and guidance to help plan your next adventure, email mtnjeeps224@gmail.com

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