DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND

Address Carter County, Tennessee (Lat 36.2572, Lon -82.1108) — the registered address (4400 Unicoi Drive, Unicoi, TN, 37692) is more than 22km from the actual coordinates — the listed address (e.g. a ranger district office) may not match this location
StateTN
Reservable Yes — reservable on recreation.gov
Phone423-735-1500
Emailwataugarec@gmail.com

Amenities

🐾 Pets Allowed
🔥 Campfire Allowed
📌 GRILLS: Y
📌 Fire Pit: Y
🕒 Checkout Time: 11:00 AM
📌 Location Rating: Good, Prime
📌 Hike In Distance to Site: 0–15
👥 Min Num of People: 1
👥 Max Num of People: 5–10
📌 Site Rating: Standard
🚗 Driveway Grade: Slight
🚙 Max Num of Vehicles: 2–4
🚗 Driveway Entry: Back-In, Back-in
🚗 Driveway Length: 26–50
🚗 Driveway Surface: Gravel
📌 Site Width: 11–24
📌 Site Length: 26–50
📌 Tent Pad Width: 12
📌 Tent Pad Length: 14
🧺 Picnic Table: Y
📌 Lantern Pole: Y
📌 Tent Pad: Y
🕒 Checkin Time: 2:00 PM
📌 Accessibility: Y
🚶 Site Access: Hike-In
📌 Proximity to Water: Riverfront
Accessible Sites: 6 of 14
📅 Reservable Sites: 14 of 14
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Overview

Dennis Cove Campground is a secluded campground along Laurel Fork Creek at an elevation of 2,650 feet in Carter County. This remote developed campground is popular with those seeking a rustic experience. The altitude, creek side location and lush forest surroundings make Dennis Cove particularly desirable during hot summer months. With 15 campsites, Dennis Cove is a great option for family camping.  

Recreation

Along with camping, Laurel Fork Creek is stocked

Data updated: 2026-08-23 12:09 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)