Dispersed
Big Creek Primitive Camping Area
Ocoee, TN
Dispersed camping — confirm current rules
This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.
Pricing
Check official pricing0.0
0 Reviews
Official sources & verification
Managed by Dispersed/Primitive
Source of truth
- Agency source page
The page our published rules and notes are derived from.
Verify by phone or mail
- Address:Ocoee, TN
About
For visitors wanting to get away from it all, dispersed camping outside of developed campgrounds is allowed throughout Cherokee National Forest unless posted otherwise. Camping is not allowed within 100 feet of water, trails, trailhead parking lots and developed recreation areas. Dispersed camping is free and no permits are required.
Reviews
No reviews yet
Be the first to share your experience and help others plan their visit.
Amenities
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Big Creek Primitive Camping Area
Wolf Ridge Trail
Tennessee
5.9 mi1,978 ftgain
TrailDifficult
Fork Ridge Trail
Tennessee
8.5 mi3,025 ftgain
TrailDifficult
Rough Creek Trail
Tennessee
3.1 mi1,250 ftgain
TrailDifficult
Big Frog Trail
Tennessee
10.8 mi3,845 ftgain
TrailExpert
Goforth Creek Trail
Tennessee
3.1 mi925 ftgain
TrailModerate
Benton MacKaye Trail - Thunder Rock Campground to Kimsey Mountain Hwy
Tennessee
13.3 mi3,136 ftgain
TrailExpert
Nearby Campgrounds
Goforth Creek Campground B
Pricing varies — check with the operator
CampgroundDispersed
Goforth Creek Campground C
Pricing varies — check with the operator
CampgroundDispersed
Sylco
Pricing varies — check with the operator
CampgroundState Park
Ocoee River Area
Pricing varies — check with the operator
CampgroundState Park
Spot an error in our data on Big Creek Primitive Camping Area?