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State Park

Friendship Rd

Cherokee National Forest · Bristol, TN

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  • Address:Bristol, TN
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[View of Watauga Lake in Cherokee National Forests](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprdb5274081.jpg) Water recreation is abundant in this area, featuring Watauga Lake; the Doe, Elk and Watauga rivers; several streams and seven waterfalls. Highly developed recreation areas along Watauga Lake provide facilities for fishing, picnicking, swimming and boat launching. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail runs through the area's backcountry. Camp on the lakeshore at Cardens Bluff or in the backcountry along Laurel Fork Creek at Dennis Cove. Watuaga Lake Area Map Watuaga Lake Area Guide

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Amenities

Showers
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Electric Hookups
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

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Trails near Friendship Rd

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Flatwoods Horse Trail

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13.8 mi2,221 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Expert
Flatwood Trail

Flatwood Trail

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23.7 mi6,512 ftgain
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Jacobs Trail

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Little Oak

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1.6 mi92 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
South Holston Lake and Blue Loop Little Oak Mountain Trail

South Holston Lake and Blue Loop Little Oak Mountain Trail

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2.9 mi364 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate

Josiah Horse Trail

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0.7 mi190 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy

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Hunting unit around this campground

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Tennessee hunting page

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