Please note that tent camping of any kind is not allowed at Watauga Dam Campground, including:
Ground Tents
Rooftop Tents
Vehicle-mounted tents
Pop-up campers
This restriction is in place due to bear-related safety concerns and agency requirements. We encourage all guests to review campsite and equipment requirements before completing their reservation.
Watauga Dam Campground boasts a large picnic area and a boat ramp located on the way to the overlook. The overlook for the Watauga Lake is on top of the mountain by the campground. The Appalachian Trail crosses the road up on this mountain a few miles from the campground.
Season Opens March 15th
Season Closed: November 15th
Campground Hours: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Check-In: 1:00 pm
Check-Out: 12:00 pm
Store Hours may vary.
Phone: 423-543-0233
Facilities
Watauga Dam Campground is a beautiful, peaceful campground on the Watauga River in Eastern Tennessee. Currently the campground has no tent sites, but has 29 RV sites, many of which are right on the river. All RV sites have electric service and water, and 3 have sewer connections as well.
All sites require a 2-night minimum stay. Please call the campground directly to request an exception if you wish to stay for just 1 night.
Fee Schedule
Pavilion: $135.00
