Douglas Headwater Campground

Douglas Dam Headwater Campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. The trail, Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts leftover from the construction of the Dam.

Season Dates

Season Opens Friday, March 15, 2025
Season Closed: Friday, November 15th, 2025

Operating Hours

Campground: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Office and Store Hours: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Day Use: 9:00 am – Sunset
Check-In: 1:00 pm
Check-Out 12:00 pm

Facilities

Campground

The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping.

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.

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Campsites

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Day Use

Adjacent to the public boat ramp is also an associated day use and swim area with picnic tables and landscaping. Trotter Bluff walking trail has recently been completed located across the road from the campground. This campground is in close proximity to the tourist areas of the Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Townsend.

Please note: The Day Use Area gate closes at sunset each night per TVA access restrictions.

Fee Schedule
Pavilion: $130.00

Features

Douglas Dam Headwater features a swimming beach, grills, fishing areas, a camp store, bike trails, kayaking, boat access, and a designated swimming area.

Campground rules are provided to campers upon check-in. Go Camp Tennessee, in a partnership agreement with TVA, provide these facilities for your convenience and enjoyment. The successful operation of this area depends on your cooperation and compliance of our campground rules. Please check out the rules below.

Campground Rules