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Holder Cove Campground

Federal campground in Cherokee National Forest

Location: Tellico Plains, TN, TN

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/holder-cove-campground to be notified when sites open up.

First-come, first-served federal campground with great river access and quiet atmosphere. Campers praise it as a clean, peaceful spot ideal for solo trips and fishing.

Wildlife alert: Black-throated Blue Warbler, Bay-breasted Warbler, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Dark-eyed Junco, Red-bellied Snake, Common Snapping Turtle, Ring-necked Snake

Insider tips for Holder Cove Campground: Arrive early or on weekdays — only 1 site total means it fills quickly Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option in remote area Arrive before 4:00 PM to secure a site on weekends

Skip Holder Cove Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You need RV/trailer access — some sites require walking distance. You need guaranteed availability — first-come, first-served only with just 1 site.

Best time to visit Holder Cove Campground: May-October — Official operating season. Early October — Lower occupancy with available sites even on busy weekends.

Nearby campgrounds: Big Oak Cove Campground (Tellico Plains, TN), Rough Ridge Campground (Tellico Plains, TN), Davis Branch Campground (Tellico Plains, TN), Birch Branch Campground (Tellico Plains, TN).

Cell Phone Coverage at Holder Cove Campground

Cell signal at Holder Cove Campground (Tellico Plains, TN): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Tellico Plains, TN, TN★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available✕ You need RV/trailer access — some sites require walking distance✕ You need guaranteed availability — first-come, first-served only with just 1 site

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Arrive early or on weekdays

    only 1 site total means it fills quickly

    Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option in remote area

    Arrive before 4:00 PM to secure a site on weekends

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season

    Best: Early October

    Lower occupancy with available sites even on busy weekends

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Black-throated Blue Warbler, Bay-breasted Warbler, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Dark-eyed Junco, Red-bellied Snake, Common Snapping Turtle, Ring-necked Snake

    Location

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    N/A· Cherokee National Forest
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    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Cherokee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Cherokee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Holder Cove Campground cost per night?+
    Holder Cove Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Holder Cove Campground open?+
    Holder Cove Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Holder Cove Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Holder Cove Campground?+
    Holder Cove Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Holder Cove Campground?+
    Holder Cove Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Holder Cove Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Holder Cove Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Holder Cove Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Holder Cove Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Birch Branch Campground

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