Mcnabb Creek Group

Cherokee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: TELLICO PLAINS, TN, TN

Price: From $30 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

McNabb Creek Group Campground is located on the North River in the Tellico River area. Fishing, swimming, hiking and hunting are popular activities.The campground offers one group site that can accommodate from 10 to 60 people. It is equipped with picnic tables, grills and portable toilets.The campground sits along the North River, a major tributary of the Tellico River, in the Smokey Mountains of the Cherokee National Forest in eastern Tennessee.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

McNabb Creek Group Campground is a dedicated group site accommodating 10-60 people along the North River in the Tellico River area, perfect for organized group outings seeking a nature-immersed experience. Campers praise it as an ideal spot for groups wanting quiet mountain beauty with fishing, swimming, and hiking opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Black bears frequent the area; Green Anoles, Red-bellied Snakes, and Common Snapping Turtles present. Broad-winged Hawks and other bird species observed.

Insider tips for Mcnabb Creek Group: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand for group reservations Site accommodates 10-60 people as a group facility, not individual campers Bring self-contained RV or plan for portable toilets; no hookups available

Skip Mcnabb Creek Group if: You need RV hookups — none available. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal. You require individual/small family sites — this is a group-only facility.

Best time to visit Mcnabb Creek Group: May-October — Official seasonal operations period; federal campground operates May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: North River Campground (Tellico Plains, TN), Spivey Cove Campground (Tellico Plains, TN), Birch Branch Campground (Tellico Plains, TN), Davis Branch Campground (Tellico Plains, TN).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mcnabb Creek Group

Cell signal at Mcnabb Creek Group (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 (5 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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McNabb Creek Group Campground is located on the North River in the Tellico River area. Fishing, swimming, hiking and hunting are popular activities.The campground offers one group site that can accommodate from 10 to 60 people. It is equipped with picnic tables, grills and portable toilets.The campground sits along the North River, a major tributary of the Tellico River, in the Smokey Mountains of the Cherokee National Forest in eastern Tennessee.

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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
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

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Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — none available✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal✕ You require individual/small family sites — this is a group-only facility

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand for group reservations

Site accommodates 10-60 people as a group facility, not individual campers

Bring self-contained RV or plan for portable toilets; no hookups available

Best: May-October

Official seasonal operations period; federal campground operates May through October only

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Cell signal

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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 bears frequent the area; Green Anoles, Red-bellied Snakes, and Common Snapping Turtles present. Broad-winged Hawks and other bird species observed.

Location

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From I-75 in Sweetwater, Tennessee, take State Route 68 to Tellico Plains. Turn left onto Highway 165 for 6 miles. Turn right onto Forest Development Road 210 (Tellico River Road) for 10 miles. Turn left onto 217 (North River Road). The camp is located 2 miles on the left.

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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

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How much does Mcnabb Creek Group cost per night?+
Mcnabb Creek Group costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mcnabb Creek Group open?+
Mcnabb Creek Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mcnabb Creek Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mcnabb Creek Group?+
Mcnabb Creek Group can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mcnabb Creek Group?+
Mcnabb Creek Group 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 Mcnabb Creek Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mcnabb Creek Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mcnabb Creek Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Mcnabb Creek Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$30 /night★ 4 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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