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Dennis Cove Recreation Area

Dennis Cove Recreation Area is a national forest campground in Tennessee.

Type
National forest campground
Location
Tennessee
Coordinates
36.25681, -82.11020
Map
Open in OpenStreetMap
Website
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251724

About Dennis Cove Recreation Area

Dennis Cove Recreation Area is a secluded campground and picnic area alongside Laurel Fork Creek in Carter County. It includes a remote developed campground, popular with those seeking a rustic experience. The altitude, creekside location and lush forest surroundings make Dennis Cove particularly desirable during hot, summer months.

Cell coverage

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Nearby RV services

Dump station
None mapped within 50 mi
Water fill
None mapped within 50 mi
Propane
Blossman Gas · 7.9 mi
Low clearances
None mapped within 10 mi
Off-road routes
42 designated routes (39 mi) within 10 mi

Other places to stay nearby

NameTypeDistanceFeeHookups
Dennis Cove Campground Private campground under 0.1 mi — —
Dennis Cove Campground National forest campground under 0.1 mi — No hookups
A.T. Laurel Fork Shelter National forest camping area 2.1 mi — —
A.T. Moreland Gap Shelter National forest camping area 2.8 mi — —
Doe River Campground Private campground 3.3 mi — —
Cardens Bluff Cg National forest campground 3.8 mi — —

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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.