Scaredman Recreation Site

This is our favorite place to camp! Even when we just come up for the day, we always visit the area.

Quiet and clean, been going there for 50+ years.

Bring the bug spray! The no-see-ems and yellow jackets were relentless on our August visit. There is no camp host, and our site had food waste in the fire pit, which surely contributed to the bug issue. It also has a boggy area where water runs off the mountain, which may have been a factor, as well. This is a primitive campground with no running water. The vault restrooms are frightening; you can smell them well before you get near, and going inside is a test of fortitude. On the plus side, the camp sites are large and mostly flat. There's plenty of room for a large tent and chairs. The little beach along the creek is the best you'll find. The water is surprisingly deep, yet has a shallow area for lounging or for smaller kids. We really like this campground and have stayed many times. Bring your own water and your own portable potty and you'll be happier.

Very nice, need more garbage bins

The campsite was nice. We didn't enjoy the other campers that were fighting and decided to shot their guns off. It wasn't just one it was multiple rounds in the middle of the night while my kids were sleeping. We were ducking behind our cars because we weren't sure where the bullets were going. They need a camp host in this site. I was shocked Forrest service and the cops came and they tell the victims it would be better for them to leave and didn't tell the person who was shooting they had to leave. He put multiple people's lives at risk because of his poor choices. I'm not sure if any one was issued a citation. Not to mention the amount of garbage in the camp and at the water. I was taught leave a campsite better than what you found it, you can tell not many people have the same decency. So bring your garbage bags. Makes me sad because this used to be one of my favorite sites. We won't be back unless there is a camp host. So if you have little ones just think about that before choosing this place.

Best campsite!

Nice campground but with no water the fees should drop significantly. The swimming hole is really nice.

Was a great place and able to explore the creek a bit. All sites but number 2 where able to take a camper if wanted.

This campground is sacred to many generations over several families…we care about the area and are happy to see it up in running again. Go explore the burned areas from the 2020 fire…Fall Creek Falls is amazing-so much to see that wasn’t visible before. Recommend going early morning or early evening due to no shade! The forest is regenerating and it’s awesome to see. Love this place. A meal at Steamboat should also be had-just make sure you make a reservation before leaving home!!

Nice quiet campground, of course we were the only ones there. Big beautiful trees.