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Indian Boundary

Indian Boundary Lake
Indian Boundary Beach
Indian Boundary Store, located in campground
Picnic pavilion at day use area
Indian Boundary Lake and swimming beach

Featured amenities

General Store
Pet Friendly

About Indian Boundary

Indian Boundary Recreation Area is the crown jewel of the South Zone of the Cherokee National Forest on the Tellico Ranger District. This family-oriented campground offers a swim beach and picnic area with grills and an accessible picnic pavilion, as well as a fantastic, 3.2-mile hiking and biking trail around the lake. Spectacular mountain views, glimpses of wildlife, and a peaceful setting await visitors who come to Indian Boundary.

Number of accommodations: 86

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Hiking

Mountain Biking

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - Apr 16 to Nov 2

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store
Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

86 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: A
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 043, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 044, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 045, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 046, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 047, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 048, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 049, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 050, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 051, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 052, Loop: B
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 053, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 054, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 055, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 056, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 057, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 058, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 059, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 060, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 061, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 062, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 063, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 064, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 065, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 066, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 067, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 068, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 069, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 070, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 071, Loop: C
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 073, Loop: D
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 074, Loop: D
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 075, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 076, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 077, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 078, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 079, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 080, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 081, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 082, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 083, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 084, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 085, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 086, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 087, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 088, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 089, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 090, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 091, Loop: D
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (605)

What Guests Are Saying

Indian Boundary is praised for its beautiful natural surroundings, well-maintained hiking trails, and spacious campsites, making it a favorite for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Many reviews highlight the friendly staff and clean facilities, contributing to a peaceful camping experience. However, some guests noted noise issues from barking dogs and other campers, as well as challenges with the reservation system and outdated bathroom facilities.

Review Summary

4.6
605 reviews
5
75.9%
459
4
15.4%
93
3
5.6%
34
2
1.8%
11
1
1.3%
8

Barbara G

Verified

July 19, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: A

5

The combination of beautiful weather and a lovely campsite by the lake made for a very enjoyable camping experience.

Douglas H

Verified

July 6, 2023 Stayed at: 082, Loop: D

2

One day we left our site for sight seeing. When we returned we found our picnic table cover, the bungee cords holding it in place, all of our wood, a case of water, and a full bottle of charcoal lighter fluid had been stolen. So beware and don’t leave out anything you don’t want to lose.

Janet D

Verified

June 15, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: A

5

Indian Boundary continues to be my favorite place to camp. The hosts do a wonderful job making sure bathrooms are always clean and ensuring that campers have a great experience.

Kelly L

Verified

June 12, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: A

3

The sites themselves are lovely and well appointed. We camped in Loop A and loved being so close to the beach and lake. The camp store was a delight. We appreciated that this campground is so family-friend, but on the downside, there were kids riding bikes within ten feet of our tent and yelling until 1am every night. It was disappointing that the quiet hours were not respected. Also, if you're a tent camper, be prepared to be surrounded by RVs, some of which have glowing lights on all night. It felt less like sleeping in the woods and more like being in a Walmart parking lot.

Bridgett E

Verified

June 9, 2023 Stayed at: 083, Loop: D

5

The only issue is the bulky/Karen in front of us who bullied a 4 year old learning to use a water sticker (next to her site so she would shake her head anytime anyone used it) and kept telling camp hosts about dogs barking when her dog kept barking too, but we actually tried to and got our dogs to stop but when she got caught with her dog barking she told them off and acted like she was above them and said "she's (her dog) fine". Like her dog is allowed to bark but others can't. And then when we left she smiled wickedly and waved. She thought she got us kicked out or something. First encounter with a campsite Karen in my lifetime of camping.

Other than that sour taste, the Campground is very well maintained, clean, breathtakingly beautiful, and the camp store owner and employees (possibly him and his wife) were very sweet, especially to the kids, and professional, even when there was a snake hiding in the storage room. It was a good laugh for all.

I always recommend Indian Boundary.

George F

Verified

June 8, 2023 Stayed at: 003, Loop: A

3

We had two great camping spots in loop A 3 and 4. Nice and roomy. The only real complaint we all had is that the campground hosts decided that 8 am was the best time to close the bathhouse for cleaning. 8 am is when the campers who need to use the bathroom first thing in the morning is absolutely the WORST time to close the bathroom!! It may be the “best” time for the campground host to close the boathouse for cleaning but the absolute worst time for the folks who are camping at Indian Boundry. It just so happens we camped there last fall Oct’22 and the same schedule for cleaning was in place. Please change the time for cleaning to a more obvious time when people aren’t using your bath facilities. Say noon or early afternoon possibly?? Campers are paying good money to stay here. And cleaning the bathhouse at such an incredibly inconvenient time, 8am is unacceptable! Thanks , George and Kathy Frederick

william g

Verified

June 6, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: A

2

Second time camping here, seemed a bit quieter at nights and mornings. Nice campground store with all the extras you need. Nice listening to the whipper wills at night.

Jonathan S

Verified

June 3, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

Our families favorite place to camp. Just be mindful of the rules about hammocks ( I don’t agree with them but it is what it is ) also they clean the bathrooms daily from 8-9am so be aware of that.

Robert S

Verified

May 26, 2023 Stayed at: 061, Loop: C

5

Indian Boundary is one of the best camping experience that I have enjoyed. The scenery is beautiful, and the camp hosts are great. I can’t wait to return again!!

Scott L

Verified

May 24, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: A

5

Beautiful, well kept park, Everyone was friendly. Very quiet setting, just what I was looking for. There is no cell service, and no internet service, and very limited antenna tv. Great place to go unplug. Theres a nice 3.5 mile trail around the lake.

Location Indian Boundary

Address:
205 Ranger Station Rd
Tellico Plains, TN, 37385
United States

Highway access

Indian Boundary Campground is accessible via I-75, taking State Route 68 to Tellico Plains, and then Highway 165 (Cherohala Skyway) east.

Latitude & Longitude: 35.4017 / -84.1072

Elevation: 553 feet

Nearby National Park

Yosemite National Park

Arch Rock Entrance

Approximate driving time: 1 hr 40 min

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: June 13, 2026

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