About Dennis Cove Campground
Number of accommodations: 14
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (59)
What Guests Are Saying
Dennis Cove Campground offers a charming and unique tent camping experience, with well-maintained sites and a friendly, helpful camp host named Dale. Many reviewers appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, ideal for those seeking a quieter retreat with access to beautiful hiking trails. While some noted issues with bathroom access during peak times and the steep access road, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the campground's appeal for tent campers and nature enthusiasts.
What Guests Are Saying
Dennis Cove Campground offers a charming and unique tent camping experience, with well-maintained sites and a friendly, helpful camp host named Dale. Many reviewers appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, ideal for those seeking a quieter retreat with access to beautiful hiking trails. While some noted issues with bathroom access during peak times and the steep access road, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the campground's appeal for tent campers and nature enthusiasts.
Review Summary
Chris S
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Exceptional time camping, would recommend Dennis Cove Campground to anyone!
Heather O
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Dennis Cove is a lovely campground. The host, Dale is very welcoming and friendly. Beautiful hiking all around, peaceful creek sounds to soothe your soul, and magical star gazing at night. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning.
susanne t
VerifiedOctober 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Absolutely gorgeous campsite!
Amazing host! Dale checked us in with a wonderful
Tennessee welcome , gracious, personable & very accommodating! Telling family & friends this a must place to visit!
Larry H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Dennis Cove is a magical place. Deep in the woods up a very narrow twisty turny mountain road. No cell or internet was such a needed break from life. Dale, the campground host, is such an awesome and unique person. He took great care of the campground and bathrooms. I highly recommend this campground if you are looking for a quiet getaway where you can't be reached. I'd still be there but the limit is 14 days.
David H
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
The quiet forest and Laurel Fork Creek are highlights. The restrooms and the grounds are completely clean and well cared for. The camp host is Dale, and he is wonderful. Dale is friendly, helpful, courteous, and hard-working. There are various hiking trails and falls nearby, and it is less than 30 minutes from a town for supplies.
David H
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
We had a great experience on the evening of September 25, 2021. We wish we could have stayed longer. The camp host is Dale, and he is very accommodating. The restrooms and the grounds are clean. There are activities for anyone who loves camping, fishing, hiking, wading, or just reading in your hammock.
It is quiet and safe, with a gate that is locked from 10 p.m.-7 a.m. Highly recommend, but wish it was a secret.
JESSICA D
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
The campground host was great and helpful about finding hiking trails. One bathroom with flush toilet but usually no wait and it was cleaner and better maintained than most campground bathrooms for the price. Unfortunately, site 5 was close to the road, so I recommend site 6 or 7 if you want to have the creek to lull you to sleep. Nearby Black Bear Resort with firewood and refreshments. Roan mountain State Park/Pisgah trails a must see for beautiful vista views.
Jeff M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Great location and awesome camp host. We had a great visit to Dennis Cove Campground.
Kristine W
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Loved site 14 away from other campers. Good access to creek a short walk away. Enjoyed trout fishing and hiking.
Alvin A
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Such a beautiful campsite. Well maintained, quite, with a pretty stream to play in. Make sure to follow the Laurel Fork trail along the stream, navigate the crossings, and find the waterfalls. Absolutely a gem!
Location Dennis Cove Campground
Address:
4400 Unicoi Drive
Unicoi, TN, 37692
United States
Take US 321/TN 67 East out of Hampton, TN. Turn right onto Dennis Cove Road and drive approximately 5 miles. Dennis Cove Road is steep with hairpin turns, so plan to drive slowly.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.2572 / -82.1108
Elevation: 799 feet
Policies & Rules
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Dennis Cove Campground will open for the 2026 season on 4/27/26. This campground does not have any Long-Term Camping programs. |
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The gate is closed at 10:00 p.m. and reopens at 7:00 a.m. The gate is only opened at night for emergencies. |
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An RV counts as one of the two vehicles allowed at a site. |
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Alcohol prohibited. |
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All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only. |
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You are in Bear Country. Please adhere to the Cherokee National Forest Food and Refuse Storage Requirements. All food (unless actively being prepared and/or eaten), trash, and other scented items (hygiene products, pet food, etc) must be stored in a bear-resistant container (closed hard top vehicle or travel trailer) or suspended at least 12 ft. off the ground and 6 ft. from limbs. Please read the entire Food Storage Order located under the Facility Information tab and Additional Information section or by reading the Food Storage Order posted at the campground. Any campsites not in compliance will receive a ticket. |
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Check-out time is no later than 11 am EST on your departure day. You may check-in to the campground between 2 pm EST and 10 pm EST of your arrival date. If you have not checked-in before 2 pm EST the day after your arrival date, your site will be checked-out and will forfeit all fees. |
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Established quiet hours are between 10 pm EST to 7 am EST. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Use designated fire rings for all fires. Do not build additional fire rings. No burning plastic or other non-wood materials except local wood in fire pits and charcoal in grills. |
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All pets must be on a 6' leash at all times. Owners must pick up after their pets, and all pet waste disposed of properly. |
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It is your responsibility to read, know, understand, and follow all campground specific rules and regulations which are posted at the campground. |
