About Dennis Cove Campground
Number of accommodations: 14
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (183)
What Guests Are Saying
Dennis Cove Campground offers a quaint and charming camping experience with well-maintained sites and beautiful natural surroundings, making it ideal for tent camping. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful host, Dale, and find the bathrooms clean and well-stocked. While some have noted issues with access roads and limited bathroom facilities during peak times, many express a desire to return due to the campground's peaceful atmosphere and proximity to hiking trails.
What Guests Are Saying
Dennis Cove Campground offers a quaint and charming camping experience with well-maintained sites and beautiful natural surroundings, making it ideal for tent camping. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful host, Dale, and find the bathrooms clean and well-stocked. While some have noted issues with access roads and limited bathroom facilities during peak times, many express a desire to return due to the campground's peaceful atmosphere and proximity to hiking trails.
Review Summary
Melanie S
VerifiedJuly 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
We have been to Dennis Cove in the past and had a good experience. However, our recent visit was a disappointment. The campground was not as clean as our previous visit, the bathroom smelled bad and had an empty soap container the entire weekend, and, most troubling, the campground host played loud music and laughed and talked loudly until early in the morning, with their guests driving out of the campground at 2 or 3 am. Last year there was a different host, and we can tell that things have gone downhill with the new management. What a shame. It is a beautiful and special place.
Melanie S
VerifiedJuly 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
We have been to Dennis Cove in the past and had a good experience. However, our recent visit was a disappointment. The campground was not as clean as our previous visit, the bathroom smelled bad and had an empty soap container the entire weekend, and, most troubling, the campground host played loud music and laughed and talked loudly until early in the morning, with their guests driving out of the campground at 2 or 3 am. Last year there was a different host, and we can tell that things have gone downhill with the new management. What a shame. It is a beautiful and special place.
Melanie S
VerifiedJuly 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
We have been to Dennis Cove in the past and had a good experience. However, our recent visit was a disappointment. The campground was not as clean as our previous visit, the bathroom smelled bad and had an empty soap container the entire weekend, and, most troubling, the campground host played loud music and laughed and talked loudly until early in the morning, with their guests driving out of the campground at 2 or 3 am. Last year there was a different host, and we can tell that things have gone downhill with the new management. What a shame. It is a beautiful and special place.
Justine L
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
This was our 2nd time at this campground. The site is lovely! We go with a group and it’s perfect for our needs, which is why we returned. We hiked the Laurel Falls Trail down the road and it was lovely!
However, the host has changed since last year (Dale was great last year!). I met the new guy once (Shane), but not when we checked in as he wasn’t around then - which should have been our first clue that things were “off”. This year, the bathrooms didn’t get cleaned nor trash in the bathrooms emptied while we were there (and according to the chart on the wall, hadn’t been since 6 days before our visit). There was no soap.
Additionally, the host and his kids (or maybe others?) were partying until the wee hours of the morning, with some of their cars pulling out loudly at 1 and 2 in the morning. Mid-night cursing could be heard by our friends nearest his site, and most of the rest of us could hear his video game/movie from our sites. That’s not what any of us are looking for during a camping trip. It’s hard to sleep and certainly doesn’t feel safe.
Mostly, his almost-complete absence is disturbing because with so many kids (and in general while camping), emergencies are always possible and there’s no cell service up there. With no known way to contact a responsible adult, it could be dangerous. Thankfully, we didn’t have any this year, but our group will have to think twice about returning next year even though we love the location and area.
Justine L
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
This was our 2nd time at this campground. The site is lovely! We go with a group and it’s perfect for our needs, which is why we returned. We hiked the Laurel Falls Trail down the road and it was lovely!
However, the host has changed since last year (Dale was great last year!). I met the new guy once (Shane), but not when we checked in as he wasn’t around then - which should have been our first clue that things were “off”. This year, the bathrooms didn’t get cleaned nor trash in the bathrooms emptied while we were there (and according to the chart on the wall, hadn’t been since 6 days before our visit). There was no soap.
Additionally, the host and his kids (or maybe others?) were partying until the wee hours of the morning, with some of their cars pulling out loudly at 1 and 2 in the morning. Mid-night cursing could be heard by our friends nearest his site, and most of the rest of us could hear his video game/movie from our sites. That’s not what any of us are looking for during a camping trip. It’s hard to sleep and certainly doesn’t feel safe.
Mostly, his almost-complete absence is disturbing because with so many kids (and in general while camping), emergencies are always possible and there’s no cell service up there. With no known way to contact a responsible adult, it could be dangerous. Thankfully, we didn’t have any this year, but our group will have to think twice about returning next year even though we love the location and area.
Justine L
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
This was our 2nd time at this campground. The site is lovely! We go with a group and it’s perfect for our needs, which is why we returned. We hiked the Laurel Falls Trail down the road and it was lovely!
However, the host has changed since last year (Dale was great last year!). I met the new guy once (Shane), but not when we checked in as he wasn’t around then - which should have been our first clue that things were “off”. This year, the bathrooms didn’t get cleaned nor trash in the bathrooms emptied while we were there (and according to the chart on the wall, hadn’t been since 6 days before our visit). There was no soap.
Additionally, the host and his kids (or maybe others?) were partying until the wee hours of the morning, with some of their cars pulling out loudly at 1 and 2 in the morning. Mid-night cursing could be heard by our friends nearest his site, and most of the rest of us could hear his video game/movie from our sites. That’s not what any of us are looking for during a camping trip. It’s hard to sleep and certainly doesn’t feel safe.
Mostly, his almost-complete absence is disturbing because with so many kids (and in general while camping), emergencies are always possible and there’s no cell service up there. With no known way to contact a responsible adult, it could be dangerous. Thankfully, we didn’t have any this year, but our group will have to think twice about returning next year even though we love the location and area.
eugene p
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Little campground and loved it. Camp sites are a bit close to each others though but every one is respectful and friendly
There is a creek and a trail adjacent to the camp. Very nice
Darina N
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful setting. Hospitable campground host. Quiet enough for you to do your own thing and enjoy nature.
eugene p
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Little campground and loved it. Camp sites are a bit close to each others though but every one is respectful and friendly
There is a creek and a trail adjacent to the camp. Very nice
Darina N
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful setting. Hospitable campground host. Quiet enough for you to do your own thing and enjoy nature.
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.
Dennis Cove Campground is accessible via US 321 and TN 67, which can be taken from Hampton, TN.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.2572 / -82.1108
Elevation: 799 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
- The campground gate is closed from 10 PM to 7 AM, except for emergencies.
- Check-in must occur before the day after your arrival date to avoid site forfeiture.
- There are specific established hours, but they are not provided.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- The campground opens for the 2026 season on April 27th and does not offer long-term camping.
- Alcohol is not allowed in the campground.
Vehicles & parking
- Each RV counts as one of the two permitted vehicles per site.
- All equipment should fit on the site pad, and vehicles must park in designated areas.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food and trash must be stored according to bear safety requirements, or you may receive a ticket.
Fires & fuel
- Do not transport firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pest spread.
- Use only designated fire rings for fires and do not burn non-wood materials.
Pets
- Pets must be leashed at all times, and owners must clean up after them.
Local regulations
- Guests must read and follow all posted campground rules.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
