## Overview

Houston Valley Recreation Area (elevation 1,800 feet) is centrally located to
both Paint Creek and Weaver Bend. It is located directly off Tennessee (TN)
Scenic Highway 107.

## Recreation

Equestrian trails and hiking trails are located close to the recreation area.
An open grass area is available for games.

## Facilities

Equestrian trails and hiking trails are located close to the recreation area.
An open grass area is available for games.

## Natural Features

The recreation area is nestled along the edge of a hardwood forest. Fall
colors are spectacular along this stretch of TN Scenic Highway 107.

## Nearby Attractions

Meadow Creek, a Fire Tower that has recently been renovated as a lookout
platform, is a short drive or hike away. Burnette Gap Trailhead is a short
distance away. Bubbling Springs Rifle Range is located off TN Scenic Highway
107. Another scenic drive along Brush Creek Road (#209) leads to Weaver Bend
and Allen Branch Pond. An accessible .2 mile trail rings Allen Branch Pond and
Weaver Bend Road (#209C) parallels the French Broad River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Houston Valley Recreation Area (elevation 1,800 feet) is centrally located to both Paint Creek and Weaver Bend.   It is located directly off Tennessee (TN) Scenic Highway 107. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Equestrian trails and hiking trails are located close to the recreation area.   An open grass area is available for games.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Equestrian trails and hiking trails are located close to the recreation area.   An open grass area is available for games.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The recreation area is nestled along the edge of a hardwood forest.   Fall colors are spectacular along this stretch of TN Scenic Highway 107.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Meadow Creek, a Fire Tower that has recently been renovated as a lookout platform, is a short drive or hike away.  Burnette Gap Trailhead is a short distance away.  Bubbling Springs Rifle Range is located off TN Scenic Highway 107.  Another scenic drive along Brush Creek Road (#209) leads to Weaver Bend and Allen Branch Pond.  An accessible .2 mile trail rings Allen Branch Pond and Weaver Bend Road (#209C) parallels the French Broad River.

Houston Valley Pavilion restroom

Houston Valley Pavilion

Houston Valley Pavilion picnic tables

Houston Valley

## Overview

Paint Creek Recreation Area (elevation 1760 feet) is located in Greene County
in a mountain cove along Paint Creek. A majority of the widely-spaced
campsites have streamside views and are screened by a variety of native
plants, including rhododendron, hemlock and laurel.

Be Bear Wise: Food storage compliance is strictly enforced. Store all food and
trash in hard-sided containers and vehicles while not in use. Never have
attractants in your tent. Violations of the food storage order are ticketable
offenses and subject to fines. Food and trash left unattended will be
impounded by campground staff.

## Recreation

Recreation opportunities abound along the Paint Creek corridor. Paint Creek is
a popular stream for swimming, wading and fly fishing. TWRA stocks Paint Creek
with Rainbow trout throughout the summer. Warm water fishing is a short drive
away at Paint Creek Pond. Two hiking trails begin within walking distance of
the campground: Paint Mountain Trail (#7) and Paint Creek Trail (#10). Bike
riding along the Paint Creek corridor to Hot Springs, NC is becoming a
favorite pastime. Several scenic auto loops can begin at Paint Creek
campground.

## Facilities

Recreation opportunities abound along the Paint Creek corridor. Paint Creek is
a popular stream for swimming, wading and fly fishing. TWRA stocks Paint Creek
with Rainbow trout throughout the summer. Warm water fishing is a short drive
away at Paint Creek Pond. Two hiking trails begin within walking distance of
the campground: Paint Mountain Trail (#7) and Paint Creek Trail (#10). Bike
riding along the Paint Creek corridor to Hot Springs, NC is becoming a
favorite pastime. Several scenic auto loops can begin at Paint Creek
campground.

## Natural Features

  * Waterfalls: Kelly, Dudley and Ricker Falls can be seen from Forest Road 41 along Paint Creek. Cascades: 15 feet each.
  * Paint Creek Pond: Among the cattails and other aquatic plants, watch for beavers and listen for frog calls. In the early morning, watch mist rise from the placid surface of the pond. The pond is an easy drive or bicycle ride from Paint Creek Campground.

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## Nearby Attractions

  * French Broad River: Class I-III rapids. A popular commercial section runs 13 miles from Hot Springs, North Carolina, to Del Rio, Tennessee, with local rafting services.
  * Scenic drives along Paint Creek Corridor with Hot Springs Loops - Meander along 5-mile Paint Creek Corridor to historic Paint Rock. Stop for a picnic, check out scenic waterfalls or splash in the ripples along the way. Extend your trip by travelling along French Broad River via River Road to the community of Hot Springs, North Carolina. Two overmountain routes will bring you back to Paint Creek:
    * From Hot Springs, take US 25/70 west to TN 107 to Forest Road 54. Catch scenic mountain vistas along this winding gravel road that intersects Forest Road 41 near Paint Rock.
    * From Hot Springs, take US 25/70 east to Forest Road 467 and wind through Pisgah National Forest to Hurricane Gap. Forest Road 31 brings you back to Paint Creek at Moses Turn trailhead. Take a side trip at Hurricane Gap to Pisgah National Forest’s Rich Mountain Firetower or catch the Appalachian National Scenic Trail #1.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Paint Creek Recreation Area (elevation 1760 feet) is located in Greene County in a mountain cove along Paint Creek. A majority of the widely-spaced campsites have streamside views and are screened by a variety of native plants, including rhododendron, hemlock and laurel.</p>

<p>Be Bear Wise: Food storage compliance is strictly enforced. Store all food and trash in hard-sided containers and vehicles while not in use. Never have attractants in your tent. Violations of the food storage order are ticketable offenses and subject to fines. Food and trash left unattended will be impounded by campground staff.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Recreation opportunities abound along the Paint Creek corridor. Paint Creek is a popular stream for swimming, wading and fly fishing. TWRA stocks Paint Creek with Rainbow trout throughout the summer. Warm water fishing is a short drive away at Paint Creek Pond. Two hiking trails begin within walking distance of the campground: Paint Mountain Trail (#7) and Paint Creek Trail (#10). Bike riding along the Paint Creek corridor to Hot Springs, NC is becoming a favorite pastime. Several scenic auto loops can begin at Paint Creek campground.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Recreation opportunities abound along the Paint Creek corridor. Paint Creek is a popular stream for swimming, wading and fly fishing. TWRA stocks Paint Creek with Rainbow trout throughout the summer. Warm water fishing is a short drive away at Paint Creek Pond. Two hiking trails begin within walking distance of the campground: Paint Mountain Trail (#7) and Paint Creek Trail (#10). Bike riding along the Paint Creek corridor to Hot Springs, NC is becoming a favorite pastime. Several scenic auto loops can begin at Paint Creek campground.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<ul>
<li>Waterfalls: Kelly, Dudley and Ricker Falls can be seen from Forest Road 41 along Paint Creek. Cascades: 15 feet each.</li>
<li>Paint Creek Pond: Among the cattails and other aquatic plants, watch for beavers and listen for frog calls. In the early morning, watch mist rise from the placid surface of the pond. The pond is an easy drive or bicycle ride from Paint Creek Campground.</li>
</ul>

<h2>contact_info</h2>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<ul>
<li>French Broad River: Class I-III rapids. A popular commercial section runs 13 miles from Hot Springs, North Carolina, to Del Rio, Tennessee, with local rafting services.</li>
<li>Scenic drives along Paint Creek Corridor with Hot Springs Loops - Meander along 5-mile Paint Creek Corridor to historic Paint Rock. Stop for a picnic, check out scenic waterfalls or splash in the ripples along the way. Extend your trip by travelling along French Broad River via River Road to the community of Hot Springs, North Carolina. Two overmountain routes will bring you back to Paint Creek:</li>
<ul>
<li>From Hot Springs, take US 25/70 west to TN 107 to Forest Road 54. Catch scenic mountain vistas along this winding gravel road that intersects Forest Road 41 near Paint Rock.</li>
<li>From Hot Springs, take US 25/70 east to Forest Road 467 and wind through Pisgah National Forest to Hurricane Gap. Forest Road 31 brings you back to Paint Creek at Moses Turn trailhead. Take a side trip at Hurricane Gap to Pisgah National Forest’s Rich Mountain Firetower or catch the Appalachian National Scenic Trail #1.</li>
</ul>
</ul>

Paint Creek

Campground Loop Road

Bathroom 1

Fishing on Paint Creek

Dudley Falls

Campground Trail

Kelly Falls

Bathroom 2

Paint Creek Campground

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Round Mountain Campground

Old Forge Campground

## Overview

Horse Creek Recreation Area is located eight miles from Greeneville, off TN
107 north. This recreation area is nestled into a hardwood cove beside its
namesake, Horse Creek. Horse Creek is located in the Chuckey area of
Greeneville, TN. The campground is primarily walk-in, tent camping only. With
plenty of forest-related activities to do around the campground and being
located right outside the city of Greeneville, Horse Creek is the perfect
place to stay! Numerous hiking trails, picnic areas, and swimming spots are
located within Horse Creek.

## Recreation

  * There are several native trout streams within and nearby Horse Creek Recreation Area. See Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency for permits as well as rules and regulations on fishing.
  * There are two areas for picnicking in the Horse Creek Recreation Area, one upstream and one downstream of the campground.
  * Multiple hiking trails can be accessed from Horse Creek.

## Facilities

  * There are several native trout streams within and nearby Horse Creek Recreation Area. See Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency for permits as well as rules and regulations on fishing.
  * There are two areas for picnicking in the Horse Creek Recreation Area, one upstream and one downstream of the campground.
  * Multiple hiking trails can be accessed from Horse Creek.

## Natural Features

  * **Squibb Creek Falls:** Get your feet wet on this 4-mile (round trip) trail on your way to see the 25-foot tall Squibb Creek Falls. This trail lies almost entirely in the Congressionally designated Sampson Mountain Wilderness. Please take extra caution when hiking this trail, as trails are not blazed and stream crossings may be difficult to negotiate. 
  * **Pete's Branch Falls:** This short, easy trail starts to the left of Poplar Cove trailhead after the first creek crossing. The trail follows the creek with 5 creek crossings to a 45-foot waterfall. It is recommended to come during the wet spring and fall months, where the abundance of water makes for optimal viewing. During the dry months, you can expect just a trickle coming over the falls. Please note that hiking or driving on Forest Road 94 requires several creek crossings. Hiking from the trailhead requires an additional 1.5 (each way) hike.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (423) 638-4109.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Horse Creek Recreation Area is located eight miles from Greeneville, off TN 107 north. This recreation area is nestled into a hardwood cove beside its namesake, Horse Creek. Horse Creek is located in the Chuckey area of Greeneville, TN. The campground is primarily walk-in, tent camping only. With plenty of forest-related activities to do around the campground and being located right outside the city of Greeneville, Horse Creek is the perfect place to stay! Numerous hiking trails, picnic areas, and swimming spots are located within Horse Creek.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li>There are several native trout streams within and nearby Horse Creek Recreation Area. See Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency for permits as well as rules and regulations on fishing.</li>
<li>There are two areas for picnicking in the Horse Creek Recreation Area, one upstream and one downstream of the campground.</li>
<li>Multiple hiking trails can be accessed from Horse Creek.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<ul>
<li>There are several native trout streams within and nearby Horse Creek Recreation Area. See Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency for permits as well as rules and regulations on fishing.</li>
<li>There are two areas for picnicking in the Horse Creek Recreation Area, one upstream and one downstream of the campground.</li>
<li>Multiple hiking trails can be accessed from Horse Creek.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Squibb Creek Falls:</strong> Get your feet wet on this 4-mile (round trip) trail on your way to see the 25-foot tall Squibb Creek Falls.  This trail lies almost entirely in the Congressionally designated Sampson Mountain Wilderness.  Please take extra caution when hiking this trail, as trails are not blazed and stream crossings may be difficult to negotiate. </li>
<li><strong>Pete's Branch Falls:</strong> This short, easy trail starts to the left of Poplar Cove trailhead after the first creek crossing. The trail follows the creek with 5 creek crossings to a 45-foot waterfall. It is recommended to come during the wet spring and fall months, where the abundance of water makes for optimal viewing. During the dry months, you can expect just a trickle coming over the falls.  Please note that hiking or driving on Forest Road 94 requires several creek crossings.  Hiking from the trailhead requires an additional 1.5 (each way) hike.</li>
</ul>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (423) 638-4109.

Horse Creek Recreation Area

## Overview

Horse Creek Pavilion is located eight miles from Greeneville, Tennessee. It is
nestled into a hardwood cove beside its namesake, Horse Creek. The Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed the pavilion during the 1930s.

## Recreation

Hiking, water-play and fishing are popular activities. Scarlet Oak Trail
(#181) is a .2 mile leg-stretcher through the forest bordering the recreation
area. A more primitive hiking experience is available on three trails located
in the nearby Sampson Mountain Wilderness. A small campground and more picnic
sites are located in Horse Creek Recreation Area.

## Facilities

Hiking, water-play and fishing are popular activities. Scarlet Oak Trail
(#181) is a .2 mile leg-stretcher through the forest bordering the recreation
area. A more primitive hiking experience is available on three trails located
in the nearby Sampson Mountain Wilderness. A small campground and more picnic
sites are located in Horse Creek Recreation Area.

## Natural Features

Horse Creek Pavilion is located close to Horse Creek and adjacent to Sampson
Mountain Wilderness. It is located at the base of the Bald Mountains at an
elevation of 1,720 feet.

## Nearby Attractions

Horse Creek is located near historic Greeneville, Tennessee, home of Andrew
Johnson, 17th President of the U.S. Tusculum College is located nearby.
Founded in 1794, it is the oldest College in Tennessee. The Andrew Johnson
Homestead and several museums are located in Greeneville/Tusculum. Hotels,
restaurants, grocery stores and gas stations are nearby.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Horse Creek Pavilion is located eight miles from Greeneville, Tennessee.    It is nestled into a hardwood cove beside its namesake, Horse Creek.  The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed the pavilion during the 1930s.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking, water-play and fishing are popular activities.  Scarlet Oak Trail (#181) is a .2 mile leg-stretcher through the forest bordering the recreation area.  A more primitive hiking experience is available on three trails located in the nearby Sampson Mountain Wilderness.  A small campground and more picnic sites are located in Horse Creek Recreation Area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hiking, water-play and fishing are popular activities.  Scarlet Oak Trail (#181) is a .2 mile leg-stretcher through the forest bordering the recreation area.  A more primitive hiking experience is available on three trails located in the nearby Sampson Mountain Wilderness.  A small campground and more picnic sites are located in Horse Creek Recreation Area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Horse Creek Pavilion is located close to Horse Creek and adjacent to Sampson Mountain Wilderness.  It is located at the base of the Bald Mountains at an elevation of 1,720 feet.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Horse Creek is located near historic Greeneville, Tennessee, home of Andrew Johnson, 17th President of the U.S.  Tusculum College is located nearby.  Founded in 1794, it is the oldest College in Tennessee.  The Andrew Johnson Homestead and several museums are located in Greeneville/Tusculum.  Hotels, restaurants, grocery stores and gas stations are nearby.

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Round Mountain Campground

Old Forge Campground

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