The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground

Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee

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As of September 2026, The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground is a campground in Tennessee with 2 campsites. The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground is located at 36.2489° N, 82.2683° W.

The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground reservations and next available dates

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September 2026

October 2026

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Sep 27 (2 sites)Sep 28 (2 sites)Sep 29 (2 sites)

2 sites open on Sep 27 at The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground. Book one of these on the reservation site, or pick your own dates at the top and we will alert you when a site frees up.

Last checked 24 September 2026, 20:19 UTC.

Campsites at The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground

Group 2

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Creek.

Things to do: wildlife.

All sites at The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS loop.

Site	Type
The Laurels Picnic Area - Pavilion #1	Group
The Laurels Picnic Area - Pavilion #2	Group

About The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground

Overview

The Laurels has been a popular area since the early days in East Tennessee. It was a common evening stopover for farmers from North Carolina taking produce to markets in Johnson City, TN. The site is named for the native Rhododendron that thrives in the area, locally called "laurel." The Civilian Conservation Corps helped construct the current facilities in the early 1930's. Today, it is a popular day-use area, providing a nice shady place for family picnics and group gatherings.

Recreation

The Laurels has two pavilions, each with picnic tables and grills. An old foot path meanders through the nearby woods.

Facilities

The Laurels includes two picnic pavilions, numerous tables, grills, a bear-proof dumpster, and connected by foot paths. There is a vault toilet on site. There is no potable water.

Natural Features

Honeycomb Creek flows through the picnic area and is enjoyed by kids of all ages on warm summer days.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (423) 735-1500.

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The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground?

The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground have?

The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground has 2 campsites.

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