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Katy Branch Campground Reservations

Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee

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Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.
Location: Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee.Campgrounds in Cherokee National Forest Tennessee campgrounds

As of November 2026, Katy Branch Campground is a campground in Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee with 1 campsite. Katy Branch Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Katy Branch Campground is located at 36.1754° N, 82.5274° W.

people allowed on each site: 125

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 13 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Katy Branch Campground, read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Katy Branch Campground

Group 1

Amenities

restrooms

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Gravel road.

All sites at Katy Branch Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Katy Branch loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
Katy Branch	Group	125

About Katy Branch Campground

Overview

Katy Branch, a former Youth Conservation Corp Camp, is a private outdoor pavilion surrounded by beautiful Tennessee woodlands in the Cherokee National Forest.

Recreation

Forested land is available for hiking and exploration and an open area is available for group activities.

Facilities

Rental facilities include an open pavilion with fireplace and three large picnic tables. The pavilion is attached to a building that contains two accessible restrooms and a "kitchen" area with stainless steel sink, microwave and refrigerator. A large outdoor charcoal grill and five folding tables and 80 folding chairs are also available with the rental. The pavilion is located about .5 miles on a gravel road, closed to the public.

Natural Features

Katy Branch is located in open woodland. A more heavily forested area and an open area, part of which is used for parking, is adjacent to the pavilion area.

Nearby Attractions

Katy Branch is located about half-way between the towns of Greeneville and Erwin. Though it is not located on the Nolichucky River, the river is only about .5 miles away.

Contact Info

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

Rules and notices at Katy Branch Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Katy Branch Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Located behind a locked Forest Service gate.

Key pick-up the last week day before reservation 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at Unaka Ranger District. Key can be returned to the office no later than the day following departure. A drop box is outside the door if not during business hours. Make sure to call the Unaka Ranger District office at 423-638-4109 at least 48 hours in advance of your reservation to schedule key pick up.

Day use can be rented for multiple days. If multi-day reservation, check out time of the last day of your reservation applies. Users only have use of the site on the days reserved.

Check in 10:00 a.m. Check out 11:00 p.m.

All supplies and materials must be removed at time of departure

A two-day minimum rental applies on weekends. Three-day minimum rental on holiday weekends.

Groups of 74 or more must apply for a free special use permit to use the site. For an application, please contact Matthew Gilbert at (423) 735-1500 at least 30 days prior to the use of the site.

Be Bear Wise: Never leave food out on tables or in the open. Store unattended food in bear-resistant containers, in a vehicle in solid non-pliable material, or suspend food at least ten feet off the ground. Remember to use the bear resistant trash receptacles provided at this facility.

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Katy Branch Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Katy Branch Campground?

Campsites at Katy Branch Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Katy Branch Campground?

Campgrounds near Katy Branch Campground include Horse Creek Pavilion Day Use Campground, Horse Creek Recreation Area, Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, Tn) Campground, Old Forge Campground and The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Katy Branch Campground?

Katy Branch Campground is rated "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 Katy Branch Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Katy Branch 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. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Katy Branch Campground have?

Katy Branch Campground has 1 campsites.