Jonesborough / Cherokee NF KOA Journey Blog
Riverfront Camping Sites Available! Campground Cabins Available!
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From I-26 East take Exit 37 Erwin/Jonesborough; Go right off the interstate, Proceed for 5 miles, Camp on right hand side.
From I-26 West Take exit 37 Erwin/Jonesborough and go Left, Proceed 5 miles to camp on right hand side.
From I-81 Take Exit 23 Greenville/Bulls Gap/ 11E Mosheim Go towards Greenville, Turn Right onto US 107 Tusculum Bypass after the Walmart ( Walmart left hand side) Go to the stop sign, turn Right onto US 107, 1.5 miles on the left hand side (40 Min from I 81)
Get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air while traversing the diverse Eastern Tennessee hiking trails. You and your family or friends will love walking the scenic routes while testing your hiking abilities. When you stay at Jonesborough / Cherokee NF KOA Journey, you can access many trails in the area.
Whether you live near or are visiting the area, you can try Jonesborough hiking to stay active during your getaway. Here are some of the top hiking trails in Eastern Tennessee.
Visit the Cherokee National Forest for hiking. The forest is home to over 700 miles of trails, making it ideal for day hikes. The trails have various difficulty levels, helping you gain experience while hiking around the forest.
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park offers riverfront trails. The park has three trails with varying difficulty levels and lengths. If you want to walk easy routes, try the SS Trail, which is 0.25 miles long.
For a longer, easy trail, try the 1-mile Patriot Path. Why not take a picnic and enjoy the museum as well!
The third trail at the park, Longhunter Loop, is about 1 mile long and has a moderate difficulty level.
Hike a 2.8-mile loop trail when you visit Persimmon Ridge Park. The route is moderately challenging, with a couple of steep areas. It is also a popular destination for running and mountain biking.
Persimmon Ridge Park is about a 15-minute drive from the campground.
Try hiking the Appalachian Trail in Tennessee if you want to experience a longer, moderately challenging trail. The point-to-point trail is about 8 miles long and starts at Chestoa Bridge near the Nolichucky River and continues until you reach the Indian Grave Gap. If you get tired or don't want to go the full trail length, you can turn around and walk back to your starting location.
Appalachian Trail near Erwin is about a 15-minute drive from the campground.
Jonesborough hiking is a wonderful way to appreciate the area's nature. After long hiking days, you need a place to relax and recuperate before embarking on another adventure. Come to Jonesborough / Cherokee NF KOA Journey for a camping trip that lets you soak in nature's beauty while resting.
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