Tellico Plains / Cherokee National Forest KOA Holiday General Information

Check-in / Check-out time:Check-in:
RV Sites: 1pm
Glamping Tents: 3pm
Check-out time: 11am
Additional charges apply for late checkout.  Check with the front desk staff for availability.
All Check-outs are on or before 11 am the day of departure. If you would like to check in early, please call the office ahead of your arrival. You may be subject to an early arrival fee. We often have guests who will be arriving late, and sometimes after the office is closed. Travel plans can change in the blink of an eye, but we ask that you try to plan your trip so you will arrive during daylight hours. This will help you during set-up and also provide the least amount of distraction for your neighbors.

• General Store / Registration Office Hours (Seasonal): Sunday - Wednesday 9am - 5pm, Thursday - Saturday 9am - 7pm
  
• Outdoor Pool: (Seasonal) 9am - Dusk.
  
• Quiet Hours: 11pm - 7am
  

If you arrive after hours please pick up map at main building and come in to the office in the morning before 11am to register. 
Non-emergency after hours number is (423) 519-5006
For emergencies please dial 911

Upon arrival, all visitors must park and register at the office.

• Day Visitors: $5 per guest
  
• Overnight Visitors: $10 per guest
  
• Maximum Guests: A total of six people per campsite, including registered guests and visitors
  
• Registration Deadline: All visitors must register at the office before closing time
  
• Visitor Pass Validity: Passes are valid until 10 PM
  

Thank you for your cooperation!

Smoking is not allowed in any park buildings, including cabins, bathhouses, laundry facilities, the office/store, the pool area, or the pavilion. Fines may apply for violations. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas, and guests are required to clean up after themselves.

All campers must have the RV Industry Association (RVIA) stamp in order to stay at this campground. We do not accept any type of conversion camper unless it is certified by the RVIA. Only tents are allowed on tent site.

There is a 5 MPH max throughout the park, thank you for your cooperation.

A maximum of 2 vehicles are permitted at each site. All guests must have a parking pass from the office.

Please note that electric vehicle (EV) charging is strictly prohibited on-site.Our pedestals are not designed for continuous flow charging, and using them for EV charging can damage our electrical infrastructure, your vehicle, or both.

• If an EV is noticed at check-in, staff will respectfully remind you of this policy.
  
• If an EV is found plugged in, it will be immediately unplugged, and you may be held responsible for any resulting damages.
  
• Depending on the circumstances, guests violating this policy may be asked to leave, with or without a refund based on damages.
  

RV washing and repairs are not permitted without prior approval. Please contact the office for permission before performing any washing or repair work.

Before you cancel, have you considered moving your reservation to a future date? If circumstances changed and you can't make your camping trip but would like to keep the reservation, you can always try calling the campground and requesting they move it to the future. That way, you can enjoy the stay at a later date, and avoid a cancelation fee.If you need to cancel your reservation, please call the campground before the deadlines below to receive a refund of your deposit, less a $20 administrative cancelation fee. Text and email notifications of cancelations will not be accepted.Cancellation Deadlines:

• RV & Tent Sites: You must give 7 days cancelation notice. Call the KOA you made your reservation with by 4 p.m., seven days before your scheduled arrival.
  
• Lodging & Accommodations: You must give 14 days cancelation notice. Call the KOA you made your reservation with by 4 p.m., fourteen days before your scheduled arrival.
  

Cancellation Details:

• Reservations made after these deadlines require nonrefundable deposits.
  
• Cancellations made after the deadlines will result in forfeiture of the full deposit.
  
• No refunds are given due to the discomforts of nature, including no-shows and early checkouts.
  
• No refunds are given on or after the arrival date.
  
• Refunds will be processed using the original credit/debit card, with no exceptions.
  
• The cancellation policy may be amended during a Regional/National travel disruption.
  
• Holidays and special events may have unique deposit and/or cancelation requirements. Please check with your selected KOA for details.
  

We're thrilled to welcome you to our campground—our little slice of paradise!

Welcome to the Tellico Plains/Cherokee National Forest KOA, opening to guests on April 1, 2025!
Nestled in the breathtaking beauty of the Cherokee National Forest, our brand-new campground offers a peaceful escape into nature, perfect for adventurers, relaxation seekers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.