Discover the rugged beauty of the Cumberland Plateau at Station Camp Campground, also known as Station Camp Horse Camp, nestled in the heart of Big South Fork. This picturesque campground offers a blend of traditional woodland camping and modern amenities, providing an ideal retreat for both seasoned adventurers and weekend explorers.
A Blend of Nature and Comfort
Station Camp Campground offers a unique camping experience, combining the tranquility of the wilderness with the comforts of home. Each campsite is equipped with tie-stalls, ideal for equestrian enthusiasts looking to explore the park on horseback.
Modern Amenities
While embracing the natural beauty of Big South Fork, campers can also enjoy modern conveniences such as flush toilets, hot showers, and electrical hookups. Whether you're in an RV or a tent, Station Camp Campground has everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Explore Big South Fork
Big South Fork is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with its rugged gorges, forested plateaus, and meandering rivers. The park encompasses approximately 125,000 acres of pristine wilderness, offering endless opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing.
Plan Your Adventure
Whether you're seeking a weekend getaway or a longer retreat into nature, Station Camp Campground is the perfect base camp for your Big South Fork adventure. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Tennessee's wilderness and create memories that will last a lifetime at Station Camp Campground.
Directions:
The campground is located on Station Camp Road off Hwy 297, west of Oneida, Tennessee.
Station Camp Campground offers the following facilities and amenities:
- Accessible Flush Toilets
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Showers
- Accessible Sites
- Campfire Circles
- Dump Station
- Flush Toilets
- Horseback Riding Trails
- Pets Allowed
- Showers
- Trailhead Parking
- Wireless Internet
- Hitching Racks
- Fire Pit
- Tent Pads
- Lantern Posts
- Electric Hookups
- Picnic Table
- Water Hookups
- Parking Area
Just a few miles down the road is the Station Camp River Access where most horseback riders cross the river to access numerous trails. The river access has a picnic area and vault toilets.
Cost Details:
- 50 Amp Service - $35.00
- Camping With Electric - $30.00
Notes:
- Camping reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov.
- Black bears and other wildlife frequent this campground. Please keep in mind that “food” to a bear includes any item with a scent, regardless of packaging. This may consist of items that you do not consider food, such as canned goods, horse feed, bottles, drinks, soaps, cosmetics, toiletries, trash, ice chests (even when empty), and unwashed items used for preparing or eating meals. All these items must be stored properly.
- Secure coolers, grills, cooking utensils, horse feed, any food not in use, and anything with food odors inside the locked compartment of a vehicle or trailer or a bear-proof storage locker if available. Food storage lockers each measure approximately 29" deep x 38" wide x 43" tall.
- Wipe off picnic tables and grills. Properly discard aluminum foil used for cooking.
- Avoid burning garbage in fire rings because it will leave behind grease and food scraps.
- Always discard all garbage in wildlife-proof trash cans or dumpsters. Keep a clean campsite.
- Do not hang garbage from lantern poles.
- Following these guidelines will keep you from getting your property confiscated from your campsite.
- We appreciate your cooperation.
- Dispose of the garbage immediately in bear-proof garbage receptacles. This rule is strictly enforced!
- Firewood Quarantine: The possession of any firewood originating from any location for which a federal or state firewood quarantine is in effect is prohibited. The movement of firewood into the park from counties adjacent to the park for which a federal or state quarantine is in place is permitted. Firewood that bears a USDA or a state certificate is allowed. The National Park Service STRONGLY discourages the movement of firewood from one location to another. Help protect the park and choose to bring only heat-treated wood on your next visit!
- Horses or other members of the Equidae family being transported into or through the park from out of state shall be accompanied by a negative test for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) (Coggins) conducted not more than twelve (12) months prior to entering the state as well as proof of veterinary inspection. These forms must be in possession of the horse handler at all times.
- Any group larger than 25 persons wishing to participate in any activity in the park in which members of the group will depart from an established road and/or parking area must first obtain a permit for such activity. More information can be found online at all times.
If you want to discover and explore other campsites and horse trails, here are some of them that you may visit:
BIG SOUTH FORK NATIONAL RIVER & RECREATION - Dome Rock House Loop
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Station Camp Campground does require reservations for overnight accommodations. Please visit their page here on Top Horse Trails - Station Camp Campground for more information.