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Citico Creek Area

This area provides opportunities for solitude and backcountry experiences. You will find ample opportunities for fishing, horseback riding, camping, and hiking. With more than 20,000 acres of Wilderness in Citico Creek and Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock, this area provides ample opportunities for solitude and backcountry experiences. Catch both native and stocked trout in Citico Creek and its rugged tributaries, and fish for small-mouth bass and catfish in the creek’s lower reaches. Citico Creek Area…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 35.456261, -84.117094

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Tellico River
  • Walnut Grove Picnic Area
  • Baby Falls Day Use Site
  • Tellico River Road
  • Bald River Falls
  • Tellico Ranger Station

Frequently asked questions

Is Citico Creek Area reservable?

Citico Creek Area is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Citico Creek Area?

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How do I book a campsite at Citico Creek Area?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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