Paint Creek Campground
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About Paint Creek Campground
Paint Creek Campground is a national park campground at Cherokee National Forest in Greene County, Tennessee. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Paint Creek Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 141 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Cherokee National Forest include Houston Valley, Round Mountain Campground, Old Forge Campground, Horse Creek Recreation Area and Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 98 · 2024: 127 · 2025: 117
Location
Address
Greeneville, Tennessee
Coordinates
35.9784, -82.8445
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 135 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Houston Valley
Cherokee National Forest
Rocky Bluff Campground
National Forests in North Carolina
Round Mountain Campground
Cherokee National Forest
Old Forge Campground
Cherokee National Forest
Horse Creek Recreation Area
Cherokee National Forest
Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE
Cherokee National Forest
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Paint Creek Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Paint Creek Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Paint Creek Campground?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Paint Creek Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Paint Creek Campground right now?
Paint Creek Campground is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Paint Creek Campground located?
Paint Creek Campground is located in Cherokee National Forest, near Greeneville, Tennessee.
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