How much does camping cost at Spivey Cove Campground?

Camping fees at Spivey Cove Campground range from $3-$8/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Book online to see exact pricing for your dates.

Is Spivey Cove Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Spivey Cove Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

What is the best time to visit Spivey Cove Campground?

Spivey Cove Campground is open null. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Spivey Cove Campground?

Spivey Cove Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Can I have a campfire at Spivey Cove Campground?

Fire policies at Spivey Cove Campground: null. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

Are dogs allowed at Spivey Cove Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Spivey Cove Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

Spivey Cove Campground

4.80

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1,991 ft

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$3 - $8/night

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Real-Time Availability

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Quick Facts

1,991 ft

Price

$3 - $8/night

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Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

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Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

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Spivey Cove Campground

$3.00 - $8.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Reservation fees vary depending on method of payment. Reservations made online incur a fee of $8, while those made via contact center cost $9, and...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.80

Top-Rated

Based on 8 reviews

3 Google reviews

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peacefullocation

"The campground is described as a 'nice little campground not far from the river,' highlighting its peaceful and potentially scenic location."

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Spivey Cove Campground

35.3039, -84.1131

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Best Time to Camp at Spivey Cove Campground

Summer brings the most reliable conditions, with daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s and nighttime lows in the 50s to low 60s. Full canopy and long daylight hours make this prime time for tent camping and evenings around the fire. Weekends fill up faster under the first-come system, so plan to arrive early if you're coming Friday or Saturday.

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Spring(Mar-May)

3.5 / 5

Spring likely good for riverside/forest camping and wildlife, but no direct seasonal notes available.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

3.5 / 5

Likely pleasant summer camping in a wooded, riverside spot, though no seasonal details provided.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)

3.5 / 5

Fall foliage likely attractive at ~1,991 ft; reviews note peaceful wooded character but no specifics.

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About Spivey Cove Campground

Spivey Cove Campground sits in Cherokee National Forest at 1,991 feet elevation, offering first-come, first-served sites for $3-8 per night. The campground runs close to the river and uses a QR code payment system through Recreation.gov. Cell service is limited or unavailable, so download the app before you arrive.

Spivey Cove Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only and does not appear to offer specific site-type information in the source material.

Weather and SeasonsSummer brings the most reliable conditions, with daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s and nighttime lows in the 50s to low 60s. Full canopy and long daylight hours make this prime time for tent camping and evenings around the fire. Weekends fill up faster under the first-come system, so plan to arrive early if you're coming Friday or Saturday.

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Natural Features and SceneryThe campground sits near the river in a wooded setting at just under 2,000 feet elevation. Trees provide shade and a sense of enclosure. It's a peaceful spot, small and quiet enough that the sound of the river likely carries through camp.

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Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsReservations can be made through the Recreation.gov mobile app, online platform, contact center, or in-person options.

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Cancellation PolicyReservations can be canceled at any time before the scheduled arrival date, incurring a $10 cancellation fee, reservation fees, and any previous change fees. Late cancellations (starting midnight one calendar day before check-in) result in an additional penalty: forfeiture of the first night's recreation use fee. For late cancellations of one-night reservations, the entire amount is forfeited. Changes to stay dates that are completely different from the original dates incur a $10 change fee.

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