The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions

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·Cherokee National Forest

Overview

The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions has closed for the season. The Laurels has been a popular area since the early days in East Tennessee. It was a common evening stopover for farmers from North Carolina taking produce to markets in Johnson City. The site is named for the native Rhododendron that thrives in the area, locally called "laurel." The Civilian Conservation Corps helped construct the current facilities in the early 1930's. Today, it is a popular day-use area, providing a nice shady place for family picnics and group gatherings.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Firepit

    (All campsites have Firepit)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 0')

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (There are variety of Site Acceses. Such as hike in and drive in.)

Natural Features

The Laurels Pavilion - Credits: US Forest Service
The Laurels Pavilion - Credits: US Forest Service
Bridge over Honeycomb Creek - Credits: US Forest Service
Entrance Sign at The Laurels - Credits: US Forest Service

Honeycomb Creek flows through the picnic area and is enjoyed by kids of all ages on warm summer days.

Recreation

Bridge over Honeycomb Creek - Credits: US Forest Service
The Laurels has two pavilions, each with picnic tables and grills. An old foot path meanders through the nearby woods.

Additional Information

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