Chambers Creek is a backcountry campsite (site #98) in Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Fontana Lake in Swain County, North Carolina. Accessible only by boat and open to hikers and horseback riders, this primitive campsite requires advance reservations through the park's backcountry permit system. The site has no facilities—visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste. Backcountry permits cost $8 per person per night (maximum $40 per person) and can be reserved up to 30 days in advance for trips of up to seven nights. Contact the Backcountry Information Office at (865) 436-1297.
Backcountry permit fee per person per night (maximum $40 per person per permit)
Official NPS page for backcountry camping in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with reservation and permit information.
Official backcountry permit reservation system for Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Reservations and permits are required for all overnight stays in the backcountry.
Chambers Creek campsite #98 located near Fontana Lake, accessible by canoe, primitive boat-access site
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Chambers Creek is a backcountry campsite (site #98) in Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Fontana Lake in Swain County, North Carolina. Accessible only by boat and open to hikers and horseback riders, this primitive campsite requires advance reservations through the park's backcountry permit system. The site has no facilities—visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste. Backcountry permits cost $8 per person per night (maximum $40 per person) and can be reserved up to 30 days in advance for trips of up to seven nights. Contact the Backcountry Information Office at (865) 436-1297.
Backcountry permit fee per person per night (maximum $40 per person per permit)
Official NPS page for backcountry camping in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with reservation and permit information.
Official backcountry permit reservation system for Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Reservations and permits are required for all overnight stays in the backcountry.
Chambers Creek campsite #98 located near Fontana Lake, accessible by canoe, primitive boat-access site
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.