Tullulah River and Tate Branch Campgrounds
Stars indicate trout stocking places.
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Directions: Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton for 8 miles; turn right (north) on unnumbered paved county road for 4 miles; turn left (northwest) on Forest Service Road 70 for 1 mile. Tate Branch campground is another 3 miles up Forest Service Road 70. Activity Overview: Rugged mountain scenery and the Tallulah River plunging by make this a beautiful place to camp, fish or hike. The Tallulah area offers 17 camp sites with picnic tables, grills and tent pads. This Tate Branch area offers 19 camp sites with tent pads, picnic tables and grills. Other Opportunities: The Tallulah and Coleman Rivers offer good trout fishing for anglers as well as at Tate Branch. Hiking through nearby Coleman River Scenic Area is popular. The Coleman River Trail parallels the river for 1 mile through stands of large old-growth timber. Clayton, Tallulah Falls and Hiawassee are interesting towns to visit. The Southern Nantahala Wilderness, Chattooga Wild and Scenic River and the Appalachian Trail are nearby. Closest alternate camping area is Moccasin Creek State Park. Site Amenities: Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 70; expect narrow gravel road that is crooked and steep in parts. Restrooms are accessable to people with dissabilities. Each of the 17 campsites at Tallulah are equipped with a tent pad, picnic table and grill. Drinking water is also available at this area. Each of the 19 campsites at Tate Branch are equipped with a tent pad, picnic table and grill. Drinking water is also available at this area as well. Requirements: A fee is required. Area is open from late March until the end of October . Tate Branch is open all year. Recommended Seasons: Spring through fall. For More Information Contact USDA Forest Service Tallulah Ranger District: (706) 782-3320.
