Hiwassee Scenic River State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- reserve.tnstateparks.com(423) 263-0050
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Campground ClosureThe campground at Hiwassee Scenic River State Park will undergo renovations. This closure is expected to last from early Spring 2027 until Summer… (more)
The campground at Hiwassee Scenic River State Park will undergo renovations. This closure is expected to last from early Spring 2027 until Summer 2028. Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions about your upcoming reservation, please call 1 (888) 867-2757.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Hiwassee Scenic River State Park is a park in Polk County, about 15 miles south of Athens.
For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Park Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Pets
Camping policy: 'Pets are allowed, but must be on a leash or under physical control at all times.' Pet-friendly cabins are limited with a per-pet nightly charge (cabin pet policy on cabin reservation pages).
Statewide rule from Tennessee's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Tennessee State Parks reservation site (itinio platform) for camping, cabins, shelters, programs; some lodges/cabins via reseze.net; golf via foreUP
- Phone
- 1-888-867-2757 (888-TNPARKS)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
With 47 campsites offered, Hiwassee Scenic River State Park is a haven for river goers. The campground does not offer RV hookups or electricity, however it is not missed when you are lulled to sleep by the calming sounds of the river.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Camping
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gee Creek Campground Trail | 1.4 mi | Easy | HikeNatural surface |
| Hiwassee Scenic River - Big Bend to Reliance River Access | 3.2 mi | — | Paddle |
| Hiwassee Scenic River - Gee Creek to Hwy 411 Boat Ramp | 1 mi | — | Paddle |
| Hiwassee Scenic River - Powerhouse Boat Ramp to Towee Creek | 1.1 mi | — | Paddle |
| Hiwassee Scenic River - Reliance River Access to Gee Creek | 4.9 mi | — | Paddle |
| Hiwassee Scenic River - Towee Creek to Big Bend | 1.1 mi | — | Paddle |
Amenities
Camping
- Tent camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 404 Spring Creek Road
Delano, TN 37325 - Nearest town
- Athens — about 15 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 35.2378, -84.5502
- Phone
- (423) 263-0050
- State.Parks@tn.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Tennessee State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TDEC Bureau of Conservation 'State Park Boundaries Primary' public ArcGIS view
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology