Unaka Mountain Scenic Drive
Cherokee Forest, Tennessee
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June 30th, 2026
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From Erwin, this drive makes a circle connecting TN 395, graveled Forest Road 230 and TN 107, a state scenic parkway, past Limestone Cove.The route winds from the valley floor of Unicoi County to high-elevation spruce forests and balds atop Unaka Mountain. Rock Creek Recreation Area, with facilities for day and overnight use, and Limestone Cove Picnic Area are along the way. High-clearance 4WD vehicles are recommended on Forest Road 230, closed between mid-December to mid-March.
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GPS 36.11313, -82.35624
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Nearby places
- Shinbone Trailhead Trailhead 1.0 mi
- Rock Creek Campground Campground (Paid Public) 1.7 mi
- Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) Campground (Paid Public) 1.8 mi
- A.T. Curley Maple Gap Shelter Dispersed Camping 2.4 mi
- Erwin National Fish Hatchery Hiking Trail 4.0 mi
- Lost Cove Trailhead Trailhead 4.3 mi
- Nolichucky River Campground (Free Public) 4.3 mi
- Unaka Mountains Campground (Free Public) 4.5 mi
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