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TVA Campgrounds, Dam Visitor Centers Close for Winter

Nov 15, 2024
  • Six campgrounds close for winter Friday, Nov. 15.
  • All staffed TVA dam welcome centers will be closed by Nov. 25.
  • Raccoon Mountain visitor center, normally open year-round, is closed until June 2025 for projects on site.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.­­ – The Tennessee Valley Authority will close six campgrounds for winter on Friday, Nov. 15, and they will reopen March 15, 2025.  Visitor centers at TVA dams have already or will close soon for the season. TVA’s day-use recreation areas on dam reservations remain open year-round. These recreation areas are used for hiking, fishing, boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing and swimming.

Visitors stayed over 102,000 nights at TVA-developed campgrounds this year and that number would be higher if not for the impacts of Hurricane Helene, which closed three sites early for the season.

The six TVA campgrounds are:

TVA will begin taking reservations online December 1 for the 2025 camping season through Vista Recreation, which operates the campgrounds for TVA.

“We strive to provide world-class recreation opportunities, which include our managed campgrounds,” said Senior Manager Anthony Summitt, TVA Natural Resources and Recreation Management. “From their beauty and ample amenities to their eco-friendly focus, it’s no wonder that visitors give our campgrounds a rating of 4.8 out of 5. Along with our partner Vista Recreation, we’re always striving to maximize the campground experience for all the people of the Valley.” 

TVA dam visitor centers have also been busy this year, welcoming over 124,000 visitors through their doors. The Fontana and Kentucky Dam visitor centers closed on Oct. 27, and the Norris Dam Visitor Center will close Nov. 25. Raccoon Mountain visitor center traditionally remains open throughout the year, but closed in July for maintenance and will remain closed until June 2025 due to additional work at the site. Visitor opportunities are accessible year-round at Melton Hill and Douglas reservations in Tennessee, and Wilson and Guntersville reservations in Alabama.

Raccoon Mountain Visitor Center

Raccoon Mountain Visitor Center.

About TVA

The Tennessee Valley Authority is the nation’s largest public power supplier, delivering energy to 10 million people across seven southeastern states. TVA was established 90 years ago to serve this region and the nation by developing innovative solutions to solve complex challenges. TVA’s unique mission focuses on energy, environmental stewardship, and economic development. With one of the largest, most diverse, and cleanest energy systems – including nuclear, hydro, solar, gas, and advanced technologies – TVA is a leader in our nation’s drive toward a clean energy future.

TVA is a corporate agency of the United States, receiving no taxpayer funding, deriving virtually all of its revenues from sales of electricity. In addition to operating and investing its revenues in its electric system, TVA provides flood control, navigation, and land management for the Tennessee River system, and assists local power companies and state and local governments with economic development and job creation.

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TVA Media Relations
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865-632-6000

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