Easy hikes and walks around Ducktown

Thunder Rock Campground is a popular stop along the Benton MacKaye Trail, offering convenient access to the trail and the nearby Tanasi Trail system. The campground provides 37 regular campsites and one group campsite, all equipped with picnic tables, grills, lantern posts, and water hydrants. Amenities include bathhouses with flush toilets and warm showers.The campground is open from March to October, with three sites remaining open from November through March. Camping fees at Thunder Rock Campground range from $12.00 to $20.00 per night, depending on the site. Some sites offer electric hookups, while others are non-electric.

This is one of several dams along the Ocee River. Constructed during World War II, the dam stands 110 feet high and spans 612 feet across, providing 24 miles of shoreline and 360 acres of water surface. The lake is popular for recreational activities like whitewater rafting. Fun Fact: "Ocoee" means "apricot vine place" in Cherokee!

Nice wooden walkway that takes you around the bank of the Ocoee River. On one side of the walkway, there is rock, but on the other side, you get good views of the water.

Built for the 1996 Olympics, this beautiful pedestrian bridge takes you over Ocoee River. There is a visitor center near the bridge, where you can get more information on activities you can do in the area.

This is one of several dams along the Ocee River. Constructed during World War II, the dam stands 110 feet high and spans 612 feet across, providing 24 miles of shoreline and 360 acres of water surface. The lake is popular for recreational activities like whitewater rafting. Fun Fact: "Ocoee" means "apricot vine place" in Cherokee!