Cades Cove Picnic Area

81 sites, no pavilion available, open year-round

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Cades Cove Picnic Area Details

Cades Cove Picnic Area is located near a mountain stream and has 81 picnic tables, grills and restrooms. There is no pavilion available. The picnic area is open year-round, however closes at 8:00 PM May 1 - Aug 31; at sunset on other dates From the picnic area you also can access several trails such as Anthony Creek Trail, Beard Cane Trail, Cades Cove Nature Trail -- just to name a few.

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