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Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Other Names | North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area, North Cumberland WMA, Sundquist Unit, Cumberland Mountains, Campbell County, Stinking Creek |
Last Known Status | Open |
This RV campground offers direct access to the pristine North Cumberland WMA, a 900+ multiple use trail system with long loops that go near unique landmarks, waterfalls, mud pits plus with beautiful panoramic views of the Appalachian Mountains. This is a large trail system, so plan to stay at least a few days!
The campground is bordered by a scenic creek, trees and grassy meadows and offers both back in and pull through sites with full hookups. All sites are graveled and come with a picnic table and fire ring. Amenities include a bathhouse and laundry room. Currently only RV sites are available but their sister property Ride Royal Blue Resort and Campground is a short distance away and offers plenty of tent sites.
Visitors should note that a TWRA Permit is required to ride the North Cumberland WMA Trails, which can be purchased online prior to entry.
Permit Required | Yes | TWRA Riding Permit (not required for riders under 13) |
Dates Open | Year-Round | |
Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | TWRA Riding Permit required. One permit per vehicle, passengers ride free. |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | Yes (86 dB) | 86dBs measured at 50' from exhaust |
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
Night Riding | Unknown | |
Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
Rule Enforcement | ||
Comment | Blaze orange vests required November through January, can be purchased at Ride Royal Blue General Store. |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | State Forest, Private |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | Yes ($38.00 per OHV) Non-Resident Daily Permit - $38/OHV; Resident Daily Permit - $18/OHV. One permit per vehicle, passengers ride free. |
Camping | Yes Tent: $38.00 RV: $50.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 RV rates range from $45-$60/night and are based on season and availability. Call or check website for current fees. |
Our Rating | Excellent |
Recommended Stay | 1 Week |
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Nearest City | Pioneer, TN | ||
Address | 6949 Stinking Creek Road, Pioneer, TN 37847 | ||
| From: Knoxville, TN
1) Take I-75 North about 40 miles to Exit 144 2) Turn right (north-east) on Stinking Creek Road, continue 2.6 miles 3) Campground entrance is on the right (south). |
Contact Info | The Ridges at Royal Blue 6949 Stinking Creek Road Pioneer, TN 37847 (423) 784-1700 reservations@ridgesatroyalblue.com ridgesatroyalblue.com |
Contact Info | Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 440 Hogan Road Nashville, TN 37220 (888) 814-8972 (615) 781-6500 rusty.dunn@tn.gov ask.twra@tn.gov www.tn.gov |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 820 to 3350 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Some | |
Hard Pack | Mostly | |
Sand | None | |
Mud | Some | |
Dust | Little | |
Rocks | Little | |
Trees | All | |
Steep Hills | Some | |
Water Crossings | Many | |
Small Jumps | Few | |
Large Jumps | None | |
Berms | None | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
Single Track | None | |
Roads | Some | |
Intersections | Some | |
Rider Traffic | Many | |
Shade | All | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little |
Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Pilot Travel Center (423) 562-5000 |
Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Pilot Travel Center (423) 562-5000 |
Water | On Site | |
RV Hookup | On Site | |
RV Disposal | On Site | |
Campground | On Site | |
Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Pilot Travel Center (423) 562-5000 |
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