⛺️ Campsite
The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions
Campsite · Johnson City, Tennessee
About this stopover
USDA Forest Service campground, 2 sites
Overview
The Laurels has been a popular area since the early days in East Tennessee. It was a common evening stopover for farmers from North Carolina taking produce to markets in Johnson City, TN. The site is named for the native Rhododendron that thrives in the area, locally called "laurel." The Civilian Conservation Corps helped construct the current facilities in the early 1930's. Today, it is a popular day-use area, providing a nice shady place for family picnics and group gatherings.
Recreation
The Laurels has two pavilions, each with picnic tables and grills. An old foot path meanders through the nearby woods.Facilities
The Laurels includes two picnic pavilions, numerous tables, grills, a bear-proof dumpster, and connected by foot paths. There is a vault toilet on site. There is no potable water.
Natural Features
Honeycomb Creek flows through the picnic area and is enjoyed by kids of all ages on warm summer days.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (423) 735-1500.Location
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Data source: Recreation.gov View on the source site Information last updated 19 March 2026
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