# Elk Head Overlook

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- **Location:** Pelham, Tennessee, United States
- **Price:** from $37.05/night
- **Rating:** 94% recommend (372 reviews)
- **Sites:** 3
- **Size:** 8 acres
- **Host:** Sonya S.

## Overview

**Please note the address is 9665 SR 50, Pelham, TN 37301** 

The best part about this site are the views! Relax on the side of the Cumberland Plateau while overlooking Burroughs Cove and the Elk River. You can see the camp sites from the main road, so there will be some road noise.

Sites 1/2 are hard/large graveled, tent camping will be very challenging, heavy duty tent stakes are highly recommended with mats/padding.

There is an electrical box at each end of the hard graveled parking areas (Sites 1 and 2) with 20- and 30-amp plugs, plus 110v. If the power is not working, please check the panel and turn on/reset the breakers, many of our guests turn them off when departing. If you are at Site #2 and the steps above do not work, please check/do the same at the Site #1 panel (it is the master power source). 

Water is NOT available on site. NOTE: Depending on the time of year (warmer months only) a water container with a limited amount of NON-POTABLE water is on site for your use. Please plan on filling your water reservoir(s) PRIOR to arriving. There is an outhouse for all guests, picnic tables and fire rings for Sites 1 and 2. The camping area is fairly close to SR-50 so please expect to hear some road noise, more so in the winter months.

The entrance/driveway is on a small incline, if you are traveling in a light vehicle and a heavy camper, it's best to maintain a slow and steady speed to the camp site (for almost everyone, this is not an issue). If you are towing a camper, we recommend the total length of the vehicle and the trailer not exceeding 30ft, There is not a significant place to "turn around" at the sites and novice drivers (not used to backing out of tight spots with longer rigs) may find this very challenging.

There is a double gate that is usually closed, and latched so it stays closed, it is not "locked". The site is self-serve (not manned), Site #1 is to the left, Site #2 is to the right, and Site #3 is down the path past the outhouse at the bottom of the path. It is recommended that campers set up early for Site 3 (still daylight) to get an idea of the layout. Parking for Site #3 is by the shed at the main entrance and power is not available at the site.

## Highlights

- **Amazing views:** Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
- **Best in Tennessee: Finalist:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Toilets, Campfires, Trash, Picnic table
- **RV amenities:** Electricity Hookup, Generators
- **Activities:** Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Paddling, Off-roading (OHV), Climbing, Swimming, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Forest, Mountainous

## Sites

- **Elkhead Overlook Site #1** (vehicles, up to 8 guests, $39.00/night)
- **Elkhead Overlook Site #2** (vehicles, up to 8 guests, $39.00/night)
- **Elkhead Overlook Site #3** (tents, up to 4 guests, $39.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> Absolutely great spot to enjoy an evening overlooking the valley. Everything as described and easily accessible.
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> - Will T., October 19, 2026

> It was a fun trip
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> - Joshua N., October 5, 2026

> It was a great location and super close to the caverns venue
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> - Logan B., September 20, 2026

> The view is really amazing, and at night the stars are easily viewed I was surprised how busy the road was (and its very close) but the site itself was exactly what I needed. The tent sites down the hill are more secluded. Be sure to bring water, we had lots but I would have washed our dishes with the water supply though it was empty. Overall really amazing spot and very close to Savage Gulf for some amazing hikes!
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> - Elle S., September 15, 2026

> campsite #3 was very private, couldn't hear the other campsites at all. It stormed the night we stayed and the ground didn't get too muddy or pool up anywhere. The walk down the hill to the campsite is pretty steep, but manageable. Had no problems parking but took some coordination with other campers. Would stay again, perfect distance from the state park and the caverns
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> - Cassidy D., September 6, 2026