Camping Question Re the Fiery Gizzard Trail

Clint from Murfreesboro asked today: Hello I was thinking of planning a camping/hiking trip on the Fiery Gizzard on Saturday May 3. I was wondering if I needed to reserve a camping spot? Also I read where fires are allowed in certain campgrounds. Has this changed due to the recent drought conditions? Thanks!

Hi, Clint, you can't reserve a camping spot in advance but you do need to sign a back country camping permit at the kiosk at Grundy Forest (if you are heading south) or at Foster Falls (if you are heading north) to the Raven's Point campsite. The campsite is 4.5 miles from Grundy or about 8 miles from Foster Falls.

Regarding fires, we have had plenty of rain the past 3-4 weeks and there presently are no restrictions on fires in the designated fire pits at the campsites in the park but it is always a good idea to check with the Rangers or stop in at the Visitor Center to check the latest conditions.

Regarding fires at Raven's Point, the campsite there is on private property and the property owner says no fires.

Cheers,

Ron Castle