Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
158 Tudor Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Check In: 3:00 p.m.
Check Out: 11:00 a.m.
Please take a moment to read this material before your arrival, and contact us at eeb@utk.edu if you have any questions. Also take a moment to re-read this material when you arrive. It may make your stay more enjoyable, and it will help us maintain the Field Station.
Directions
- Take the TN-66 exit – exit number 407 – toward Gatlinburg/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge
- Go south on TN-66 S/Winfield Dunn Parkway.
- Continue to follow TN-66 S. – 8.4 miles
- TN-66 S becomes US-441 S – 13.1 miles
- Turn left onto US-321/East Parkway/TN-73.
- Continue to follow US-321/TN-73 – 5.6 miles
- Turn left onto Old Hills Creek Road – 0.1 miles
- Turn left onto Tudor Road – 0.4 miles
As you drive up Tudor Road you will see a cemetery on the right and a private drive on the left. Proceed straight ahead, the pavement will end and you will be on a rock drive. You will come to a locked gate. The gate has two locks; one belongs to the University and the other to the local utility company. Always put our lock through the chain and the utility company’s lock, so they can always have access. The first building you see after the gate is the Bunk House (130 Tudor Road). Proceed on up the driveway to the campground on the right (158 Tudor Road).
Telephone Numbers and Wifi Info
Emergency Contact: For issues that demand immediate attention between 8 AM and 5 PM on Monday – Friday please contact:
The University of Tennessee:
Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology: (865) 974-2888
For emergencies that arise on evenings or weekends, please contact:
Daniel Tipton (423) 220-7237
UTK Technical Director
Wi-Fi Info:
Wi-Fi Network: UTFS
Wi-Fi Password: EEB!3373
Questions/Comments: For all other questions or comments, please contact: eeb@utk.edu
Arrival
As you enter the driveway to the facility you will first see the bunk house, a
small block building on the right. Proceed up the driveway and you will see
the teaching facility on the right.
The campground offers a bathhouse, an open pavilion with attached
kitchen, an outdoor clean-up/work area, and five sleep shelters. There is wireless network connectivity over the entire area.
The kitchen area has several numbered cabinets that may be used for
campers to store personal items. Lock boxes are located on the door
handle of each property and codes will be provided before the stay.
What You Will Find, What To Bring
- The campground bathhouse offers male and female facilities. Each side has three showers, three commodes, and four sinks. Users will need to bring towels, washcloths, and body/hair soap. Both sides of the bathhouse have individual heat & air units. Hand soap will be provided.
- The kitchen facility should have most things you will need, including a first aid kit on the wall by the door. You will find a sink with hot & cold water, stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, and washer/dryer. The kitchen has a small collection of pots and pans, along with some knives and other utensils. We have provided coffee makers, paper towels, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent, plates, silverware, and cups. You will need to bring coffee & coffee filters. You will need to bring all food, drinks, and ice needed. Hand soap will be provided.
- The pavilion has tables and seating for a large group, lighting, fans, and a gas grill (Propane not provided). The grill should NOT be used under the roof overhang. After the grill has cooled, return it to underneath the roof overhang.
- The outdoor clean-up/work area has a sink with cold water, a water hose, and a work bench. Please use this area for dirty work instead of the kitchen or bathhouse sinks. Near the work area you will find two charcoal grills (Charcoal not provided).
- The sleep shelters provide covered sleeping for 28 on individual racks. Users will want to bring a sleeping bag and a mat. The racks are made of a mesh rated at 360 pounds. The sleeping shelters have limited lighting, fans, and electrical outlets for charging batteries.
- Groups will be able to enjoy the fire pit in the center of the facility when weather conditions are appropriate for an open fire. Do NOT have a fire when windy conditions exist. You can use any down trees and limbs around the campground. Please make sure the fire is out and the coals have been watered down before leaving the camp ground. The outdoor work area and the bathhouse both have water hoses that will reach the fire pit.
Cancellation Policy
Guests may cancel their reservation up to 48 hours prior to their scheduled arrival date without penalty. Guests should notify the property via email (eeb@utk.edu) or phone (865-974-3065). Cancellations made within the 48 hours of the scheduled arrival date will be subject to charge equivalent to half of the confirmation rate plus tax if applicable. No-shows will also be charged for the confirmed full rate plus tax if applicable. Guests are advised to review their reservations confirmation for the full cancellation policy and any applicable terms and conditions.
Departure
- Wash all dishes, pots and pans you have used and return them to the appropriate place. Clean grills after each use and dispose of cooled charcoal bricks. Clean fire pit after each use and dispose of cooled logs/sticks.
- Take all garbage to the main wildlife-proof trash receptacle beside the restrooms (see Building Map for location).
- Do not leave any spoilable or perishable food in the refrigerator or cabinets.
- If you have made an excessive mess and need to sweep, mop or vacuum, please do so before you leave.
- Leave AC on and set at 75 (in winter, leave heat set at 68).
- Leave keys in lock box on the side of the door. Scramble the numbers.
- Lock the gate. Place our lock through the utility company lock and loop chain around gate.
Additional Details
Our facility is both smoke-free and alcohol-free. Smoking is not permitted in any of the structures.