All camping, cabins, group recreation sites and restrooms in the Cherokee National Forest are closed.
This includes the Ocoee Whitewater Center, Chilhowee Day Use Area, beaches, shooting ranges and picnic pavilions.
All Cherokee National Forest offices are also closed and are operating virtually until further notice.
The Ocoee Ranger District is reachable at 423-338-3300.
Boat launches, most trail-heads, the general forest area, including trails and river corridors, will remain open for hiking, biking, boating, dispersed camping, hunting and fishing.
The closure will remain in effect through May 15, then will be reevaluated.
Individuals with paid reservations through May 15 will be contacted by email, and a full refund will be disbursed.