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Raccoon Mountain Caverns & Campground

55 RV Sites, 9 Cabins, 22 Tent Sites, 5 Glamping Sites

Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground in Chattanooga, Tennessee, offers 55 full-hookup RV sites, nine cabins, 22 tent sites, and five glamping sites at the entrance to a 5.5-mile guided cave system, with 30 and 50-amp service, cable TV, and rigs accepted to 60 feet. Compact and deluxe pull-through categories join rustic back-in sites, with a pool, fitness center, and clubhouse. Fifty-five sites span compact pull-thru, compact pull-thru max tow, deluxe pull-thru, and rustic back-in categories, all carrying water, sewer, and electric with cable TV and site WiFi, sized to 60 feet, with fire pits and picnic tables. The compact max-tow category is a thoughtful distinction for smaller rigs with a vehicle in tow. Nine cabins, 22 tent sites, and five glamping sites round out the lodging. A general store, laundry, propane fills, dump station, restrooms, and showers handle the practical side. Three policies to know: no hammocks or car camping on any site, no tents on RV sites, RVs manufactured before 2000 require photo approval, and you must be 21 to book. An outdoor pool anchors the summer, with a fitness center, clubhouse, pavilion, basketball, shuffleboard, corn hole, walking trails, hiking, a playground, and dog park besides. Sleeping beside the cave entrance is the singular draw — one of the Southeast's most accessible wild cavern experiences, with Lookout Mountain and downtown Chattanooga close. Summer and fall foliage drive demand. Reserve well ahead.

from $27 $23/night

Sasquatch Farm RV Park

47 RV Sites, 11 Tent Sites

Sasquatch Farm RV Park in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, offers 47 full-hookup RV sites and 11 tent sites across a 120-acre mountain farm on the Cumberland Plateau, with 30 and 50-amp service and rigs accepted to 90 feet. The property is big-rig friendly and includes on-site waterfalls, creek access, and valley overlooks from the plateau escarpment, 40 miles west of Chattanooga. Forty-seven full-hookup sites carry water, sewer, and electric on 30 and 50-amp in back-in configurations, with fire pits and picnic tables at the sites and room for rigs to 90 feet. Eleven tent sites serve campers traveling light. A general store stocks basics and firewood, laundry and showers handle longer stays, and WiFi reaches the property. Note the after-hours gate code is 2536, and a park map with your name is posted on the store door at the entrance. The 120 acres are the draw. Waterfalls, creeks, and forest trails run across the property, with valley overlooks from the plateau rim that fan across eastern Tennessee and northern Georgia. Hiking, biking, kayaking, and fishing all start on site, and the mixed forest and lake terrain makes for productive birding. A dog park and spa round out the amenities, and a golf course is nearby. Pets are welcome. The property sits just outside Franklin State Forest, with the South Cumberland State Park complex — 11 units totaling over 25,000 acres — spread across the surrounding plateau. Chattanooga is 40 miles east. Access runs from Exit 134 off I-24 toward Sewanee, then northwest on 41-A for three miles to State Highway 156 and 15 miles on to Browns Trace. The campground serves the spring-through-fall plateau season, with October foliage the busiest window.

from $35/night

Wanderland Campground

2 Glamping Sites

On 72 wooded acres at the edge of Cloudland Canyon State Park on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia, Wanderland Campground offers a deliberately off-grid retreat that steps away from the hookup-and-amenity model of conventional RV camping in favor of something quieter and more elemental. The campground provides a range of glamping accommodations with fire pits, wood grills, fire rings, and picnic tables in a setting that connects directly to the Cloudland Canyon trail network—one of the most spectacular hiking destinations in the Deep South—and pairs the natural environment with a covered stage, fitness loop, and event infrastructure that makes the property as well-suited to yoga retreats, small concerts, and family reunions as it is to traditional camping. This is a campground for guests who come to be in the mountain, not just near it. Accommodation options at Wanderland are oriented around the glamping experience rather than RV hookups—the campground's off-grid character means no running water or electricity at individual sites, with portable restroom facilities available on the property. What the campground provides instead is a beautifully maintained 72-acre forest environment with different glamping site configurations featuring fire pits with chairs, wood grills, fire rings, and picnic tables in a variety of settings from dense oak forest to open meadow edge. A 1.25-mile loop trail through the oak forest with installed fitness stations provides a built-in morning workout that few campgrounds anywhere can match for scenery and trail quality. A covered stage with seating for up to 100 guests provides the infrastructure for concerts, yoga classes, celebrations, and community gatherings. Lookout Mountain's setting above the Chattanooga Valley provides one of the most dramatic landscape contexts in the southeastern United States. The mountain extends 80 miles from Chattanooga south through northwest Georgia, and the Cloudland Canyon section—where the West Fork of Chickamauga Creek has carved two dramatic gorges through the sandstone—represents the mountain's geological peak moment. Trails from Cloudland Canyon descend through the canyon walls to waterfalls at the canyon floor and return through mixed hardwood forest that transitions through wildflower-rich understory in spring and spectacular color in fall. Wildlife is abundant and diverse—black bears, wild turkeys, timber rattlesnakes, and the remarkable bird diversity of the Cumberland Plateau ecosystem. The region surrounding Wanderland connects to Chattanooga's remarkable concentration of attractions. The Tennessee Aquarium on the Chattanooga waterfront—one of the finest freshwater aquariums in the world—the Hunter Museum of American Art, the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge, the Incline Railway ascending Lookout Mountain's steepest grade, and the legendary attractions of Lookout Mountain itself (Ruby Falls, Rock City, the Civil War battlefield on the mountain's crest) provide a depth of day-trip options that can fill a long weekend without repetition. The city's restaurant scene has undergone a significant renaissance in recent years. Wanderland Campground is ideal for guests who want to disconnect intentionally—to wake up in the forest, hike into the canyon, and spend evenings around a real fire without the background hum of generators and air conditioning units. Seasonal programming including concerts and events makes the campground particularly vibrant during event weekends. Book early for the fall foliage season, when Cloudland Canyon's colors make this one of the most visually rewarding camping destinations in the entire South.

from $56/night

Twin Creeks RV Resort

30 RV Sites

Twin Creeks RV Resort in Winchester, TN, offers 30 full-hookup back-in RV sites with 20, 30, and 50-amp service and room for rigs up to 60 feet. Sites come in two categories, full-hookup waterfront back-ins and full-hookup waterview back-ins, each carrying water, sewer, and electric. Both categories put you on the lake — the only question is how close. Laundry, a general store, a dump station, and on-site dining cover the essentials. Pets are welcome. For after-hours arrival, call the resort's extension 4 line. The marina carries the property: a boat ramp, boat and kayak rentals, and direct lake access for boating, fishing, water sports, and paddle boats, with hiking nearby. The resort also hosts weddings. Winchester sits on Tims Ford Lake in Franklin County, an hour south of Nashville, where a 10,700-acre impoundment on the Elk River sits against cedar-covered ridgelines in the Middle Tennessee highland rim. Rates for waterfront and waterview sites are on the booking page. Waterfront sites are limited and book first through the summer.

from $30/night

Little River Campground

46 RV Sites, 1 Tent Site

Little River Campground in Fort Payne, Alabama, offers 46 full-hookup RV sites and a tent site at the edge of Little River Canyon National Preserve, with 20, 30, and 50-amp service, cable TV, and rigs accepted to 40 feet. Back-in and pull-through categories sit in a forested setting with a clubhouse, creek, and pond on the property. Forty-six sites carry water, sewer, and electric on 20, 30, and 50-amp in back-in and pull-through configurations, sized to 40 feet, with fire pits, picnic tables, cable TV, and site WiFi. Note the 40-foot cap before booking a larger rig. A clubhouse, laundry, restrooms, showers, and firewood handle the practical side. Rates and policies are subject to change, and high-impact periods may vary. Pets are welcome. The forest setting is the draw. A creek and pond run the property for fishing, with hiking from the grounds into the surrounding plateau country. The campground works as a base rather than a destination, and its position at the preserve's edge is the point. Little River is one of the few rivers in North America that runs its entire length atop a mountain, and it carved Little River Canyon 600 feet down through the Lookout Mountain plateau — one of the deepest canyon systems east of the Mississippi. Northeast Alabama's Sand Mountain and Lookout Mountain country delivers dramatic waterfalls, spring-fed streams, and outstanding fishing and hiking, with a state park and lake nearby. Summer and October foliage drive demand in the canyon country. Reserve ahead for fall color weekends.

from $26 $23/night

The Broken Banjo RV Park

37 RV Sites, 14 Tent Sites

The Broken Banjo RV Park in Manchester, Tennessee, offers 37 full-hookup pull-through RV sites and 14 tent sites halfway between Nashville and Chattanooga, with 20, 30, and 50-amp service, cable TV, and rigs accepted to 88 feet. Gravel and paved pull-throughs, some with paved patios and one with a fenced patio, join an outdoor pool, splash pad, and mini-golf. Thirty-seven sites span gravel pull-thru, gravel pull-thru with paved patio, long gravel pull-thru with paved patio, and paved pull-thru with fenced patio categories, all carrying water, sewer, and electric with cable TV and site WiFi, sized to 88 feet, with fire pits and picnic tables. Publishing both the surface and the patio type is unusually transparent, and the fenced patio is a genuine find if you travel with dogs. An all-pull-through layout at 88 feet handles anything on the road. Fourteen tent sites and cabins round out the lodging. A general store, laundry, propane fills, dump station, restrooms, showers, firewood, and on-site dining handle the practical side. An outdoor pool and splash pad anchor the summer, with mini-golf, sports courts, pickleball, volleyball, basketball, gaga ball, billiards, corn hole, a pond, playground, pavilion, walking trails, hiking, and a dog park filling the rest. Coffee County sits on the Highland Rim, with waterfalls, cave systems, and forested creek corridors close — and Bonnaroo's farm just outside town. Bonnaroo week fills the county. Reserve as early as you can.

from $28/night

Clearwater Cove RV Resort

47 RV Sites

Clearwater Cove RV Resort in Winchester, TN, offers 47 full-hookup RV sites with 30 and 50-amp service and room for rigs up to 65 feet. Sites break into four categories — standard back-in, lakeview back-in, premium lakeview back-in, and full-hookup pull-thru — all carrying water, sewer, and electric with site-delivered WiFi, a fire pit, and a picnic table. The resort is rated big rig friendly, and the pull-thrus let long rigs settle in without unhitching. Laundry, a bathhouse with showers, firewood, and on-site dining cover the practicalities. Pets are welcome, with a dog park on the property. The lakefront setting drives the recreation: a marina, boat docks, and a boat ramp put guests on Tims Ford Lake for fishing and boating, and an outdoor pool, game room, and pavilion handle the rest. Biking, picnicking, and swimming fill out the days, with a state park and wine tasting nearby. Tims Ford Lake is one of Tennessee's clearest reservoirs, impounded on the Elk River in Franklin County, with limestone bluffs and forested shoreline defining its 10,700 acres. Current rates and availability for each site category are on the booking page. Lakeview sites and premium lakeview sites are the first to go on summer weekends.

from $70/night

Twice Is Nice

15 RV Sites

Twice Is Nice in Englewood, Tennessee, offers 15 full-hookup RV sites in McMinn County's southern hill country, with 20, 30, and 50-amp service, ADA-accessible sites, and rigs accepted to 70 feet. A single 20/30/50-amp full-hookup category means every guest gets the same spec, with themed cabins, walking trails, a pond, and sports courts. Fifteen sites carry water, sewer, and electric on 20, 30, and 50-amp with site WiFi, sized to 70 feet, with fire pits. One consistent category covering all three amperages means any rig plugs in without an adapter and there is no guesswork about what you booked. Seventy feet accommodates a long coach with a tow — genuinely generous for a park this size. Accessible sites are available. Themed cabins round out the lodging. Walking trails, a pond, and sports courts fill the grounds, with horseshoes and volleyball besides. A river is nearby. The amenity set is deliberately small-scale, which keeps rates accessible and suits a quiet retreat. Pets are welcome. Englewood sits in the river country between the Hiwassee and the Ocoee, which puts an unusual concentration of whitewater within a short drive. The Ocoee hosted the 1996 Olympic whitewater events and remains one of the most popular rafting rivers in the country, while the Hiwassee offers gentler floats. The Cherohala Skyway begins at Tellico Plains just east — 43 miles of high-elevation mountain road through the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests — and the Great Smokies are within reach. Summer rafting season and fall foliage drive the heaviest demand. Reserve ahead for June through October.

from $35/night

Talona Ridge RV Resort

120 RV Sites

Talona Ridge RV Resort in East Ellijay, Georgia, offers 120 full-hookup RV sites with 20, 30, and 50-amp service, ADA-accessible sites, and rigs accepted up to 103 feet — exceptional capacity for a mountain property. Eagle Crest back-in, buddy, pull-through, and premiere motorcoach pull-in categories join a pool, hot tub, fitness center, and bar on the ridgeline. One hundred twenty sites span Eagle Crest back-in, back-in buddy, pull-through, and premiere motorcoach pull-in categories, all carrying water, sewer, and electric with site WiFi, sized to 103 feet, with fire pits and picnic tables. Accessible sites are available. The premiere motorcoach pull-in category is built for large coaches, and 103 feet backs that up. A general store, laundry, propane fills and exchange, restrooms, showers, firewood, and a pet washing station handle the practical side. The resort has three physical levels, each with its own pricing — check the map before booking. An outdoor pool and hot tub and sauna anchor the property, with a fitness center, bar, pavilion, sports courts, pickleball, walking trails, hiking, mountain biking, golf cart rentals, and a dog park besides. Pets are welcome. The elevated sites command sweeping views of the North Georgia Appalachians above the Cartecay River valley, in Gilmer County's apple-growing highlands. Fall foliage and apple season drive the sharpest demand from Atlanta. Reserve well ahead for October weekends.

from $105/night

Great Escapes Chestnut Bay Campground

157 RV Sites, 10 Tent Sites, 32 Cottages

Great Escapes Chestnut Bay in Leesburg, Alabama, offers 157 RV sites, 32 cottages, and 10 tent sites on Weiss Lake, with 20, 30, and 50-amp full hookups, cable TV, and rigs accepted to 45 feet. Back-in and pull-through categories join a water park, splash pad, mini-golf, and a full marina operation. One hundred fifty-seven sites run in back-in and pull-through categories carrying water, sewer, and electric on 20, 30, and 50-amp with cable TV and site WiFi, sized to 45 feet, with fire pits and picnic tables. Thirty-two cottages and 10 tent sites round out the accommodations. A general store, laundry, dump station, boat storage, restrooms, showers, and firewood handle the practical side. Pools and the water park run Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with pool hours 9am to 9pm and the water park from 10am, closing after October 31. A water park, outdoor pool, splash pad, and beach anchor the summer, with a boat ramp, boat docks, and boat rentals giving direct lake access for boating, fishing, paddle boats, kayaking, and paddle boarding. Mini-golf, a jumping pillow, gaga ball, sports courts, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, golf cart rentals, walking trails, a playground, dog park, barn, pavilion, and on-site dining fill the rest. Pets are welcome. Weiss Lake is one of the most productive crappie fisheries in the Southeast, within reach of both Atlanta and Birmingham. Summer is decisively the season. Reserve well ahead.

from $40/night

Cherokee Camping

Weiss Lake earns its nickname — the "Crappie Capital of the World" — honestly, with more than 30,000 acres of water that have produced record-setting catches and dedicated fishing communities for decades. Cherokee Camping in Leesburg puts you squarely on those legendary shores, offering a campground designed for guests who want to wake up to mountain air, step outside to a lake view, and spend their days doing exactly what brought them to Cherokee County, Alabama in the first place. The campground offers a thoughtful selection of sites to fit different preferences and budgets. Standard sites include full hookups with 30- and 50-amp electric service, water, and sewer, while premium waterfront sites add the scenic bonus of direct lake views. Elite sites offer expanded space for guests who want extra room to spread out. A full bathhouse with hot showers, on-site laundry, a swimming pool, and a boat ramp with fishing dock ensure that both the practical and recreational bases are covered. Propane exchange and free Wi-Fi round out the day-to-day comforts. The walking trails that wind through the property are ideal for morning and evening strolls through the quiet scenery that defines this part of northeast Alabama. The gentle hills, the sound of the lake, and the crisp mountain air that rolls in from the ridgelines give Cherokee Camping a natural peacefulness that's difficult to replicate at busier destination resorts. Fishing from the dock, an evening launch from the boat ramp, or simply watching the sun settle over the water from a camp chair — the unhurried pace here is the point. Cherokee County's outdoor offerings extend well beyond the lakeshore. Cherokee Rock Village, just minutes away, presents a remarkable collection of natural rock formations with hiking trails, observation decks, and sweeping views across the surrounding ridges that have made it one of Alabama's hidden outdoor gems. Yellow Creek Falls adds a waterfall destination for short hikes, and for history and culture, Cornwall Furnace Park and the Cherokee Historical Museum provide meaningful context for the region's story. Nearby Gadsden offers additional dining, shopping, and services. Little River Canyon National Preserve, one of the deepest canyons east of the Mississippi, is within driving range for guests who want to extend their northeast Alabama adventure into some of the region's most dramatic geology. Cherokee Camping is a year-round property, though spring and fall deliver the most enjoyable conditions for fishing and outdoor exploration — mild temperatures, active fish, and uncrowded campgrounds make these the seasons favored by regulars. Summer brings warmer water, boat traffic, and the full energy of lake season. No matter when you visit, the combination of world-class fishing, peaceful natural surroundings, and a well-equipped campground makes Cherokee Camping a destination worth building your Alabama trip around. Reserve your site and come find out why Weiss Lake keeps anglers coming back.

from $21/night

Cedar Creek RV & Outdoor Center

28 RV Sites, 19 Tent Sites, 1 Lodge

Cedar Creek RV & Outdoor Center in Cave Spring, GA, offers 28 full-hookup creekside back-in RV sites, 1 lodge, and 19 tent sites, with 30 and 50-amp service and room for rigs up to 40 feet. Every site is a creekside full-hookup back-in carrying water, sewer, and electric with site-delivered WiFi, a fire pit, picnic table, and barbecue. Check-in is 3pm and early check-ins can't be guaranteed, though the center asks guests to reach out in advance if they need one. Laundry, a bathhouse with showers, a general store, firewood, propane fills and exchange, kayak rentals, and both RV and boat storage cover the practical side. Pets are welcome. Big Cedar Creek runs the length of the property, with a ball field, sport courts, volleyball, a playground, and walking trails, plus kayaking, boating, water sports, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Cave Spring sits in the ridge-and-valley country of Floyd County, about 40 miles northwest of Rome in the northwest Georgia mountains. Rates for sites, the lodge, and tent spots are on the booking page. Summer creek season books first — and ask about early check-in ahead of time if you need it.

from $21/night