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Raccoon Mountain Caverns & Campground

Chattanooga, Tennessee


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

4.85 reviews
Raccoon Mountain Caverns Campground in Chattanooga, Tennessee, provides a uniquely positioned camping experience directly at the entrance to Raccoon Mountain Caverns—a 5.5-mile guided tour cave system with a diverse collection of cave formations in one of the Southeast's most accessible wild cavern experiences—giving guests the singular advantage of sleeping beside the cave entrance in a campground that serves as the operational base for an underground adventure unavailable at any other campground in the Chattanooga corridor. The property's position on Raccoon Mountain above the Tennessee River provides sweeping valley views and proximity to the full range of Chattanooga's extraordinary outdoor recreation and cultural attraction roster. The campground's facility delivers comfortable full-service camping with community amenities appropriate for the family and outdoor adventure demographic that Raccoon Mountain attracts: full hookup sites, clubhouse, fitness center, pavilion, walking trails, basketball court, shuffleboard, corn hole, planned activities, general store, showers, bathrooms, laundry, dump station, and Wi-Fi provide organized recreation alongside the cavern tours that distinguish the property from conventional campgrounds. The fitness center and clubhouse serve extended-stay guests whose Chattanooga itinerary spans multiple days, and the walking trails through the surrounding Tennessee hillside terrain supplement the underground exploration with surface hiking in the limestone ridge ecosystem above the cavern system. Chattanooga's outdoor recreation culture is anchored by the Tennessee River Gorge—the deepest river gorge east of the Mississippi River—where the river cuts through the Cumberland Plateau in a canyon landscape of dramatic bluffs, hardwood forest, and the rocky outcrops that define Lookout Mountain and Signal Mountain's geological character. The Tennessee Riverwalk's 16-mile continuous riverfront path, the Tennessee Aquarium's freshwater and ocean exhibits, and the whitewater paddling at the Nantahala Outdoor Center's Ocoee River outpost collectively create the outdoor experience infrastructure that has made Chattanooga one of the most frequently cited outdoor recreation success stories in American urban renewal history. Lookout Mountain's constellation of attractions—Rock City's sandstone formations with sightlines across seven states on clear days, Ruby Falls' 145-foot underground waterfall accessible by elevator into the heart of the mountain, and the Incline Railway's 72.7-percent-grade ascent up Lookout Mountain's face—provide above-ground geological entertainment that complements Raccoon Mountain Caverns' underground experience in a one-two punch of Chattanooga geological tourism unavailable in any other American city of comparable size. Point Park and the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park preserve the Civil War battlefield where some of the war's most consequential fighting occurred in September and November 1863. Raccoon Mountain Caverns Campground operates year-round in Chattanooga's four-season southern Appalachian climate, with the campground's cave access providing a temperature-stable 58-degree underground environment regardless of surface conditions that makes the cavern tours equally appealing on the hottest July afternoon and the coldest January morning. The spring and fall seasons offer the most comfortable surface hiking and Chattanooga city exploration conditions, and the Tennessee Aquarium's world-class exhibits provide rainy-day alternatives that make multi-day Chattanooga camping visits rewarding regardless of weather. The campground's direct cavern access is the singular advantage that no other Tennessee campground can replicate.

What does this place offer

  • Basketball
  • Bathrooms
  • Clubhouse
  • Corn Hole
  • Dog Park
  • Dump Station
  • Fitness Center
  • Full Hookup
  • General Store
  • Hiking

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4.8
Overall rating

5 reviews
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Brittany Saline, Michigan
March 2025
Very helpful and friendly staff! We had an issue with our reservation (my fault when booking, not the campground's) and Raccoon Mountain Campground accommodated us and updated our reservation. The bathrooms and grounds were kept clean. There are cave tours on site. We did the Crystal Palace Walking Tour and...Show more
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DavidAledo, Illinois
October 2024
Nice place, great people, it is not a Good Sam campground. They should be called directly.
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JonathanLuling, LA
May 2025
This rv site is a gem.
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MelissaWest Olive, Michigan
April 2025
Super friendly staff and great location
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RobyneClarksville, Tennessee
May 2025
Nice campground. Quiet. Spaces are a litte tight but the owners let you know that. I would return and stay a little longer, as we only did an overnjght.

Location

319 West Hills Drive


Things to know

Check-in: 12:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Rules

Registraion and Arrival Check-In Procedure - Check-In Times: RV's & Tents - 12:00 pm / Cabins - 3:00 pm - Check Out Times: RV's & Tents - 11:00 am / Cabins - 11:00 am - Late check-out is based on availability and is not automatic. - Only a maximum of 2 hours at $5 per hour will be granted on late check-outs when available. - You must be 21 years or older to reserve/check into a site. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Firewood/Fires Policy - No outside firewood is allowed to be burned in the campground. - Firewood is available for sale in the camp store at $5/bundle and will be delivered to your site. - The cutting of any wood on property or theft of purchased wood from other sites is strictly prohibited. - All fires must be contained inside the provided fire ring. - There is to be no burning of trash or other debris. Quite Hours - Quite Hours are from 10:00 pm - 8:00 am. - You are encouraged to report. Campground Policy - All campground facilities are to be used at your own risk. - Raccoon Mountain is not liable for any injury or damages resulting from uncontrollable circumstances during your stay. - The campground building and amenities are to be used at your own risk. - Management cannot be responsible for damage caused by falling tree branches, tree nuts, etc. - Visitors are permitted only from 8:00 am-10:00 pm provided that they are registered in the office. - An adult should accompany children at all times- when utilizing campground amenities. Firearms Policy - Firearms of any kind are prohibited. Speed Limit The speed limit on all campground roadways is 10 mph. Alcohol/Smoking Policy - Alcoholic beverages are permitted at your site only. - Tennessee law prohibits open alcohol anywhere outside of your rented area, including any public areas such as the pavilion, clubhouse, and gift shops. - Lack of moderation will result in your being asked to leave (without a refund) and/or the county sheriff being called. - Smoking is not permitted in any campground buildings or facilities. - Tennessee State Law imposes a $300 fine for smoking in a public building. Cords Policy - Only approved electrical cords may be connected to the provided pedestals. - Cords must be continuous, without splicing, from the vehicle to the receptacle. Sewer Policy - A 'donut' must be used with all sewer connections. - Sewers are for the disposal of human waste only. Trash Policy - Items such as food, grease, plastic, etc. are not to be disposed of via the sewer. - Trash is collected at the designated collection times daily. - Trash Pick-UP:10 am and 4pm(daily). - Please have trash bagged and tied. - RV: place in front of or behind. - Campsites/Cabins: gravel path. Fluids Policy - No fluids are to be discharged onto the grounds, per Tennessee state law. - This policy is inclusive of all water types, including black and gray waters. Vehicles Policy - Washing of vehicles of any sort is not permitted on the property. - This applies to all automobiles and pull-behind vehicles. Equipment Policy - With the exception of picnic items such as grills, lawn chairs, and coolers, outdoor appliances are not permitted. Laundry Policy - Outdoor clothes drying items such as clotheslines are not permitted. - 24-hour laundry facilities are available to all registered guests. Hammocks Policy - Hammocks are not permitted without prior approval from management. Pets Policy - Pets must be leashed at all times when outside and must wear a valid rabies ID tag at all times. - The Bark Park is the only off-leash site for pets. - Pet waste must be promptly removed from sites and grounds. - Fees may apply for failure to do so. - Pets may not be left unattended outside on sites at any time. - If you leave the site, your pet must either leave with you or be secured inside your RV. Pool Policy - There is no lifeguard on duty. When using the pool, you do so at your own risk. - Any persons using the pool must have a pool bracelet on and visible at all times. - Bracelets are provided upon check-in. - Replacement fees apply for lost bracelets. - Any persons under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times while using the pool. - Use of the pool indicates agreement to abide by all posted pool rules. - Failure to do so may result in expulsion from the pool. - The swimming pool is for registered guests only. - Please observe the posted rules. MINIMUM STAY Policy - There is a two-night minimum stay for all weekends during peak season. - Single-night stays are available on weekdays and during the off-peak season. - Holidays require a three-night minimum stay Cabins Policy - You must be 21 years or older to reserve/check into a cabin. - There is a strict No Pet policy for all non-Pet-Friendly cabins. - Fees will apply for animals found in cabins or any evidence of or damage caused by animals in cabins. - Pet-Friendly cabins are Cabins 2, 6, & 7. - There is a 2-pet maximum with a non-refundable $35 fee per pet, due at the time of booking. - There is a strict No Smoking policy for all cabins. - Fees will apply for anyone found smoking in cabins or any evidence of smoking discovered during or after your stay. - Linens are provided for each cabin. - Additional linens above and beyond those provided will need to be furnished by the guest. - Cabins without a shower do not include towels. - Kitchenware is not provided in cabins. - Cabin guests will be held financially responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen cabin items.

Cancellation Policy

STRICT If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a 50% refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.