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Excellent campground!!!
Beautiful surroundings and very quiet. Fast and easy response from owners.Clean and well maintained .I definitely recommend to everyone!!!
Best Campgrounds near Cohutta, GA
The Cohutta Wilderness area in northern Georgia provides a range of camping experiences from primitive backcountry sites to developed campgrounds with modern amenities. Nearby Fort Mountain State Park offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins with ratings above 4.4 stars, while Cloudland Canyon State Park features similar accommodations plus yurts. The surrounding Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest contains several dispersed camping areas including Ball Field and Hickory Creek, where campers can experience more remote settings without developed facilities.
Road access varies significantly throughout the region, with many forest service roads requiring high-clearance vehicles, particularly after rain events. The Cohutta Wilderness area features gravel roads leading to trailheads and primitive camping areas, while state parks maintain paved access to their developed campgrounds. Elevation changes affect both temperature and precipitation patterns, with mountain sites typically 10-15 degrees cooler than surrounding lowlands. Cell service is limited or non-existent in much of the wilderness area, requiring advance planning for navigation and emergencies. A visitor noted that the Ball Field dispersed camping area is "fairly remote for eastern U.S." and accessible "by gravel roads" with bears active in the area.
Campers consistently highlight the natural water features as primary attractions near Cohutta. Several campgrounds and dispersed sites are positioned along creeks and rivers, with Hickory Creek Trail offering backcountry camping beside flowing water. Reviews indicate that fall brings spectacular color changes to the mixed hardwood forests, making it an ideal season for camping in the region. The higher elevation of Fort Mountain State Park provides relief from summer heat, with one camper noting "we love camping at Fort Mountain. Its usually a good bit cooler due to the elevation, and the private wooded campsites make tent camping in Georgia's summer heat much more enjoyable." Wildlife sightings, including black bears, are common throughout the area, requiring proper food storage and awareness.
Best Camping Sites Near Cohutta, Georgia (413)
1. Harrison Bay State Park Campground
58 ReviewsHarrison, TN17 milesWebsite+1 (423) 344-6214$22 - $28 / night
"Situated again the bay, the majority of the park is surrounded by water, and as such many campsites have views of the lake."
"This is a great family campground and Tennessee State Park located on Chickamauga Lake of the Tennessee River. Good playground for the Grandkids and bicycle paths."
2. Fort Mountain State Park Campground
58 ReviewsChatsworth, GA20 milesWebsite+1 (706) 422-1932$14 - $55 / night
"Its usually a good bit cooler due to the elevation, and the private wooded campsites make tent camping in Georgia’s summer heat much more enjoyable. Good hiking and things to do nearby."
"There's nice trails in the park one around the lake & one to a small waterfall across the street. There is no cell service."
3. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground
187 ReviewsTrenton, GA31 milesWebsite+1 (706) 657-4050$10 - $270 / night
"Campground Review:East Rim Campground Pro’s: 1-Handicap Accessible, there is a cabin which is also HDA. 2- If your visiting for a get together your right next to the day use area and there is a picnic"
"Cloudland Canyon State Park is worth the drive. Located between I75 and I59 in Georgia, outside Trenton and below Chattanooga, Tn. The scenery on the way in is breathtaking and varied."
4. Chester Frost Park
35 ReviewsHarrison, TN19 milesWebsite+1 (423) 842-0177$21 - $30 / night
"Tons of room to walk and play. Great swimming and fishing. Boating is huge here Bc there are docks all around the campground to pull up to. Playgrounds everywhere."
"They have a frisbee golf course, playgrounds, walking trails, beach, easy access to the water and fields to start up any activity you desire. We read about uneven campsite but ours was pretty flat."
5. Holiday Travel Park
19 ReviewsFort Oglethorpe, GA14 milesWebsite+1 (706) 891-9766$36 - $105 / night
"There were pros and cons, so I’ll start with the cons- the campground is surrounded by what looked to be a mobile home community."
"The gravel site was very level and the utilities were positioned well. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is easy to get to from I75/24."
6. Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA
16 ReviewsMcdonald, TN13 milesWebsite+1 (423) 472-8928$55 / night
"I should have gotten one of their little cabins...they look cozy and they are right next to the primitive camping."
"The sites are very close together so there is not much room to move around or have pets outside. The rates are higher than I would like to pay but you more amenities for the price."
7. Battlefield Campground & RV Park
8 ReviewsRinggold, GA11 milesWebsite+1 (706) 937-4166"Battlefield Campground is an extremely convenient RV park located right of I-75 about 20 minutes south of Chattanooga."
"Convenient access to the winery at the entrance!"
8. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground
44 ReviewsLookout Mountain, TN26 miles+1 (423) 821-9403$55 - $56 / night
"Despite this, they were nothing but accommodating every step of the way. We were led to our site, the staff offered to help me back in, and gave us a brief rundown of planned events for the weekend."
"Again located in close proximity to several beautiful places like Rock City and Ruby Falls ."
9. Chilhowee Recreation Area
30 ReviewsBenton, TN24 milesWebsite+1 (423) 338-3300$12 - $30 / night
"My partner and I headed to nearby Chilhowie Campground in the Cherokee National Forest last year to try out our new teardrop camper. We chose site 1 in the A Loop as it had shore power."
"It has clean bathrooms with showers, fire rings with grill grates, lots of hiking, hike to a beautiful waterfall, huge lake to swim or float on a raft, and the lightning bugs were breath taking!!"
10. Adventures Unlimited Campground
11 ReviewsOcoee, TN18 milesWebsite+1 (423) 338-4325$10 - $45 / night
"Adventures Unlimited is located in Ocoee, TN, just outside of Chattanooga, and is one of the coolest river towns I’ve been to. The Ocoee River was the site for the 1996 Olympics whitewater events."
"We could walk down from the cabin to check-in for white water rafting excursion. There is a campground store at the check-in, as well."
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Recent Reviews near Cohutta, GA
1372 Reviews of 413 Cohutta Campgrounds
Kelsey P.
TravelerHarrison Bay State Park Campground
Beautiful but sites are VERY uneven
I was greatly deceived by the photos and descriptions online. We had site 40 and it was much much shorter than online said and the incline was insane. I would say 90% of the sites in loops B, C, and D should not be sites. Loop A has the most level sites with a lot not having shade though. Site 15 seemed to be the best in the whole park. Leveling our popup was miserable. Most campers we saw come in seemed to be the same as us. First time being there and not realizing the sites are significantly shorter than listed and shown in photos and extremely unlevel. I couldn’t even imagine a tent camper in most sites comfortably with how much of an incline and then slope you’re on. It’s a straight up hill and then it’s tilted to the side too. Sites are also extremely close together which is fine if you plan to be out or on the water a lot but it’s very cramped.
Bathrooms in loop B were the largest and cleaned daily. Bathrooms were great with the exception of the doors being super small but not an issue really. I’m 6ft and it was just funny seeing over everything.
Lake is BEAUTIFUL. So many areas to swim and great trails. Good place for pets.
One host in the entire park and we were lucky to be next to them and listen to their dog park and cry all day and night as they never let him in. Their site is right there when you go in and just trashed with all kinds of stuff. Feels more like a trailer park than state park. Never once saw the hosts and the camp store/office was closed every day we were there (we were there for a week Sunday to Sunday) Our site had quite a bit of trash when we got there. I’m shocked how the bathrooms were kept so clean but sites were not
They have check in listed at 4pm but every day new campers were there far before 4 which isn’t a problem but helps to know you can really get there anytime.
Overall the area is amazing with so much to do for everyone. Fishing, hiking, swimming, plenty to do all around. I would come back only for loop A and site 15. Maybe some others in loop A. Unless you have a camper van that you are fine being tilted, I would avoid all loops besides A. We saw a lot of people get there and then leave when they couldn’t park or level their site and there weren’t other options any better for them
Cell service was great. T-Mobile hotspot was amazing for me to work remote
- Patricia “Ollie” F.Scout
Peakland RV Park
Very quiet! Close to boat access
I have been staying here for a couple weeks now and it has been very quiet. I have full service hook up everything I need for my RV. There’s also really amazing barbecue place right across the street and some nightlife as well.. interstate 40 is about a 35 minute drive. The owner here is really nice and accommodating.
Greg S.
LegendFort Mountain State Park Campground
4.7 stars
Spectacular scenery. The campground has two loops, both with nicely spaced out sites. We liked the creekside loop, but lakeside looked very nice as well. The lake is small but cold and clear, probably spring fed. The playground is average and they have a mini golf course that's cool. The camp store is excellent, though a drive from the campground. Also a short drive (or 3 mile hike) away is the star of the show- the overlook, tower and rock wall. Unbelievable views and great rocks to scramble and play on. The history of the mysterious rock Wall is intriguing. A great place to spend a few hours. The trails are numerous and well marked. We didn't see any bears or snakes. Overall a great place.
- Greg S.Legend
James H 'Sloppy' Floyd State Park Campground
4.5 stars
Well kept, quiet, forested campground in the foothills of NW GA. It's a small campground and a small state park relative to many, but the two small lakes are pretty and the trails are pleasant. The marble mine is definitely a cool spot and worth the 2 mile round trip. The first 12 sites are a bit closer together and less private, but the remaining sites are bigger and very nice. We enjoyed our spot by the playground. Huge site. Great if you have kids. Site 18 also looked great with a lot of grass and near the bathrooms. Cool little camp store. We enjoyed the peddle boat rental as well. Summerville is 7 minutes away if you need anything.
- FFrank J.Scout
Prentice Cooper State Forest Camp
Good free rest stop
Nothing crazy, scenic but tricky drive in here. Use the coordinates to find it, Apple Maps will send you to the other side and add a 30/40 min drive. The camping area had 1 shared restroom/porta potty type deal. The area is pretty flat ground with about 10 good spots to tent/small vehicle camp. Came on a Tuesday evening to about half the site being used. There’s signs to get here once you get close.
Kyle C.TravelerSugarberry RV Park
Extended RV Stay
Great place to stay if your here anywhere from a week to a month. The prices are very reasonable. Starting at $500/month + metered electric and $200/week (electric included).
- GGage F.Scout
Camp Towhee near Fall Creek Falls
Great Experience
Camp Towhee is the perfect peaceful getaway near Fall Creek Falls! Spacious RV sites with full hookups, plenty of room to relax, and a quiet, well-maintained property make it ideal for a stress-free stay. Highly recommend!
- SSterling G.
GuideLittle Farmie Farm Dispersed
Private little area
Small gravel parking area off of what appears to be a drive. Nice open field to possibly setup in. Didn’t drive truck on grass. It was cut and well maintained. Large burn pile and old rv on site. Good place to over night. I visited during the day and was not disturbed.
Guide to Cohutta
Cohutta Wilderness in Georgia offers prime camping between 700 and 3,500 feet elevation. The region experiences temperature swings of 15-20 degrees between valley and ridge campsites, with summer temperatures typically ranging from 75-85°F during the day and 55-65°F at night. Many access roads to wilderness camping areas remain unpaved with limited cell service outside established campgrounds.
What to do
Explore underground caverns: Visit Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground for a guided tour of Crystal Cave. "The caverns and tour are awesome! Campground is meh, nothing spectacular but not terrible, kind of average. The pool is decent, playgrounds are old but still fun."
Hike to waterfalls: The Chilhowee Recreation Area offers multiple waterfall hikes for various skill levels. "We did the Benton Falls hike and it was lovely! 3 miles RT. Fall color was just peaking 🍂" Another camper noted, "For a more secluded waterfall experience head to the Rainbow falls."
Paddle on mountain lakes: Several campgrounds feature lake access for kayaking and swimming. Chilhowee Recreation Area includes "a picnic tables and beach area. Best thing to us was the hiking trail that we walked with fresh blueberry bushes on our side."
What campers like
Mountain elevation relief: Fort Mountain State Park Campground sits at higher elevation, creating cooler camping conditions. "Nice campground right off the highway, but remote enough to feel like you're out in the sticks. Tons of trees and lots were large with plenty of parking."
Private wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the natural separation between sites at Cloudland Canyon. "The West Rim camping loop has a total of 48 tent/RV sites with 30 or 50A hookups, water, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. This loop is far more wooded and offers a greater variety of site size and privacy, and has an extremely quiet and peaceful vibe to it."
Wildlife viewing: The Cohutta region supports diverse wildlife. At Chilhowee Recreation Area, one camper mentioned the "perfect to see millions of lightning bugs. Easy payment (put money in slip and put in bin, and yes they do check)."
What you should know
Road access challenges: Many forest service roads require high-clearance vehicles. One camper warns about Chilhowee: "To get to this campground you have to go up a steep narrow windy mountain road. The camp sites are distanced well and the entire campground is in the shade."
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies significantly by location. "There is no WiFi or AT&T cellular signal in this park. However, if you drive to any of the scenic overlooks just outside the park, you will get AT&T LTE signal."
Seasonal considerations: Fall offers optimal camping weather and scenery at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground. "Best thing to us was the hiking trail that we walked with fresh blueberry bushes on our side. Fairly easy trail to see beautiful waterfall. Pet friendly."
Tips for camping with families
Choose campgrounds with amenities: Some of the best places to camp near Cohutta, Georgia for families include those with playgrounds and pools. "We used this spot as an overnight stay. They had a lot of things for the kids to do and the grounds were nice."
Consider platform camping: Fort Mountain offers unique accommodations. "The site itself was in a beautiful location, had a hand pump on site, and also had a shared bear proof storage box (shared between 2 sites). There is definitely active wildlife here!!"
Check for kid-friendly water features: Chester Frost Park has developed swimming areas. "This place is definitely somewhere you wanna bring your kids they would love it! There is a man made beach with a playground and loads of camping lots next to the river!"
Tips from RVers
Reserve level sites: Many campgrounds near Cohutta have uneven terrain. "Site 212 unlevel... No shade whatsoever for site 212. Wooden picnic table top warped and not useable. 3 toilets, 3 sinks and 3 showers for women. Only facility in campground!"
Water access varies: Holiday Travel Park offers full hookups but campers report: "Huge water issue lots of standing water on a lot of sites, ours included. For one night it was manageable. Major drainage problem. Would most likely stay again, but would ask for a site with no standing water."
Size restrictions apply: Some of the top campgrounds near Cohutta have limited space for larger rigs. "We have a 40' class A and flat tow a Jeep. We stayed in site 203 for 3 nights. While we really enjoyed the campground, this site was not ideal for an RV our size. We weren't able to put our awnings out or comfortably sit outside."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Cohutta, GA?
What camping is available near Cohutta, GA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Cohutta, GA offers a wide range of camping options, with 413 campgrounds and RV parks near Cohutta, GA and 27 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Cohutta, GA?
Which is the most popular campground near Cohutta, GA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cohutta, GA is Harrison Bay State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 58 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cohutta, GA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cohutta, GA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 free dispersed camping spots near Cohutta, GA.
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