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Best Campgrounds near Ringgold, GA

1,230 Reviews

Ringgold, Georgia serves as a gateway to diverse camping experiences, with options ranging from full-service RV parks to scenic state park campgrounds. Battlefield Campground & RV Park, located directly in Ringgold, provides year-round camping with full hookups, while the highly-rated Cloudland Canyon State Park lies approximately 30 minutes southwest in Rising Fawn. The area sits at the intersection of northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, allowing campers to access sites in both states within a short drive. Accommodations vary from basic tent sites to RV spots with 50-amp service, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Most established campgrounds in the region maintain picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water, with many offering shower facilities.

Advance reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays at popular destinations like Cloudland Canyon State Park. As one camper noted, "We love camping at Fort Mountain. It's 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." Cell service can be limited at higher elevations, with some campgrounds reporting no coverage except at specific locations within the parks. The region experiences four distinct seasons, with fall bringing spectacular foliage displays that attract numerous visitors. Summer temperatures often reach the 90s, though higher elevation campgrounds provide some relief from the heat. Wildlife awareness is necessary, as bears are present in several parks, particularly in more remote camping areas.

Many campers highlight the contrast between convenience-oriented and nature-focused campgrounds in the area. Battlefield Campground in Ringgold receives praise for its proximity to Chattanooga attractions but less for natural surroundings. According to one reviewer, "The location was convenient for us to get back and forth from Chattanooga, but I would only return out of necessity, as I prefer to be a little more secluded when camping." Cloudland Canyon, meanwhile, consistently earns high ratings for its scenic beauty, with visitors noting its impressive overlooks, waterfalls, and hiking trails. Fall camping is especially popular for viewing seasonal colors, while spring brings wildflower displays. The region's proximity to Chattanooga (about 30 minutes north) makes these campgrounds practical bases for exploring both urban and natural attractions.

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Best Camping Sites Near Ringgold, Georgia (336)

    1. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    183 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    21 miles
    Website
    +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."

    2. Holiday Travel Park

    20 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, TN
    6 miles
    Website
    +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."

    3. Harrison Bay State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    18 miles
    Website
    +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."

    4. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    43 Reviews
    Lookout Mountain, TN
    18 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 ."

    5. Chester Frost Park

    35 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    19 miles
    Website
    +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."

    6. Battlefield Campground & RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Ringgold, GA
    2 miles
    Website
    +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!"

    7. Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA

    26 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 661-7655

    "We went on this trip to see the leaves changing in northern Georgia. The employees were so friendly and helpful, they brought the firewood right to us."

    "Quiet campground tucked away on Lookout Mountain, with super friendly and helpful staff."

    8. Hawkins Pointe RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, GA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 820-6757

    $60 - $63 / night

    "Close to everything. Racing just down the street. That’s a positive or negative. On the nights they are racing you hear I’m the cars at the track."

    "Does have very nice place to walk, dog park/wash,corn hole, fire pit with two chairs to use. We loved it there. Check the price. Pull thru sites with picnic table."

    9. Fort Mountain State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Chatsworth, GA
    28 miles
    Website
    +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."

    10. Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    16 Reviews
    Mcdonald, TN
    19 miles
    Website
    +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."

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  • William Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Marion county park Tennessee

    Hospitable spot to overnight with great fishing

    Spent the evening of the 9th Sept at Marion County Park near Chattanooga, right on the water, along Hwy 41. Fantastic hosts…Lots of fishing going on all around us. Good camping spot…level, water and electricity for $38.00. Bathhouse was older but clean with lots of hot water. Downside, only one shower stall had a bench for changing and there was no counter at the bathroom sink. The other downside was the traffic noise across the beautiful water from I-24. Very welcoming spot just off of I-24

  • Katrin M.
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Harrison Bay State Park Campground

    Campground on the lake

    We camped here over the weekend, bc we participated in a dog event near by. At first we booked site B31. The tent pad was super small, there was no way for 2 bigger tents to fit. It's definitely better, if you have a camper. We changed to site A9 and that was much better. We had to set up the tents on concrete, which was awesome, because it rained all Saturday. The bathhouses were kinda outdated, but always clean. The park itself is ok. It's nothing spectacular there. The campsites directly on the water were very nice. All the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I don't think, I would camp here again. The park was very clean, it has just not really anything nature wise that would catch my interest.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    Beautiful park, great hiking

    Cloudland Canyon is one of Georgia’s prettiest parks. There are 2 campgrounds. West Rim campground has more privacy, with the sites in the trees. Sites in The East Rim campground are closer together, and is noisier.. There are also backcountry campsites. The West Rim Loop Trail, considered one of the top 10 hikes in the United States, according to Backpacker Magazine starts in the West Rim Campground. There is also a strenuous waterfall trail into the canyon. The campground was water and electric sites. There are no full hookup sites, but there is a dump station. Modern showers and bathrooms.

  • b
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Campville LLC

    Great stay

    Super clean campground with great amenities!! Only a mile from 75 but doesn't feel like it's located by the interstate. Highly recommend checking the place out!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Calhoun A-OK Campground

    Now called CedarBreak…

    Not KOA anymore - the campground has been renamed CedarBreak. New owners and they are very nice and helpful. Nicely Renovated office and store. Upgraded our site when they knew our plans. Minor sound from adjacent road, other than that very quiet, clean, nice layout with trees, good site spacing, I’ll be back.

  • Suzanne-Will C.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Woodring Branch Primitive Campground — Carters Lake

    Great Tent Camping

    I love that this was a tent only camping site (no RVs). The sites were a bit smaller than I would have liked but as it was just the 10 sites on the road, the kids could safely play in the road. The water was by the toilets at the entrance but easily walkable from the sites.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Wills Creek RV Park

    Convenient location

    This was an overnight stay on our way to the Smokies. Easy to get to from I-59 in Fort Payne. They have some sites that are shaded, but the pull through sites are in an open area. Gravel roads and pads (thankfully, as everything around was standing in water from the recent downpour)

    The facility is dated, but clean and an easy on and off on the way through.

    Nightly rate was $45

    WiFi worked

  • Peyton P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Prentice Cooper State Forest Dispersed

    A few pull offs

    You can stay at either Hunter’s check campground or Davis Pond. If you want to stay at davis pond you have to get there before dark, and there is not access for vehicles to get into the campground so it’s just tents (no overlanding, unless you’re comfortable in the parking lot). I pulled off just off one of the trails and set up. It was quiet and private. Not buggy

  • Tucker K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Prentice Cooper State Forest Dispersed

    Not as quiet as I thought

    There’s some good spots in the backcountry if you can find them, but be prepared to search quite a bit. The roads are pretty dense not many places to pull off. Night time is great but gunshots started at 6:30 at a nearby gun range and dirt bikes started hitting the roads not much later.

Guide to Ringgold

Camping near Ringgold, Georgia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The park is beautiful with a nice modern campground. The views of the canyon below are breathtaking." There are trails for all skill levels, making it a great spot for families.
  • Water Activities: At Harrison Bay State Park Campground, you can enjoy swimming and kayaking. A camper shared, "We enjoy this campground. There is plenty of lake access for boating, kayaking, and swimming."
  • Cavern Tours: Check out the caves at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground. One reviewer said, "The tour of the caverns was well worth the money spent and in much more of a natural state in comparison to Ruby Falls."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the sites. A visitor at DeSoto State Park Campground noted, "Clean place with very friendly staff. Lots of hiking trails."
  • Privacy: Many campers enjoy the spacious sites at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The campsites offer good privacy with clean facilities."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Families love the variety of activities available. A camper at Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground said, "Beautiful park with lots of activities for kids."

What you should know

  • Busy Campgrounds: Some campgrounds can get crowded, especially on weekends. A visitor at Chester Frost Park mentioned, "This campground is a very busy place though. Sites are pretty close together."
  • Check-in Times: Be aware of check-in times. One camper at Harrison Bay State Park Campground noted, "I do think it could be a better park if they updated the bathroom by the graveyard and made a few other improvements."
  • Limited Cell Service: Some areas have poor cell reception. A camper at Fort Mountain State Park Campground said, "The downside... was zero service at our site."

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Tips from RVers

Camping near Ringgold, Georgia, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin, you're sure to have a memorable experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any KOA campgrounds near Ringgold, GA?

Yes, there are KOA campgrounds near Ringgold. The closest is Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA near Trenton, offering drive-in and walk-in access with reservable sites, water, toilets, and big-rig-friendly facilities. Another option is Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA, which provides similar amenities plus hike-in access. Both KOAs are within a reasonable driving distance from Ringgold and offer the consistent amenities and services that KOA campgrounds are known for.

Are there lake camping options available near Ringgold, GA?

Doll Mountain Campground near Ellijay is an excellent lake camping option, situated on a peninsula stretching into Carter's Lake. Managed by the Army Corps of Engineers, this campground features scenic water views but be prepared for steep hills and switchbacks when entering. Another water-based option is Harrison Bay State Park Campground, located on Chickamauga Lake. Both provide water recreation opportunities while maintaining proximity to Ringgold. These lake campgrounds offer a refreshing alternative to mountain or forest camping experiences in the region.

Where are the best campgrounds in Ringgold, GA?

Ringgold offers excellent camping options within a short drive. Battlefield Campground & RV Park is conveniently located right off the exit in Ringgold, behind Georgia Winery and close to Chattanooga. While it hosts many long-term guests, its convenient location makes it ideal for exploring the area. For those seeking more natural surroundings, Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground is worth the drive, featuring breathtaking scenery, varied camping options, and excellent hiking trails. With proximity to both Chattanooga and Atlanta, Ringgold serves as a strategic base for regional camping adventures.

Can I find tent camping sites near Ringgold, GA?

Tent campers have several excellent options near Ringgold. Fort Mountain State Park Campground is particularly popular for tent camping due to its private wooded sites and cooler temperatures from the higher elevation, making summer camping more comfortable. For a more rustic experience, Pocket Campground in the Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest offers a beautiful setting surrounded by steep ridges of Horn and Mill Mountains, with vibrant spring colors from mountain laurel. Both locations provide the natural immersion that tent campers typically seek.

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