Low Meadow Farms, near Knoxville, Tennessee, is a fantastic spot for those who crave a primitive camping experience. With 13 designated sites right alongside a beautiful creek, it’s the perfect place to unwind and connect with nature.

Campers rave about the peaceful atmosphere, often finding themselves the only ones around, which adds to the secluded feel. The campground offers essential amenities like free firewood and a porta-potty, making it a comfortable choice for tent and RV campers alike. As one visitor put it, “Every site with the exception of one was right next to the creek,” providing a serene backdrop for your stay.

If you’re up for some adventure, there are great hiking and biking trails nearby. Many campers appreciate the easy access to outdoor activities, with some mentioning the proximity to local breweries and paddling spots. The friendly communication with the host adds to the welcoming vibe, ensuring you have everything you need for a memorable trip.

Whether you’re looking to relax by the creek or explore the surrounding wilderness, Low Meadow Farms is a solid pick for your next camping getaway.

A four-acre plot bordered by Burnett Creek. We have multiple creekside, primitive camping spots that are shaded by trees, and adaptable to multiple groups. From the meadow to the creek, life swarms all around. Bees, Butterfly Bush, Milkweed, Otters and more enrich the environment. Potable water and a portable bathroom are on site. The site itself is an easy distance to Downtown Knoxville and even easier access to all that South Knox's Urban Wilderness has to offer. It uniquely offers a hint of backcountry camping without the 25-mile hike in, a great way to test the waters for primitive camping or an easy stop close to the city for a seasoned traveler. Best suited for van, car, bike, tent, and hammock camping without the frills of a KOA. Bookings are for 2 people each to keep it from feeling crowded. If you have more than 2 you will need to book multiple sites.

Low Meadow Farms (formerly Brown Bike Farms)

Knoxville, Tennessee is the closest major city to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Knoxville is only about an hour away if you’re looking for comfortable accommodations when traveling to the park.

Knoxville has capitalized on comfortable camping with plenty of glamping and RV resorts to choose from in the area. The best camping near Knoxville is in the Norris Dam State Park and surrounding area. Another good option for campgrounds is Big Ridge State Park near Ridenour, TN. It’s worth noting that for an extra 30 minutes of driving, you can get to Great Smoky, where admission is free and the campsites are more abundant.

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The Best Camping Near Knoxville, Tennessee

This small campground is a really beautiful meadow. I camped here with a friend over Labor Day weekend. It's very primitive but also very beautiful. Only a few miles from the city and a short bike ride on country roads or mountain bike trails!

Primitive Camping Close to the City

I hate to even review this due to how amazing this place was and my wife and I had the entire place to ourselves! All sites are right along the creek. Firepit provided and there is typically a portable restroom available. This weekend the restroom was being replaced so we got an even better deal. Owners are awesome and extremely helpful if needed. We will 100% be making this a regular spot for our new rooftop tent. 

Hidden Gem

Our new favorite campsite! There are no hookups, so if you bring a camper you’ll need a generator, but for tents, this space is primo! Nice communal fire pit area, lots of space and privacy depending on the spot you get, all are along a nice flowing creek. Perfect to relax and recharge. Close to some great breweries, hiking, paddling, great biking. All around a great place! 

Primitive Perfection!

This place is a great primitive campground with sites along a creek. Very quiet.  


Basic Primitive in the Heart of the Urban Wilderness 

The creek by the camp sights is beautiful! Primitive sights for sure, and that's exactly what we wanted.

Beautiful creek! Very primitive! And right outside of Knoxville. 

Clean and quite. Firewood provided. 
My campsite was creek side and a stones throw from the firewood and porta-potty. The contact from Kat was friendly and prompt when I had a question. 

Good spot for primitive camping!

This place was great. I’m not sure if it’s always like this but I was literally the only person there at this time so it felt very primitive. You communicate with the host via text and she’s very responsive, there is no check in at an office which I love, just reserve your site, pay and get in here.  They have free firewood a porta potty and a water spigot. Next to some good hiking and biking trails.  Every site with the exception of one was right next to the creek. It’s definitely worth checking out. 

Photos of Low Meadow Farms (formerly Brown Bike Farms)

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