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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Apison, TN

1,482 Reviews

Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA's extensive pet-friendly amenities include a dedicated dog park where traveling pets can stretch their legs between adventures. Most campgrounds near Apison maintain standard pet policies requiring leashes and proper waste disposal, with several offering additional pet amenities. Chester Frost Park and Harrison Bay State Park welcome pets at both tent and RV sites, while Cloudland Canyon State Park extends pet access to their cabins with specific pet fees. The campgrounds are clean with convenient pet waste disposal stations and frequent pet waste stations. Battlefield Campground maintains pet-friendly facilities though some reviewers note management responsiveness issues regarding maintenance requests.

Hiking trails throughout the region accommodate leashed dogs, with nearby state parks offering miles of pet-accessible pathways. Most KOA sites feature level pull-through spots with full hookups ideal for travelers with pets, though highway noise may affect some locations. The campground amenities include swimming pools, playgrounds, and dog exercise areas where pets can burn energy after long travel days. Some campgrounds like Tiny House Campground offer private wooded lots with ample space for pets to enjoy outdoor time. Veterinary services are available in Cleveland and Chattanooga for emergency situations, and most campgrounds remain open year-round allowing for pet-friendly camping regardless of season.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Apison, Tennessee (183)

    1. Harrison Bay State Park Campground

    57 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 344-6214

    $22 - $28 / night

    "Harrison Bay is a huge park, with four camping loops (3 for RVs, 1 for tents), and a large marina, located on the Chickamauga Reservoir of the Tennessee River."

    "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. Chester Frost Park

    35 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    13 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."

    3. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    183 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 657-4050

    $10 - $290 / night

    "Hiked 13 miles trails are clean and taken care of. Staff helpful and friendly. My dog loved it. Pet friendly. Very nice camp ground for camping in tent."

    "Most sites are a reasonable distance from the bathroom and parking lot. Sites further from both are more private."

    4. Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    16 Reviews
    Mcdonald, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 472-8928

    $55 / night

    "Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground."

    "I should have gotten one of their little cabins...they look cozy and they are right next to the primitive camping."

    5. Holiday Travel Park

    20 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 891-9766

    $36 - $105 / night

    "Nice dog park. Very clean laundry facilities. Wish we had time to stay a few days. Definitely recommend."

    "Pet friendly. Big rig friendly. Clean. Dog play yard. Near interstate."

    6. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    43 Reviews
    Lookout Mountain, TN
    22 miles
    +1 (423) 821-9403

    $55 - $56 / night

    "Having the dog park close by was a bonus. We would definitely stay here again."

    "It is unique as well, in that there is a cavern entrance right on site."

    7. Fort Mountain State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Chatsworth, GA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 422-1932

    $14 - $55 / night

    "The campground is well situated in a mountain valley.  the sites are flat and easy to access.  The roads are a bit narrow but big enough if you take your time.  "

    "The platform sites are a short walk from a parking area near the lake so you can make multiple trips to the car if necessary, while the backcountry sites are up to a 3 mile hike in, so all gear, food,"

    8. Battlefield Campground & RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Ringgold, GA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 937-4166

    "Pets allowed too so that was a plus!!"

    "Battlefield Campground is an extremely convenient RV park located right of I-75 about 20 minutes south of Chattanooga."

    9. Hawkins Pointe RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, GA
    12 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."

    10. Chilhowee Recreation Area

    30 Reviews
    Benton, TN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 338-3300

    $12 - $30 / night

    "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"

    "Well-maintained, pet-friendly, and close access to lots of great trails. There is a nearby lake, perfect for swimming."

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  • D
    Sep. 11, 2021

    Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    Clean, Quiet, Friendly

    Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground. Some very nice private sites and none of the sites except maybe a few look very small or tight- pretty spread out. Lots of tent sites. You definitely hear the highway here, but not a big concern for us. Pet friendly with a very nice dog park. Pool for the kids. Playground is little more than a residential style wood swingset, but it kept the kids entertained.

  • Missy C.
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Hawkins Pointe RV Park

    Close to highway

    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. There are no amenities but they do have a fenced dog park. The sites aren’t bad there’s just no shrubs or trees or anything. It’s just really good gravel and some grass and a picnic table. The people in the office are really nice and helpful. If you need work on your rig, there are lots of places real close by as well as camping world. 

  • Carolin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 30, 2024

    Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA

    Great place!

    Quiet campground tucked away on Lookout Mountain, with super friendly and helpful staff. The campground is very well maintained, has a large pool, playground and giant in-ground bounce ballon for the kids, and a fenced in dog park complete with slides and playground equipment for dogs! There is a walking trails around the campground. The bathroom\shower house was impressive to say the least, very clean and renovated.

  • Jaime W.
    Nov. 30, 2019

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Nice campground

    We enjoyed our stay at Raccoon Mountain. Sites were a good size. Not right on top of each other. The caverns were pretty cool. Having the dog park close by was a bonus. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Ted N.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 15, 2023

    411 River Rest Campground

    Great Facilities

    Campground is next to SR 411. Excellent facilities and staff. We stayed for 3 days and had an enjoyable time. Fished in the pond played corn hole. Ran our dogs every day at the dog park. Will definitely head up there again

  • Malaney H.
    Aug. 29, 2018

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Beautiful Park in the Mountains

    This campground is beautiful in the middle of the mountains. It is unique as well, in that there is a cavern entrance right on site. You are able to do a quick 45 minute knowledge tour or you can do a muddy tour, which is longer and takes you further into the cavern.

    There are RV and tent sites available as well as large group sites. The bathhouse a nice size and very well kept. There is also a laundry facility on site, which is nice for those the want to go in the mud rooms on the long tour. There are two different stores, one is for the camping reservations, and the other is for the caverns. They are doing renovations, so the cavern store is in a little trailer right now (August 2018).

    The people were very nice and helpful. We stayed during the rainy season, so the lady in charge that day, made sure to drive around and warn us that in an emergency situation, we would either go in the cave for shelter, or the bathhouse, which is made of brick. It was nice to know she cared so much to drive to each site and warn us. Luckily, we only got a small shower the next morning, so we had no weather issues.

    Lastly, and very important to us, was the on site dog park. My dog was very happy to run and chase her ball off of a leash. Its large and well maintained with a small dog ramp inside.

    Side note, there are about 12 cats that roam the facility. The are very friendly and will not hesitate to jump in your car or trailer so keep an eye out for them!!

  • C
    Mar. 17, 2022

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Nice camp site, very convenient to Chattanooga

    Nice site, great staff, bathrooms were clean. Spaces were a little tight, but not terrible. Dog park was great for our dog to run around off leash for a while.

  • Corey G.
    May. 20, 2023

    Diamond Lure Campground

    Awesome Campground

    This Campground is amazing. The woman in the office is so nice and very helpful. They have workers escort you to your site to make sure everything is OK. The man who escorted us was very nice, and made sure we knew where everything was (even after being told at the office). I loved that. The grounds are super clean. There are walking trails, a lake, a beach, and they even have things for dogs! (Dog bath, dog beach, dog park, ect). I'd recommend this place 1,000 times over!!!

  • Stephanie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Holiday Travel Park

    Sunny and Open RV Park

    Located just barely on the Georgia side of the GA/TN border, Holiday Travel Park has a community feel with its many full hook-up sites, most of which are extremely close together. 

    We are tent campers and there is not much here if you are not in an RV--they are nestled into the back of the campground, and have the benefit of a large grassy area so kids can run and stretch their legs, but quiet and privacy are still lacking. There is also a dog park located at the campground entrance so the four legged kids can run freely, and a playground next to the dog park, however it is in full sun so will be hot during the summer months--which is the perfect time to use the pool! Unfortunately due to COVID-19 both the pool and playground are closed at the time of this review, but it is good to know they are there once public spaces can open again.

    This campground has two sides; to the right of the main entrance is decidedly more shady while the side to the left gets more sun, and it seemed as though the shady side hosted many campers who were there long term. We even saw one set-up where it looked like someone had a couple of tomato plants growing in containers! These sites are all very close together but still had a peaceful vibe under the shady trees. The sunnier side (sites in the 100s) is where the playground, tent sites, and large grassy field are, so while the sites are still very close together there is a little bit more public space for larger groups or families. 

    There are three camping cabins that rent to groups of 2 people, and two camping cottages; a loft for groups of 4, or a one bedroom for groups of 6. Cabins and cottages have beds (you must bring your own linens), electricity, running water, grills, picnic tables, and the loft has a small kitchen. 

    This is a great stop for campers who want to see the Chattanooga/Chicakmauga area, and it has great amenities for families. However this is not a campground for those looking for a relaxing experience in nature due to proximity to the interstate and surrounding neighborhoods, and the small sites and lack of privacy from fellow campers.

Guide to Apison

If you're looking for a great getaway with your furry friends, there are several pet-friendly camping options near Apison, Tennessee, that cater to both you and your pets.

Tips for camping with dogs near Apison

  • Make sure to bring plenty of water and food for your pets, as some campgrounds may not have water hookups at each site, like at Chilhowee Recreation Area.
  • Keep your dog on a leash and clean up after them to ensure a pleasant experience for all campers, especially in busy spots like Chester Frost Park.
  • Check the campground rules regarding pets, as some places may have specific guidelines, such as Harrison Bay State Park Campground.

Pet owners like the amenities offered

  • Many campgrounds, such as Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground, provide electric hookups and picnic tables, making it easy to enjoy meals with your pet.
  • Facilities like showers and restrooms are well-maintained at places like Holiday Travel Park, ensuring comfort for both you and your pet during your stay.
  • Campgrounds often have open spaces for pets to roam, like the scenic areas around Skull Island, which is perfect for letting your dog stretch their legs.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great activities

  • Enjoy hiking trails that are accessible for pets, such as those at Chilhowee Recreation Area, where you can explore the beautiful surroundings together.
  • Many campgrounds, including Adventures Unlimited Campground, offer fun activities like rafting and fishing, making it a great adventure for you and your pet.
  • Relax by the water at campgrounds like Chester Frost Park, where you can enjoy swimming and picnicking with your furry companion.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Apison, TN is Harrison Bay State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 57 reviews.

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