Best Campgrounds near Coker Creek, TN

Coker Creek, TN is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Coker Creek campgrounds just for you. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Coker Creek, Tennessee (618)

    1. Indian Boundary

    28 Reviews
    Tallassee, TN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 253-8400

    $20 / night

    "The lake is great for kayaking and swimming, with an easy trail around the perimeter. The gorgeous Cherohala Skyway is very close by (highly recommend!)."

    "The surrounding mountains and water were breathtaking. This camp ground is close to the water if you stay in loop A. Just a short walk the water and beach."

    2. Gee Creek Campground — Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park

    29 Reviews
    Delano, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 263-0050

    $35 - $85 / night

    "Bath house is relatively nice for a state park campground. 1 mile walking path surrounding the grounds is nice. Safe area for bicycle riding. Great proximity to many outdoor activities."

    "This sweet state park campground is tucked into a spot along Gee Creek, which is great for boating, fishing, and swimming in the summertime heat of Tennessee. "

    3. Top of the World RV

    8 Reviews
    Coker Creek, TN
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 519-2967

    $45 / night

    "This place is a true gem hidden in the Tennessee mountains."

    "Close to grocery stores & TONS of mountain goodness."

    4. Chilhowee Recreation Area

    30 Reviews
    Benton, TN
    20 miles
    Website
    +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!!"

    5. Thunder Rock Campground

    20 Reviews
    Reliance, TN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 338-3300

    $12 - $20 / night

    "Campsites are close to one another. If you camp at a site near the water, it is really nice, but everyone will walk by your campsite so they can go down the path to the river."

    "Easy access off Hwy 64, so close to stores for food and firewood. Well maintained campsite with clean bathrooms and very clean, nice showers. Alcohol prohibited as think county is dry."

    6. Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground

    5 Reviews
    Tellico Plains, TN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 253-6061

    "Great base camp for close to adventures in the national forest. Go do the hike by bald river falls 30 min away."

    "Great location and great food! This is my go to spot when out riding."

    7. Lost Creek - Cherokee NF

    9 Reviews
    Reliance, TN
    13 miles
    Website

    "Some have direct access to the creek. Great hikes around and good place to fish and hunt."

    "We chose a spot next to the creek. Was clear and flowing due to a lot of rain the few days before we arrived. Sites had concrete picnic tables and a pad. We had to clean ours when we arrived."

    8. Tellico Plains/Cherokee National Forest KOA Holiday

    5 Reviews
    Tellico Plains, TN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 253-3513

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Close to fun things in Tellico , not too far from Athens , Etowah , Madisonville , and many near by attractions in the mountains. We drove to Cleveland quite a bit too, about 45 min."

    9. Sourwood Campground

    4 Reviews
    Coker Creek, TN
    10 miles
    Website

    "Bathrooms are relatively clean nice fishing close by. Twra fish hatchery just a short drive away. Lots to do for hiking fishing and just exploring the outdoors."

    "The closeness to the river is the main attraction here. It’s ever-present sounds make it easy to forget everything."

    10. Parksville Lake RV Campground

    15 Reviews
    Benton, TN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 338-3300

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Each site is a good distance away from the other and there is the constant sound of the creek flowing right next to it. The bathrooms are clean and right in the middle a perfect spot for a getaway"

    "Easy to navigate around sites.  Lots of shade.  Close by Occoee White Water center where the Atlanta olympics took place.  Plan your visit around the water release.  There schedule is online.  "

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Recent Reviews near Coker Creek, TN

2138 Reviews of 618 Coker Creek Campgrounds


  • 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

    Cades Cove Campground

    Quite, beautiful, weekend traffic

    This is one of the quietest campgrounds I’ve stayed at. Sites are nestled in the woods in a cove in the Smokies. No cell service. No internet. No cable tv. Just peace and quiet! This is a national park campgrounds, so no water, electric or hookups. There is a dump station and modern bathrooms. Cold water showers. There is a camp store with basics. There is a lot of traffic especially on weekends with visitors driving the scenic Cades Cove Loop Road.

  • 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.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Little River Campground & RV Resort

    Labor Day weekend

    Overall a positive experience. We stayed in the tent camping area. Absolutely beautiful site with a wonderful river view, but be aware that the direct river bank is considered common area including day use so it had a lot of traffic while we were there. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Being a holiday weekend it was very crowded and very noisy, including a few neighbors without regards to quiet hours. Overall the facilities including bath house are were very nice though I believe the large crowds caused issues with the crew being able to keep up with keeping them clean. The location is very convenient to Townsend and we rode bikes out to explore and get food in the evening. We would definitely go back just probably not on a holiday weekend.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Corbin Creek Tray Mountain

    Best off grid camping

    This is by far my favorite place we’ve been off grid camping. It’s more Jeep friendly than full size vehicles, to get a spot down by the creek. But it is possible to get a full size 4*4 truck down the switch back.

  • Doug S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Persimmon Creek RV Park

    Beautiful Little Camp Ground

    Persimmon Creek is a beautiful and peaceful place. The owner is very friendly and helpful. It is centrally located to some great attractions.

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mountaineer Campground

    Pleasant Stay

    Lovely campground on the river and close to amenities. Biking, hiking, tubing, swimming. My favorite experience here has been the pavilion prayer and fellowship on Sunday mornings hosted by Charm ministry volunteers. Very casual with lots of singing and great conversation in a very positive and welcoming atmosphere. The bathrooms and showers were kept very clean as well as the laundry and pool area. The camp hosts were very helpful and work hard to keep the above clean. The campground offers a 50% discount on a 28-day stay which I took advantage of. They allowed me to stay an extra 28 days due to my dog passing away so I could wait for his remains. They were very understanding, thoughtful and gracious during this sad time for me and I am very grateful to the management and hosts for the time, space and respect they extended to me July & August.

  • Kc K.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Fooshee Pass Campground

    Amazing site! See note on hook-ups

    This campground is great. The hosts/camp store workers are so nice. This site is big and has easy walk-in access to water for swimming or fishing. **Only weird thing is the hookups are on the opposite side of the site. Take a 50 ft water hose and a 30 amp extension - ours was 50 ft but I think a 30 ft would work. **

  • A
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Chilhowee

    Clean areas

    Bathrooms always clean. It’s pretty family friendly with adult supervision. Great views and scenery. Swimming lake.


Guide to Coker Creek

Camping near Coker Creek, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails in the area. Many campers enjoy the scenic views and wildlife. One visitor at Cades Cove Campground mentioned, "Had numerous sightings of wildlife even in the campground."
  • Biking: The Cades Cove Loop is a popular spot for biking. A camper shared, "The store was convenient and awesome proximity when we biked the loop."
  • Fishing and Water Activities: Campgrounds like Gee Creek Campground provide access to rivers for fishing and kayaking. One reviewer noted, "Great spot close to some of our favorite kayaking rivers."

What campers like:

  • Wildlife Viewing: Many campers appreciate the chance to see animals. A visitor at Cades Cove Campground said, "I saw turkeys and bears every day on the loop."
  • Clean Facilities: Campgrounds like Indian Boundary are praised for their cleanliness. One camper remarked, "The bathrooms are extremely clean."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. A reviewer at Thunder Rock Campground said, "Friendly camp host that regularly checks the grounds and bathrooms."

What you should know:

  • Site Spacing: Some campgrounds have closely packed sites. A visitor at Gee Creek Campground noted, "You can pretty much hear conversations from other campsites at yours."
  • Limited Cell Service: Many areas have poor cell reception. A camper at Cades Cove Campground mentioned, "There is no cell service with T-Mobile, so have a good book."
  • No Showers: Some campgrounds, like Abrams Creek Campground, do not offer shower facilities. A visitor commented, "The bathrooms were just one toilet and one sink with no paper towels or soap."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. A reviewer at Gee Creek Campground said, "The kids loved the playground, and the fairytale story walk."
  • Family Activities: Choose campgrounds near hiking trails and water activities. One camper at Indian Boundary mentioned, "Beautiful 3-mile loop around the lake is a great little hike/walk."
  • Quiet Areas: Opt for campgrounds that are less crowded. A visitor at Cades Cove Group Campground shared, "It was so quiet and dark in the late evening really what we needed to have a family campfire getaway."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Lengths: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Abrams Creek Campground advised, "I would not want to take the trip down into this area with anything larger."
  • Electric Hookups: Some campgrounds offer electric hookups, while others do not. A visitor at Chilhowee Recreation Area noted, "Electric is available at some sites, but not others."
  • Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. A reviewer at Thunder Rock Campground mentioned, "Bear safe trash receptacles located around the campground."

Camping near Coker Creek, Tennessee, provides a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With various campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Coker Creek, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Coker Creek, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 618 campgrounds and RV parks near Coker Creek, TN and 57 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Coker Creek, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Coker Creek, TN is Indian Boundary with a 4.8-star rating from 28 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Coker Creek, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 57 free dispersed camping spots near Coker Creek, TN.

What parks are near Coker Creek, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 parks near Coker Creek, TN that allow camping, notably Tusquitee National Forest and Croatan National Forest.