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North Sungate Farms Treehouse Glamping provides a peaceful, private creekside retreat in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, offering upscale outdoor accommodations with modern comforts. This treehouse accommodation features air conditioning, beautiful interior decorations, and proximity to numerous recreation areas. Located near Murphy, North Carolina, just a short drive from Copperhill, the treehouse sits alongside a refreshing creek perfect for rock hunting and relaxation. The air-conditioned treehouse includes comfortable sleeping arrangements and is situated in a central location that provides easy access to nearby attractions. Additional luxury camping options in the area include Adventures Unlimited, which offers cabin glamping alongside the Ocoee River with full amenities including hot showers, picnic tables, and fire pits. One guest shared, "Fun and relaxing creekside Glamping treehouse, there's plenty of space for a few tents as well. When we went to sleep we were comfortable in the Air-conditioned beautifully decorated treehouse."
The surrounding area boasts exceptional stargazing opportunities, with one visitor noting the night sky "looked like the planetarium!" These luxury outdoor stays offer a perfect balance of natural immersion and comfort, with multiple glamping resorts providing fire rings, grills, and outdoor seating areas for evening relaxation. Guests can explore the Hiwassee and Ocoee Rivers for paddling adventures, with outfitters nearby providing equipment rentals for water activities. The region's glamping destinations are strategically positioned between multiple outdoor recreation areas, with most sites within 20 minutes of popular attractions in any direction. The area's central location in the Blue Ridge Mountains provides the perfect basecamp for exploring nearby trails, waterfalls, and scenic drives. Many luxury camping options in the region remain open during summer and fall seasons, with some locations offering year-round availability for weekend getaways and extended stays.
"We were on lot 7 which was right on the lake. The view was perfect. Water and electric worked great. The bathrooms were immaculate and heated, plenty of hot water."
"Camped on lot 14 which was quite spacious with easy access to the water. Tent was located away from the fire pit and picnic table and the restrooms were close by."
from $30 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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!!"
"The campground is well maintained the park staff is always driving around and friendly. Each campground has a fire pit, lantern pole and picnic table!"
from $12 - $30 / night
Check Availability"The sites in campground 1 are spaced apart, large, shaded and close to bath house."
"This park starts with an amazing road up the mountain, we arrived at night and the sky was inundated with stars, a spacious overlook with some people capturing some nighttime sky photography and motorcycles"
from $14 - $55 / night
Check Availability"bathroom! "
"Everything from the drive up the windy roads and hairpin turns to the campsites being located close to some awesome trail heads. especially the trail to Blood Mountain."
from $30 - $290 / night
Check Availability"Scenic views the whole drive up, followed by a safe, cozy campground with clean facilities and a great grouping of trails."
"The campsite was clean, and our site was a good distance from other campers. The campground has a nice hike to Benton Falls which is beautiful."
from $12 - $20 / night
Check Availability"There are only about 24 sites, some cabins, and some new glamping tents. There is a bathhouse with individual showers. You are fairly close to the lodge. You are also right at the falls."
"We arrived just before sunset & we were in a rush to set up before it started to pour."
"Our first time here at the Hiwassee Outfitter camping area in Reliance, Tennessee. Most campsites have river view or stream view. One large circle, mostly tent camping. No electric hookup."
"Breakfast & Lunch Diner. Multiple Float Rental types including sit in, sit on and inflatable kayaks. Shuttle to top for put in and take out at camp ground on the river."
"Fun and relaxing creekside Glamping treehouse, there's plenty of space for a few tents as well. The creek is cool and refreshing to enjoy rock hunting. Large fire pit and grill to make our dinner."
from $150 - $175 / night
"Great people run the outfit and extended quiet hours should be noted. The bar/restaurant has great pub food and a wide selection of drinks."
"Adventures Unlimited is located near the Ocoee River, which was the whitewater location for the‘96 Olympics, so yeah, world class whitewater."
from $10 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Lovely little spot next to a very swimmable and warm crystal clear river - very popular with locals, and I imagine would be packed on weekends."
GuideVery large dispersed campsites along the White Oak Gap Road. Very rugged road, AWD recommended but possible in some smaller vehicles. Creek crossings in some areas. Access to Dukes Creek Trail and Raven Cliffs Trail towards bottom of road. Vault toilets near trailheads. Great for large groups, our party slept 8 tents and several hammocks and there was still plenty of space.
Guide6 back in campsites, right off a paved road, sites are 20 yards from river, fishing, peaceful, cooler than in town. Outhouse is clean and has TP. Not much traffic on the road, not many campers. There are several campgrounds in the same general area on the river. All are nice, we had our pick and chose Davis. No power, water, or dump but there's a store just down the road that has fishing gear, ice, firewood, drinks, and vices. Good spot in a cool location.
GuideWe stayed at Site 18, which has a reputation for being one of the hardest sites to back into. There’s definitely a trick to it! Pull your truck forward along the site, then pull out toward the site across from you, making an S-turn. From there, line it up and back in. It's tricky, but doable!
We loved this area and packed a lot into our stay. We visited BJ’s Apple Orchard, stopped at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm (where I somehow ended up with a 150-pound pumpkin 😂), had dinner at Cascades Restaurant, and took the easy way to see the falls.
The fenced-in sites were a huge plus, especially with our pups. It gave them more room to roam. The bathrooms and showers are individual rooms, which was nice, and the welcome center is one of the nicest we’ve come across.
And then there’s THE HILL. I was born and raised in the Smokies, so I’m no stranger to mountain roads, but the incline is no joke! The reviews are absolutely not exaggerating when they say it’s steep. Come prepared!
I have T-mobile and husband has Xfinity and we both have great service. Wifi in the campground gets the job done for Netflix at night.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful area, plenty to explore, dog-friendly sites, and a campground we’d visit again. 🏕️🥾
GuideHopefully they open it up soon but we drove about an hour to get here just for it to be closed. The whole road seems to be closed for the time being for road work. I hope this helps someone!.
The 5-8 miles up to this area do seem a little sketchy but we were hoping the actually site would be nice and hopefully it will be after the work they are doing right now.
GuideBeautiful views from the trails. I went during the summer in July so it was on the busier side. There is a lake with a beach with boat and paddle board rentals. Seemed like a great spot to fish. Prepare for possibilities of bears as they were around. One night I must have not fully secured my bear box and a bear found my cooler. I tent camped on a pad where I can find some service (T-Mobile) but most spots are spotty. Next time I come, I want to try the back country locations. Trails are awesome with a cool story about the place around the tower and fortification. Attendants at the camp store were really nice. If groceries are needed there is grocery stores in the nearest town of Chatsworth down the mountain
ScoutStayed 4 nights , loved it all site's on the water, though some sites above steep bank to lake ,definitely coming back beautiful park clean facilities all round great experience
TravelerWe had an awesome stay! Our family used a mix of a cabin and a tent, which worked out perfectly—it gave us a great option to get some AC while still letting the kids get the real tent-camping experience. We absolutely loved the French toast, and the bathroom and shower facilities were convenient. We really enjoyed our time and all the amenities. Thanks for a great stay!
LegendWe followed the confirmation email directions, which took us right to the campground. Check-in was quick, efficient, and exceptionally friendly. We were escorted to back-in Site 55, which was an easy back-in and one of the more spacious sites in the campground. We were glad we chose this site over one of the pull-throughs, which appeared much closer together. The long gravel pad easily accommodated our 40-foot fifth wheel and F-450, with well-positioned utilities. Since we were only overnighting, we did not disconnect. We received two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. The campground Wi-Fi was adequate for checking email and general browsing but not streaming. There are plenty of mature trees throughout the campground, so Starlink availability will vary by site. We chose not to deploy ours but believe Site 55 would have provided a usable view of the sky. The campground also features a fenced dog park that is large enough to actually throw a ball and let your dog run. Overall, this is a clean, well-maintained KOA with friendly staff, spacious back-in sites, and a convenient location, and it will definitely remain on our list of campgrounds for future visits to the Chattanooga area.
ScoutSites nice. I was on B loop. Bathrooms dirty. Water would not turn off. A shower not working.
The Copperhill area sits at approximately 1,470 feet elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains where Tennessee meets Georgia and North Carolina. Campers can access multiple waterways including the Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Toccoa rivers, with summer temperatures typically ranging from 65°F to 85°F. Winter camping near Copperhill offers surprisingly mild conditions compared to higher elevations in the Smokies, with temperatures often staying above freezing.
Waterfall hiking: 3 miles round-trip. At Chilhowee Recreation Area, the Benton Falls trail offers a moderate hike suitable for most skill levels. "Benton falls was great, but crowded. For a more secluded waterfall experience head to the Rainbow falls," notes Manie D., who recommends checking out multiple trails for different experiences.
Mountain biking: 25+ miles of trails. The Chilhowee area provides extensive riding options directly from campsites. "There is wonderful mountain biking easily accessible from the camp and world class white water rapids within only a few miles drive," reports Tyler J., highlighting the convenience of having trails near your tent.
Lake activities: $35 for rentals. Morganton Point Campground offers swimming, fishing, and paddling on Lake Blue Ridge. "The beach is extremely clean and the rental shop by the lake rents kayaks and paddleboards. However, it is a little pricey if you plan on doing it. It was $35 for a kayak or paddleboard," shares Jenn B.
Whitewater rafting: Olympic-level rapids. The Ocoee River hosted the 1996 Olympic whitewater events, making it a world-class destination. "We did the Classic Middle Ocoee Rafting Adventure, with Leon as our guide. He was awesome! He wore a Viking helmet and had vast knowledge of the river and area," explains Lori H. from Adventures Unlimited Campground.
Creek access sites: private sound barrier. Fort Mountain State Park Campground offers creek-adjacent camping that provides natural white noise. "Several creeks meander through the campground, notably Burnett Branch, Wolf Creek...so the rushing water noise is both soothing and assists in drowning out neighborly conversations," explains Dave V.
Dark skies for astronomy: minimal light pollution. The region offers excellent stargazing conditions, especially at non-electric sites. "Campground is small and quiet; hardly any light pollution at my nonelectric site," says Tia K. at Morganton Point, who appreciated the undisturbed night views.
Winter camping options: year-round access. Vogel State Park Campground remains open during colder months. "We spent a week here in Feb. 2017 it was a bit chilly and quiet. The sites and trails are very well maintained, all facilities were clean and the park rangers are super friendly," reports Kelly W., who found winter camping surprisingly comfortable.
Wildlife encounters: bear sightings. Some campgrounds have regular bear visitors. "We had bear visitors, something they'll warn you about upon arrival. The bears just added to the appeal of this place though," says Shelly C., who found the wildlife enhanced rather than detracted from the experience at Fort Mountain.
Limited cell coverage: plan accordingly. Most campgrounds have spotty service at best. "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," advises Manie D. from Chilhowee Recreation Area.
Reservation windows: fill quickly in peak seasons. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping and similar parks book up fast. "This is one of the most popular parks in GA. It is usually crowded and books quickly," warns Maggie C. about Vogel State Park, suggesting early planning.
Mountain road conditions: steep grades. Access roads to many campgrounds involve challenging drives. "To get to this campground you have to go up a steep narrow windy mountain road," cautions Carissa D. about Chilhowee, an important consideration for larger vehicles.
Yurt camping Copperhill, Tennessee area: limited availability. The closest yurt accommodations to Copperhill are at Fort Mountain State Park, about 30 miles away. Year-round yurt camping near Copperhill requires advance booking, especially on weekends.
Platform sites: adventure alternative to yurts. Chilhowee Recreation Area offers unique camping platforms. "We chose Fort Mountain for the variety of camping options they had, specifically the platform sites. As one of our primary requirements for camping is privacy and a place our kids can run around without bothering anyone else, having a place slightly off the main road sounded perfect--and it was," explains Stephanie J.
Water play options: lake versus creek. The region offers varied water experiences for different age groups. "The creek is cool and refreshing to enjoy rock hunting," notes a reviewer from North Sungate Farms, while at Fort Mountain State Park, "The area also has putt putt, the only playground, seasonal concession and rentals, beach area and a super nice walking trail for everybody."
Bathroom proximity: factor into site selection. When camping with kids, consider facilities. "The campgrounds near the entrance are not as secluded, but they are closer to the newer restrooms – which are nice and kept very clean," advises Jenn B. about site selection at Morganton Point.
Hookup variations: water not at all sites. Many campgrounds have limited hookups. "The RV sites do not have water hook-ups at each site. There is a water hook up to fill your tank as you enter the campsite area. Fill your tank and you are good to go," explains Nathan G. about Chilhowee.
Dump station locations: check access. Some campgrounds have challenging dump station approaches. "There is only one dump station and it's on the other side of the campground. From the B loop, you have to traverse about a 120 degree switchback to get to it," warns Mike N. from Chilhowee, noting that larger rigs might prefer to pay elsewhere.
Site leveling challenges: bring blocks. Many mountain sites have significant grade issues. "The site had about a 5 inch difference sloping towards the road. I used rocker blocks maxed out (about 4 inches in height) and still was not level," shares Mike N. about Fort Mountain State Park, suggesting extra leveling equipment.
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