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Site 2 is the only cement pad, but the others look pretty level. While water is not available at individual sites, there is a spigot near the bath house. The bathrooms and showers were really clean.
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Several RV parks around Dayton offer full-service accommodations for various motorhome sizes. Parksville Lake RV Campground provides water, electric, and sanitary dump facilities year-round with both 30-amp hookups and tent sites. Mountain Glen RV Park, situated about an hour northwest of Chattanooga, features 41 RV sites that can accommodate trailers from 60' to 90' in length with full hookups. "Sites are level and concrete. Power sources 30 and 50 Amp are available," noted one camper about the region's parks. R&R RV Campground in Dunlap offers big-rig friendly spaces with 50-amp service, full hookups including sewer, and concrete pads that provide sufficient space for larger rigs.
Fall and summer months see higher occupancy rates at these campgrounds, making advance reservations essential for prime waterfront pull-through spots. Cellular coverage varies throughout the region, with most reviews indicating strong service at established RV parks. Most facilities welcome pets but require them to be leashed and supervised. A review mentioned that "the sites themselves are kinda small but we have a huge rig (43") so most sites are small to us," highlighting the importance of checking site dimensions when traveling with larger motorhomes. Dump stations are available at select parks, while others offer full sewer hookups directly at campsites. The area between Chattanooga and Dayton provides multiple options for overnight or extended stays, with proximity to both urban amenities and natural attractions.
Best RV Campgrounds near Dayton (164)
1. Gryptid RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $65 - $450 / night
2. R&R RV Campground
"There a few pull throughs sites that have full hookup then a row of electric & water sites."
"We were able to get a perfect spot for us that was only 15 minutes from the event. Not only were we accommodated but we were shown our options on the property and directed where to go."
3. Parksville Lake RV Campground
"Parksville Lake RV Campground is an absolute gem! I had a fantastic stay here. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the sites are nice, spacious, and wonderfully shaded by the trees."
"So peaceful. The campground hosts were phenomenal!!! They made sure all campers had everything they need. They also make sure people are following the rules!!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $40 / night
4. Peakland RV Park
"I have been staying here for a couple weeks now and it has been very quiet. I have full service hook up everything I need for my RV."
from $50 / night
5. Overnite RV Park
"Overnite is j1 mile off I-75 and very quiet at night. Full hookups and our campsite was very level. "
"We still had full hookups and they were so nice about everything. This park is very conveniently located North of Chattanooga and South of Knoxville."
6. River Breeze RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $50 / night
7. Whitewater RV Park - Ocoee TN
"This park is close to everything. We spent the day hiking the mountain next to rv park. Then went kayaking down the river across the street. The sites are level and concrete with a nice fire pit."
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $50 / night
8. Blue Moon RV Park
"Nice place with 10 50 amp pull through sites and a few back in 30 amp used by monthly renters that make you feel welcome."
"Quiet, decent size sights 50amp is holding well with both ac running, good water pressure veary nice people and veary reasonable cost"
9. Chilhowee Recreation Area
"Coming up the mountain has some steep grades and a few switch backs that you can't see around."
"Nice area with picnic tables and beach area. 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"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $12 - $30 / night
10. Paradise on the Mountain RV Park
"They have a hand built fireplace under a large overhang near the office. Great space for grilling or hanging out. Surround sound speakers play music for your enjoyment on the patio."
"We are a week into a month long stay and I can’t say enough great things about this park. It’s close to restaurants and shopping, and many places to hike."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $55 / night
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- 29 min from Cleveland, TN
- 34 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 14 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 47 min from Rome, GA
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RV Park Reviews near Dayton, TN
954 Reviews of 164 Dayton Campgrounds
- MickandKarla W.
LegendWhispering Falls RV Park
Great Customer Service and a Walk to Burgess Falls
We originally reserved three nights at Whispering Falls RV Park but changed our plans to an overnight stay with only 24 hours' notice. The staff was very accommodating and changed our reservation without any fees. On travel day, we called to see if we could arrive early since check-in wasn't until 3:00 PM. Again, no problem! Awesome customer service. We followed RV Life Trip Wizard GPS along with the directions in our confirmation email, which accounted for a detour due to construction of the new Burgess Falls State Park visitor center. The drive took us along country roads that we wouldn't want to navigate after dark. Check-in was simple, and we entered the gate code and proceeded to back-in site 7. We were impressed with the newer campsites featuring pavers and long pads. Utilities were conveniently placed, making hookups easy. Water pressure was decent at around 45 psi. Campground (CG) WiFi was pretty good at 20.5 Mbps download. We received one bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile, but our T-Mobile Home Internet was unusable, so we set up Starlink. Mature trees surrounded the CG perimeter but didn't cause us any satellite reception issues. Sites were decently spaced, with sites 9 and 10 looking like great choices for those traveling together. There were quite a few seasonal or permanent campers, but their sites were very well maintained. The CG also had a good-sized, unfenced dog area. One nice feature was being able to hear the falls from sites toward the back of the CG. We especially enjoyed being able to walk directly from our campsite into Burgess Falls State Park and access the trails leading to the falls to include bringing our dog on a leash. The store, which also serves as the check-in location, offered fast food, beer, and basic grocery items. Between the excellent customer service, well-maintained sites, and convenient access to the state park, we would definitely stay here again!
Jeff C.GuideParksville Lake RV Campground
Great little campground
Parksville Lake RV Campground is an absolute gem! I had a fantastic stay here. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the sites are nice, spacious, and wonderfully shaded by the trees. We loved the layout of the RV loop, especially the outer section where a peaceful creek flows right past the sites—the sound of the water at night was perfect. The restrooms and showers were exceptionally clean and well-kept. I had Starlink connectivity at my site and my WeBoost cell signal booster gave me up to three bars on AT&T. The campground host was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful. It's a wonderful, relaxing spot, and I will definitely be back!
Cliff M.
TravelerBigfoot Adventure RV park & Campground
Enjoyable place to stay, quiet nights. Very chill atmosphere. Would recommend.
Robert R.
ScoutTennessee Wall Camp
I was worried that I would arrive and find all the campsites occupied. This was not the case. When I got there around 5:30 there was only one other site taken. I didn’t see them until the next morning. By morning, there were two other sites occupied.
- RRonnie C.Traveler
Howland's Hidout
This was a last minute stay, the camp was full but accommodations were made for us by the host to park in his front yard and connect to house power. We were invited to join the host and other guests at the massive fire pit that was warming the cool mountain evening. Very pretty here…was a long and winding road up the mountain from our travel direction. Excited to see what it looks like in daylight. I have 3 bars on my T-Mobile but also have StarLink.
Jacob A.TravelerTennessee Wall Camp
Hard to find, really busy but most of them were hikers let left at nightfall.
- MM H.Scout
Lotterdale Cove Campground
Tent Riverfront
This was a very nice campground! The tent areas are partially gravel so it helped the area be less muddy after rain. Beautiful view of the river and would be a great place to fish! Bathrooms are very nice! Comes with a nice fire pit and didn’t have to use own grate! Pet friendly! Staff was very nice and helpful!
Only complaint was some of their quiet hours were confusing. The quiet hours on the email said 10pm to 7am but then sign posted at bathroom was 11pm-7am for quiet hours.
Mary D.GuideCumberland Mountain State Park Campground
4th Time Here
This is our number one favorite place to camp. We are from Knoxville, TN and if we are wanting to camp for the weekend but avoid the drive, this is where we come! Area 1 site 25 is our favorite and we are super excited to stay at 108 and 109 in the future. The campground is beautiful. Area 1 is shaded with plenty of trees around making it feel like you're in a little forest, and of course fall is wonderful. Some sites have sewer. I have T-mobile cell phone and I have 3 bars at 5g and my husband has xfinity and has 2 bars at 4G.
Love this campground!
Guide to Dayton
Dayton, Tennessee offers several rv campgrounds within the eastern Tennessee region. Located between Knoxville and Chattanooga at approximately 700 feet elevation, the area features access to multiple waterways including Parksville Lake and the Ocoee River. Summer temperatures typically reach mid-80s with high humidity, while spring and fall bring more moderate camping conditions with occasional rainfall.
What to do
Waterfall hiking access: At Chilhowee Recreation Area, campers can take advantage of the nearby trail system leading to scenic water features. "There is a small hike to Cumberland Falls, which is gorgeous!! We had a great time! Hot water for showers/restroom facilities," notes one visitor. Multiple waterfalls are accessible within short hiking distances from established campgrounds.
Whitewater activities: The Ocoee River provides premier rafting opportunities near local campgrounds. "Close by Occoee White Water center where the Atlanta olympics took place. Plan your visit around the water release. There schedule is online. Pretty cool to see the water trickle and then mass of water come at you," mentions a camper at Parksville Lake RV Campground.
Mountain biking trails: The region offers extensive trail networks suitable for various skill levels. "25 miles of hiking and biking trails starting right from our campsite," reports one visitor about Chilhowee Recreation Area. Many campgrounds serve as ideal base camps for accessing these recreational opportunities.
What campers like
Creek-side sites: Many campers appreciate water-adjacent camping spots. "We had a great experience at this little campground. There are several sites along a beautiful little creek. It was peaceful, only the occasional car on the nearby road," notes a Parksville Lake visitor. These creekside locations often provide natural ambient sounds and cooler temperatures.
Spacious layouts: At Greeter Falls Campground, visitors mention the generous site design. "Spacious sites. Walk or drive to Greeter Falls trailhead for a beautiful waterfall hike," writes one camper. Site spacing varies considerably between campgrounds, with some offering more privacy than others.
Proximity to attractions: Campers value the central location for regional activities. "The campground is also in close proximity to a lot of outdoor activities," states a Parksville Lake visitor. This strategic positioning allows for diverse day trips while maintaining a consistent base camp.
What you should know
Site variations: Campers report significant differences between sites at the same facilities. "Our site was probably the worst designed one. Really strange back-in in the shape of an L over a creek with the electric on the wrong side. Probably why it was still available. But we made it work," notes one Chilhowee visitor. Researching specific site numbers before booking can prevent disappointment.
Seasonal considerations: Some facilities have restricted operating times. Chilhowee Recreation Area operates from "April to November," according to their listing information. Other campgrounds like Overnite RV Park remain open year-round but with variable amenity availability.
Access challenges: Mountain roads can present navigation difficulties. "To get to this campground you have to go up a steep narrow windy mountain road," warns a Chilhowee visitor. RVers should research route conditions before committing to certain campgrounds, especially with larger rigs.
Tips for camping with families
Playground facilities: Some campgrounds offer dedicated children's play areas. At Paradise on the Mountain RV Park, "There is an adorable playground for the kids. Rumor says there is possibly a splash pad coming soon," according to a recent visitor. These amenities provide entertainment options during downtime between outdoor adventures.
Swimming opportunities: Natural water features offer recreational swimming. "We did this hike in the afternoon and got a nice dip in at the falls since it was such a hot day," mentions a Greeter Falls visitor. These swimming holes provide relief during hot summer months.
Scavenger hunts: Some campgrounds create activities specifically for younger campers. At R&R RV Campground, "There's also a scavenger hunt he put out that's super fun!!" reports one family. These organized activities help keep children engaged throughout their stay.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. "Sites are gravel, required some leveling, had FHUs. 50/30/20 amp service, water and sewer of course," notes a Greeter Falls visitor. Bringing leveling blocks remains essential for most area campgrounds.
Length limitations: Navigating certain campgrounds requires caution with larger rigs. "Roads around the loops were narrow but there were big 5th wheel rigs so its doable," reports a Chilhowee camper. Some campgrounds recommend calling ahead for specific site recommendations based on vehicle length.
Power reliability: Electrical service varies between facilities. "Power sources 30 and 50 Amp are available," noted campers about certain parks. During peak summer months, air conditioning use can strain older electrical systems at some campgrounds.
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