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Riverside Campground and Cabins accommodates pets at all 12 RV sites and cabins along the Tennessee waterfront. Leashed dogs can explore the grounds while following campground waste cleanup guidelines. Baileyton KOA Holiday offers salt-water pool camping with full pet-friendly hookup sites, maintaining immaculate facilities for campers with animals. Around Pond RV Park provides dedicated green space and dog walking areas with level gravel pads. Misfit Farmz Campground welcomes tent campers with pets at their 10 primitive sites, offering accommodations for larger groups hosting private events with animals. Cherokee Lake Campground and Natural Tunnel State Park both feature pet-friendly policies with access to lakefront sites and nature trails. Campgrounds near Eidson, Tennessee are listed with photos on The Dyrt.
Clinch River Family Campground maintains pet-friendly sites with river access where dogs can cool off during warmer months. The campground sits at the end of a 7-mile scenic drive from the main road, providing walking trails along the riverbank for exercising pets. Out on The Creek Campground combines creekside camping with mountain views and pet access to the nearby Clinch River for swimming and splashing. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash requirements, though dedicated pet areas allow more freedom. Natural Tunnel State Park serves as an excellent base for accessing nearby Devil's Fork Loop Trail with dogs. Wilderness Road provides additional pet-friendly hiking opportunities within a 30-45 minute drive. Temperatures in the region can fluctuate significantly across seasons, requiring preparation for both hot summer days and cooler mountain evenings when camping with pets.
"Big open area for the dogs. Clean laundry. Plenty of areas for the kiddos. Friendly staff. Definitely a good place to stay"
"Conveniently located close to highway 81 and town!"
"Lots of open space pets. This is very country setting. Friendly host."
"A few friends and I visited this campground in June of 2018 so we could visit the Natural Tunnel and the Devil's Fork Loop Trail."
"The views are spectacular, Camping with electric, water and showers was just a bonus to all the beauty around us and pet friendly. Great people all around and we felt so welcomed."
"Great place for dog walks. Tunnel very cool."
from $15 - $50 / night
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Check Availability"Did a couple of days at Around the Pond Campground in Greenville Tennessee.( mtns.) It was a awesome trip with our friends Ronni Herold& Dean."
"Pulled up to the staging area near the office and didn’t even have to get out of the truck. Guy came up on a golf cart and confirmed my name."
"Walking distance to Clinch River. Kayak, Hiking, Biking, spacious lots"
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Several Lake front spots. Shower and bathroom buildings on site. Several pavilions. Dumpsters, Lots of walking trails. As well as a boat ramp."
from $55 / night
Check Availability"We had a change of plans and made reservations at Warrior Path State Park on a whim - and are VERY glad we did."
"This beautiful 970 acre Tennessee State Park is located on the shores of the 900 acre Patrick Henry Reservoir on the Holston River in Sullivan County."
LegendSites: 60 Pull thrus
RV-Tent-Cabins 15-30-50 amp service
Hot showers, pool, pets allowed, toilets, laundry, small grocery store This is only of couple of miles off I40 in the rolling hills of Tennessee, very quiet and well maintained. Sites ae a bit close together but not on top of each other. Gravel pads, fire rings, picnic table, trash. Beautiful green space and dog walk area. Enjoy the hiking.
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ScoutCampground sites are a bit close together but it is well maintained and has friendly staff. Wifi works well. Nice dog park.
LegendNewport KOA is conveniently located near I-40 North East of Knoxville, TN.
This campground hosts standard RV Sites and Cabin Sites. They have bathrooms, a pool, WiFi, a dog park, firewood for sale, propane, and more. They have lots of travelers coming through from races and for motorcycle clubs, and RV rallies.
We found this location because we had difficulty finding camping locations in the area and we were pleasantly surprised to see this pretty park!
We had decent AT&T cellular service but TMobile was not as good. We were able to stream and work efficiently.
There are caverns nearby to go explore and of course it’s in the Smokies!
GuideI’d never used a KOA before but was tremendously impressed with the serene beauty of this place situated well away from traffic in a bucolic setting. Mindful of my budget I learned to ask for a tent site with no electricity, no water, just toilets and showers. The young man who helped me observed I was alone and put me in a small cabin for no additional charge. Just outside the cabin was a bonfire of old wood from construction debris. I was super stoked to get this deal. I spent lots of time stoking that fire and sitting outdoors watching the evening arrive. If you’re anywhere near the area do stop in and enjoy a quiet and lovely night. You can even pet the horses nearby.
TravelerThis camp ground is nothing short of luxurious! From its level concrete sites (some with massive stack stone fireplaces) to it’s bathhouses (that are nicer than my own home bathrooms, btw), they have spared no expense in creating the nicest campground possible! Basically, my only complaint is that there are almost no shade trees. Most campers who stay here have large RVs so shade isn’t necessarily an issue for them. We have a pop up camper (we were literally the only pop up there’s when we stayed-lol) and although we have air conditioning in our camper, the tent beds get pretty hot even still without some shade trees. Also, there is no restroom even close to the playground area. Thankfully we didn’t have a bathroom emergency with our toddler.
The beach area they’ve constructed on the lake is INSANE! So so nice! There’s a giant blow up slide leading into the lake. There’s a super cute and fun dog park, arcade room, very nice pool area, food truck with anything you could want to eat, and the workers are super nice. Every Saturday in October, campers decorate their site and hand out candy to the costumed campers! My kids LOVED that. We have already booked for this next October and plan to make it a tradition!
GuideThis was my third visit to the NTSP - I really enjoy the camping, and the pool and Natural Tunnel are great fun. Each time I've camped in Lover's Leap, and all the sites are well spaced. Have stayed in #3 and #5, and #12 which is even more private. The restrooms and showers are always clean, and there is a nice laundry area as well. This trip we took a car ride to Big Stone Gap, a thriving little town about 30 minutes north of the park - it's a nice quiet but interesting town, with a nice dog park. Took a car ride to Gate City, south of the park - wouldn't recommend it. It's a city on it's way down. The short ride to the Blockhouse in the park is interesting, with nice views of the mountains. The ride and hike up and down to the tunnel is always fun. In the summers they light the tunnel one Saturday night each month, so it's worth trying to plan for that.
RangerWe stayed in the cabins and they are well-maintained and stocked. Pretty rustic, but the fireplaces are worth it and make it extra cozy. They are also pet-friendly! Our dog loves the outdoors, so it’s always a bonus when we can take her with us. We have been back multiple times. Great hiking, we recommend the trail that leads to where 3 states meet. It’s a fairly easy hike and ends with a great view. We have been multiple times, and each season has it's different appeal of beauty!
GuideThe views are spectacular, Camping with electric, water and showers was just a bonus to all the beauty around us and pet friendly. Great people all around and we felt so welcomed.
GuideMostly level gravel spots. Sites are close together. Block bathhouse that the spiders enjoy. Beautiful river. Lots of open space pets. This is very country setting. Friendly host.
Pet friendly camping near Eidson, Tennessee offers primitive tent sites, spacious RV spots, and cabin accommodations across multiple campgrounds. Located in the northeastern corner of Tennessee, Eidson sits at approximately 1,400 feet elevation with temperatures ranging from below freezing in winter to mid-90s in summer. The area features rolling Appalachian foothills with multiple waterways including Cherokee Lake and the Clinch River.
Fish for smallmouth bass: Out on The Creek Campground offers creek and river access for fishing. "Great place to camp along side the creek or rv lots with mountain views. Walking distance to Clinch River. Kayak, Hiking, Biking, spacious lots," notes Andy J.
Explore Devils Fork Loop Trail: This challenging trail near Natural Tunnel State Park Campground takes about 3-4 hours to complete. "We chose this campground because it was close to Natural Tunnel and Devils Fork trail (30-45 min). Both of these are worth doing if you are in the area. We chose to only hike to Devils bathtub (about 2 miles one way). It was exceptional but difficult," explains Beth B.
Visit Natural Tunnel: A natural limestone cave formation where trains pass through. "The Tunnel is well worth seeing also. Would definitely stay here again," shares Gary P. The tunnel can be accessed via hiking trail or chairlift, which operates on weekends.
Level camping sites: Many campgrounds offer graded sites for comfortable setup. "Site was gravel and completely level. A lot of full time campers here but that doesn't bother us at all," writes Peter K. about his experience at Around Pond RV Park.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathrooms and shower houses. "The bathrooms and showers were so clean! As clean as any hotel. I would definitely recommend this campground," says Rosemary B. about Baileyton KOA.
Water recreation: Many sites offer direct water access. "What a great experience for the whole family and kids and enjoyed the privacy water was a little cold this time of year but I had a great fire next to the river Under the Stars roasting s'mores," shares papa G. about his stay at Clinch River Family Campground.
Road access varies: Some campgrounds require travel on unpaved roads. "Most of the final road to campground is paved with exception of last mile, its wide enough but slow going. You will lose cellular pretty quickly when you turn on that road," warns Beth B. about Clinch River Family Campground.
Cell service limitations: Coverage can be spotty in this rural area. Many campgrounds have limited or no wifi, and cellular service diminishes quickly when traveling away from main roads.
Reservation requirements: Popular campgrounds like Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground fill quickly during peak seasons. "We lucked into the only spot available for one night on short notice and it was a great camp site," mentions Tom B.
Site size accuracy: Pay attention to stated size limits. "Be sure to read site descriptions and check the suggested trailer size- they seriously mean the max size!!" advises Sara M. This is particularly important at older state park campgrounds with shorter sites.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds have play areas for children. "The kids loved riding their bikes and scooters on the paved road through the park. My son and I enjoyed a round of disk golf while my wife and daughters made use of their awesome playground," shares Jedidiah J. about Warriors' Path.
Educational activities: Rangers often conduct programs for children. "In the warm seasons they have a ranger that comes around and even little events for kids. I remember picking apart an owl pellet with the ranger. Very outdoor educational," recalls Travis R.
Swimming options: Share the farm offers a private pond, while other campgrounds have lake or river access. "Quiet campground with a private pond for fishing," notes Jason.
Weekend activities: Several campgrounds offer planned events. "They have activities planned lots on the weekend," mentions D S. about Baileyton KOA, which also features "Pool, playground, driving range, big water slide."
Full hookup availability: Options range from primitive to full-service sites. "We had a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring," notes Cat R.
Campground layout considerations: Older campgrounds may have challenging access. "There are a lot of uneven campsites, so bring your leveling blocks. That said, great campground," advises Michelle I. about Warriors' Path.
Dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer sewer connections, but many have dump stations. "Only reason for 4 stars, is no sewer hookup on site. Several Dump stations on grounds, though they are free for guests," explains Alex C. about Cherokee Lake Campground.
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