20 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV campgrounds near Etowah offer concrete pads, full hookup sites, and year-round access for motorhomes and travel trailers. Whitewater RV Park in Ocoee offers 24 concrete sites with full hookups including 50-amp electric service, water, and sewer connections. The park features level sites with fire pits. "The sites are level and concrete with a nice fire pit," a camper wrote about their experience at Whitewater RV Park. Parksville Lake RV Campground operates year-round with electric hookups and a dump station, though sites lack direct water connections. Blue Moon RV Park (formerly Overniter RV Park) in Athens includes full hookup options with 30/50-amp service. Top of the World RV near Tellico Plains provides elevated sites with electric, water and sewer connections.
RV travelers should note the mountainous terrain affects campground access in this region. The drive to Chilhowee Recreation Area involves a 7-mile uphill journey with potential tight turns for larger rigs. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with stronger signals near Interstate 75 and diminished coverage in more remote locations. Many parks remain open year-round, though Chilhowee operates only from April through November. Reservation policies differ between parks - some allow same-day booking while others recommend securing spots well in advance, especially during rafting season when Ocoee River activities draw crowds. A visitor commented that Parksville Lake Campground has "tight drives into the sites" despite being otherwise quiet and pleasant.
"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!!"
Available this weekend
from $20 - $40 / night
"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."
from $45 - $50 / night
"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."
"Great Mountain top, RV getaway, water and electric hookup, quiet and pet friendly. Amazing views of the morning sunrise over the mountain tops."
"Quiet, Relaxing and good for your soul.. The owners go over and above with any questions you may have. Very friendly. If you are looking for the "Resort" hustle and bustle this is not for you."
Available this weekend
from $50 - $60 / night
"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"
Available this weekend
from $12 - $30 / night
"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"
from $45 / night
"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
"Conveniently located in Murphy, NC, it's also close to TN and GA."
"Small family owned campground located in the NC foothills. Sites are spacious and meticulously groomed. If you're looking for peaceful and cozy, this is the place!"
"I have a 43' 5th wheel and was assigned to spot 17, a pull through site. Length wise I fit with room to spare."
"Peachtree Cove RV Park is perfect for quiet camping. Dog run area stream or river at most sites. I had a reservation at Andrew’s Valley Railway Tour highly recommend both of these"
from $59 - $69 / night
GuideLeft Pigeon Forge Tn. GPS took us on an adventure, route 129 The Tail of the Dragon 318 curves switchback and hairpins I was nervous but slayed it. Lol. Peachtree Cove RV Park is perfect for quiet camping. Dog run area stream or river at most sites. I had a reservation at Andrew’s Valley Railway Tour highly recommend both of these
ScoutI camped here with a friend last weekend and absolutely loved this place! It's a cute little site with a great host, clean bathrooms, free firewood, and super friendly dogs, goats, and people. I would for sure stay here again and recommend.
GuideParksville 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!
GuideA sign on the gate says that the area has been closed "due to vandalism and unauthorized activity".
GuideThis is one of several USFS campgrounds that are within a few miles of each other. The cost is only $8/night, first come first served. The sites are fairly large with about half of them on a wide, clear creek. There is no running water, but there are bear proof trash cans and vault toilets that were fairly clean, but didn't smell great.
There is free potable water and an RV dump station about a mile away at the North River Game Checking Station on River Road near the Spivey Cove campground..
The campsite was clean with picnic table, fire ring, and a lantern post. The fire ring was almost full of ashes and it appears that campers have to clean them out themselves.
The Green Cove Angler store is a couple miles away and has ice, firewood and other camper things.
Unfortunately, while we were there, it was bear hunting season and another camper had multiple barking and baying dogs that went on and on for hours.
TravelerThis 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.
TravelerWater was very low and poor quality. Host was friendly but don’t buy his wood - it doesn’t burn well. County water tasted funny, probably minimal treatment. We had quite a hike to the restroom, which wasn’t regularly cleaned.
ScoutThis 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.
GuideThis is a beautiful campground but is unfortunately permanently closed. It's sad.
Several RV parks near Etowah provide full hookup options for travelers exploring eastern Tennessee. Parksville Lake RV Campground operates year-round with 30-amp electric sites, drinking water, and a dump station, though water hookups aren't available at individual sites. Whitewater RV Park in Ocoee features 24 concrete sites with full hookups including 50-amp service. "The sites are level and concrete with a nice fire pit," noted one camper who appreciated the park's proximity to outdoor activities. Top of the World RV near Tellico Plains offers sewer and electric hookups with picturesque mountain views, while Blue Moon RV Park (formerly Overnite RV Park) in Athens accommodates larger rigs with pull-through sites and 50-amp connections.
Most RV parks in this region require advance reservations, particularly during summer rafting season and fall foliage periods. Navigation to several campgrounds involves narrow mountain roads with elevation changes, requiring careful driving for larger motorhomes. A recent review cautioned about Blue Moon RV Park: "The pull-thru site wasn't long enough for us to stay hooked up to our truck for the night." While some parks like Whitewater RV offer amenities including showers and Wi-Fi, others provide more basic services. Most campgrounds welcome pets with designated walking areas. Cell service varies by location, with stronger signals near Athens and spottier coverage in mountain valleys. Dump stations are available at several parks, though not all offer on-site sewer hookups.
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