Best Glamping near Erwin, TN

USA Raft Adventure Resort houses riverside glamping accommodations along the Nolichucky River in Erwin, Tennessee. The property features various unique styles of upscale camping experiences, including geodesic domes and other distinctive options that combine outdoor immersion with comfort. These accommodations provide electricity, comfortable bedding, and picnic tables while maintaining proximity to modern amenities including showers, toilets, and trash service. Additional glamping options near Erwin include Cherokee National Forest Rock Creek Campgrounds and Riverpark Campground, which offers glamping sites with full hookups including premium cable television and Wi-Fi access. "There were a few electrical issues due to the crowd that arrived for a music event over the weekend. They sorta stick people all over the place when their busy. Beautiful view along the River. Bar and food truck with vegan options on site."

Riverside locations provide direct access to water activities, with the Nolichucky River serving as a premier attraction for glamping visitors. Whitewater rafting stands out as a signature experience, with USA Raft offering guided expeditions led by expert staff. The Appalachian Trail meanders alongside the river and remains easily accessible from several glamping sites. Beyond water recreation, glampers enjoy hiking on nearby trails, including those within Cherokee National Forest. On-site amenities at select locations include riverside bars serving food and drinks with Wi-Fi access. According to one reviewer, "We whitewater rafted, the guides were excellent and it was an awesome trip. The AT meanders along the River and is easily accessible from the campground." Most glamping accommodations in the Erwin area operate year-round, though seasonal considerations affect water activities and trail conditions.

Best Glamping Sites Near Erwin, Tennessee (74)

    1. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Chuckey, TN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 257-2167

    $14 - $32 / night

    "It had nice trails for hiking. There is river access for fishing or launching a water craft. We were there in December when the weather was chilly and practically had the place to ourselves."

    "The drive in follows the TN “Sunnyside Early Country Trail” through picturesque farmland with mountains in the near distance. Do your shopping before arrival, there’s nothing close to the park."

    2. Riverpark Campground

    4 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 753-5359

    $51 - $73 / night

    "The campground is located on an exciting section of the Nolichucky River about 10 minutes from Erwin, TN. During our stay we enjoyed watching kayakers, rafters, and swimmers take on the river."

    "The riverfront spaces are amazing and just inches away from the Nolichucky River. If you love to fish or kayak this is a great location. The bathhouses are super clean."

    3. Katy Branch

    4 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 638-4109

    $75 / night

    "Beautiful, scenic, private plot for campsite complete with a fire pit. Very close to many trails. Clean showers and bathrooms. Loved it."

    "Came to stay at this campground because we wanted to do some hiking nearby that we haven't done in FOREVER!"

    4. Spacious Skies Bear Den

    65 Reviews
    Spruce Pine, NC
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 765-2888

    $24 - $999 / night

    "If you are looking for a campground that is quiet and secluded - this is your place! We are a tent camping family so we stayed in Section “A.”"

    "There’s a pond for fishing and swimming, trails to hike, and playgrounds for the kids."

    5. USA Raft Adventure Resort

    3 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 743-7111

    "I van camped, a Bell Tent, Avion camper, Geodome , and mini house was rented. All pretty well maintained."

    "Great sites right by the river for tents, various unique styles of “cabin camping” along the river and off the river, great staff (brings wood to you!)"

    6. Cherokee National Forest Rock Creek Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 638-4109

    "Back then it was was all primitive camp sites with no electricity or water hook ups."

    7. 3 Day Nature Effect in the Smoky Mountains

    1 Review
    Erwin, TN
    4 miles

    $39 - $74 / night

    "I love how close the Appalachian Trail is to this property. This is the perfect place to unplug and relax."

    8. Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground — Warriors' Path State Park

    26 Reviews
    Kingsport, TN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 867-2757

    "This park is located about 15 minutes off I-81 just south of the VA/TN border, making it extremely convenient, and a great place to stop for anyone traveling that stretch of the country."

    "We had a change of plans and made reservations at Warrior Path State Park on a whim - and are VERY glad we did."

    9. Hot Springs Campground

    29 Reviews
    Hot Springs, NC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 622-7676

    "All sites have fire pits and picnic tables. The bath house and bathrooms wer very clean - the staff checked on them many times a day and kept them well stocked for the Labor.day holiday weekend."

    "Walking distance to trails and town. Spa with hot spring hot tubs across the street."

    10. Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    29 Reviews
    Montreat, NC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 675-5616

    $28 - $56 / night

    "Super place, super staff. Kevin the manager and Diane the host are awesome people with plenty of knowledge of the area."

    "I felt very safe as the campground hosts lived on site and were nearby to help with anything I needed. there are a few bath houses that are kept clean. my site was peaceful nearby the river and very close"

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  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Lakefront Glamping Resort Cherokee Lake Tennessee

    A-Frame Glamping on Cherokee Lake

    Open May-September, this property is located on Cherokee Lake. There are four glamping tents (two with king beds and two with queen beds) and the newest addition is a Micro A-Frame with a king bed. This used to be a dedicated campsite and can still be used as one as the A-Frame is on wheels and can be moved. We stayed in the A-Frame which has a private fire pit and picnic table.

    The A-Frame is cozy with the bed taking up 95% of the space. There is also a small beanbag-type chair, dorm fridge, coffee maker, and two charging pads. There is electricity and light, but it is not bright enough to read in the evening. One of the nicest features is the window side that faces the lake can be opened, making it an open-air accommodation. However, despite it being on the lake, you will also hear almost constant road noise. The glamping tents are located further away from the lake in the woods so I imagine the road noise would be less or non-existent here. 

    Ben and Kim, the owners, are still working on this property and they recently completed a very nice bathhouse with two toilets, two sinks, and two outdoor showers. Towels are provided. They are currently working on a boat dock. 

    We chose the SUP n Stay package (middle price option); included in our reservation was the rental of either a SUP or kayak. The Stay package includes accommodations plus a floating lake mat. The Stay n Play reservation includes the SUP or kayak rental plus a two-hour lake excursion. Unfortunately, it started to rain after we had been out on the lake for about a half hour. The rain resulted in a very muddy area around the A-Frame and Tennessee mud is no joke. We accumulated about an inch of the thick gooey mud on our shoes. 

    Ben and Kim were very welcoming and gracious hosts. Communication was great and they made sure we had no questions. The Micro A-Frame was a unique way to spend the night. The only reason for four stars and not five was the mud and road noise.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Lakefront Glamping Resort Cherokee Lake Tennessee

    A-Frame Glamping on Cherokee Lake

    Open May-September, this property is located on Cherokee Lake. There are four glamping tents (two with king beds and two with queen beds) and the newest addition is a Micro A-Frame with a king bed. This used to be a dedicated campsite and can still be used as one as the A-Frame is on wheels and can be moved. We stayed in the A-Frame which has a private fire pit and picnic table. 

    The A-Frame is cozy with the bed taking up 95% of the space. There is also a small beanbag-type chair, dorm fridge, coffee maker, and two charging pads. There is electricity and light, but it is not bright enough to read in the evening. One of the nicest features is the window side that faces the lake can be opened, making it an open-air accommodation. However, despite it being on the lake, you will also hear almost constant road noise. 

    The glamping tents are located further away from the lake in the woods so I imagine the road noise would be less or non-existent here. 

    Ben and Kim, the owners, are still working on this property and they recently completed a very nice bathhouse with two toilets, two sinks, and two outdoor showers. Towels are provided. They are currently working on a boat dock. 

    We chose the SUP n Stay package (middle price option); included in our reservation was the rental of either a SUP or kayak. The Stay package includes accommodations plus a floating lake mat. The Stay n Play reservation includes the SUP or kayak rental plus a two-hour lake excursion. Unfortunately, it started to rain after we had been out on the lake for about a half hour. The rain resulted in a very muddy area around the A-Frame and Tennessee mud is no joke. We accumulated about an inch of the thick gooey mud on our shoes. 

    Ben and Kim were very welcoming and gracious hosts. Communication was great and they made sure we had no questions. Our stay in the micro A-Frame was a very unique stay. The only reason for four stars and not five was the mud and road noise.

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2020

    Natural Tunnel State Park Campground

    State Park with an Amazing Veiw and Rich Historical Background

    This is the first time I have stayed in a yurt, and it was definitely a learning experience. First of all, it is a cross between a tent and a cabin, and it has no electricity, bathroom, or running water. This was not so bad since the campground bath house was only a couple of hundred feet away. However, the temperatures were in the lower 90s outside, and once we walked inside the yurt, it was like walking into an oven. The temperature had to be somewhere around 110 degrees inside. Immediately after opening the door, opening the window and opening the canvas window coverings, we could feel the heat pouring out of the yurt. Fortunately, I had two 100-foot extension cords and a fan in our car. I plugged into the closest campsite and ran the cord to the yurt. There is no way we could have stayed in the yurt without the fan, so if you decide to stay in a yurt at this park during the summer, make sure to take extension cords and at least one fan. One thing that my wife and I found strange was that there were handrails along the three steps to the deck around the yurt, but there were no handrails beside the rougher steps leading to the yurt. Once we got the yurt cooled off to a decent temperature(high 70s), it wasn’t too bad. It had a queen bed and a trundle bed, which our grandson stayed on. A couch, side tables, and a dining table was also inside. The overall appearance inside the yurt was pleasant, and there was a picnic table and rocking chairs on the outside on the deck. There was also a fire pit, another picnic table, and a lantern hanger included with this yurt on the ground outside of the deck area. You will have to take your own linens for the beds—a queen and a single. There are two campgrounds in this state park, and each one is quite different. The Lover’s Leap campground has space for larger RVs and appears to be the newer of the two campgrounds. Although there are playgrounds, a swimming complex, an amphitheater, and much more, some of these venues are closed for the season due to the pandemic. The one thing I was really looking forward to(the chairlift) is only open on weekends. However, we were able to hike a couple of trails and see the natural tunnel. There are also cabins in the campground and they have a variety of sleeping arrangements of up to sixteen people in one cabin. The historical background of the state park is varied and extensive, so there are a lot of things to see within the park and surrounding the park. My wife and I decided we really want to come back and camp here again when we have more time. Overall, the campground has a lot of opportunities for different types of camping, and a lot to do, but if you stay in a yurt, be prepared.

  • tyrone T.
    Oct. 4, 2023

    Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    Hidden gem

    Super place, super staff. Kevin the manager and Diane the host are awesome people with plenty of knowledge of the area. The road into the facility (FR 472) turns into a gravel road for the last mile or so with a few small potholes but nothing terrible, we had no problems getting there in a 30' class a RV . Just make sure when you get to the fork in the road STAY TO THE RIGHT! The road on the left is Neil Creek road (which btw has some really nice dispersed camp sites) but if you have a bigger rig and go up that road you will hate life... It twists then gets steep and only a couple places to make a 180. No cell service whatsoever even with a booster... If you walk a 1/4 mile out the gravel road by the 1st A frame house you can get a signal there. The showers have plenty of hot water and are clean. The place is a bear super highway so they take policing your food and garbage very seriously. There are an abundance of hiking trails accessible from the site and are well kept... S

    Toe River has some beautiful spots to take a dip if you can handle the cold water.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2022

    USA Raft Adventure Resort

    Roughing it

    Stayed here with a group . I van camped, a Bell Tent, Avion camper, Geodome , and mini house was rented. All pretty well maintained. There were a few electrical issues due to the crowd that arrived for a music event over the weekend. They sorta stick people all over the place when their busy. Beautiful view along the River. Bar and food truck with vegan options on site. We whitewater rafted, the guides were excellent and it was an awesome trip. The AT meanders along the River and is easily accessible from the campground. Be flexible if you stay here, their reservation system leaves a lot to be desired, but it is a very layed back and enjoyable stay.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 31, 2021

    Baileyton KOA Holiday

    Country Time

    Sites: 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. 

    LNT 

    Travel safe

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2021

    Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Delightful Respite in Julian Price Campground

    While there's a few dozen great places to stay in and around the Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway, there are few campgrounds as prized as Julian Price, which has plenty to explore just steps from your tent's front door (er, flap!). 

    After a 3+ hour drive from nearby Raleigh, my very great friend Gary (or'Gariatica' for short) and I landed at the D Loop, which is one of four campgrounds you'll find here. What's important to know about the'Big Letter D Barrio' as the locals refer to it as, is that the campground perches up almost immediately after entering it, so you'll be first met with a few of the lower campsites (which must receive a decent amount of noise from the passing traffic that is only 30-40 feet away from them) before coming to the ground's bathhouses (while just mediocre and not the cleanest, there are bonus points here for providing 'no coin required' individual, private stalls (8 in all), so no group showers, which will be disappointing for some, I suspect). 

    After passing the communal bathing facilities, you will circumnavigate the D Loop in counter-clockwise fashion (although many tried to swim upstream and go in the opposite direction, which I don't recommend, as apart from being hit from oncoming traffic, even if there was none, you would need to conduct a 17-point turn-around to park your car in the provided parking spot) to tour the 40 or so campsites. 

    While there were only a few free slots to chose from at the time of our booking (about 3-4 weeks in advance, so book early if you can!), we did get relatively lucky with our campsite, good 'ol D20, which had plenty of space for our behemoth 24 person tent cabin (OK, so you can't really sleep 24 in this sucker, but it sure would be fun trying!). 

    I would actually recommend the sites that were located directly across from ours - while ours slanted upwards(revealing our entire site), those on the other side of the road sloped downwards so had a solid amount of privacy. Basic amenities were had at most sites we saw- solid (yet aging) picnic tables, fire rings (with pull down grill) and wooden-encased tent platforms. Warning: no nearby running water (to clean dishes, you'll have to load them up in a bucket and trudge back and forth to the bathhouse (donning a towel is optional). 

    Also, I would suggest if you are looking at campsites here or in the other areas of this campground, do look at whether or not a trail cuts through or by your campsite. I don't know how you feel about 100's (this is a popular campground with loads of people hiking trails when we were there, so I'm not overestimating here) of strangers passing by your front door (dang it, I meant'flap' again!), but you might want to avoid the heavy foot fall traffic. 

    Also, unlike any other campground I've ever visited (I lost count after the first 100), I've never stayed at a campground where it was so easy for anyone to simply drive up and around the campground (usually, you have to persuade someone at the front gate that you belong there, right?) as this location has an EZ access point that avoids the ranger at the gate(who left promptly at 5pm anyway), which made me a bit uneasy, although we had no problems to speak of. 

    Last tip? My buddy who knows the area fairly well took me to Gamekeeper's Inn [https://gamekeeper-nc.com\\\\\\\] for one of the best meals of my life. This oversized log cabin chalet has an outstanding bar, simply fantastic staff, upscale smarts and feature exotic meats and rare game, so while I would have preferred hot dogs and beans fireside, followed by endless amounts of s'mores, I was instead dining on grass-[hand]-fed Bison and dungeon-free Emu, the likes of which I had never savored before. Quite delish, washed down by very fine Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough in the land of kiwis and finished off by, what else? You guessed it, a fantastic creme brûlée. Very nice and quite expensive, but hey, you only live once, right?!. 

    Happy Camping!

  • Melissa  W.
    May. 30, 2019

    Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    BRP Mile Marker 316

    Another lovely campground along the BRP, close to Linville Falls and gorge, picnic area and visitor center.

    Erwin’s View Trail: Moderate Linville Gorge Trail: Strenuous {amazing view of falls}

    Get a map at the visitor’s center.. redundant: the gorge is rather crowded on the weekends.

    Check online for road closures when visiting the parkway.

    $20 per night

    There are 70 sites, some reservable sites and walk ins -and an RV loop {dump station} All sites non electric, generators permitted before quiet hours.

    Lovely rangers and camp host that I found to be pleasant and helpful.

    Open field sites, with decent sized pads, fire pits & picnic tables. Some of the sites are more secluded, the ones nearest to the parkway road.

    Dog friendly for leashed puppers 🐾 Kid Friendly

    There are bear lockers, keep food and supplies in the locker and in car at night.

    Alcohol is prohibited

    No showers but access to clean water and flush toilets.

    You may collect dead wood or bring in HEAT TREATED firewood that is certified with a federal seal.

    Local stores that sell wood and/or other supplies: Linville Falls Visitor Center/Park store Linville Falls General Store {8896 NC-183, Linville Falls, NC 28647- trinkets, camp supplies, cold drinks, non perishable food, Hunt Brothers Pizza etc} Walmart Supercenter, Spruce Pine, Ingles Food Store, Newland

    Nearby Attractions

    Linville Falls Linville Gorge “Grand Canyon of the Southern Appalachians”

    Falls Trail - 1.6 mi RT/easy The Gorge Trail - 1.4 mi RT/ strenuous. The Plunge Basin Trail- 1mi RT/ moderate. Leashed dogs permitted 🐾

    BRP Linville Canverns Crabtree Falls, Burnsville Grassy Creek Falls NC Gem Museum

    The campground is laid out well, spacious, clean and located near awesome trails, falls, look outs and shops and restaurants.

  • Jorge P.
    Jan. 2, 2022

    Blue Bear Mountain Camp

    New Years camping

    This place is absolutely beautiful. Totally worth driving up the small country mountain road. After you make it up. The office is on the right. Very friendly staff and super helpful. He walked us to our site and helped us make sure we could pull into our site. We set up on site C-4 close to the tree line so we had so much privacy. It was close enough to the bathhouse but far enough for us to feel secluded. They have a fishing pond, long hiking trails and only about 15 minutes from downtown. 


Guide to Erwin

Camping opportunities near Erwin, Tennessee range from established campgrounds to riverside glamping experiences along the Nolichucky River. The area sits at approximately 1,700 feet elevation in the Cherokee National Forest, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter lows frequently dropping below freezing. Seasonal flooding can affect riverside campgrounds during spring runoff, so checking water levels before booking is recommended.

What to do

Fish the Nolichucky River: Several campgrounds offer direct river access with fishing opportunities for smallmouth bass and trout. At Riverpark Campground, you can cast your line steps from your site. "If you love to fish or kayak this is a great location," notes Carissa D.

Hike nearby trails: The area features numerous hiking options beyond the Appalachian Trail. Cherokee National Forest Rock Creek Campgrounds offers multiple trails, including one to a waterfall. "There is a 1.5 mile hike to the falls, the strenuous level I would say only moderate since it's up hill going to & down hill coming back," says Steve P.

Visit historical sites: The region contains significant historical landmarks worth exploring. "There's a playground, sand boxes and paved semi level RV pads," mentions Michael S. about Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground, which features historical exhibits about the famous frontiersman.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain exceptionally clean bathhouses. At Hot Springs Campground, "The restrooms were dated but kept clean through the weekend," according to Tra C., who adds, "Loved the spa. Amazing views open air hot tubs."

River access: Direct water access ranks as a top feature among campers staying near Erwin. "We really enjoyed this campground. Its not a huge place which adds to the allure. The campground is located on an exciting section of the Nolichucky River about 10 minutes from Erwin, TN," shares Scott T. about Riverpark Campground.

Natural swimming areas: Several campgrounds feature swimming holes or natural water features. "There is a swimming hole on the South Toe River in the campground just beyond the end of the riverside sites. It has a small sandy 'beach' area and a neck deep refreshing hole," notes a reviewer about the recreation options at Black Mountain Campground.

What you should know

Weather considerations: Mountain weather can change quickly throughout the year. For glamping near Erwin, Tennessee, many sites operate year-round but with reduced services in winter.

Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly across the region. "There is no cell service on T-Mobile or Verizon inside the camp (small victory for nature)," reports Scott K. about certain areas.

Reservation requirements: During peak seasons, advance booking is essential. Spacious Skies Bear Den has changed its reservation system: "No more calling the campground office talking to the friendly owners, now you call to somewhere I believe in NJ and talk to a person to make reservations," explains a reviewer.

Flooding risk: Some riverside locations can flood during heavy rainfall. "Do check the output of the river because this campground will flood. That's the only reason I give it a 4 star instead of 5," cautions Carissa D. about Riverpark Campground.

Tips for camping with families

Playgrounds and activities: Many campgrounds feature dedicated children's areas. "Playground is great and was perfect for our girl scout trip. There's also a sweet man who gives tours of the replica farm of David Crocket.. in character and costume," describes Rebecca M. about Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park.

Educational opportunities: Several sites offer learning experiences about local ecology and history. "We appreciated the fact that there are a few trails right there on the property and that there is also a museum on the property where you can learn lots about the history of this famous Tennessean," shares Richard W.

Swimming options: Look for campsites with safe water access. 3 Day Nature Effect in the Smoky Mountains offers proximity to the Nolichucky River. "I love how close the Appalachian Trail is to this property. This is the perfect place to unplug and relax. For an additional fee, you can have your kayak or canoe shuttled to and from the Nolichucky River," notes Ashley F.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Pay attention to site dimensions when booking. "Sites were right on top of one another and extremely crowded—felt like a tailgating party in a parking lot," warns Karin P. about overcrowded conditions at some campgrounds.

Utility considerations: Full-hookup availability varies between campgrounds. At Riverpark Campground, "all sites have full hookups including premium cable television. Base Wi-Fi is available as part of your site fee, but if you plan to stream videos or need faster internet, it is available for an additional fee," explains Gregg G.

Access roads: Some campgrounds have challenging approach roads. "If pulling a camper, don't follow the Bearden sign, go to Linville to get on the parkway and go left. This way you will avoid the steep curvy road going up a mountain," advises an experienced camper about accessing Spacious Skies Bear Den.

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