Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Greenback, TN

Are you in need of a campground near Greenback, TN? Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Greenback, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Find the best campgrounds near Greenback, TN. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Greenback, Tennessee (283)

    1. Cades Cove Campground

    98 Reviews
    Townsend, TN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 448-4103

    $30 / night

    "You can easily bike through the loop, or drive. Nice spot to see wildlife as well. Cades Cove is well known for spotting bears, deer and turkey."

    "Pros:

    • beautiful and scenic
    • Near great trails
    • lots of wildlife - saw a bear!"

    2. Abrams Creek Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    24 Reviews
    Tallassee, TN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 448-4103

    $30 / night

    "We were in site 11, nice but next to a group site so a little louder than I like. There are trails near by but I was unable to experience. Bear boxes and trash bins. Centrally located water."

    "Sites are close to one another, but arranged great. My family of 5 had plenty of room for two tents, chairs, picnic tables, etc."

    3. Yarberry Campground

    14 Reviews
    Lenoir City, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 986-3993

    "Yarberry Campground is a gated lakefront campground and day use area located on Tellico Lake, not far from the Fort Loudon Dam."

    "We rented a pontoon boat for four hours and had a great time exploring the lake. Highly recommend this campground if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the larger campgrounds."

    4. Indian Boundary

    28 Reviews
    Tallassee, TN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 253-8400

    $20 / night

    "The 3.5 mile trail around the lake is a good little walk for the dogs. Highly recommend this campground."

    "The lake is great for kayaking and swimming, with an easy trail around the perimeter. The gorgeous Cherohala Skyway is very close by (highly recommend!)."

    5. Melton Hill Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

    29 Reviews
    Lenoir City, TN
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 361-0436

    $18 - $31 / night

    "We really enjoyed Milton Hill dam, very friendly people , well stocked store, easy access to swimming and fishing and full hook up sites if you want them."

    "We made a last minute trip to Melton Hill that was very conveniently located just outside of Knoxville. The campsite offers several options for camping along the water or in the woods."

    6. Look Rock Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    14 Reviews
    Maryville, TN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 436-1261

    $30 - $36 / night

    "There is a state campground near the base, but it was crowded and noisy. Unfortunately I've been informed this campground is no longer in operation, so sad."

    "This place has so many gorgeous camping spits and hiking trails! In the fall there is just so many different hues of oranges reds and yellows"

    7. Lotterdale Cove Campground

    6 Reviews
    Greenback, TN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 776-0720

    $26 - $48 / night

    "Very nice and beautiful quiet place Beautiful lake. And sunsets too and pet are welcome Just a little bit of heaven ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️"

    "Would have been nice to have, but  the view being right next to the lake made up for it four-fold. "

    8. Elkmont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    123 Reviews
    Gatlinburg, TN
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 430-5560

    $30 / night

    "Pets are allowed in the campground, but not on the trails.

    This campground has great access to hiking and fishing, as well as wildlife viewing."

    "I had the most fantastic campsite right next to the river in Elkmont."

    9. Cades Cove Group Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    27 Reviews
    Townsend, TN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 448-4103

    $50 - $94 / night

    "My dog and I enjoyed 4 nights here. The sites are well spaced and the tent pad is even. The bathrooms could use an update but I was just happy they’re flush toilets! There are no showers."

    "There is a camp store with firewood (you are required to buy it from an authorized location!). Nice roomy campsites, but not as much plant cover as at Elkmont in my experience."

    10. Toqua Beach Campground

    3 Reviews
    Vonore, TN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 884-3317

    $49 - $69 / night

    "This is a very clean, gated campground located right on the lake with available boat slips to rent during your stay. This is a very open campground with very few trees."

    "But with that being said the lake is beautiful. We didn't see the beach till the last day we were there unfortunately. But it look like an awesome area. There is a Beach area with volleyball."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Greenback, TN

2137 Reviews of 283 Greenback Campgrounds


  • Mary D.
    Sep. 18, 2019

    Sweetwater KOA

    Great owners make all the difference!

    Convenient location just off Interstate 75. Quiet wooded area with plenty of activities for the kids. Swimming pool, fishing pond, playground, jump pad. We don't have pets, but there is a small dog park area. Lots of planned weekend activities. Bathrooms are very clean and well-maintained. My husband is disabled and we are very appreciative of the separate handicap facilities. You don't have that in a lot of campgrounds. We like the sites best towards the front of the park close to the pool. The owners are very hands-on and involved and you can tell. We have camped all over the country but this is our favorite local getaway when we have a free weekend.

  • Nate H.
    Sep. 30, 2020

    Greenbrier Campground

    Best Around

     Greenbriar campground is located in Pittman Center, west of Gatlinburg, adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains. The campground is certainly one of the nicest camping spots I’ve n the area. The campground is very large, and has multiple camping options. They have tent and rv spots, as well as cabins, but I also saw some teepee style tent cabins. The campground is very wooded, so you feel like you are getting a legitimate Smoky Mountain camping experience. The pigeon river runs through the campground, and is great for fishing, or swimming/tubing in summer. There is a dog park also, and the campground is pet friendly. This campground has so many things to do, and it is very popular, so if you want to camp here, I would suggest booking early, because spots are booked months in advance. The campground is very quiet at night, with just the sounds of nature. There is a camp store, with firewood, and you’ll want to enjoy a campfire, even in the middle of summer. I Highly recommend Greenbriar Campground for camping in the Smokies.

  • Lori H.
    Jun. 15, 2020

    Escapees Raccoon Valley RV Park

    True RV park right off 1-75

    Raccoon Valley RV park is literally just an RV park. The park was very clean and well maintained, and would be a nice place to park for a night as part of a longer trip. The RV park is just right off 1-75, just north of Knoxville, so it would be easy to hop on and off the interstate. The property is just a large gravel parking lot, with a few trees scattered throughout. Not really my kind of camping, but nearly all the spots were full.

    The park has a large laundry facility, and a dog park for people traveling/camping with pets. I did see some benches located in the perimeter of the property in shady spots for relaxing.

    I assume some of the guests are long term residents, but the sites were all so neat and clean, without built on structures and such that I’ve seen at most places. This RV park will be perfect for some!

  • Candy H.
    Jun. 5, 2021

    Crossville / I-40 KOA

    Nice KOA

    Lots of green grass. The dog park is very well kept. There is a road close by but not a major freeway. It’s one of the quieter KOA’s I have stayed at. Pool is small but very clean. The store is well stocked and you can get hand dipped ice cream.

  • Michael L.
    Sep. 6, 2019

    Murphy/Peace Valley KOA

    Good Location and Friendly Staff

    Campground was well maintained and easy to find. The owner was around all weekend working on the place and being generally friendly. Facilities were clean and in good shape. Massive dog park.

  • Jeremy K.
    Sep. 5, 2022

    Clinton-Knoxville North KOA

    Nice little campground

    We stayed here one night passing through to our next destination. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Had a pull through site. Sites were a little close, but it was to be expected being a travel stop for most.
    They had a playground, horseshoes, cornhole, volleyball, and a dog park. They also had laundry, and a nice little game room.
    Bathhouses were super clean.
    There was a Mexican restaurant and a Shoneys witching walking distance, however the Mexican is closed on Sundays.

  • Anne H.
    May. 22, 2018

    Camp Riverslanding

    AWESOME Bathrooms!

    Camp Riverslanding along the the Little Pigeon River is small, but has great appeal. Located right by Parkway, it has easy access to plenty of things to do. The bathrooms are outstanding, located in the same building as the laundry, there are several private bathroom/shower rooms, decorated nice and very clean. Garbage is picked up at your camp site every day. There is a pool, bounce pad, game room, and dog park. Our campsite located right on the river, had full hookups, a fire pit, a picnic table, and the ability to fish or tube along the river.

  • Stephanie H.
    Jun. 25, 2022

    The Ridge Outdoor Resort

    New resort

    Everything is new. We stayed by the dog park and it was convenient. We missed the lazy river due to them closing it for landscaping. However the circle of the lazy river appeared small. They also opened a deli by the fishing pond.

  • Dusty W.
    Apr. 25, 2020

    Clabough's Campground

    Great location

    Beautiful location on the creek. It's near everything in Pigeon Forge but feels much more secluded. The thing that makes this campground stand out are the ducks. There are ducks everywhere. They will walk right up to your camper door and wait for you. They will eat out of your hand as well. Amenities include dog park, swimming pool, game room, and lazy river. There were alot of of renovations going on here when we went (during Covid-19). The place is going to look amazing when completed. One problem with this place is that it seems to have too much gravel and not enough grass. Alot of campsites don't have any grass at all. There are some dog bag stations throughout. Some pot holes too. I would suggest some repaving next.


Guide to Greenback

Explore the great outdoors with your furry friends at some of the best pet-friendly camping spots near Greenback, Tennessee. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities that cater to both you and your pets.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Greenback

  • At Cades Cove Campground, you can enjoy scenic bike rides along the Cades Cove Loop, where you might spot wildlife alongside your pet.
  • Melton Hill Dam Campground features a peaceful environment perfect for leisurely walks with your dog along the water's edge.
  • Yarberry Campground offers access to the water for boating and recreation, making it a great spot for a fun day out with your pet.

Tips for camping with dogs near Greenback

  • Always keep your dog leashed at Look Rock Campground to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially when visiting Indian Boundary, where amenities may be limited.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet to maintain the natural beauty of Abrams Creek Campground and keep the area enjoyable for everyone.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

  • Cades Cove Group Campground allows pets and provides a spacious area for group camping, perfect for family gatherings with your furry companions.
  • Whispering River RV Resort features a clean environment and a half-mile trail along the river, ideal for walks with your dog.
  • Mountaineer Campground offers river access and a family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great choice for camping with pets.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Greenback, TN is Cades Cove Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 98 reviews.

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