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Best Campgrounds near Greeneville, TN

1,784 Reviews

Eastern Tennessee's rolling hills and river valleys around Greeneville feature a mix of state parks, private campgrounds, and recreation areas that accommodate various camping styles. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground in nearby Limestone offers year-round camping with full hookup sites for RVs and designated tent areas, situated along the scenic Nolichucky River. Within Greeneville proper, Horse Creek Recreation Area provides more rustic camping from May through October, while Old Forge Recreation Area offers primitive sites with basic amenities. Several private operations like Lazy Llama Campground and Around Pond RV Park supplement these public options with additional amenities for both tent and RV campers, creating a spectrum of experiences from basic to full-service.

Seasonal considerations affect campground operations throughout the region, with some facilities like Horse Creek and Old Forge Recreation Areas closing during winter months. The area experiences typical Appalachian climate patterns with humid summers and mild winters, though higher elevations can see significant temperature drops. As one camper at Davy Crockett noted, "Beautiful view of Nolichucky River, large swimming pool, and super clean bath houses." Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds, with many of the more remote locations having limited or no coverage. Most established campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and fall color season when tourism peaks.

Riverside camping receives consistently positive reviews from visitors to the area, with the Nolichucky River being a central feature at several campgrounds. Campers frequently mention the clean facilities at Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park, which also offers historical programming and family-friendly activities. According to one reviewer, the park has "lots of pull-through spaces for larger campers and small ones as well." For those seeking more seclusion, Old Forge Recreation Area provides a quieter experience with fewer amenities but more natural surroundings. The proximity to the Appalachian Trail and Great Smoky Mountains National Park (about an hour away) makes Greeneville a strategic base camp for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the broader region.

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Best Camping Sites Near Greeneville, Tennessee (387)

    1. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground

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

    $14 - $32 / night

    "Large swimming pool, TONS of historical events around, hiking & river walks. Super clean and new bath houses as well. Honors Tennessee state discounts. If possible make reservations online."

    "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. Baileyton KOA Holiday

    15 Reviews
    Ducktown, TN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 234-4992

    "Conveniently located close to highway 81 and town!"

    "Even though it's very close to the interstate, it was very quiet. We had a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring."

    3. Hot Springs Campground

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

    "With mountains in the distance and the constant rush of the French Broad River, the setting is awesome. Even the occasional train whistle gives me a feeling of nostalgia and of simple days."

    "The bathhouse (clean private showers and private bathrooms) was a 1/4 mile walk from our spot, but a Porta John was close by. Our particular spot had a lot of shade and easy access to the river."

    4. Horse Creek Recreation Area

    5 Reviews
    Afton, TN
    11 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "Having both RV and tent campgrounds, each with large fire pits and lantern stands, this peaceful creekside setting lies just beyond low mountain farms in the northern part of Greene County Tennessee."

    "Nice trails."

    5. Around Pond RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Greeneville, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 234-0229

    "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."

    "Close to highway."

    6. Share the farm

    2 Reviews
    Greeneville, TN
    10 miles
    +1 (423) 273-6021

    $55 / night

    7. Lazy Llama Campground

    2 Reviews
    Chuckey, TN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 330-5665

    $48 - $52 / night

    8. Kinser Park

    1 Review
    Greeneville, TN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 639-5912

    9. Old Forge Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Afton, TN
    10 miles
    Website

    $7 / night

    "Good trails along the rolling hills and creeks. Very simple rustic site with very little facilities. Pros: very wooded and private large campsites, babbling creek, outhouses."

    10. Cosby Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    70 Reviews
    Cosby, TN
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 487-2683

    $50 / night

    "Drive in is a nice paved road, got our information on where our sites where from the Camp Host, Who was super informative."

    "Cosby is about half an hour outside of Gatlinburg and worth every minute.

    A16 was big and shady. There were a few steps down to it. Plenty of trees and distance to the nearest neighbors."

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  • Shane N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Camp Stonefly

    Great small peacefully time

    Me and wife passing through. Stayed over weekend loved it

  • Gary S.
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Lake Haven Family Campground

    Stayed for the Location, Left because of the Owners

    As a retired Air Force couple with over five years of experience as full-time RVers, we have stayed at countless campgrounds across the country. We selected Lake Haven for an extended stay this past July while searching for a permanent home in the Lake Watauga area, drawn by its advertisement for year-round availability. The location is excellent, and our site was level with full hookups, a nice picnic table, and a fire pit. Maneuvering into the spot was also straightforward, despite some large boulders. Two concerns: no owners or host(s) onsite and the entrance/exits can be quite dangerous- each located on a curve. We really wanted to love this campground, but the positive aspects were completely overshadowed by the unprofessional behavior of the owners. The tone was set when we received a campground-wide text message asking“Please, for our sake, when away from your camper, set your AC temp to something reasonable(75 is what I use at my house when not home), to help us save on electricity”. While we understand the concern for costs, the request felt invasive. Then it got personal. In the first week of August, our daughter and her family were renting the on-site(3 bed/3 bath) Airbnb, and after she inquired about more toilet paper, one of the owners came to our RV site to confront us about it. We were shocked that a necessity for a rental guest was treated as a major issue, and the confrontational approach was completely uncalled for and made us feel extremely uncomfortable. To make matters worse, we later learned from other campers that the owners had been gossiping about our family and our stay. This was a major violation of our privacy and fostered a deeply unwelcoming atmosphere. While the physical campground has potential, we cannot recommend it. Feeling safe and respected is essential when you are camping, and due to the owners’ intrusive and unprofessional behavior, we decided to seek out another campground.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Camp Margaritaville RV Resort & Lodge

    Beautiful grounds if you feel like splurging

    It is an absolutely beautiful campground with an awesome club house and a ton to do. The pool and lazy river are heated. Honestly though you really need to want to splurge to justify staying here because you are still camping if that makes sense.

    Also the trolley “system” is super confusing and the front desk knows nothing about it lol

    Our site is great. It is right across the road from the playground without having to pay for a family site.

  • Robert N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Campfire Lodgings

    Tent camping

    Tent camping sites are walk in, down hill, obviously thar means hauling your stuff out uphill when you leave. RVers have a great view from the ridge top. But a difficult day camping is far better than any day at work.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Panther Creek State Park Campground

    Panther creek camping

    I had a very cute camp spot up in the woods away from the road it was number 50 it was so cute and quieter than the rest of the spots. It also had two fire pits one up by the tent area and one down by the picnic table

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Baileyton KOA Holiday

    Nice overnight stop

    We are headed from Atlanta to Fredericksburg VA for a wedding. This is a very nice place for an overnight stop, probably one of the nicest for a KOA. Very clean and tidy campground. Mostly level, gravel sites. But some grass between sites! Some shade. Full hookups. Clean bathroom & shower. Pool, playground, driving range, big water slide. The internet is VERY slow. Also lots of road noise from I-81. Gift shop & convenient store in office. We’ve taken our travel trailer to 48 states, and have found KOAs generally convenient, but not much more. This place is definitely above average

  • Robert B.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    FR472 & Black Mountain Campground Closed

    FR 472 is closed at the Golf Course and there are hefty fines if you are caught walking beyond the gate.  Black Mountain Campground was destroyed by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.  The bridge across the S. Toe River was broken and washed out.  The water system is also destroyed as well as the road network in the campground.  There have been no announcements by the Forest Service about plans to repair the facility and, after a year, my guess is that there never will be.

  • A
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Triple Creek Campground

    Would recommend!

    It got only for stars because I can hear traffic from my campsite.
    I was next to a brook, under a paw paw tree. It was safe, very friendly. The bath and shower house were clean and very nice for tent camping! Laundry room, firewood delivery.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Around Pond RV Park

    Very nice stop over campground

    Stayed for one night as a stop over on our trip home. Easiest check in we have ever had. 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. Took us right to our spot which was a full hook up pull through. Site was gravel and completely level. A lot of full time campers here but that doesn’t bother us at all. Nice little pond to walk the dogs around or just sit and relax. There is no store or pool but we never use those anyway. There is a laundry on site and a good size area with grills and picnic tables to use if you want. Sure it’s not a KOA with all the amenities but for a stop over or even a few day stay it’s fine. And ONLY $39 a night ! Btw KOA right down the road wouldn’t accept our reservation because they require a 2 night minimum.

Guide to Greeneville

Camping near Greeneville, Tennessee, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene campgrounds nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains to family-friendly sites with plenty of activities, there’s something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails around campgrounds like Elkmont Campground. One camper mentioned, "We did one of our hikes from our site—the Little River Trail to Cucumber Gap, and it was beautiful."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, such as Davidson River Campground, are close to rivers and lakes. A reviewer noted, "There is a nice swimming hole at camp and the bathhouses are well kept."
  • Wildlife Viewing: Campgrounds like Smokemont Campground are great for spotting wildlife. One visitor shared, "I love all the elk and other wildlife."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and amenities. A visitor at Greenbrier Campground said, "The bathrooms were amazing and the site had okay Verizon cell service."
  • Natural Beauty: Many campgrounds are surrounded by stunning landscapes. A reviewer at Lake Powhatan mentioned, "My adventure was quiet and full of stars at night."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA offer plenty for families. One camper noted, "The campground is very close to everything, and it has all the amenities you'd need."

What you should know:

  • Privacy Concerns: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Cosby Campground mentioned, "The sites were cramped with little privacy."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have showers or electric hookups. A visitor at Smokemont Campground pointed out, "No running water at the campsite, but plenty of water spouts around."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Bears are common in the area. One camper at Elkmont Campground shared, "An assertive mother bear and her three cubs showed up at dinner time."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. A family at Asheville East KOA enjoyed, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, and fishing."
  • Space for Tents: Choose campgrounds with larger sites for more room. A camper at Bear Den Family Campground noted, "The staff are super friendly and helpful."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check if the campground has food options. One visitor at Anchor Down RV Resort mentioned, "They have a little food truck if you want."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Asheville East KOA said, "It was extremely tight for navigating, parking, and camping."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds are near roads or have train tracks. A camper at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA noted, "The water went out several times over the 5 days we spent here."
  • Use Amenities Wisely: Take advantage of the campground facilities. A visitor at Anchor Down RV Resort shared, "This is an exceptional campground with great flat, concrete pads."

Camping near Greeneville, Tennessee, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great choice for families and outdoor lovers alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find tent camping sites near Greeneville, TN?

Tent campers near Greeneville have several excellent options. Nolichucky Gorge Campground is situated right on the Nolichucky River just off I-26 near Erwin, offering a quaint setting with gravel pads in a secluded location. For a more remote experience, Little Oak Campground is about an hour away but provides a peaceful retreat that feels secluded. This hidden gem requires a 7-mile trek off the main road but rewards campers with one of East Tennessee's loveliest camping experiences, especially in spring when you might have the place to yourself.

Is there a KOA campground in Greeneville, TN?

There is currently no KOA (Kampgrounds of America) campground directly in Greeneville, TN. The closest KOA locations are in the surrounding region, including options near the Great Smoky Mountains. For Greeneville camping, consider alternatives like Around Pond RV Park which offers drive-in access with reservable sites, water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. Other local options include Share the Farm and Lazy Llama Campground, both offering different amenities and experiences while staying near Greeneville.

Are there lake campsites available near Greeneville, TN?

Yes, lake camping options are available near Greeneville. Anchor Down RV Resort is situated on Douglas Lake with stunning Smoky Mountain views. It's widely regarded as one of Tennessee's premier campgrounds with plenty of activities, lake fishing, and scenic vistas. Kinser Park offers another lake camping option with boat-in and drive-in access, reservable sites, and basic amenities like water and toilets. Both provide excellent opportunities to enjoy waterfront camping with different levels of amenities to suit various camping styles.

How far is Greeneville, TN from Gatlinburg?

Greeneville, TN is approximately 70 miles from Gatlinburg, with a driving time of about 1.5 hours via I-81 S and US-411 S. This makes it possible to visit attractions like Cosby Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park as a day trip. Cosby provides a great base near Gatlinburg with paved road access and nearby amenities. Alternatively, Fox Fire Riverside Campground offers riverside sites in the Smoky Mountains region, allowing you to enjoy the natural beauty of East Tennessee while having access to both Greeneville and Gatlinburg areas.

What are the best campgrounds near Greeneville, TN?

Several excellent campgrounds are located near Greeneville. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground offers pull-through sites for various camper sizes with beautiful views of the Nolichucky River, a swimming pool, and historical attractions. Another great option is Horse Creek Recreation Area, which provides drive-in access with reservable sites, water, and toilet facilities. For those seeking a more secluded experience, Old Forge Recreation Area offers a quieter setting with basic amenities. Each campground provides unique experiences from historical immersion to scenic natural settings.

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