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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Harrison, TN

1,409 Reviews

Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground's fenced dog park provides a welcome space for pets to run off-leash after a day of exploring. Harrison Bay State Park, Chester Frost Park, and Holiday Travel Park all maintain pet-friendly policies throughout their camping areas, with designated pet exercise areas at several locations. The campgrounds accommodate various camping styles including tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and pet-friendly cabins. Most parks enforce standard leash requirements when pets are outside designated exercise areas. Raccoon Mountain's dog park includes agility equipment and a small dog ramp, making it particularly popular among campers traveling with active dogs. The cats that roam Raccoon Mountain Campground are friendly but campers should monitor pets around these resident felines.

Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA features a dog park complete with slides and playground equipment specifically designed for dogs, offering a unique amenity rarely found at standard campgrounds. Trails around several campgrounds provide additional exercise opportunities for leashed pets. Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA maintains primitive camping areas adjacent to their dog park, allowing tent campers with pets easy access to off-leash areas. During summer months, the swimming areas remain off-limits to pets, but numerous water access points along Chickamauga Lake provide alternatives for dogs that enjoy swimming. Campground stores typically stock basic pet supplies, though bringing specialty foods or medications is recommended as veterinary services require a short drive into Chattanooga. The raccoons at Harrison Bay State Park are particularly persistent, requiring secure food storage to prevent unwanted wildlife encounters with pets.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Harrison, Tennessee (171)

    1. Harrison Bay State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 344-6214

    $22 - $28 / night

    "We live only 5 Miles from Harrison Bay State Park. We stayed in the Tent camping area recently."

    "Campground A has the roomy, level lots and B has right narrow lots that are very uneven with a plethora of trees around."

    2. Chester Frost Park

    35 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 842-0177

    $21 - $30 / night

    "Tons of room to walk and play. Great swimming and fishing. Boating is huge here Bc there are docks all around the campground to pull up to. Playgrounds everywhere."

    "They have a frisbee golf course, playgrounds, walking trails, beach, easy access to the water and fields to start up any activity you desire. We read about uneven campsite but ours was pretty flat."

    3. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    43 Reviews
    Lookout Mountain, TN
    16 miles
    +1 (423) 821-9403

    $55 - $56 / night

    "Having the dog park close by was a bonus. We would definitely stay here again."

    "It is unique as well, in that there is a cavern entrance right on site."

    4. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    183 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 657-4050

    $10 - $270 / night

    "Hiked 13 miles trails are clean and taken care of. Staff helpful and friendly. My dog loved it. Pet friendly. Very nice camp ground for camping in tent."

    "Most sites are a reasonable distance from the bathroom and parking lot. Sites further from both are more private."

    5. Holiday Travel Park

    20 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 891-9766

    $36 - $105 / night

    "Nice dog park. Very clean laundry facilities. Wish we had time to stay a few days. Definitely recommend."

    "Pet friendly. Big rig friendly. Clean. Dog play yard. Near interstate."

    6. Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    16 Reviews
    Mcdonald, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 472-8928

    $55 / night

    "Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground."

    "I should have gotten one of their little cabins...they look cozy and they are right next to the primitive camping."

    7. Skull Island

    6 Reviews
    Soddy-Daisy, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 350-6053

    $39 - $47 / night

    "You cant beat waterfront and being able to step outside your tent and see water. What also loved was that I didn't feel crammed by other people."

    "Seemed to be a lot of locals, which were good to talk with about what to do in the other nearby parks. Shady campsites but open and not too private."

    8. Prentice Cooper State Forest Dispersed

    14 Reviews
    Signal Mountain, TN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 658-5551

    "We drove for what felt like 20 miles down a well kept unpaved road from the entrance but I think it reality was only 5.5 miles."

    "You can definitely get lost driving around or hiking. If you're looking for a quiet place to camp near Chattanooga this is it."

    9. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    145 Reviews
    Spencer, TN
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 881-5298

    $8 - $32 / night

    "Our site was surrounded by trees and felt very private."

    "The Tennessee countryside is an enjoyable backdrop to this meandering road trip and you are very close to several other excellent Tennessee SPs."

    10. Hawkins Pointe RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, GA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 820-6757

    $60 - $63 / night

    "Close to everything. Racing just down the street. That’s a positive or negative. On the nights they are racing you hear I’m the cars at the track."

    "Does have very nice place to walk, dog park/wash,corn hole, fire pit with two chairs to use. We loved it there. Check the price. Pull thru sites with picnic table."

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  • Lance H.
    Jul. 22, 2018

    Harrison Bay State Park Campground

    Great place beautiful park on the TN River / Chickamauga Lake

    We live only 5 Miles from Harrison Bay State Park. We stayed in the Tent camping area recently. Lots of shade and one bath house with four separate shower / rest room combos, air conditioned as well. the tent spaces are large enough for one to two vehicles + your tent / gear. this was the tent area so there are no electric or water in site as to be expected. $ was very reasonable. there is also lots of trails and a great little camp store. playgrounds, swimming pool and SUP rentals just outside the park Entrance. The Raccoons are relentless don’t leave any food out and be sure you have good strong storage containers. they are fun to watch though. also there is a great restaurant, Dockside cafe in the park by the boat ramp. excellent food every time we eat there. lots of boat trailer parking just above the boat ramp. staff always very friendly and helpful.

  • D
    Sep. 11, 2021

    Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    Clean, Quiet, Friendly

    Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground. Some very nice private sites and none of the sites except maybe a few look very small or tight- pretty spread out. Lots of tent sites. You definitely hear the highway here, but not a big concern for us. Pet friendly with a very nice dog park. Pool for the kids. Playground is little more than a residential style wood swingset, but it kept the kids entertained.

  • 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.

  • Missy C.
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Hawkins Pointe RV Park

    Close to highway

    Close to everything. Racing just down the street. That’s a positive or negative. On the nights they are racing you hear I’m the cars at the track. There are no amenities but they do have a fenced dog park. The sites aren’t bad there’s just no shrubs or trees or anything. It’s just really good gravel and some grass and a picnic table. The people in the office are really nice and helpful. If you need work on your rig, there are lots of places real close by as well as camping world. 

  • Carolin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 30, 2024

    Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA

    Great place!

    Quiet campground tucked away on Lookout Mountain, with super friendly and helpful staff. The campground is very well maintained, has a large pool, playground and giant in-ground bounce ballon for the kids, and a fenced in dog park complete with slides and playground equipment for dogs! There is a walking trails around the campground. The bathroom\shower house was impressive to say the least, very clean and renovated.

  • Jaime W.
    Nov. 30, 2019

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Nice campground

    We enjoyed our stay at Raccoon Mountain. Sites were a good size. Not right on top of each other. The caverns were pretty cool. Having the dog park close by was a bonus. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Ted N.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 15, 2023

    411 River Rest Campground

    Great Facilities

    Campground is next to SR 411. Excellent facilities and staff. We stayed for 3 days and had an enjoyable time. Fished in the pond played corn hole. Ran our dogs every day at the dog park. Will definitely head up there again

  • Malaney H.
    Aug. 29, 2018

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Beautiful Park in the Mountains

    This campground is beautiful in the middle of the mountains. It is unique as well, in that there is a cavern entrance right on site. You are able to do a quick 45 minute knowledge tour or you can do a muddy tour, which is longer and takes you further into the cavern.

    There are RV and tent sites available as well as large group sites. The bathhouse a nice size and very well kept. There is also a laundry facility on site, which is nice for those the want to go in the mud rooms on the long tour. There are two different stores, one is for the camping reservations, and the other is for the caverns. They are doing renovations, so the cavern store is in a little trailer right now (August 2018).

    The people were very nice and helpful. We stayed during the rainy season, so the lady in charge that day, made sure to drive around and warn us that in an emergency situation, we would either go in the cave for shelter, or the bathhouse, which is made of brick. It was nice to know she cared so much to drive to each site and warn us. Luckily, we only got a small shower the next morning, so we had no weather issues.

    Lastly, and very important to us, was the on site dog park. My dog was very happy to run and chase her ball off of a leash. Its large and well maintained with a small dog ramp inside.

    Side note, there are about 12 cats that roam the facility. The are very friendly and will not hesitate to jump in your car or trailer so keep an eye out for them!!

  • C
    Mar. 17, 2022

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Nice camp site, very convenient to Chattanooga

    Nice site, great staff, bathrooms were clean. Spaces were a little tight, but not terrible. Dog park was great for our dog to run around off leash for a while.

Guide to Harrison

If you're looking for a great spot to camp with your furry friends near Harrison, Tennessee, there are several pet-friendly campgrounds that offer a variety of amenities and activities for both you and your pets.

Pet owners like the amenities at these campgrounds

Tips for camping with dogs near Harrison

  • Always keep your dog on a leash while exploring the beautiful trails at Marion County Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially when visiting Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA, where you can enjoy outdoor activities and playtime.
  • Make use of the dog parks available at places like Hawkins Pointe RV Park to let your pet socialize and burn off some energy.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include these great options

  • The Holiday Travel Park is known for its friendly staff and clean facilities, making it a welcoming spot for you and your pet.
  • Running Water Creek Campground offers a secluded experience with a creek running through the property, perfect for a peaceful getaway with your dog.
  • Skull Island provides waterfront campsites where you can enjoy the beauty of nature alongside your pet, making it a memorable camping experience.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Harrison, TN is Harrison Bay State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 56 reviews.

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