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The Best Tent Camping in Tennessee

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Knoxville

The Best Tent Camping Near Knoxville, Tennessee

Your Camp site is nestled in a shady spot looking out into untamed woodlands.

This is neigborhood camping at its best!



We are located in the beautiful foothills of the Smoky mountains close to many attractions and scenic drives.

Quiet area-lots of birdsong.



Good paved roads leading directly to the house and you can park at the site.



10x16 platform for your larger tent or 2 smaller ones. (yard on slope so you'll want to use the platform)



Grill on deck for charcoal/wood cooking or camp fire.



Hot water shower, toilet and sink



Coffee maker, Grill & Utensils available. Coolers available for use (ice at Dollar General 1/2 mile away)



Motorcycles welcome



Pets welcome as long you take care to clean up after them.



Perfectly situated to some of the best scenic and fun roads East Tennessee has to offer for motorcyclists and anyone who loves curvy roads.



5 miles to Foothills Parkway



20 fun miles to the Tail of the dragon (Moutain pass road leading to the NC border)



30 min to Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park for hiking/horseback riding/fishing



Gatlingburg/ Pigeon Forge/Dollywood approx 1 hour



5 miles away - 15 miles of paved Greenway trail for walking and bicycle riding.



35 min to great hiking trails



7 min to town of Maryville -Restaurants, movies, shopping etc



30 min to Knoxviille



20 min to Smoky Mountain Harley Davidson



10 min to Public golf course



20 miles to Fishing with tour info avail.



1/2 mile to a Dollar General-for any supplies you may need



Waterfalls all within daytrips



Expert route planning (we know all the fun roads -named and un-named)



We don't drink alcohol at all. We don't mind a little beer or wine, but we ask that you do not drink to inebriation. MJ is illegal in Tennessee, so we ask that you don't smoke here. Cigarette smoking ok. This is a quiet neighborhood so we ask that you keep you conversation to normal levels after 10pm.



Firearms - No recreational firearm use is allowed on the property.



Camp Birdsong

Find your balance at the height of adventure in the Equilibrium Escape! This unique site offers you the best of both worlds with the conveniences all campers appreciate but the rugged, super private experience only the great outdoors can give you! The site sits ontop of a ridge that has an elevation just over 1100ft and as you can imagine the views & serenity are outstanding! Besides being the ulitmate & absolute private site the abundance of wildlife will keep you amazed and thrilled, from Owls to Bobcat, Deer, Coyote, Fox and Hawks not to mention the variety of musical birds, your senses will take its own adventure just on all you hear. This site has multiple trails that level up and down throughout which will have markers to guide you through your hiking experience. A generous private firepit that offers the ability to enjoy primitive cooking and Forest Bartop that allows you to have a drink, eat your meal while overlooking treetops and the edge of the ridge. Although in the distance some road noise will be heard here and there or the Farmers dog give a bark, the seclusion of this forest jungle and cool breeze that gently passes through the trees will drown out all the background noise. If you are looking for the next level up in a camping experience that allows for you to TRULY unplug, unwind and recenter, The Equilibrium Escape is your next booking. This is an exclusive site that books only 15 nights a month and when you are here, you are the ONLY campers. You have a private span of nearly 8 acres.

Please also note that your camp is actually on our Farm, therefore why we affectionately refer to it as 'The Farmers Forest'. We are true Farm to Table Cultivators that offer more than a point of sale or just production. We enjoy educating those who really want to learn how to manage livestock, compost, Forage for edibles and also have proper infrastructure. Private tours include a hike through the farm, meet and greets with our Animals with being informed of the care & husbandry of each stock and feel free to bring your camera, the Farmer here happens to be pretty good with photography. The memories from the Full experience of the Farmpsite you will not only enjoy, but also gain more practical knowledge to carry with you into the future. Please note, you're in the country. So cell service can be very spotty. US Cellular works great, AT&T and Teen Mobile sometimes can be 50/50.....Verizon will just plain not impress you.



The Farmers Forest 

We are your premier Clinton, Tennessee Campground, conveniently located off I-75. It’s just beyond your campsite but you’d hardly know it at this peaceful campground in eastern Tennessee. Come visit us today!

Knoxville Campground is open year round

\*\*Hours of Operation: \*\*

All Kiefer Campgrounds are open 24 hours a day. Our registration office and store hours vary depending on season. Site deliveries will be made only during open office/store hours. Night check-in is available anytime the office is closed and you can reserve online 24 hours a day.

**Campground Policies:**

1. Parents and visitors are responsible for the conduct of their children while on the premises. Children must be at their campsite during quiet hours which are 10pm to 7am. An adult must accompany small children when using the restrooms or while in the game room.
2. Use existing campfire rings only. Do not move fire rings. Do not burn or put trash in fire rings. No outside wood is allowed inside the campground.
3. There are no tents allowed on RV sites.
4. There is only one tent allowed per tent site.
5. Please place all garbage in the trash dumpster located across the parking lot from the office.
6. No dirt bikes, ATV’s, or mini-bikes ridden in the campground.
7. RV/vehicle washing is not permitted in the campground.
8. Our campground is not responsible for accidents resulting in injury to guests and/or damages to their property, or for the loss of valuables of any kind.
9. Do not run generators in the park.
10. Internet access is provided as a free service to our guests; however, we are not responsible for any damages to files, hardware, or any other problems that may occur as a result of your usage. Outages can and do occur. In the event of an outage, every attempt will be made to restore internet service as quickly as possible.
11. Do not damage trees in any way.
12. No lines stretched between trees or across camp sites.
13. Anyone not abiding by the campground rules will be asked to leave with no refund.
14. The office reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.
15. All campsites will be paid for in advance at the time of registration.



**Pool Policy:**

The pool is open Memorial Day through Labor Day from 9:00 a.m. to dusk. There is no lifeguard on duty. State law requires that anyone (15) fifteen years old or younger be accompanied by a guardian of (21) twenty-one years of age or older while in and/or around a pool area. Therefore, we will ask any children swimming without an appropriate guardian to leave the pool and pool area. We put your child’s safety above all else, and we hope you agree with us. We also must stipulate the following while in the pool area: NO smoking, NO pets, NO food nor drinks, and NO diving and/or running for safety purposes.

**Golf Cart Policy:**

We now allow privately owned golf carts on our properties! All drivers must be 18 years or older with a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. All drivers must sign a liability waiver before using their cart on property. The owner of the cart is financially responsible for any damage caused by their cart to the campground property or any other camper’s property on the grounds.

**Pet Policy:**

We love pets! We welcome all non-aggressive pets that visit us on a leash with their owner attached. Please remember that others walk where you and your pet walk, so please pick up what they leave behind. If we all do our part, no one will be stepping into anything unpleasant. Please keep your pets feeling safe at all times. Pets often do not like being left alone in a strange place or around strange humans and may need your assistance and reassurance.

**Check In/Check Out Policy:**

All campsites will be paid for in advance (at check-in). Check-in time begins at 1:00 p.m. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m. for campsites and 11:00 a.m. for cottages and cabins. If you need a late check-out, please make arrangements with the office.

\*\*Campsite Policy: \*\*

We allow only one (1) camping unit and six people per site. Additional charges will occur for more than two adults per site. Only one passenger vehicle allowed per site. All others are asked to park in the visitors parking. If you have concerns with this guideline, please contact the office.





Knoxville Campground

Great Smoky Mountains and only 4 miles to downtown Gatlinburg you can't get a better location than Camp LeConte are happy to have a family business where they can share the love of nature, mountains and Gatlinburg with all their guests. Ian is a lover of all things outdoors. Mix that with Linzy's style and love of decorating and that's Camp LeConte. A glamorous camping destination where you can stay in a luxury tree house, European safari tent or a retro camper. Bring your own RV or camper and stay in one of our full -hook up sites with 20, 30 and 50 amp service, water, sewer, cable and free wifi. Maybe you are wanting your kids to pitch a real tent (just like you did when you were their age!

Our primitive tent camping sites are located near the back of the property. They are an excellent option for individuals or groups who want to enjoy all the amenities of Camp LeConte but with a bit more of an authentic camping experience rolled in.

The Primitive Sites include areas for tents, but do not include individual electrical service or water. There are water faucets nearby and electric outlets at the Pavilion. Each site does have a fire ring with a grill and a small picnic table.Of course, all the other areas of Camp LeConte are available, such as the climate-controlled bathhouse, salt-water pool, and general store. The Primitive tent sites are just perfect for a small family gathering, a couple's’ getaway, or the solo traveler.

Our RV and Camper sites include 20/30/50 amp electric service, full hook-up water and sewer, cable TV and free wifi. Each site has a concrete patio and picnic table. Some sites have park grills and all sites have fire rings.

Cozy setting in the city limits.

Choice of one of 11 pull-through sites.

​20/30/50 amp electric service.

Night lighting at each site.

Full hook-up water and sewer.

Concrete pad.

Picnic table.

Fire-ring and grill.

Cable television.

ARVC & TNARVC member.

Gatlinburg Trolley Stop on site.

Maximum Lengths:

Motorhome, Bus or Van - 58'

Pull Behind Travel Trailer - 33'



LECONTE CAMPGROUND

We are The Ridge Outdoor Resort, an Upscale Outdoor RV Camping and Glamping Resort, complete with top amenities you would need to have an incredible Vacation Experience in the Great Smoky Mountains.

We offer a destination outdoor camping experience with all the comforts of home, located in the  heart of the Great Smoky Mountains in Sevierville, Tennessee, just 3 miles from Pigeon Forge and Dollywood, and moments from all the area’s Top Shows, Shops and Dining Attractions.

The Ridge Outdoor Resort

Knoxville, Tennessee residential vehicle parking or tent camping. Warm weather outdoor shower with heated water. Access to indoor heated steampunk-designed bathroom with flush toilet and hot/cold water sink. Outdoor 30amp outlet on side of building. Warm (above freezing) city water access hookup. Electric Vehicle charging station. Excellent WIFI access.



Greenman Gardens

A four-acre plot bordered by Burnett Creek. We have multiple creekside, primitive camping spots that are shaded by trees, and adaptable to multiple groups. From the meadow to the creek, life swarms all around. Bees, Butterfly Bush, Milkweed, Otters and more enrich the environment. Potable water and a portable bathroom are on site. The site itself is an easy distance to Downtown Knoxville and even easier access to all that South Knox's Urban Wilderness has to offer. It uniquely offers a hint of backcountry camping without the 25-mile hike in, a great way to test the waters for primitive camping or an easy stop close to the city for a seasoned traveler. Best suited for van, car, bike, tent, and hammock camping without the frills of a KOA. Bookings are for 2 people each to keep it from feeling crowded. If you have more than 2 you will need to book multiple sites.



Low Meadow Farms (formerly Brown Bike Farms)

Inspired by the surrounding landscape, Rocky Meadows is designed to make your visit a unique, comfortable and fun experience. You can choose from a wide variety of locations on the property to set up camp and enjoy the great outdoors of East Tennessee. Rocky Meadows Farm is a beautiful, rural landscape located in Blaine, Tennessee. Formerly the land was used for the cultivation of tobacco, then pastures for grazing cattle. We have now adapted the property to accommodate you with a peaceful camping experience in this history rich area of East Tennessee!

Rocky Meadows Farm is a beautiful, rural landscape located in Blaine, Tennessee. We have 65 acres for you to enjoy during your visit. Our property has about 20 acres of fields and 45 acres of woods.



Rocky Meadows Farm

We are a newly established Lakeside Getaway in east TN on Douglas Lake. We have waterfront access, dock, new concrete boat launch, tent rental, camp site rentals (large and small), pavilion event rental, kayak rental, basic fishing gear rental, float rental, and other attractions.



Lakeside Getaway on Douglas

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Camping near Memphis, TN, offers your pick of settings, whether you want to stay in a neighborhood, by a lake, or close to the forests. The area offers some of the best camping in Tennessee with great biking and hiking on wooded trails. RV campers won't have a problem finding campsites to accommodate their vehicles, with campgrounds near the former home of Elvis Presley and out in nature. There are single and group tent campsites in historic T.O. Fuller State Park just outside the city. The park hosts events, has a pool and is a great spot for hiking and birding.

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Knoxville, Tennessee is the closest major city to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Knoxville is only about an hour away if you’re looking for comfortable accommodations when traveling to the park.

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