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Melton Hill Dam Campground and Yarberry Campground both maintain pet-friendly policies for campers visiting Loudon, Tennessee. Dogs must be leashed at all times in these campgrounds, with most sites requiring a 6-foot maximum leash length. Full hookup RV sites accommodate pets at both locations, while tent campers can also bring their four-legged companions to designated areas. The campgrounds provide pet waste stations throughout the grounds for convenient cleanup. Yarberry Campground features waterfront sites where pets can enjoy lake access with their owners. Many campers report the grassy areas between sites offer sufficient space for pets to relax without encroaching on neighboring campsites.
Tellico Lake access points at Lotterdale Cove Campground allow pets to cool off during summer months when temperatures frequently exceed 85°F. Hiking trails near Cades Cove Campground provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, though pets must remain leashed at all times on trails. Several local campgrounds provide dog washing stations for muddy paws after outdoor adventures. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM, requiring pet owners to manage barking during these times. The Sweetwater KOA maintains a fenced exercise area specifically for dogs, allowing off-leash play in a controlled environment. Emergency veterinary services are available within 15 miles of most Loudon area campgrounds, with the closest being in Lenoir City.
"Pet friendly. Good fishing. & Close to stores."
"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."
from $18 - $31 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Convenient location just off Interstate 75. Quiet wooded area with plenty of activities for the kids. Swimming pool, fishing pond, playground, jump pad."
"For amenities there is a bouncy blob (dry), small pond with fountain and memorial bench, large playground for the kids, volleyball, basketball, I’m not sure what the game is next to the blob."
"We were in a pop-up camper and had a lakefront site, which was awesome, except for the highway noise."
"First time campers with 5 kids and 3 dogs .... had no problems everyone was very helpful , grounds were clean ... the lower bathhouse is Adequate but the bathhouse by the office is great the cove offers"
"Very nice and beautiful quiet place Beautiful lake. And sunsets too and pet are welcome Just a little bit of heaven ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️"
"Pet friendly! Staff was very nice and helpful! Only complaint was some of their quiet hours were confusing."
from $26 - $48 / night
Check Availability"Gorgeous views of the lake, convenient hiking trail on property for our pups, sandy beach."
"With amazing views of the lake , a lot of mosquitoes during the late summer but that’s expected.$20 a night, no reservations required."
"There is a beautiful drive to get to this campground once you get through the traffic jam of Sevierville. Enjoy the scenic and winding river road! Only loop C is open in the off season."
"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."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"The campground is in close proximity to many of the trailheads. There is a nice bathhouse, but all the sites are rustic (non electric)."
"It may be the loveliest campground in Tennessee. There’s only 20 spots, and they all seem to be shady and have trees between neighbors."
TravelerBeautiful spot in the smoky mountains. State park style amenities, no showers. No hookups. Very busy very open campground. Nice that some trails are walking distance from campground. I would not camp here again as I prefer more separation and privacy. No cell service. STARLINK is usable but obstructed with tree canopy
GuideLeft Pigeon Forge Tn. GPS took us on an adventure, route 129 The Tail of the Dragon 318 curves switchback and hairpins I was nervous but slayed it. Lol. Peachtree Cove RV Park is perfect for quiet camping. Dog run area stream or river at most sites. I had a reservation at Andrew’s Valley Railway Tour highly recommend both of these
GuideDrove 5 hrs from our last campground to here for event Campground was very well maintained and liked the site. Wasn’t overly crazy about the event not a lot of vendors mainly jeeps went to a few local shops in town had a great lunch at the cookie dough monster.
ScoutI camped here with a friend last weekend and absolutely loved this place! It's a cute little site with a great host, clean bathrooms, free firewood, and super friendly dogs, goats, and people. I would for sure stay here again and recommend.
GuideParksville Lake RV Campground is an absolute gem! I had a fantastic stay here. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the sites are nice, spacious, and wonderfully shaded by the trees. We loved the layout of the RV loop, especially the outer section where a peaceful creek flows right past the sites—the sound of the water at night was perfect. The restrooms and showers were exceptionally clean and well-kept. I had Starlink connectivity at my site and my WeBoost cell signal booster gave me up to three bars on AT&T. The campground host was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful. It's a wonderful, relaxing spot, and I will definitely be back!
TravelerFantastic National Park! Elkmont is really nice but lacking in hookups and there are no showers. Hard to stay too long without power, water, sewer and showers. Still, an amazing site along the river!
GuideThis is one of several USFS campgrounds that are within a few miles of each other. The cost is only $8/night, first come first served. The sites are fairly large with about half of them on a wide, clear creek. There is no running water, but there are bear proof trash cans and vault toilets that were fairly clean, but didn't smell great.
There is free potable water and an RV dump station about a mile away at the North River Game Checking Station on River Road near the Spivey Cove campground..
The campsite was clean with picnic table, fire ring, and a lantern post. The fire ring was almost full of ashes and it appears that campers have to clean them out themselves.
The Green Cove Angler store is a couple miles away and has ice, firewood and other camper things.
Unfortunately, while we were there, it was bear hunting season and another camper had multiple barking and baying dogs that went on and on for hours.
ScoutBeautiful view on the water. Not very full, which was nice. I came for some quiet and privacy and while it worked, there were just some that were very social. Haha
TravelerThis worked well for us while we were visiting Dollywood in our trailer, but we wouldn't stay here if we had been in a different type of site. Cons: Unless you have a site up against the river or on patriot park, you are packed in VERY TIGHT with other people, sometimes with your sliders only a foot or two away from your neighbor's sliders. We were in a site that was "on patriot park", but the few first sites of that type are really just behind the trolley parking lot and pick up with a path behind you (including ours). People are on the other side of the fence walking about two feet behind you all day and pretty late in to the night. Pros: There are lot of trees and campground is very pretty. Super close to Dollywood and other Pigeon Forge points of interest.
Loudon, Tennessee camping areas sit along the shores of Tellico and Watts Bar Lakes at elevations ranging from 790 to 850 feet. Summer temperatures regularly reach 90°F with high humidity between June and August, while spring and fall temperatures remain mild. Winter overnight temperatures typically drop to the low 30s, with occasional freezing conditions requiring water system shutdowns at several campgrounds.
Bike around Cades Cove: The 11-mile loop road at Cades Cove Campground offers dedicated bike-only access on Wednesdays and Saturdays until 10am. "We took the entire family on the loop bike ride. This was so much fun," notes Jeremy H. Bike rentals are available at the campground store for around $8/hour.
Fishing year-round: The Tellico Lake access at Lotterdale Cove Campground provides excellent fishing with minimal crowds. "Fishing is good on the Reservoir with access to over 80 miles of woods, trails, coves galore, with a few restaurants accessible by water," writes Dennis A. Winter fishing remains productive when lake levels are lower.
Kayak rental: Many waterfront sites at Yarberry Campground include private lake access for launching personal watercraft. "They also rent all of those things, as well as paddle boats. They rent bikes too," mentions Lori H. Rental rates typically run $25 for a half-day rental with discounts for campers.
Direct lake access: Yarberry Campground offers sites with direct water views and shore access. "Even the non-lake site spots have lake views. Lots of nice amenities, but still rustic," says Shawn. Most waterfront sites include room for watercraft and swimming access directly from your campsite.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-serviced bathhouses despite their rural settings. "Great hosts, reasonably priced camp store. Been camping here for 30 years, and it's still my all time favorite place to camp! Beautiful lake and easy access to water. Clean facilities," explains Tara C. about Melton Hill Dam Campground.
Wildlife viewing: The forested areas near Frozen Head State Park provide opportunities to see native wildlife. "A truly beautiful well kept secret of TN. Beautiful grounds and wonderful waterfalls!!" reports Amy P. Early mornings and evenings offer the best chances for viewing deer and wild turkeys.
Seasonal water shutoffs: RV sites at many campgrounds turn off water during freezing weather. "The water gets turned off for the winter in November or whenever freezing begins," notes Greg H. at Riley Creek. Campers visiting between November and March should confirm water availability before arrival.
Highway noise: Some lakefront sites at Soaring Eagle Campground experience traffic sounds from nearby I-40. "I-40 was literally about 200 feet away so highway noise has to be an issue 24/7," warns Steve V. Request sites furthest from the interstate when making reservations.
Reservation timing: Popular Loudon area campgrounds fill quickly, especially during summer months. "I highly recommend booking your spots very early, as it can be difficult to get a spot during the warmer months," advises Lori H. about Yarberry Peninsula. Most campgrounds open reservations 6-12 months in advance.
Pet-friendly activities: Sweetwater KOA provides dedicated pet areas beyond standard on-leash policies. "They have two dog parks, one for tiny pups and one for larger pups," explains Laura H. The fenced areas allow dogs to exercise off-leash in designated spaces.
Family-oriented campsites: Several campgrounds offer sites designed specifically for family groups. "The tent area is not huge, but large enough for probably 4-5 tents to have lots of room, maybe more. This would be perfect for groups camping together," notes Lori H. about Yarberry Campground.
Kid-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds provide recreation facilities beyond swimming. "Plenty for the kids to do—arcade room, jump pad, and playgrounds," observes Jovee S. about Sweetwater KOA. Most family-oriented campgrounds maintain these facilities year-round, though pool access is typically limited to May through September.
Electrical capacity: Several campgrounds offer 50-amp service for larger RVs. "There are a mix of short-stay and longer stay sites. The picnic tables and grills for our area were up a set of stairs above the RV, the pads opposite were down steps from the RV," reports Sara M. about Melton Hill Dam Campground. Many sites require leveling blocks on sloped terrain.
Site selection: RV campers should research specific site dimensions before booking. "Our site was a little tough to back into, but worth it," notes Shawn about Yarberry Campground. Most campgrounds post site dimensions and access restrictions online, with site-specific photos available for many locations.
Road access considerations: Access roads to some campgrounds present challenges for larger rigs. "The road in is rough with potholes and the transition from blacktop to cement at the gate is a huge jarring transition," cautions Jacob S. about Lotterdale Cove Campground. RVers with larger units should call ahead to confirm accessibility.
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