6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin accommodations around Lupton City include rustic wooden structures at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground, KOA-style cabins at Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA, and log cabins at Chester Frost Park. Most cabins offer electric hookups, picnic tables, and access to communal bathhouses with showers and toilets. Basic furnishings typically include beds, minimal seating, and sometimes small refrigerators or microwaves. A visitor commented that "Chester Frost Park was the first campgrounds we visited when we started camping and it was the perfect spot to start. Being right on the lake was amazing."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Cloudland Canyon State Park provides year-round cabin rentals with more substantial amenities, while the cabins at Holiday Travel Park offer modest accommodations suitable for couples or small families. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by location—Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA and Marion County Park allow pets in some cabin units. According to reviews, "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Go to the website for more information on this and other options at this property."
Cabin guests should plan to bring bedding, pillows, and personal items as these are rarely provided. Basic kitchenware may be included in more upscale cabins, but simpler units typically offer only minimal cooking facilities. Several campgrounds feature on-site markets or camp stores, including Raccoon Mountain, Holiday Travel Park, and both KOA locations. Firewood is available for purchase at most sites with fire pits adjacent to cabins. Grocery options exist within driving distance of most cabin locations, though stocking up before arrival is recommended during peak seasons when supplies may be limited.
"The campground here is smaller, and less private than the west rim loop, offering 24 tent/RV sites that have 30A electrical hookup, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings, along with a bathhouse"
"Nice state park that is well maintained. Awesome views from the rim trails. Power and water hookups only. Clean bath houses with laundry facilities. Lots of covered pavilions for group gatherings."
Available this weekend
from $10 - $290 / night
"We stayed at this campground in the middle of November 2020 around Veterans Day. We booked one of the cabins which was perfect (there are several at various sizes). "
"The fire ring was a nice size with nice cooking grate. We were directly across from the pool, and it was never loud. The firewood was $5 cash per bundle delivered to your site until 10 pm."
from $55 - $56 / night
"The campground provides so many recreational opportunities."
"The lake is beautiful and honestly, any site on the island i think would be a good spot. The spots closer to the Ranger Station, are just packed too tight for us."
from $21 - $30 / night
"Pet friendly. Big rig friendly. Clean. Dog play yard. Near interstate."
"Pet friendly. Huge water issue lots of standing water on a lot of sites , ours included . For one night it was manageable. Major drainage problem."
from $36 - $105 / night
"Tent camping along the edge of the river. Fire pits or grills, picnic tables, clean bathroom, and hot showers. If you are a light sleeper, the traffic noise from the highway might be disturbing."
"Picnic table and fire ring. Easy access to water from site and had two boat launches. Building a second bath house while we were there."
"As exclusively tent campers, I have always steered away from KOAs."
"The great experience started soon after booking. I booked two non-consecutive nights due to staying here on the way to and from a destination."
"We used the camping cabins. The campground is nice. It has many things to do like a pool, cornhole, horseshoes. The cabins are ok. They have three beds. One double and a set of bunk beds."
"Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground."
from $55 / night
"There is a parking lot to hold 4+ cars. You walk 20’ on trail to first campsite. Nice wooded area with a trail to the water. There are 5 sites with fire pits."
"There is a parking lot right off the road after a fun ~30 minute drive through residential roads right on the water, then sites with fire pits are scattered throughout a small clearing."
"The park offers several campgrounds than can accommodate RV's, tent camping and primitive campsites. There are water and electrical hookups at all sites except the primitive."
"Excellent state park with multiple waterfalls and trails! Campground C was clean and well kept! Primitive sites have picnic table, fire ring and grill! Bathhouse is nice with warm showers!"
Available this weekend
"Battlefield Campground is an extremely convenient RV park located right of I-75 about 20 minutes south of Chattanooga."
"Jacqueline super sweet and helpful as was her husband when the electric pedestal went out. Unfortunately couldn’t fix at the time but we had our generator."
ScoutA great find to hang your hat for the evening. New owners look like they are doing amazing up grades. Our site 57 didn’t have a picnic table or fire ring but I’m sure they are working on it. Fairly quite and we would for sure come back and give it a 5 star when their done on the remodel.
TravelerEnjoyable place to stay, quiet nights. Very chill atmosphere. Would recommend.
ScoutSpacious and well maintained spots. Pull through spots available for larger rigs. Facilities well maintained and clean. The falls being driving distance away is the only drawback.
ScoutBeautiful place !!
ScoutI was worried that I would arrive and find all the campsites occupied. This was not the case. When I got there around 5:30 there was only one other site taken. I didn’t see them until the next morning. By morning, there were two other sites occupied.
TravelerHard to find, really busy but most of them were hikers let left at nightfall.
GuideLoved the park. Waterfalls, hiking, nice campground, overall very nice stay. Turns were a little tight but made it okay. Dump station looks like it was designed by someone who’s never dumped an RV. The sewer spot was elevated (above my dump connection!), and required stupid tactics (fill hose, shut valve, dump hose contents, open valve, fill hose………).
ScoutExcellent campground! We were on the west rim. Bathrooms nearby and very clean! Sites were spaced enough you don’t feel like you’re on top of your neighbors. Lots of trees. Playground for kids was great and there’s tons of trails of varying difficulties. There’s a grill at each site so bring charcoal! Really enjoyed our weekend stay and would definitely go back!
GuideWe stayed just one night but really liked the clean bathrooms and showers, sites are level and clean, it wasn't crowded when we were there so we had ample privacy. Will stay here again.
Cabins near Lupton City, Tennessee offer camping options within a 45-minute radius of Chattanooga. Located in the Tennessee River Valley at approximately 700 feet elevation, this area experiences mild spring and fall temperatures with summer highs frequently reaching 90°F. Winter cabin camping remains viable with average lows around 30°F, though some facilities reduce services during off-season months.
Hiking the waterfalls: Fall Creek Falls State Park features multiple waterfall trails ranging from easy to strenuous. "One of the best hiking parks I've ever been to. Miles and miles of trails; short, long, loops, overnights. This place has it all. Make sure you do three things while you're there: hike to the bottom of the big waterfall (Fall Creek Falls), swim in the cascades next to the nature center, and stand on the edge of the bluff at Buzzard's Roost," shares a visitor at Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground.
Cave exploration: Raccoon Mountain offers guided tours through Crystal Cave with advance reservations required. "We all loved that Crystal Cave was right on site and enjoyed the guided tour. (Advanced reservations are required.) We also loved the guided tour just down the road at Ruby Falls!" notes a camper at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground.
Water activities: Lakefront camping provides swimming and fishing opportunities. "There are 3 different sections to the campgrounds. The first area just left of the guard station is for tents & small campers, the area to the right is for large fifth wheels & motor homes, and finally the third section is across the lake & it accommodates small to mid size campers," explains a visitor about Marion County Park.
Cabin amenities: The cabins at Cloudland Canyon State Park include modern features with outdoor access. "There are 16 cottages/cabins, and Georgia State Park cabins really cannot be overstated; they are well appointed, well maintained, and absolutely beautiful, and are spaced out to offer a feeling of seclusion: perfect for winter getaways, or for people who enjoy total creature comforts at night with nearby adventure during the day," notes a reviewer at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground.
Location convenience: Many cabin rental options provide quick access to Chattanooga attractions. "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Campground is clean and quiet. Bathrooms are great. Close to Chattanooga and the sites. We did the zoo, aquarium and Rock City. Long weekend trip," reports a guest at Holiday Travel Park.
Family-friendly activities: Sites with recreational facilities keep children entertained. "Kids wonderland! This place is definitely somewhere you wanna bring your kids they would love it! There is a man made beach with a playground and loads of camping lots next to the river!" writes a camper about Chester Frost Park.
Reservation timing: Many locations require advance planning, especially for cabins. "Reserved 148 days prior to arriving. Valet escort to site after check in," notes a visitor about their experience at Raccoon Mountain.
Site selection: Choose cabin locations based on privacy needs and proximity to facilities. "Cabins 1-5 are on the east rim and the waterfall trail runs almost directly behind them, so there is a loss of privacy there, especially on busy weekends," advises a camper at Cloudland Canyon.
Seasonal considerations: Water levels affect waterfall viewing at several parks. "Waterfalls were weak but we knew this going in July but still great views. Our next trip here will be in the fall," explains a guest at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground.
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for playgrounds, pools, and open areas. "The coolest aspect of this campground for me was the massive jumping pad they have, and I had to promise my kids we would take an overnight trip here just so they could use it! It is restricted to ages 16 and under," notes a visitor about Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA.
Space for activities: Select sites with room for children to play. "Sites 4-9 are well spaced from each other and great for tent campers and families who want their kids to have room to play, and while site 37 does not have as much privacy being in the center of the loop, it does have one of the most perfect climbing trees I have ever seen in a public campground," shares a Cloudland Canyon camper.
Budget options: Some parks offer more affordable cabin alternatives. "We have a 40' class A and flat tow a Jeep. We stayed in site 203 for 3 nights. While we really enjoyed the campground, this site was not ideal for an RV our size. We weren't able to put our awnings out or comfortably sit outside. Next time, we'll see if it's possible to stay in site 226," advises a visitor at Raccoon Mountain.
Leveling challenges: Some cabin areas have uneven terrain requiring extra equipment. "Pay attention to grades of sites when booking, you might need extra supports to level out," warns a camper at Fall Creek Falls State Park.
Site access: Carefully select cabin locations based on vehicle size limitations. "We were at Chester Frost for July 4th. Love staying on the lake front and watching the sun set," shares a visitor at Chester Frost Park.
Utility connections: Hookup options vary between cabin areas and campgrounds. "Clean, and well maintained. Tent camping along the edge of the river. Fire pits or grills, picnic tables, clean bathroom, and hot showers. If you are a light sleeper, the traffic noise from the highway might be disturbing," explains a Marion County Park visitor.
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