6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Paradise Meadows offers luxury accommodations in a tranquil Tennessee setting near Lupton City. The property features a tiny house rental with a full-size loft bed and pull-out couch, plus a large glamping tent option that opens seasonally in April. Glamping accommodations include a fully stocked kitchen with microwave, toaster oven, electric kettle, and Keurig coffee maker. The luxury camping experience extends to the screened-in porch with swing seats and outdoor dining table. Guests enjoy modern amenities including a full bathroom with flush toilet, shower, and fluffy towels. Cloudland Canyon State Park and Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA also provide yurt accommodations in the region. According to a visitor, "Enjoy comfort, luxury, and great hospitality in a small space. A lot is packed into a small space with so many creative touches."
Outdoor fire pits complement the resort-style camping experience, allowing guests to enjoy evenings under the stars while still enjoying comfortable accommodations. The tiny house at Paradise Meadows creates a perfect setting for couples retreats, mother-daughter getaways, or solo reflection trips. Located just 25 minutes from Chattanooga, visitors have easy access to urban amenities while enjoying the peaceful countryside setting. The glamping options throughout the region often include lake access, with Chester Frost Park offering waterfront sites with fishing docks and playground access. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground provides glamping accommodations with market access, full hookups, and shower facilities. One reviewer highlighted the exceptional service, noting "Lyn (the owner)'s hospitality is second to none" and mentioning the thoughtful amenities like pancake mix, syrup, and a selection of teas and hot chocolate provided for guests.
"The East Rim is located on the main park road and about 5 minutes walk from the Trail Heads. Your camper is on display for all the day trippers but TOTALLY WORTH IT for the majestic views!"
"Our backcountry campground had a fire pit and even a picnic table, and was nestled beside a babbling brook. We set up our tents, hung our hammocks and got cooking as soon as we arrived."
Available this weekend
from $10 - $290 / night
"We stayed on site 172. We could not be happier with our choice. The campsite was very spacious, quiet and one of the best views! The sites that are waterfront are spread out really well."
"Anything water-adjacent is a great spot. There’s a fairly new 9-hole disc golf course, several boat docks, and a couple of pavilions available."
from $21 - $30 / 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."
"Water and electric at site and dump site (didn’t use)."
"It has a large although dated pool with minimal seating and no shade, there is a pavilion with shade on the other side of the pool fence. The dog park is large but all gravel with no grass or dirt."
"Quiet campground tucked away on Lookout Mountain, with super friendly and helpful staff."
"Very easy to back into with a 28 ft trailer , perk is that we had no one on one side of us - but it does bump up close to the road , so you do get quite a bit of traffic noise ."
"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 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."
"You walk 20’ on trail to first campsite. Nice wooded area with a trail to the water. There are 5 sites with fire pits."
"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."
"We tent camped and did have to turn out beds so that we were not leaning but it was a great time overall."
from $39 - $47 / night
"For me, the campgrounds were crowded and tight, though everyone around me respected the quiet hours."
"There are water and electrical hookups at all sites except the primitive. There are bathhouses and even cabin rentals for those who prefer that."
Available this weekend
"Very cute campsite with walkable trail, dog park, games, ponds, and more. Super friendly and responsive staff. Comfortable RV spots with plenty of space, picnic tables & fire pits."
"Convenient location with friendly hosts."
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.
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!
GuideHopefully they open it up soon but we drove about an hour to get here just for it to be closed. The whole road seems to be closed for the time being for road work. I hope this helps someone!.
The 5-8 miles up to this area do seem a little sketchy but we were hoping the actually site would be nice and hopefully it will be after the work they are doing right now.
GuideBeautiful views from the trails. I went during the summer in July so it was on the busier side. There is a lake with a beach with boat and paddle board rentals. Seemed like a great spot to fish. Prepare for possibilities of bears as they were around. One night I must have not fully secured my bear box and a bear found my cooler. I tent camped on a pad where I can find some service (T-Mobile) but most spots are spotty. Next time I come, I want to try the back country locations. Trails are awesome with a cool story about the place around the tower and fortification. Attendants at the camp store were really nice. If groceries are needed there is grocery stores in the nearest town of Chatsworth down the mountain
GuideWe had a hard time finding our campsite in the West Rim Campground due to the construction at the entrance, but we made it to the temporary visitors center and they got us checked in and how to get to our campsite. It backs up to woods, nice space between sites. Ours is gravel and has water and electric, but there are full hookup sites available as well. We did the waterfall hike one day and the west rim loop the next. The waterfalls were beautiful, but a LOT of steps (600+ metal steps) !! I would definitely stay here again
Glamping options near Lupton City, Tennessee offer diverse accommodations within 30 minutes of downtown Chattanooga. The Cumberland Plateau provides the backdrop for these camping experiences, with elevations ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 feet creating cooler summer temperatures than surrounding lowlands. Most camping areas in this region remain open year-round, though water access points may close from November through March.
Hiking trails and waterfalls: Fall Creek Falls State Park offers extensive hiking options with varying difficulty levels. "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," writes Myke C. The cable trail receives particular attention as a challenging but rewarding route.
Water recreation: At Chester Frost Park, visitors can enjoy lake activities including fishing and swimming. "Beautiful views, waterfront sites, good fishing!" notes Alton D. The park features a man-made beach with playground facilities adjacent to camping areas.
Rock climbing: For experienced climbers, Tennessee Wall Camp provides direct access to climbing routes. "We really enjoyed our night tent camping here. There is a parking lot right off the road after a fun ~30 minute drive through residential roads right on the water," explains Suzie K., noting the convenient access to climbing areas from camp.
Private woodland sites: Cloudland Canyon State Park's West Rim camping area receives praise for its natural setting. "The West Rim camping loop has a total of 48 tent/RV sites with 30 or 50A hookups, water, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. This loop is far more wooded and offers a greater variety of site size and privacy," notes Stephanie J.
Waterfront camping: Skull Island provides camping directly on the water. "Nothing like waking up to see the beautiful water all around you," writes Edna. Another camper adds, "We love the waterfront campsites which we really LOVE!! You cant beat waterfront and being able to step outside your tent and see water."
Walk-in tent areas: For those seeking a more secluded experience at Cloudland Canyon State Park, the walk-in sites offer additional privacy. "Love the tent-only serenity of the walk-in sites. There is a separate parking lot at the back of the park for the walk-in sites, which are a short distance away (easy to haul your gear)," shares Abby M., highlighting the convenience despite the separation from vehicles.
Site selection matters: At Fall Creek Falls, campers should pay close attention to which camping area they select. "Campground A & B are great for families with kids. C&D are more quiet. Pay attention to grades of sites when booking, you might need extra supports to level out," advises Richard F.
Reservation systems vary: Not all parks operate with the same reservation process. At Cloudland Canyon, "there are no reserve ahead sites, only reserve ahead choice. Once you check in you go pick a site. So no telling where you may end up only that you will have a site for the night," explains Shelly S.
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