11 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Rvino - The Broken Banjo's dedicated dog park offers a complete setup with slides and playground equipment designed specifically for dogs. Full hookup sites accommodate tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping options with no breed restrictions. Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park and Whispering Oaks Campground also welcome pets throughout their facilities. Each campground provides fire rings, picnic tables, and clean bathhouses, with many sites featuring level concrete pads that include water and electric hookups. The heated pool at Rvino is well-maintained, and most campsites include shaded areas from surrounding trees. Staff members at these campgrounds typically enforce leash requirements and some locations provide trash collection service directly from campsites. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on camping near Manchester, Tennessee.
Center Hill Lake provides excellent water access for dogs, with several lakefront campgrounds offering designated swimming areas where pets can cool off. The Fall Creek Falls area features pet-friendly hiking trails connecting directly to some campsites, though hikers with dogs should be prepared for occasionally steep terrain. Campgrounds typically require pets to be leashed at all times except within designated dog parks, and most provide waste disposal stations throughout the grounds. The Tennessee Hills Campground and Cedar Point sites remain open seasonally with varying degrees of pet amenities. Sites are generally well-spaced for privacy, though some locations position fire rings uncomfortably close to neighboring sewer connections. Manchester's proximity to Interstate 24 makes these campgrounds easily accessible, though roadway noise can be noticeable at some locations closer to the highway.
"My son Conner and I stayed at the Old Stone Fort Campground in Manchester, Tennessee on the night of Monday, July 8, 2019."
"It isn't very big and the hike around the stone fort isn't very long but it is interesting and the waterfall is very pretty. The campground itself is nice with water and electric hook ups."
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"The staff will come around and collect your trash for you (which isn’t necessary but a nice plus!)"
"It’s near I-24 which makes getting places easy. It will be noisy if you are sound sensitive. It is well maintained. The laundry room is great. You can get anything you need from the store."
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from $32 - $85 / night
"We had so much of our own space & could literally walk right out of our camper & go for a quick swim. We love finding places like this for us & our dog in the summer time."
"Beach area is clean and away from the main lake. Our campsite was right on the water. Even tough it was full, it was quiet! Staff was super helpful and friendly! We will definitely come back!"
from $45 - $55 / night
"Foster Falls is located at one end of the Fiery Gizzard Trail, one of the most beautiful trails in Tennessee, possibly the country!"
"We used two cars and parked one at our campsite here, and brought one to the beginning of the Fiery Gizzard Trail."
from $18 - $21 / night
"It is 8 miles from the state park but it is right on the lake and the other one is not. There is a boat launch right next to the campground too. This campground has mostly shady sites."
"Some really nice sites on lake and shaded. Inner sites are nice as well and have sewer. Good space between sites. 30 and 50 amp. The old section that was for yearly rental is gone."
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"There are 10 campsites that are lakeside six of those having 50 amps. The sites are pulled through with electric and water there is a dump station provided."
"Quiet and peaceful with beautiful views of Normandy Lake. Fishing, swimming and canoe/kayak rentals available. Friendly staff."
from $45 - $55 / night
"Just stopped for a quick overnight on way to Florida and didn’t want to tackle the delightful downhill plummet of 24 that occurs a bit past this location in the dark."
from $25 - $50 / night
"Manchester TN might not be a bucket list destination, but if we're passing through again we'd stop at Whispering Oaks to chill out in the country for a day or three."
"I will preface this with the fact that we are very partial to Tennessee. The climate, scenery, the people, all of it. The Park: Long gravel sites, most are pull through."
"The best thing about this spot is the lake access for swimming. We stayed at site 37 and the walking trail down to the lake was right next to our site."
"There are paved paths for miles right there off the campsites. There are other trails as well not paved with but more tugged/traditional trails with bridges and cottonmouths lol be careful."
"The best part about having family that lives in Tennessee is being able to go and visit. We do a big family reunion every other year, and we always have our shindig at a campground."
"I love camping and hiking in the Tennessee area. This campground definitely didn't disappoint. Here are a few things I loved about this campground:
- Big campsite spaces! This is always a perk."
TravelerThe waterfalls are beautiful and relaxing. You can hike the high-easier trail (but tree roots are present) or the lower-harder trails and be a unprofessional rock climber right down to the falls. 2.5 mile hike if you go all the way around. We spent over 2.5 hours here. Bonus is that if you are not camping here... you can use the very very clean showers for $5!
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.
TravelerThis was a last minute stay, the camp was full but accommodations were made for us by the host to park in his front yard and connect to house power. We were invited to join the host and other guests at the massive fire pit that was warming the cool mountain evening. Very pretty here…was a long and winding road up the mountain from our travel direction. Excited to see what it looks like in daylight. I have 3 bars on my T-Mobile but also have StarLink.
TravelerSides are clean and well spaced. The review said before that it was $20 a night. It’s now $30 a night for 20 amp service and I believe 44 for 30 or 50 amp service.
TravelerHard to find, really busy but most of them were hikers let left at nightfall.
TravelerStillwaters Creek Campground is a hidden gem tucked away in the beautiful hills of Spencer, Tennessee, just a short drive from Fall Creek Falls State Park. The campground offers spacious full-hookup RV sites, cozy cabins, and tent camping, with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The property is surrounded by beautiful woods and features a peaceful creek, walking trails, a fishing pond, playground, and pavilion. The bathhouse has been completely renovated with updated showers and restrooms, and there's laundry available on-site. The campground also offers Wi-Fi and a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere. One of the best things about Stillwaters Creek is the setting. It's peaceful and secluded enough to feel like you're getting away from it all, but still conveniently located near some of Tennessee's best hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor attractions. Whether you're visiting Fall Creek Falls, spending a weekend with family, or just looking for a relaxing place to unwind, Stillwaters Creek is definitely worth checking out!
GuideGreat bunch of people working there helped me out alot Sites were very tight I had to switch mine to just fit my camper 38 ft . The staff switched me to another spot
TravelerWhat a beautiful area to camp. We tent camped in a 12 person tent and had plenty of space on the grass to put the tent up. The other spots are more for RVs. The view is incredible! You can fish right on most of the sites including 41. We have 3 teenagers and they all have asked to come back to camp on this site. Plenty of privacy. We did have a bunch of kids that came through our site to visit the water which I was not a fan of but other than that it's truly a fantastic site. This place is wonderful! Oh, and our tmobile was spotty but still worked!
Manchester, Tennessee sits at 1,070 feet elevation in the Highland Rim physiographic region between Nashville and Chattanooga. The area features a mix of hardwood forests, rocky outcroppings, and multiple water bodies including Center Hill Lake and Duck River. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder temperatures in the 60-75°F range with lower precipitation.
Hike to waterfalls: Follow the moderately challenging trails at Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park to see several cascades. "Duck River flows through the area with several waterfall breaks along its course. It's not hard to imagine why the Native Americans considered this area spiritually significant," notes Shelly S. from Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park.
Kayak at Normandy Lake: Launch directly from campsites at Cedar Point Campground for peaceful paddling. "We brought our kayaks and were able to launch directly from the campsite. Lake is extremely quiet and calm," shares Michael T. about Cedar Point Campground.
Trail access for pets: The Fiery Gizzard Trail offers a challenging but rewarding hike for you and leashed dogs. "The river trail is very technical and scenic. You can stay at the top for an easy hike or crawl down to the river and follow the trail through the tree roots and rocks," explains Shelly S. about Foster Falls Campground.
Historical features: The archaeological sites add educational value to camping trips. "This park is known for its archeology, but don't miss the beautiful waterfalls. Be sure to enjoy the museum and the hiking trails," recommends Nancy R. from Foster Falls Campground — South Cumberland State Park.
Shaded campsites: Many campgrounds offer tree cover for comfort in summer heat. "The sites are level and there are plenty of shade trees to go around. Very quiet at night also. The showers are SUPER clean!!" says Scott G. about Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park.
Lakefront camping: Direct water access is available at several campgrounds. "Beautiful, clean, well-maintained campground along Tims Ford Lake. Most campsites are on the water with incredible views. The campsites are shady and nicely spaced," notes Tony D. about Fairview Campground — Tims Ford State Park.
Site selection matters: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain requiring careful reservation choices. "Pay attention to grades of sites when booking, you might need extra supports to level out," warns Richard F. about Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground.
Highway noise: Interstate proximity affects some campgrounds. "We followed our RV GPS right to the campground that is located right off I-24... the only caveat that there's quite a bit of highway noise from the interstate," notes MickandKarla W. about Rvino - The Broken Banjo.
Seasonal changes: Water levels and accessibility vary throughout the year. "Close to the lake was flooded after heavy rain. I also had no cell service in b loop. Enough for phone, but not really any other connectivity," reports Candy H. about Barton Springs Campground.
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