The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Ocoee. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Tennessee camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Ocoee, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
$12 - $30 / night
"Well-maintained, pet-friendly, and close access to lots of great trails. There is a nearby lake, perfect for swimming."
"Overall: Very quiet wooded campground on Chilhowee Mountain Getting there: Off TN SR 64 East of Cleveland& Ocoee. Very nice lakeside drive along Lake Ocoee. There can be a lot of traffic."
$35 - $85 / night
"Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park Campground is a quiet campground situated right on the Ocoee."
"We visited Gee Creek Campground, located in the Hiwassee/ Ocoee Rivers State Park in a Sunday, and there was hardly anyone there. We had our choice of sites!"
$20 - $40 / night
"Close to the Ocoee River and Lake. Will be back!"
"We stayed here for the weekend when we were rafting the Ocoee. Small Campground but perfect if rafting. We were in 35 foot trailer but some tight turns in camp ground."
$10 - $45 / night
"Adventures Unlimited is located in Ocoee, TN, just outside of Chattanooga, and is one of the coolest river towns I’ve been to. The Ocoee River was the site for the 1996 Olympics whitewater events."
"It was a nice place to camp the showers are hot and clean well maintained area’s with helpful employees if you want an amazing trip adventure unlimited is the place to be on the ocoee river"
$12 - $20 / night
"Campsites are close to one another. If you camp at a site near the water, it is really nice, but everyone will walk by your campsite so they can go down the path to the river."
"Right next to the ocoee river. Wonderful spot"
$12 - $20 / night
"We just missed an even nicer site because we got lost on the drive there. Waterfall hike was beautiful with wildflowers. Whitewater rafting not too far away on the Ocoee River."
"Scenic views the whole drive up, followed by a safe, cozy campground with clean facilities and a great grouping of trails."
$22 - $28 / night
"Harrison Bay is a huge park, with four camping loops (3 for RVs, 1 for tents), and a large marina, located on the Chickamauga Reservoir of the Tennessee River."
"This is a great family campground and Tennessee State Park located on Chickamauga Lake of the Tennessee River. Good playground for the Grandkids and bicycle paths."
$55 / night
"I should have gotten one of their little cabins...they look cozy and they are right next to the primitive camping."
"The sites are very close together so there is not much room to move around or have pets outside. The rates are higher than I would like to pay but you more amenities for the price."
$14 - $55 / night
"The platform sites are a short walk from a parking area near the lake so you can make multiple trips to the car if necessary, while the backcountry sites are up to a 3 mile hike in, so all gear, food,"
"There are steps leading down to the trail around the lake."
"About 1.5-2 mi in at the intersection of Rough Creek trail and Big Frog I saw a grassy patch with a fire ring and set up camp."
"Disclaimer: Did not camp here On my hike up Big Frog trail this weekend I came across this great site."
ScoutThe spots are very spacious.and very easily accessible
ScoutFirst time camping KOA. We are very pleased with this campground. The staff is friendly. The grounds are beautifully maintained with lots to do for the kids.
Our pull thru site 60 was directly across from the pool and playground. We stayed for the night in 28ft travel trailer without unhooking on a wonderfully level site.
GuideHappened upon this brand new RV campground, not far from Chattanooga. Everything is new and working. Convenient location with friendly hosts.
TravelerHorse cove was a gorgeous campsite. There are two “areas”, the campground near the check in station and dispersed camping along the road. We stayed in May 2025.
We chose to camp in the campground. It had a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern poles. It was a rainy weekend so we didn’t have many neighbors which made it perfect. The campground use to have two sections to camp but one has been closed down for quite a bit of time (there have fallen trees). There were only about 6-8 campsites all close to each other on the campground along the river.
The other option is to find campsites along the river. There were maybe 3-4 rv friendly sites from the campground to the boat dock (mostly tent options). There’s probably more past the boat dock but we didn’t check.
There’s probably river was loud but beautiful. No electric. There was a water pump but I didn’t see if it worked. There was an abundance of firewood in the campground and along the road. We decided to go hike Joyce Kilmore Forest which was a small trek from the campground. Felt like we were camping in a rainforest!
Toilet: enclosed toilet with thin toilet paper just like a porta potty. Smelled bad.
ScoutThe game warden acts like he’s god. He pretty much makes the rules up then when questioned he says it’s your responsibility to look after I’ve already looked. Then said I can get you the ordinance right now. When asked for it he had no answer other then it is your responsibility to look. He told us we had to be gone as long as we’ve stayed and told another person he had to be gone a month. Dogs run loose and nothing is done about it. I have no problem with dogs. It’s the unleashed unsupervised that’s a problem.
TravelerI only stayed one night, camp was a bit busy but the sites were fairly flat, had hook-ups and water. (I'm unsure about sewage as I didn't use it)
TravelerThis campground is easily accessible. Beautiful and quiet. There are a few sites close together but I still felt I had my privacy. Fishing is convenient and great! No cell service but the general store about 10/15 minutes down the road offers free WiFi access. Bring what you need for a few days an enjoy the serene mountain camping offered here.
GuideAs most people say, this is one of the best parks for camping. Lots of great hikes, waterfalls and blooming azalea and rhododendron. It looked like the bath houses in the west rim campground are new or fully renovated. The lower portion of the west rim campground appears to have lost many of the shade trees. However our site was nicely shaded. We plan on going back maybe in the fall.
ScoutNice firepit, hiking across the way. 4x4 is not required, but ground clearance makes it non-accessible to some.
Camping near Ocoee, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to hike, fish, or just relax by the water, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Ocoee, Tennessee, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Ocoee, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 438 campgrounds and RV parks near Ocoee, TN and 37 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ocoee, TN is Chilhowee Recreation Area with a 4.6-star rating from 30 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 37 free dispersed camping spots near Ocoee, TN.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 parks near Ocoee, TN that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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