3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several campgrounds near Ocoee, Tennessee provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities and comfort levels. Cabin camping near Ocoee ranges from rustic units with basic furnishings to well-appointed options with air conditioning and full kitchenettes, making it easy to find a fit for different group sizes and budgets. Adventures Unlimited Campground offers cabins that sleep up to ten people, featuring front porches with rocking chairs and swings, grills, and fire rings. According to one visitor, "the cabin was nice and fully stocked," though they noted there was only one bathroom in their unit. Ocoee River Experience LLC and Whitewater RV Park both provide cabin accommodations with access to drinking water, showers, and toilets. The cabins at Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA include air conditioning, with one reviewer noting, "They have three beds - one double and a set of bunk beds. They are small but do the job."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are available throughout the region, with options for couples, families, and larger groups. Most pet-friendly cabins include basic furnishings like beds, electricity, and running water, while some offer additional amenities such as small kitchens, outdoor grills, and picnic tables. Holiday Travel Park features three camping cabins for groups of two people and two camping cottages - a loft for groups of four and a one-bedroom for groups of six. Visitors must bring their own linens at most locations. Cloudland Canyon State Park, about 45 minutes from Ocoee, offers 16 well-maintained cottages/cabins that are "well appointed, well maintained, and absolutely beautiful," with cabins spaced to provide privacy.
Most cabin rentals provide basic necessities like beds, electricity, and sometimes running water, but guests typically need to bring their own bedding, towels, and personal items. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties - some cabins include small kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators, while others only offer outdoor cooking options with fire rings or grills. Camp Chet, though not in Ocoee proper, provides surprisingly well-stocked cabins where visitors found "a shed filled with tools, extra paper products, fire starting equipment, various kitchen supplies (like pots and pans!), and so much more." On-site camp stores at locations like Adventures Unlimited Campground sell essential supplies, firewood, and ice. Advance reservations are strongly recommended for all cabin rentals in the area, especially during summer months and weekends.
"The campground offers cabins and the cabin was pretty nice. It slept ten people. However, there is only one bathroom in the cabin. The toilet wasn’t working well."
"Great spot for tent campers, boondockers, or even rv’s that need water and power. You’re probably gonna see some weirdness here but that charm is what keeps the vibe alive."
from $10 - $45 / night
"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
"We camped in a Pioneer campsite #2 which is a 3 sided pavilion that would easily sleep 8-10 people if you were only using bed rolls and sleeping bags."
"The campground is well situated in a mountain valley. the sites are flat and easy to access. The roads are a bit narrow but big enough if you take your time. "
Available next weekend
from $14 - $55 / 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
"Visited whitewater rv park to go rafting on ocoee river. This park is close to everything. We spent the day hiking the mountain next to rv park. Then went kayaking down the river across the street."
from $45 - $50 / night
"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 next weekend
from $10 - $290 / night
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from $15 - $55 / night
"It has hiking trails bycyclin trails it also has local horse back riding that takes you up near Chilhowee Lake once to the top you get a really beautiful overlook of Parksville lake at one of the centered"
"Our first time here at the Hiwassee Outfitter camping area in Reliance, Tennessee. Most campsites have river view or stream view. One large circle, mostly tent camping. No electric hookup."
"Excellent sites, small outfitter store with food, drink, sundries. Breakfast & Lunch Diner. Multiple Float Rental types including sit in, sit on and inflatable kayaks."
"Unique private campsite for your camper. All homes on wheels are welcome. Private wooded 1+ acre lot with only two separate RV campsites."
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.
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.
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.
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 at Site 18, which has a reputation for being one of the hardest sites to back into. There’s definitely a trick to it! Pull your truck forward along the site, then pull out toward the site across from you, making an S-turn. From there, line it up and back in. It's tricky, but doable!
We loved this area and packed a lot into our stay. We visited BJ’s Apple Orchard, stopped at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm (where I somehow ended up with a 150-pound pumpkin 😂), had dinner at Cascades Restaurant, and took the easy way to see the falls.
The fenced-in sites were a huge plus, especially with our pups. It gave them more room to roam. The bathrooms and showers are individual rooms, which was nice, and the welcome center is one of the nicest we’ve come across.
And then there’s THE HILL. I was born and raised in the Smokies, so I’m no stranger to mountain roads, but the incline is no joke! The reviews are absolutely not exaggerating when they say it’s steep. Come prepared!
I have T-mobile and husband has Xfinity and we both have great service. Wifi in the campground gets the job done for Netflix at night.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful area, plenty to explore, dog-friendly sites, and a campground we’d visit again. 🏕️🥾
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
ScoutPeople are nice and it's a great place to put a rv and chill with nature
Cabin camping options near Ocoee, Tennessee range from rustic to modern accommodations with varying levels of amenities and privacy. The area sits at approximately 850 feet above sea level in the Cherokee National Forest, with surrounding mountains reaching elevations over 5,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-90°F while winter months can drop to 25-40°F, affecting seasonal availability at some locations.
Whitewater adventures: Multiple rafting outfitters operate along the Ocoee River, site of the 1996 Olympics whitewater events. At Adventures Unlimited Campground, "The office is where you check in for rafting, they also sell ice, water shoes, t-shirts, etc. and the people in there were super friendly. This is one of my favorite 'fun' places we've stayed, it truly was an adventure!"
Live music and social scene: The Bus Bar at Ocoee River Experience LLC offers evening entertainment during peak season. According to one visitor at Adventures Unlimited, "They have live music on weekends, and there is a very eclectic vibe. Great people watching! You will hear music from your campsite until around midnight."
Hiking opportunities: Within a 45-minute drive, trails range from easy to strenuous. At Fort Mountain State Park, "Keith and I hiked and played hard every day here - despite the early winter storm, gusty breezes and freezing temperatures that finally gave way to beautiful crisp days. The park is rich in history."
Privacy between sites: Some locations offer significantly more seclusion than others. At Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground, "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."
Access to water activities: Many campers appreciate sites near water for fishing and boating. At Chester Frost Park, "Beautiful views, waterfront sites, good fishing! One of the best places to be able to camp and boat. We where at Chester Frost for July 4th. Love staying on the lake front and watching the sun set."
Diverse accommodation options: The region offers everything from tent sites to well-appointed cabins. At Fort Mountain State Park Campground, "Other camping options include, walk in tent camping, pioneer campground for groups, backcountry campsites and super cool and private platform (aka squirrel's nest) campsites."
Seasonal variations: Facilities may close or reduce services during winter months. At Fort Mountain, one camper noted, "We visited this park in early/mid November for 10 days. Keith and I hiked and played hard every day here - despite the early winter storm, gusty breezes and freezing temperatures that finally gave way to beautiful crisp days."
Reservation systems: Most campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. "This park is full every night and has lots of people in and out daily," reported a visitor at Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA.
Wildlife awareness: Bears are active in the area. At Fort Mountain State Park, "I'll be honest. I've never slept outside of a tent. I've always wanted to, but never had the guts to do it... Two other couples at two separate platform sites had encounters with a bear the same weekend I was here."
Swimming options: Several locations offer designated swimming areas. At Hiwassee River Area, "Most campsites have river view or stream view. One large circle, mostly tent camping. No electric hookup. Water spigots throughout the campground but not directly at each site. The river is smooth until 11am. We went fly fishing right from the campsite."
Playground access: Some campgrounds have dedicated play areas. Chester Frost Park visitors report, "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!"
Activity planning: Structured activities keep children engaged. At Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA, "The campground was clean and the people working were very friendly. The campground is nice. It has many things to do like a pool, cornhole, horseshoes."
Site leveling challenges: Some locations require significant adjustments. One RVer at Fort Mountain State Park noted, "The site had about a 5 inch difference shopping towards the road. I used rocker blocks maxed out (about 4 inches in height) and still was not level."
Parking logistics: Maneuverability varies between locations. The same Fort Mountain visitor mentioned, "There is a telephone pole that is a bit too close on the exit side. Singing out as far as I could, I barely missed sideswiping my camper when pulling out."
Utility reliability: Water, power, and sewer hookups vary significantly. At Whitewater RV Park - Ocoee TN, "The sites are level and concrete with a nice fire pit. Visited whitewater rv park to go rafting on ocoee river. This park is close to everything. We spent the day hiking the mountain next to rv park. Then went kayaking down the river across the street."
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