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ScoutOld Mill Camp and General Store
The hosts were extremely helpful and accommodating. Very clean and well maintained, little campground. Would stay again on a heartbeat.
RV Camping near Monterey, TN
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RV camping near Monterey, TN spans a range of options from large parks with 100 full-hookup sites to smaller resorts with 30/50-amp electric and big-rig pull-through access. Paradise on the Mountain RV Park in Crossville provides 100 RV sites with full hookups including 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections. The park features level crushed stone sites with adequate spacing for slideouts. "Clean, quiet, accessible to Interstate 40," noted one camper about this newer facility that includes a playground and dog run. Spring Lake RV Resort offers lakeside camping with full hookup sites, while Deer Run RV Resort accommodates big rigs with spacious pull-through sites. Misty Mountain RV Resort has limited sites but provides 30/50-amp electric hookups and is big-rig friendly with pull-through access for larger motorhomes.
Many RV parks in the Cumberland Plateau region require navigation through mountain roads with occasional steep grades. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with several reviewers mentioning spotty connectivity at more remote locations. Most parks remain open year-round, though some reduce services during winter months. Dump stations are available at Paradise on the Mountain and Deer Run RV Resort, with the latter also offering on-site firewood and a market for supplies. A recent review noted that "sites were fairly level" but recommended having leveling blocks available for some of the gravel pads. Pet policies generally allow dogs with standard restrictions, and several parks feature dedicated pet areas or walking trails.
Best RV Campgrounds near Monterey (124)
1. Paradise on the Mountain RV Park
"They have a hand built fireplace under a large overhang near the office. Great space for grilling or hanging out. Surround sound speakers play music for your enjoyment on the patio."
"We are a week into a month long stay and I can’t say enough great things about this park. It’s close to restaurants and shopping, and many places to hike."
Check AvailabilityAvailable next weekend
from $55 / night
2. Spring Lake RV Resort
"64 full hook-up with 30 and 50 amp electric on the sites. Site 1 only had a 30 amp and was the smallest in the campground. They had wifi and cable TV that was available. Sites were fairly level."
"We contacted Spring Lake an hour before arrival and they were super helpful, providing a level overnight pull-through site reservation."
3. Whispering Falls RV Park
"The drive took us along country roads that we wouldn't want to navigate after dark. Check-in was simple, and we entered the gate code and proceeded to back-in site 7."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $65 / night
4. Misty Mountain RV Resort
Check Availabilityfrom $45 / night
5. Deer Run RV Resort
"Tons of shade trees, huge spots and most are pull through! A nice lake on the property with a beach. Also has a big pool! Highly recommend!"
"Our site was very un-level and could not get the camper to auto level. We put our surge protector on and the power at the site kept shorting out. We managed to get slides out then it shorted out."
6. Maple Hill RV Park & Cabins
"Maple Hill campground is a great place to stay,safe,quite, family-friendly very clean.The owners are amazing here!!! Thank u guys for a great stay !"
Check Availabilityfrom $35 / night
7. Sleepy Bear RV Park
8. Brooks Corner Campground & RV Park
"Very nice quiet, rural campground with full hookups and wifi and General Store/Cafe walkable M-SA 11-5pm. It is very quiet and very dark."
"It is right behind the Brooks store and less than a mile from Rugby. Both the store and town are a step back in history."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $30 / night
9. Sleepy Bear RV Park
10. McDermit RV Park
"It has nice amenities and the owners live on site which is good. The sites are large and the one I had offered privacy. I'd stay again. Very pretty and close to Dale Hollow Lake."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $75 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 11 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 20 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 36 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 37 min from Chattanooga, TN
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RV Park Reviews near Monterey, TN
784 Reviews of 124 Monterey Campgrounds
MickandKarla W.
LegendLong Branch — Center Hill Lake
A Big-Rig-Friendly COE Worth Returning To
We stayed here overnight on the way to Gatlinburg and three nights on the way back. GPS and signage was good as getting to this COE was easy. Often you don’t know what you’re going to get at a COE i.e. tight roads, low hanging branches etc. This was not the case as the campground (CG) is big rig friendly. For the overnighter, we checked in at the gate and proceeded to back in site 50 with water and electric (50/30/20 AMP). We had no problem backing into site 50 which sits above the creek that runs through the side of the CG. The gravel pad was fairly level(didn’t need any blocks under tires) with a picnic table, fish cleaning station, fire pit and stand up bbq. For the three nights we were in back in site 37, which was along the fence side of the CG. Site 37 had the same picnic table, cleaning table, stand up bbq and fire pit. This site’s pad was plenty long enough so we could put our toy hauler patio down. For both sites we got 1 bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile. As there is no Wifi in this CG, we used starlink. Since our starlink antenna is not hard mounted, we were able to move the antenna around to get a good signal through the trees. We were surprised this COE didn’t sell firewood nor ice. We enjoyed walking our dog around and even did some fly fishing in the adjacent river. We thoroughly enjoyed this COE.
- MickandKarla W.Legend
Whispering Falls RV Park
Great Customer Service and a Walk to Burgess Falls
We originally reserved three nights at Whispering Falls RV Park but changed our plans to an overnight stay with only 24 hours' notice. The staff was very accommodating and changed our reservation without any fees. On travel day, we called to see if we could arrive early since check-in wasn't until 3:00 PM. Again, no problem! Awesome customer service. We followed RV Life Trip Wizard GPS along with the directions in our confirmation email, which accounted for a detour due to construction of the new Burgess Falls State Park visitor center. The drive took us along country roads that we wouldn't want to navigate after dark. Check-in was simple, and we entered the gate code and proceeded to back-in site 7. We were impressed with the newer campsites featuring pavers and long pads. Utilities were conveniently placed, making hookups easy. Water pressure was decent at around 45 psi. Campground (CG) WiFi was pretty good at 20.5 Mbps download. We received one bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile, but our T-Mobile Home Internet was unusable, so we set up Starlink. Mature trees surrounded the CG perimeter but didn't cause us any satellite reception issues. Sites were decently spaced, with sites 9 and 10 looking like great choices for those traveling together. There were quite a few seasonal or permanent campers, but their sites were very well maintained. The CG also had a good-sized, unfenced dog area. One nice feature was being able to hear the falls from sites toward the back of the CG. We especially enjoyed being able to walk directly from our campsite into Burgess Falls State Park and access the trails leading to the falls to include bringing our dog on a leash. The store, which also serves as the check-in location, offered fast food, beer, and basic grocery items. Between the excellent customer service, well-maintained sites, and convenient access to the state park, we would definitely stay here again!
- RRonnie C.
TravelerHowland's Hidout
This 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.
Mark 'Tony' Z.TravelerObey River Park
Nasty Water
The lakes are way low, so our lakeside campsite was not really. With no flow, the lake stunk and had a slimey feel. Too many motors to paddle, too loud, no privacy. I’ll not visit this one again.
Mary D.
GuideCumberland Mountain State Park Campground
4th Time Here
This is our number one favorite place to camp. We are from Knoxville, TN and if we are wanting to camp for the weekend but avoid the drive, this is where we come! Area 1 site 25 is our favorite and we are super excited to stay at 108 and 109 in the future. The campground is beautiful. Area 1 is shaded with plenty of trees around making it feel like you're in a little forest, and of course fall is wonderful. Some sites have sewer. I have T-mobile cell phone and I have 3 bars at 5g and my husband has xfinity and has 2 bars at 4G.
Love this campground!
- EElizabeth F.Scout
Fooshee Pass Campground
Fooshee Pass
It was such a great weekend getaway!! The bathrooms were nice and clean. We stayed in spot 20 and it was perfect! The staff were so kind and helpful. Overall great campsite
don B.TravelerRagland Bottom
Site 5
Nice campground, spaces are a little tight but not bad. Restrooms are clean.
Katie D.GuideFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
A little tight, and the dump station is stupid…but park is beautiful
Loved 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………).
Guide to Monterey
RV campgrounds near Monterey, Tennessee sit at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 feet in the Cumberland Plateau region. The area experiences distinct seasons with cool springs, warm summers averaging 85°F, and fall temperatures dropping to 40-50°F by November. Cell service can be unreliable in certain locations due to the mountainous terrain, particularly in valleys and remote camping areas.
What to do
Fishing access points: Multiple campgrounds offer convenient access to fishing opportunities. Deer Run RV Resort features a well-stocked fishing lake as noted by a camper who mentioned it was "reasonably priced" with "plenty of room for larger campers." The surrounding area also provides access to Dale Hollow Lake for additional water recreation.
Hiking nearby: Brooks Corner Campground offers proximity to Historic Rugby trails. A visitor commented, "It is right behind the Brooks store and less than a mile from Rugby. Both the store and town are a step back in history." The campground's location makes it ideal for exploring the natural and historical hiking options.
Stargazing opportunities: The rural location of many campgrounds provides excellent night sky viewing. A camper at Brooks Corner noted, "Star view on a clear night is awesome due to the lack of nearby city lights." Limited light pollution throughout the plateau region creates ideal conditions for astronomy enthusiasts.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Paradise on the Mountain RV Park receives consistent praise for its maintenance. A recent reviewer stated, "This place is new and well taken care of. Staff are SUPER friendly and helpful... I think this is the cleanest bathhouse I've ever seen." The park's modern amenities stand out to visitors.
Spacious layouts: Many campers appreciate the room to spread out. At Deer Run RV Resort, a visitor observed, "Level camp sites with plenty of room for larger campers." Another mentioned the resort has "huge spots and most are pull through" with "tons of shade trees."
Pet-friendly amenities: Dog owners particularly enjoy designated pet areas. A camper at Paradise on the Mountain mentioned, "There is a great dog trail and a fenced dog run." Similarly, at Owl Hollow Retreat RV Park, a visitor appreciated that "Our dog is able to run for the first time in months here."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Some campgrounds in the area have limited availability during winter months. Brooks Corner provides services from spring through fall, while Breckenridge RV Resort specifically operates "March 1 to November 30." Always check seasonal closures before planning winter trips.
Variable site leveling: Be prepared for uneven terrain at some locations. A camper at Spring Lake RV Resort reported, "Sites were fairly level. I had to use 2 yellow flat blocks on site 1." At Deer Run, another noted their "site was very un-level and could not get the camper to auto level."
Limited amenities at smaller parks: Some smaller RV parks offer fewer services. Misty Mountain RV Resort has only 3 sites and lacks showers and restrooms, while Sleepy Bear RV Park has 21 sites but no shower facilities. Verify available amenities before booking, especially for extended stays.
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: McDermit RV Park offers family-friendly features in a newer setting. A visitor noted it has "nice amenities and the owners live on site which is good. The sites are large and the one I had offered privacy." Paradise on the Mountain also features what one camper called an "adorable playground for the kids."
Water recreation options: Several campgrounds provide water activities for children. A visitor to Deer Run mentioned the resort has "a nice lake on the property with a beach. Also has a big pool!" These features provide entertainment options for families with children of various ages.
On-site food options: Some campgrounds offer convenient dining. A camper at Brooks Corner noted the on-site general store "has Lunch 11-5 Mon-Sat and Breakfast on Sats starting at 830." This convenience can be valuable when camping with children who need regular meal times.
Tips from RVers
WiFi reliability varies: Internet connectivity differs significantly between parks. A guest at Paradise on the Mountain commented, "The WiFi is free and excellent," while another camper mentioned that Deer Run "charge[s] for WiFi." Spring Lake offers WiFi, but signal strength can vary based on site location.
Electrical considerations: Some RVers have encountered power issues. At Deer Run, a camper reported, "We put our surge protector on and the power at the site kept shorting out... Turned breakers back on to turn on a/c and it blew again." Bringing a surge protector is recommended for all RV sites in the area.
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