Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Pioneer, TN

Are you planning a camping trip to Pioneer with your dog? We've got you covered. With The Dyrt, it's easy to find campgrounds near Pioneer that allow pets. These scenic and easy-to-reach Pioneer campsites are perfect for camping with dogs.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Pioneer, TN (121)

    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    1. Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    41 Reviews
    137 Photos
    87 Saves
    Rugby, Tennessee

    Overview

    Bandy Creek is a spacious and modern campground, situated in The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities.

    Recreation

    Numerous trails snake through the Recreation Area, offering mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding for visitors. A swimming pool, along with on-site volleyball court, playgrounds and ball fields, make Bandy Creek an ideal spot for families. The main river of the Big South Fork is also a short drive away, offering fishing opportunities.

    Natural Features

    The Big South Fork is located in north central Tennessee and southeastern Kentucky in some of the most rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau. The park encompasses approximately 125,000 acres including rocky gorges and forested plateaus. Numerous pristine streams unite with the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. Over thousands of years, ceaselessly moving water has carved the sandstone of the plateau into impressive cliffs, arches and chimneys, which are found throughout the park.

    Nearby Attractions

    Located just under 20 miles from Bandy Creek is the Blue Heron Mine, also known as Mine 18, a historic abandoned mining town that has been rebuilt as an outdoor museum. Visitors can hear audio presentations from actual people who lived in the community in the 1950s.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $140 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cove Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cove Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cove Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cove Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cove Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cove Lake State Park Campground

    2. Cove Lake State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    49 Photos
    95 Saves
    La Follette, Tennessee
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 - $55 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park

    3. West Campground — Norris Dam State Park

    28 Reviews
    110 Photos
    5 Saves
    Lake City, Tennessee

    The west side has 50 sites with water and electric hook-up. The west side also has three paved sites suitable for persons with disabilities. If reserved, proper identification will be required upon check-in.

    To get to the West Campground

    From I-75 take Exit 128 (Rocky Top) and turn left onto US-441 S (Hwy. 61) for 2.8 miles until you see the stone entrance sign for Norris Dam State Park and turn left. Follow the signs to the campground, which will have you take your first left at the yellow gates. Follow the road for one mile to the west campground. ***Please use caution, the road leading to the campground is steep with dangerous curves.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Frozen Head State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Frozen Head State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Frozen Head State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Frozen Head State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Frozen Head State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Frozen Head State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    6. Blue Heron Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    23 Reviews
    130 Photos
    33 Saves
    Stearns, Kentucky

    Overview

    Blue Heron Campground is a rustic and spacious campground, situated on the Kentucky side of The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities.

    Recreation

    Numerous trails snake through the Recreation Area, offering mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding for visitors. The main river of the Big South Fork is also a short drive away, offering fishing opportunities.

    Natural Features

    The Big South Fork is located in north central Tennessee and southeastern Kentucky in some of the most rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau. The park encompasses approximately 125,000 acres of both rocky gorges and forested plateaus. Numerous pristine streams unite with the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. Over thousands of years, this ceaselessly moving water has carved the sandstone of the plateau into impressive cliffs, arches and chimneys that are found throughout the park.

    Nearby Attractions

    Just a few miles from the campground is Blue Heron Mine, also known as Mine 18, a historic abandoned mining town that has been rebuilt as an outdoor museum. Visitors can hear audio presentations from actual people who lived in the community in the 1950s. The Big South Fork Scenic Railway Depot is located about 9 miles away in the town of Stearns, which offers train rides and other educational opportunities for campers. More information can be found online at https://bsfsry.com. Additional attractions include the Daniel Boone National Forest and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, offering additional recreation opportunities.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Loyston Point Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Loyston Point Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Loyston Point Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Loyston Point Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Loyston Point Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Loyston Point Campground

    7. Loyston Point Campground

    18 Reviews
    50 Photos
    165 Saves
    Andersonville, Tennessee

    If you want to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Southeastern United States, plan a stay with at Loyston Point. TVA offers hundreds of campsites among its six dam reservoir campgrounds, available from mid-March to mid-November. All six campgrounds are now managed by Recreation Resource Management (RRM) under a concessionaire agreement with TVA. This has allowed an expansion of services that includes new campground stores, wireless access, an online reservation system and more.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Ridge State Park Campground

    8. Big Ridge State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    113 Photos
    109 Saves
    Maynardville, Tennessee
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $8 - $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from TVA Public Land- Fork Bend
    Camper-submitted photo from TVA Public Land- Fork Bend
    Camper-submitted photo from TVA Public Land- Fork Bend
    Camper-submitted photo from TVA Public Land- Fork Bend
    Camper-submitted photo from TVA Public Land- Fork Bend
    Camper-submitted photo from TVA Public Land- Fork Bend
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground

    10. Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    224 Photos
    105 Saves
    Pall Mall, Tennessee
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $23 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Pioneer

696 Reviews of 121 Pioneer Campgrounds


  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    Oct. 25, 2024

    Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    Beautiful, well kept campground…

    We loved Bandycreek campground for it{s scenic beauty….we were there in late October. They leaves were brilliant! The campground was pristine as well as the shower house and bathrooms. So many trails to walk…just make sure you know how long they really are and if they truly are a loop before you head out and take water! The campground was quiet, there was a bustle of activity every morning of park staff cleaning the shower house, emptying the bear boxes and doing general maintenance cleaning up downed branches etc. All staff were met were very friendly. The visitors center was close with staff who were very helpful in answering questions about the area. Our only concern about the place was that it is difficult to navigate if you have a large rv. Ours is a 43 foot fifth wheel. We had a lot of difficulty backing into our site with all the little obstacles but with the assistance of a fellow camper we finally got in. Also the drive into the campsite is treacherous if you are coming from Oneida. It is harrowing to say the least and I would not recommend it if you have a large rv. Hairpin turns and switchbacks, low hanging rocks, and narrow road. We came in the back way which consisted of driving on a well maintained gravel road with barely enough room for two vehicles to pass. So be warned and do your research before you drive in…plan your route! I feel like we barely survived! Ha. But it was worth it and we did survive!

  • Pam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Holly Bay
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Holly Bay

    Beautiful setting

    The sites are nice and wooded.  There is plenty of space between sites to give each camp a little privacy.  We were a drive up, no reservation camper.  They only took cash or check on-site.  Camp host was very nice and helpful.

  • Pam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from True West Campground & Stables
    Oct. 13, 2024

    True West Campground & Stables

    Super Friendly Staff

    We stayed here on a KAT section 2 trip.  Super friendly and helpful staff.   They had campsites, covered wagons, and cabins.  The had a small camp store and sold firewood

  • Pam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from True West Campground & Stables
    Oct. 13, 2024

    True West Campground & Stables

    Super Friendly Staff

    We stayed there while running the KAT section 2.  Great staff.  Lots of room for horses.  They had campsites, covered wagons and cabin space.

  • Pam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jellico Creek Rd Dispersed #1
    Oct. 13, 2024

    Jellico Creek Rd Dispersed #1

    Jellico Creek 1

    There are three dispersed camp sites along this road.  We stayed at the first and largest of the three.  This first site has room for two groups.  It also has a small swimming hole with a rope swing.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Palmers Junction Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Palmers Junction Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    CLOSED.

    I rode all the way over here from Greeneville to check out the area in order to bring a group of friends camping next weekend.

    BUT the entire campground is closed. When I pulled up to the iron gate and saw the sign, it read "CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC DUE TO VANDALISM AND UNAUTHORIZED ACTIVITY"

  • Tripp A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Palmers Junction Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Palmers Junction Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    Closed to Public

    I drove over an hour to get here to find that it is “closed to public for vandalism”. I was very upset by this but obviously nothing I could do. Just wish I knew how to check before driving all the way. But the drive! Woah! So beautiful, I wish there was a way I could find out when it opens back up because I was very much looking forward to camping here.

  • Gary D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground

    Noisy

    Loud Carson road and kids playing basketball til 11:00 pm. They were very loud and vulgar.

    Site had lots of room though. We left after the first nite. Lost our next 2 nites fee but worth the loss not having to stay any longer.

    Staff somewhat indifferent.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from The Crosseyed Cricket
    Aug. 17, 2024

    The Crosseyed Cricket

    I like it

    I prefer playing cricket for physical exercise rather than virtual games like Nulls Brawl. It's a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors, especially in beautiful locations like The Crosseyed Cricket Campground in Tennessee.

  • brody2219 J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Obey River Park
    Aug. 9, 2024

    Obey River Park

    Beautiful and family friendly

    This is a beautiful campground! Very Family oriented.  The park attendants are so nice and welcome families and will help you in any way!  We love going here and feel so safe because the sheriff department  along with the attendants are always coming through.  Some of the nicest attendants, always has a smile and willing to help in any way!

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Williamsburg, ky
    Aug. 3, 2024

    Williamsburg, ky

    Wave!

    Spent 2 nights in July at Kentucky Splash Park Campground. Only reason it didn’t get a 5 star is first needs more shade (there are new trees growing ) and the cut through road is busy in the evening from local traffic. Nice size sites with cement or gravel parking. Cement pads with picnic tables and strangely deep fire pits.

    The showerhouse is in well maintained shape. Plenty of room and hooks to hang your stuff from. Hot water and large shower heads.

    Small playground and pavilion to use.

    Easy walk across the parking lot to the water park. Price not included in site cost. If you get a wrist ban you can get back in for the day.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Lake Cumberland Fall Creek Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    COE Lake Cumberland Fall Creek Campground

    Beautiful and quiet

    We arrived on a Tuesday and left on Friday. This campground has 10 sites on a hill. It is quiet and away from towns. Some sites are close but not bad. The shower/bath house is fairly new and clean. Being on the hill, to get to the lake is a steep walk. They have a set of steps going down the back side of the hill if you want to leave your boat in the water down there. It’s in a hollow off the main lake. The only drawback would be that the dump site was too tight and unlevel for me to feel comfortable trying to dump.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ride Royal Blue ATV Resort and Campground Pioneer, TN
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Ride Royal Blue ATV Resort and Campground Pioneer, TN

    RV Heaven for ATV/OHV/SxS Camping!

    Approximately 4 miles off of exit 144, from I~75. Easy to locate, and a well maintained RV campground! Website has all the info on the different types of sites, cabins and ATV’s. Resources for permits, pricing, and other requirements are also listed. The trails are accessible from the CG. FHUs on Back in and Pull-throughs,bathhouses, on site fishing pond, playground, and Ohhh yes….the ATV wash station! General store is on the right from the entrance, which is awesome! They sell firewood and ice, as well as extreme OHV sporting equipment/gear, snacks, souvenirs….to list a few. Rental cabins are available nearby, for larger families or groups. I believe they thought of almost everything! I would love to come camp here in the fall, as I can imagine that the views are spectacular! They provide WiFi, but my T-Mobile reception was good, at 3 bars.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rabbit Road Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Rabbit Road Campground — Indian Mountain State Park

    Primitive camping at its best!

    Primitive isn’t our mode of camping, but we rode our bikes up the road to check out this beautiful campground. Easy to find, marked with a sign. The road to the campground forks to the left, past the State Park entrance sign. There are plenty of picnic tables and trash cans, before the trails. There is also a mutt mitt station. And an info board, with trail & State Park map.The state park offers 5 trails, pavilions, as well as playgrounds and a lake. Since it’s extremely hot, and there were several areas along the trail with ponds, the biting flies and mosquitoes were active! The camping path and sites were well marked, and sites started at #10, next to the parking lot, and family bathhouse. There are fire pits at each site. The sites are semi private, and 1-9-10 are the most popular sites used, according to the Ranger. No one was camping when we were there on a Sunday afternoon. I posted a video of us biking out of the trail campsites, getting #8, on the right, 9 on left, #10 last, then back at the beginning, to the bathhouse and parking lot.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Indian Mountain State Park Campground — Indian Mountain State Park

    Mountain View Galore!

    Back-in site, FHUs, concrete pad, some shade. Fire pit and picnic table at each site, ours is located behind our site. There are 2 playgrounds, Disc golf course, volleyball area, a beautiful lake(with rental paddle boats for $14 hr) We Bought fire wood and Disc Golf sets, at the campground store. Clean with coded entry Bathhouse, by one of the playgrounds. There is an 18 hole Disc Golf we will be playing. We Love the views, and are looking forward to trying out the 5 trails this weekend! The lake is beautiful with geese and ducks hanging out! We used our Starlink over 100Mps, and our T-Mobile had fair reception. There are also 2 playgrounds at the SP!

  • Tammie P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bean Pot Campground
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Bean Pot Campground

    Awesome!

    We've been traveling full time for the past year and Bean Pot campground is by far the best. Beautiful sites, great owners and staff and alot of amenities. They also have fun activities. Definitely will be back!

  • Alyssia C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagle Rock Resort & Campground
    Jun. 9, 2024

    Eagle Rock Resort & Campground

    Amazing Area

    Eagle Rock Resort & Campground is amazing. If you are looking for a place to ride trails and relax, this is the place. You could seriously come here multiple times a year and still not see all of the different trails. The site manager, Jeff, and his staff was extremely nice and helpful. Always there to please and help make your experience one to remember. I am not the camping type so the condos they have for rent was perfect for my group. Spacious and clean with everything you need. We even had very comfortable king size bunk beds, never seen anything like it before. Cannot say enough great things about this experience. Definitely worth a stay!!!

  • Kayla L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Clayton Geneva Memorial Campground
    May. 29, 2024

    Clayton Geneva Memorial Campground

    Swamp

    Only 2 of the 6 sites are usable if it has rained within a week of your stay. Would not recommend for large groups unless you enjoy sleeping in mud. Would not recommend unless the weather is pristine.

  • Jess S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Patrick’s Point River Camp
    May. 26, 2024

    Patrick’s Point River Camp

    A great little getaway spot!

    We will absolutely be back! I’ll be honest, as a visibly queer person with rainbow hair I was a bit nervous about the Bible verses and Christian flag due to past experiences, but Patrick and Angelica were welcoming and friendly the entire time!

    The RV spot with shade was great! It’s right next to the bathroom but everyone is spread out enough it wasn’t an issue at all.

    Strong WiFi, pet friendly, and a beautiful, peaceful spot with very friendly owners!

  • hThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Palmers Junction Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
    May. 13, 2024

    Palmers Junction Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    Not too shabby for the south

    Lots of lil cozy pull offs on an easy gravel road. Lots of longer term people staying it seemed like (or just really full send camping friends lol). Many fire rings and spots by the lake. Unfortunately the other reviews are right - A decent amount of trash. There are trash cans and porta potties. I’ve seen worse porta potties at festivals but there were a few stinky ones.

  • Greg L.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Campground — Norris Dam State Park
    May. 12, 2024

    West Campground — Norris Dam State Park

    Site #2

    We stayed at site #2 which was nice but had soft ground from prior rain (when other sites had already dried up well). There were a lot of headlights on us from traffic entering the campground, even up til MIDNIGHT on Saturday. I would stay here again but would choose a site more towards the backside of the loop for less traffic going by your site

  • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilderness Road State Park Campground
    May. 1, 2024

    Wilderness Road State Park Campground

    Very mixed bag

    This campground had some good features: hookups and bathhouse were good, location is very pretty, staff clearly take good care of things. Mostly older folks mid week so pretty quiet.

    But for some reason there is a path that goes through several campsites. We booked one of these sites without knowing (B12), which meant we had strangers walking through our campsite all the time. Our dogs hated it and so did we! Also sites are close together, most aren’t level, and some are in clear disrepair. They also do a good job cleaning the bathhouses, but they do it from 8-9am which is also when many people are trying to use them.



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  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Pioneer, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Pioneer, TN is Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area with a 4.7-star rating from 41 reviews.

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