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I'm excited about visiting this place and being secluded by all the greenery and enjoying the sound of silence… I heard it was a wonderful place to visit and stay!
RV Camping near Turtletown, TN
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Multiple RV parks serve the Turtletown area in eastern Tennessee, with options for different preferences and vehicle sizes. Whitewater RV Park in Ocoee offers 24 concrete sites with full hookups including 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections. Parksville Lake RV Campground provides shaded sites with electric and water but no sewer hookups, operating year-round with both back-in and limited pull-through options. Top of the World RV near Tellico Plains features panoramic mountain views with water and electric hookups approximately 25 miles northeast of Turtletown. "The RV Campground area is nicely shaded. Several sites were closed due to social distancing. If interested in this area, I would try to lock in a spot as early as you can. There were only a few pull through spots. Many of the sites that you back in to were pretty narrow."
Advance reservations are strongly recommended during peak seasons, particularly fall when leaf-viewing travelers fill parks throughout the Cherokee National Forest region. Most RV parks near Turtletown remain open year-round, though mountain roads can become challenging during winter weather events. Full hookup RV sites range from $30-60 per night depending on amenities and location. Dump stations are available at Parksville Lake and Chilhowee campgrounds for those staying at partial hookup sites. Pet policies vary by location with most allowing leashed pets in designated areas. Cell service can be limited in mountain valleys, especially along Highway 64 between Ocoee and Ducktown. One camper noted that while highway access to Persimmon Creek RV Park is convenient, "Just off a 4 lane highway with easy access to your site. Plenty of room to back in to your spot. There were limited pull-through sites."
Best RV Campgrounds near Turtletown (282)
1. Parksville Lake RV Campground
"Parksville Lake RV Campground is an absolute gem! I had a fantastic stay here. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the sites are nice, spacious, and wonderfully shaded by the trees."
"So peaceful. The campground hosts were phenomenal!!! They made sure all campers had everything they need. They also make sure people are following the rules!!"
5 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $20 - $40 / night
2. Whitewater RV Park - Ocoee TN
"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. The sites are level and concrete with a nice fire pit."
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $50 / night
3. Top of the World RV
"Great Mountain top, RV getaway, water and electric hookup, quiet and pet friendly. Amazing views of the morning sunrise over the mountain tops."
"Quiet, Relaxing and good for your soul.. The owners go over and above with any questions you may have. Very friendly. If you are looking for the "Resort" hustle and bustle this is not for you."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $50 - $60 / night
4. Foxfire of Murphy RV Park
"Conveniently located in Murphy, NC, it's also close to TN and GA."
"Small family owned campground located in the NC foothills. Sites are spacious and meticulously groomed. If you're looking for peaceful and cozy, this is the place!"
5. Chilhowee Recreation Area
"Coming up the mountain has some steep grades and a few switch backs that you can't see around."
"Nice area with picnic tables and beach area. Best thing to us was the hiking trail that we walked with fresh blueberry bushes on our side. Fairly easy trail to see beautiful waterfall. Pet friendly"
26 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $12 - $30 / night
6. Rivers Edge Mountain RV Resort
"This area had all of the amenities listed and was heavily used. Most sites did not have much shade, keep that in mind if booking a stay here during the hot months."
7. Peachtree Cove RV Park
"I have a 43' 5th wheel and was assigned to spot 17, a pull through site. Length wise I fit with room to spare."
"Peachtree Cove RV Park is perfect for quiet camping. Dog run area stream or river at most sites. I had a reservation at Andrew’s Valley Railway Tour highly recommend both of these"
Check Availabilityfrom $59 - $69 / night
8. OCOEE RV PARK
Check Availabilityfrom $45 / night
9. Valley River RV Resort
"New RV resort located outside of the town of Murphy, NC. Convenient location to casino, hiking trails, river, lake, and shopping. Very high end clubhouse, pool, laundry and bathhouse."
"Centrally located right outside of Murphy. Stores and restaurants close and Jeep trails near. Went on backroads through the mountains yesterday and ended up in Tellico TN."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $60 / night
10. Whispering Pines Campground
"This is a lovely little campground with lots of shade and a gurgling creek. They have nice tent sites and all the way up to fitting our 43’ fifth wheel."
"We had a 38' 5th wheel trailer and it nicely fit in our space with room for the truck. "
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
Drive Time
- 56 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 19 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 39 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 44 min from Gainesville, GA
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RV Park Reviews near Turtletown, TN
1488 Reviews of 282 Turtletown Campgrounds
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Michelle A.GuidePeachtree Cove RV Park
Little piece of Paradise
Left Pigeon Forge Tn. GPS took us on an adventure, route 129 The Tail of the Dragon 318 curves switchback and hairpins I was nervous but slayed it. Lol. Peachtree Cove RV Park is perfect for quiet camping. Dog run area stream or river at most sites. I had a reservation at Andrew’s Valley Railway Tour highly recommend both of these
- mmaggie V.
ScoutCandy Mountain Goat Farm
Welcoming, well-maintained, and peaceful campsite
I 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.
Jeff C.GuideParksville Lake RV Campground
Great little campground
Parksville Lake RV Campground is an absolute gem! I had a fantastic stay here. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the sites are nice, spacious, and wonderfully shaded by the trees. We loved the layout of the RV loop, especially the outer section where a peaceful creek flows right past the sites—the sound of the water at night was perfect. The restrooms and showers were exceptionally clean and well-kept. I had Starlink connectivity at my site and my WeBoost cell signal booster gave me up to three bars on AT&T. The campground host was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful. It's a wonderful, relaxing spot, and I will definitely be back!
- TTammy F.Guide
Lake Chatuge Dispersed
A sign on the gate says that the area has been closed "due to vandalism and unauthorized activity".
Adrian C.GuideNorth River Campground
Peaceful, low cost small campground with some creekside sites
This is one of several USFS campgrounds that are within a few miles of each other. The cost is only $8/night, first come first served. The sites are fairly large with about half of them on a wide, clear creek. There is no running water, but there are bear proof trash cans and vault toilets that were fairly clean, but didn't smell great.
There is free potable water and an RV dump station about a mile away at the North River Game Checking Station on River Road near the Spivey Cove campground..
The campsite was clean with picnic table, fire ring, and a lantern post. The fire ring was almost full of ashes and it appears that campers have to clean them out themselves.
The Green Cove Angler store is a couple miles away and has ice, firewood and other camper things.
Unfortunately, while we were there, it was bear hunting season and another camper had multiple barking and baying dogs that went on and on for hours.
Mark 'Tony' Z.
TravelerPoteete Creek Campground
Friendly host, crowded camp
Water was very low and poor quality. Host was friendly but don’t buy his wood - it doesn’t burn well. County water tasted funny, probably minimal treatment. We had quite a hike to the restroom, which wasn’t regularly cleaned.
Alicia B.ScoutTurkey Creek Campground
NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY
Beautiful Campground, but Absolutely NOT Family-Friendly! I rarely leave negative reviews this strongly, but our experience at Turkey Creek Campground was so disappointing that I feel compelled to warn other families. First, I’ll give credit where it’s due. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the creekside sites are incredibly peaceful and serene. It’s a lovely setting, and during the day, the owner is friendly enough and seemingly hospitable. Unfortunately, the hospitality comes to a screeching halt the moment the clock strikes 10 PM.
We were two families camping together with six well-behaved kids who absolutely love the outdoors. We understand and respect campground quiet hours. We weren’t looking to throw parties, blast music, or disturb anyone. But apparently, at Turkey Creek,“quiet hours” doesn’t mean keeping noise to a respectful minimum. It means absolute silence, complete darkness, and seemingly no normal human activity whatsoever.
I’m not exaggerating.
* We were told to turn off ALL our lights at 10 PM.
* We were confronted for opening our vehicle’s trunk because it made a brief beeping sound.
* Our children were startled by a large spider near the bathhouse, and the owner actually yelled at them to be quiet.
* One evening around 11 PM, we were talking quietly INSIDE OUR OWN TENT, barely above a whisper, when the owner approached our tent door to reprimand us for talking.
* On another occasion, he approached us to complain that our children had left TWO STICKS on the ground near the bathrooms. Two sticks! At a campground surrounded by woods, where the kids had just walked down a wooded trail to reach the bathhouse!
And don’t even think about enjoying a little background music while sitting around your campsite. Music of any kind played through a speaker is prohibited, regardless of volume. Apparently, even a little John Denver played quietly while enjoying the mountains is too much to ask. I fully appreciate that some people camp specifically for peace and quiet. We respect that, too. But there is a massive difference between enforcing reasonable quiet hours and making paying guests feel like they’re constantly being watched, monitored, and reprimanded for simply existing. The owner’s enforcement of these rules felt excessive, confrontational, and completely out of proportion to what was actually happening.
Instead of relaxing and enjoying our family vacation, we found ourselves walking on eggshells, worried that the smallest sound, light, or ordinary childhood behavior would result in another confrontation. What makes this particularly frustrating is that our kids were doing exactly what we’d hope children would do on a camping trip: spending time outside, exploring nature, enjoying each other’s company, and making memories away from screens. Yet somehow, even that seemed unwelcome. If we hadn’t already paid for five nights, we would have packed up and left after the very first night. That’s how uncomfortable the experience became.
If you are someone who wants a meticulously maintained campground where everyone retires to complete silence and darkness by 10 PM, Turkey Creek might be perfect for you. But if you’re a family hoping to enjoy a campfire, share some laughs, quietly socialize in the evening, and let your children experience the simple joys of camping, I cannot recommend this place strongly enough AGAINST it.
There are so many beautiful campgrounds in this area, and I cannot imagine choosing to return somewhere that made our families feel so unwelcome. Beautiful property. Extremely disappointing hospitality. Absolutely terrible experience for families. We will never return.
Rowan T.ScoutUSFS 7165
Pretty but next to the road
Very pretty site but its right on the road
Guide to Turtletown
RV camping near Turtletown, Tennessee offers access to the Cherokee National Forest region with elevations ranging from 1,400-2,800 feet. The area experiences distinct seasons with summer highs averaging 80-85°F while winter temperatures can drop below freezing. Many campgrounds in the Turtletown area sit along mountain streams or provide access to nearby lakes for fishing and recreation.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Chilhowee Recreation Area provides access to 25 miles of hiking and biking trails right from your campsite. "We did the Benton Falls hike and it was lovely! 3 miles RT. Fall color was just peaking," reports a visitor to Chilhowee Recreation Area.
Water activities: The Ocoee River offers whitewater rafting opportunities just minutes from several campgrounds. "We stayed here for the weekend when we were rafting the Ocoee. Small Campground but perfect if rafting," notes a camper at Parksville Lake RV Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Foxfire of Murphy RV Park provides walking paths through rolling pastures. "Campground is located at the base of beautiful rolling pastures with mowed paths to walk your dog. Also has fenced dog area," mentions one visitor.
What campers like
Creek-side campsites: Many campers appreciate waterfront sites available at several area campgrounds. "We had a great experience at this little campground. There are several sites along a beautiful little creek. It was peaceful, only the occasional car on the nearby road," shares a Parksville Lake camper.
Mountain views: Top of the World RV delivers on its name with panoramic vistas. "This place is exactly what we've been looking for. HUGE spots, and that's even the 'small' ones. Great views," writes one reviewer.
Site spacing: Peachtree Cove RV Park offers well-designed camping areas. "This is a beautiful, well maintained park with a very friendly and helpful staff. The sights are level and well spaced, and the creek is charming," notes a visitor to Peachtree Cove RV Park.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Internet connectivity varies significantly by carrier and location. At Top of the World RV, one camper noted: "Cell service with T-Mobile not existent. They have WiFi but not very fast."
Bathroom facilities: Campground shower and bathroom quality differs across the region. At Parksville Lake, a camper mentioned: "The bathroom and shower house is small and older, but very clean. The camp host was very helpful and friendly."
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires navigating mountain roads. "To get to this campground you have to go up a steep narrow windy mountain road. The camp sites are distanced well and the entire campground is in the shade," warns a visitor to Chilhowee Campground.
Weather preparedness: The mountain climate can change quickly, especially in spring and fall. Bring layers and rain gear regardless of forecast.
Tips for camping with families
Creek exploration: Streams provide natural play areas for children. "Very clean, decent sized lots. Clean bathroom and shower. Nice little creek flows nearby, had a great experience!" shares a Parksville Lake visitor.
Swimming options: Whispering Pines Campground offers recreational facilities for families. "This is a lovely little campground with lots of shade and a gurgling creek. They have nice tent sites and all the way up to fitting our 43' fifth wheel," mentions a camper.
Hiking difficulty: Assess trail difficulty before heading out with children. "Benton falls was great, but crowded. For a more secluded waterfall experience head to the Rainbow falls," advises a Chilhowee camper.
Campground selection: For families seeking activities, Parksville Lake offers convenience to recreation. "The campground is also in close proximity to a lot of outdoor activities," notes one reviewer.
Tips from RVers
Campground navigation: Many RV parks in the Turtletown region have space constraints. "Only issue with Parksville lake is that it is a tight drive into the sites. Otherwise nice and quiet campground," cautions a visitor.
Hookup variations: Valley River RV Resort offers full hookup sites. "Concrete RV pads with asphalt driveways. Private fishing pond with tranquil waterfall," describes one RVer.
Leveling challenges: Top of the World RV requires proper equipment for stabilization. "Because sites are loose gravel, leveling can be a challenge is your rig does not auto level."
Large rig considerations: For those with bigger RVs, advance research is essential. One Peachtree Cove visitor with a 43' fifth wheel reported: "Length wise I fit with room to spare. However I am 13'6" in hight and there is a cable/power line over this site and site 16 that hangs a bit too low and my AC unit got acquainted with it."
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