Best Cabin Camping near Whitwell, TN

Several state parks and private campgrounds near Whitwell, Tennessee provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground offers well-maintained cabins with electricity, running water, and access to the park's hiking trails and waterfalls. Paradise Meadows features a tiny house cabin equipped with a microwave, toaster oven, electric kettle, Keurig, and induction burner, plus a full bathroom with shower. According to one visitor, "The tiny house is stocked with dishes, flatware, and just about everything else you would expect in a fully stocked kitchen." Cloudland Canyon State Park, about 45 minutes from Chattanooga, has 16 cottages/cabins that are "well appointed, well maintained, and absolutely beautiful, and are spaced out to offer a feeling of seclusion."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location and price point. Holiday Travel Park provides three camping cabins for groups of two people and two camping cottages that accommodate larger groups of 4-6 people. KOA cabins at Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West feature basic amenities with one double bed and a set of bunk beds, plus air conditioning. Camp Chet offers more rustic options like the Pepoon Cabin, which includes a comfortable bed, gas heater, and electric lanterns. Most cabins include outdoor fire rings or grills, and many are pet-friendly, though policies vary by location. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months and fall color season when occupancy rates peak.

Most cabin rentals provide beds but require guests to bring their own linens and towels, with a few exceptions like Deer Creek Properties which supplies linens and towels. Kitchen facilities vary widely, from basic microwaves and mini-fridges to fully equipped kitchens with cookware and utensils. Fireside Camp + Lodge offers a communal barn area with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker for cabin guests. Grocery options include a Publix and Walmart approximately 5 miles from Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground, while smaller camp stores at locations like Fall Creek Falls State Park sell essentials like ice, firewood, and basic food items. Visitors staying in more remote cabins should plan to bring most food and supplies with them, as options may be limited in immediate proximity to some properties.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Whitwell, Tennessee (41)

    1. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    43 Reviews
    Lookout Mountain, TN
    12 miles
    +1 (423) 821-9403

    $55 - $56 / night

    "We stayed at this campground in the middle of November 2020 around Veterans Day.  We booked one of the cabins which was perfect (there are several at various sizes).  "

    "The fire ring was a nice size with nice cooking grate. We were directly across from the pool, and it was never loud. The firewood was $5 cash per bundle delivered to your site until 10 pm."

    2. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    182 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 657-4050

    $10 - $270 / 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."

    3. Marion County Park

    27 Reviews
    Jasper, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 942-6653

    "Tent camping along the edge of the river. Fire pits or grills, picnic tables, clean bathroom, and hot showers. If you are a light sleeper, the traffic noise from the highway might be disturbing."

    "Picnic table and fire ring. Easy access to water from site and had two boat launches. Building a second bath house while we were there."

    4. Fireside Camp + Lodge

    9 Reviews
    Sequatchie, TN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 212-3211

    $10 / night

    "Nestled in Tennessee’s Sequatchie Mountain, this tranquil campsite on a private estate’s grassy field is great for nature enthusiasts."

    "Plenty of picnic tables and fire rings. Worth it just for the real shower and toilet! Plus microwave and fridge for communal use."

    5. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    145 Reviews
    Spencer, TN
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 881-5298

    $8 - $32 / night

    "The park offers several campgrounds than can accommodate RV's, tent camping and primitive campsites. There are water and electrical hookups at all sites except the primitive."

    "Excellent state park with multiple waterfalls and trails! Campground C was clean and well kept! Primitive sites have picnic table, fire ring and grill! Bathhouse is nice with warm showers!"

    6. Chester Frost Park

    35 Reviews
    Harrison, TN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 842-0177

    $21 - $30 / 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."

    7. Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA

    26 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 661-7655

    "As exclusively tent campers, I have always steered away from KOAs."

    "The great experience started soon after booking. I booked two non-consecutive nights due to staying here on the way to and from a destination."

    8. Camp Chet

    4 Reviews
    Whitwell, TN
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (615) 586-3478

    $25 - $120 / night

    "Camp Chet is a beautiful camping ground with numerous hiking trails to explore. We hiked to the top of the red trail and hung our hammocks as we enjoyed the blue ridge vista in the sunshine."

    "The camp is perfectly situated in the middle of a picturesque forest surrounded by cliffs."

    9. Tennessee Wall Camp

    3 Reviews
    Lookout Mountain, TN
    11 miles

    "There is a parking lot right off the road after a fun ~30 minute drive through residential roads right on the water, then sites with fire pits are scattered throughout a small clearing."

    "Great sites with fire pits."

    10. Holiday Travel Park

    20 Reviews
    Fort Oglethorpe, TN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 891-9766

    $36 - $105 / night

    "Pet friendly. Big rig friendly. Clean. Dog play yard. Near interstate."

    "Pet friendly. Huge water issue lots of standing water on a lot of sites , ours included . For one night it was manageable. Major drainage problem."

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  • Stephanie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Holiday Travel Park

    Sunny and Open RV Park

    Located just barely on the Georgia side of the GA/TN border, Holiday Travel Park has a community feel with its many full hook-up sites, most of which are extremely close together. 

    We are tent campers and there is not much here if you are not in an RV--they are nestled into the back of the campground, and have the benefit of a large grassy area so kids can run and stretch their legs, but quiet and privacy are still lacking. There is also a dog park located at the campground entrance so the four legged kids can run freely, and a playground next to the dog park, however it is in full sun so will be hot during the summer months--which is the perfect time to use the pool! Unfortunately due to COVID-19 both the pool and playground are closed at the time of this review, but it is good to know they are there once public spaces can open again.

    This campground has two sides; to the right of the main entrance is decidedly more shady while the side to the left gets more sun, and it seemed as though the shady side hosted many campers who were there long term. We even saw one set-up where it looked like someone had a couple of tomato plants growing in containers! These sites are all very close together but still had a peaceful vibe under the shady trees. The sunnier side (sites in the 100s) is where the playground, tent sites, and large grassy field are, so while the sites are still very close together there is a little bit more public space for larger groups or families. 

    There are three camping cabins that rent to groups of 2 people, and two camping cottages; a loft for groups of 4, or a one bedroom for groups of 6. Cabins and cottages have beds (you must bring your own linens), electricity, running water, grills, picnic tables, and the loft has a small kitchen. 

    This is a great stop for campers who want to see the Chattanooga/Chicakmauga area, and it has great amenities for families. However this is not a campground for those looking for a relaxing experience in nature due to proximity to the interstate and surrounding neighborhoods, and the small sites and lack of privacy from fellow campers.

  • Kelly G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2021

    DeSoto State Park Campground

    Primitive campsites with Perks!

    Desoto State Park is a beautiful park with great hiking and waterfalls. The primitive camping area has a keyed gate. Make sure you arrive during business hours so they can get you registered and give you a key. They will also give you a big card with your last name on it that you will put on the campsite ledger board once you have driven through the primitive area and picked from available sites. This ledger board is halfway along the gravel road once you have let yourself through the gate and is also where the common area is. In the common area there are pit toilets, a large covered pavilion, rentable cabins, picnic tables and stone fire rings. Campsites are well marked, each has a trash can (not bear proof since no bears), and a stone fire ring. At registration you will also receive the gate code for the improved RV park so that you can use the showers and do laundry. When you leave you can put your gate key in a Dropbox outside the office.

  • Chris Y.
    Jul. 29, 2020

    Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    Camping Cabins

    This was the second time staying at this campground. 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. They have ac as well. They are small but do the job. The mattresses suck.

  • Shea M.
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    The Gorge

    The park offers several campgrounds than can accommodate RV's, tent camping and primitive campsites. There are water and electrical hookups at all sites except the primitive. There are bathhouses and even cabin rentals for those who prefer that. You can purchase ice, firewood and food at the camp store on property and there is also a place to do your laundry for a small fee. Each site offers a table and grill. All are drive up except the primitive sites. This park has the highest free falling waterfall (256 feet) East of the Mississippi River! There are plenty of activities and hiking to explore just visit the parks website for more information!

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2017

    DeSoto State Park Campground

    This place is swanky!

    This park has it all in terms of overnight amenities. You can stay in a motel style room, log cabins, chalets, backcountry sites, wall tents, improved campsites and primitive campsites. Whatever you're looking for, this place probably has it and all in a beautiful setting. We stayed here while visiting Little River Canyon and it was a good location for our needs.

    The park also has a near little nature center with cool interpretive programs. The improved campsites have hook ups (water, sewer and electric), picnic tables, fire rings and large gravel pads with plenty of room. There are a number of wonderful hiking options here as well. It's a little pricey, especially with the convenience fee and the 13% lodging tax but you get what you pay for and this place is NICE.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 25, 2025

    Paradise Meadows

    Enjoy comfort, luxury, and great hospitality in a small space

    The Tiny House is one of several rental options on this property. (Others include a huge glamping tent and a farmhouse). This review focuses on the tiny house where we stayed for two nights but I have included a few photos of the glamping tent, which was not open when we were there (opens in April). 

    A lot is packed into a small space with so many creative touches. There is a full-size loft bed and a pull-out couch so while you could sleep four people, it would be a bit crowded inside. There is also a screened-in porch with two swing seats, and a table so you could eat outside. 

    Lyn (the owner)’s hospitality is second to none. The tiny house is stocked with a microwave, toaster oven, electric kettle, Keurig, and an induction burner plus dishes, flatware, and just about everything else you would expect in a fully stocked kitchen. There is also a table grill that can be set up on the table on the screened porch. There is a great selection of tea and hot chocolate plus pancake mix, and syrup. 

    There is a full bath with a flush toilet, sink, and shower with fluffy towels. 

    There is a fire pit available to use. 

    This would make a wonderful couples retreat, a mother-daughter getaway, or a place for solo reflection. Chattanooga is located just 25 minutes away and there is a fully stocked gourmet grocery store just down the road.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Go to the website for more information on this and other options at this property.

  • Stephanie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Battlefield Campground & RV Park

    Woodsy Wayside

    Battlefield Campground is an extremely convenient RV park located right of I-75 about 20 minutes south of Chattanooga. It is very easy to get to, but part of that convenience comes with an absence of quiet; the interstate runs directly beside the campground, and is visible from the storage sites across from sites 11-24.

    This is an excellent place for long-term campers, and it includes a nice playground, a pool, and a camp store/clubhouse. We could not get close to the pool or playground as they were closed due to COVID-19, which was comforting that they are taking public safety seriously. Sites include 50 and 30 amp full service, and seven tent sites in the middle of the campground that also include electric. There are seven camping cabins spaced throughout the campground that have outside picnic tables and grills, and beds inside as well as electricity.

    Most of the sites here are nicely wooded, and as the area is slightly hilly there are elevation changes between several rows of sites which allows for a little more privacy than many RV parks offer. 

    Downsides to this park are the highway noise, and the campground roads are paved but in need of maintenance; the road is eroded in a lot of places. 

    Upsides are the sites are shady and well landscaped, and there are great amenities for families looking to stay here for extended periods of time, as well as the proximity to Chattanooga, Chickamauga Battlefield, and Ringold/Ft. Oglethorpe.

  • Morgan W.
    Jun. 4, 2019

    Hobbs Cabin Campground — Savage Gulf State Park

    17.5 Mile loop to Hobbs Cabin

    Hobbs Cabin itself is a primitive shelter, with six wood bunks. Maximum occupancy is six people. Features a wood fireplace and fire ring. Spring is located approximately 50 yards south of Hobbs Cabin. Spring is located approximately 50 yards south of Hobbs cabin. Spring water may not be available during dry conditions. The cabin can be accessed via the North Rim Trail or the North Plateau Trail, which can be combined as a loop for an overnight trip.

    The weather was less than ideal on our trip (rain) but we made the most of it and had the best time! There was firewood left under the cover of the porch, so we had dry wood for the wood fire place. So cozy!

  • Stephanie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    Unrivaled Beauty and Adventure

    My first experience with Cloudland Canyon State Park was on a day hike, and my second was photographing a wedding here--which should set the stage for what type of place this is! 

    The park can be spoken of in two separate sections; the East Rim and the West Rim. The East Rim is home to several cabins, the group lodge, one of the full service campgrounds, and the main trailhead, as well as the ADA accessible overlook trail which is where many of the iconic photographs of this park come from. This side is very popular for day use as the one mile out and back hike to Cherokee Falls draws in campers and people from Chattanooga coming in to enjoy the towering waterfall and the swimming hole below. 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 and playground. The main road to the trailheads and day use area runs past this loop and while there are trees for shade they do not offer any privacy. 

    The West Rim side houses the pioneer camping, west rim loop, the yurt village, and the remaining cabins. We have not been able to see the inside of the yurts, but they are spaced away from each other and off the road, and offer a lot of privacy; the loop that serves the yurts it not connected to any other road, and has a shelter, playground, and bathhouse. 

    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, and has an extremely quiet and peaceful vibe to it. If the east rim is good for those using their campsite as a home base for exploring, the west rim is perfect for campers who want the convenience of a bathhouse with running water and/or the ability to run electric in their RVs, but without giving up the feeling of being immersed in nature. Sites 4-9 are well spaced from each other and great for tent campers and families who want their kids to have room to play, and while site 37 does not have as much privacy being in the center of the loop, it does have one of the most perfect climbing trees I have ever seen in a public campground. 

    There are 16 cottages/cabins, and Georgia State Park cabins really cannot be overstated; they are well appointed, well maintained, and absolutely beautiful, and are spaced out to offer a feeling of seclusion: perfect for winter getaways, or for people who enjoy total creature comforts at night with nearby adventure during the day. Word of advice; cabins 1-5 are on the east rim and the waterfall trail runs almost directly behind them, so there is a loss of privacy there, especially on busy weekends. 

    Finally, the park offers 4 pioneer sites and 30 walk-in backcountry sites. I have not seen these in person yet, but it is worth noting this park has accommodations for every type of camper out there.

    There is not enough good I can say about Cloudland Canyon. About 45 minutes from Chattanooga, it is a must-see for anyone traveling from out of state who want to add adventure to their tour of the city, a home base for the many hiking and climbing opportunities within the park, or just a beautiful and peaceful place to spend a few nights out in nature.


Guide to Whitwell

Discover the charm of cabin camping near Whitwell, Tennessee, where nature meets comfort in a variety of scenic locations.

Cabins are available at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

  • Enjoy a stay at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground, which offers clean facilities and friendly staff, perfect for families exploring the Chattanooga area.
  • The campground features cabins that provide easy access to nearby attractions like Ruby Falls and Rock City, making it an ideal base for adventure.
  • Campers appreciate the well-kept grounds and the option to enjoy campfires, enhancing the cozy cabin experience.

Explore the hiking trails at Cloudland Canyon State Park

  • Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites offers a unique cabin experience with direct access to stunning hiking trails and breathtaking canyon views.
  • The park is known for its diverse hiking options, including trails that lead to beautiful waterfalls, making it a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Campers can enjoy the tranquility of nature while staying in cabins that are well-spaced for privacy, allowing for a peaceful retreat.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities at Fireside Camp + Lodge

  • Fireside Camp + Lodge features a relaxed atmosphere with easy access to hiking trails and stunning views, perfect for those looking to unwind.
  • The campground offers a unique barn hangout space, complete with comfortable seating and games, enhancing the social aspect of cabin camping.
  • Guests enjoy the convenience of communal facilities, including showers and a well-maintained outdoor area, making it a comfortable choice for families and groups.

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