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Ocoee River Area

The Ocoee River Area in Tennessee features rugged terrain with dense forests and flowing rivers. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, providing varied camping experiences throughout the year. Nearby attractions include the Ocoee River, known for whitewater rafting, and the Cherokee National Forest, offering hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Description

US Forest Service

Cherokee National Forest

View of Parksville Lake in Cherokee National Forest World class whitewater, mountain biking trail systems, environmental education programs, highly developed camping, and scenic byways are a few activities featured in the Ocoee River area. Local outfitters offer rafting excursions in the Ocoee River’s world-class whitewater. The Ocoee Whitewater Center is a hub for outdoor adventure and offers regional information, environmental education, trails and picnic sites. Bike the 30-mile Tanasi Trailcomplex and trails at Chilhowee Recreation Area or take a scenic drive along the Ocoee Scenic Byway (US 64 and Forest Road 77). Popular camping areas include Parksvilleand Thunder Rock Campgrounds, as well as Chilhowee Recreation Area. Ocoee River Area Map Ocoee River Area Guide

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Location

Ocoee River Area is located in Tennessee

Coordinates

35.10448835 N
84.53278097 W

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Site Types

Tent Sites
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Features

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Market
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Toilets
Fires

Drive Time

30 min from Cleveland
52 min from Chattanooga
1 hr 35 min from Knoxville
1 hr 43 min from Rome

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Shana M.

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Reviewed Aug. 15, 2025

Camping Heaven

This has to be one of the most beautiful areas to go camping. 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 Islands. Wow what an amazing overlook. There is whitewater rafting or kayaking nearby convenient shopping nearby like outfitter stores , restaurants and of course convenient stores...All places sale souvenirs. This is one of my most favorite places to camp.

SiteWe stayed just off the side of the highway close to Old Benton Hwy we horse packed to our own little place but I have stayed at the camping areas before and they are very clean sites public restrooms and shower.when available.

Month of VisitMay

Emily Grace M.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 6, 2018

White Water Fun

The Occoee river is an absolute blast. I’ve gone with my family 4 times down the river and once with a group of friends. It is a thrill when you get to go down some of the drops and class 5 rapids. There are several places for primitive camping spots that I’ve seen along the bank. 10/10 would recommend for your next adventure spot if you haven’t been.

Month of VisitJune