Anglers and paddlers looking to base camp near the Ocoee River will find Parksville Lake RV Campground a practical staging point, with Parksville Lake and the Ocoee Whitewater Center both within easy reach. The campground sits within Cherokee National Forest, and a creek runs alongside several of the 16 sites in the loop. Sites 4, 6, and 10 are specifically noted by reviewers as creekside, with the sound of moving water audible from camp. The surrounding tree cover is dense enough to noticeably reduce summer heat.
The layout is compact but well-spaced. Sites are positioned to give each camper reasonable privacy, and several can accommodate two rigs camping close together. Electric hookups are available, though water hookups are not. Water spigots are distributed throughout the loop, so filling tanks is straightforward. A bathhouse sits in the center of the loop and multiple reviewers describe it as consistently clean. Lori B. notes the dump station as "clean and convenient" on the way out.
Large rig owners should plan ahead. Some turns in the loop run tight, and a number of back-in sites are narrow. Pull-through spots are limited. Scott H. stayed in a 35-foot trailer and flagged the tight turns, recommending that large rig owners call ahead to confirm site fit. The access road has also drawn rough-road mentions from reviewers, so towing rigs should factor that in. Reservations are available and worth booking early, as sites fill up. The campground is open year-round, and rates run $20 to $40 per night, with a senior discount available.
Proximity to the Ocoee River makes this campground a natural fit for whitewater trips. The Ocoee Whitewater Center nearby hosted the 1996 Atlanta Olympics canoe and kayak events, and water release schedules are posted online. Timing a visit around a scheduled release adds a distinct element to the trip. Nearby alternatives include Parksville Lake Pullouts -- Cherokee NF (Hwy 64) and Ocoee River Area for campers who want more dispersed or riverside options in the same corridor. Anglers, paddlers, and rafters who want electric hookups and attentive camp hosts will get the most out of this spot.
Description
Overview
Located near Parksville Lake, Parksville Lake RV Campground offers well-shaded and nicely spaced campsites accommodating larger RVs. Several sites offer the opportunity for two RVs to camp close together and several are located along a small stream.
Recreation
Parksville Lake RV Campground is central location for day trips to the many inviting outdoor recreation opportunities in the area. Visitors to nearby Parksville Lake will enjoy beaches for swimming and boat ramps for water access. The area boasts many miles of mountain bike and hiking trails. Whitewater rafting enthusiasts will want to check out the Ocoee Whitewater Center.
Facilities
Picnic tables, grills, and lantern posts are located at each site. A bath house providing flush toilets and warm showers is centrally located in the middle of the loop. Water hydrants are located throughout the campground. An RV dump station is located near the entrance/exit. Parksville Lake Campground Map and Guide
Natural Features
The Cherokee National Forest is located in eastern Tennessee and stretches from Chattanooga to Bristol along the North Carolina border. The 650,000-acre swath of land is Tennessee's only national forest. It lies in the heart of the Southern Appalachians and is home to more than 20,000 species of plants and animals, as well as many rivers, creeks and lakes.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is conveniently located near the Ocoee River and the Ocoee Whitewater Center (site of the 1996 Olympic Kayak events).
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsParksville Lake RV Campground is located in Tennessee near Benton
Directions
From Highway 64/411 intersection, travel Hwy. 64 east approximately 9.5 miles, turn onto Highway 30 for 0.25 mile. RV sites are located on the left, group tent camping on the right.
Address
3171 Highway 64 East
Benton, TN 37307
Coordinates
35.1168778 N
84.5750139 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/7/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/7/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 25 min from Cleveland, TN
- 48 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 30 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 39 min from Rome, GA
























