Skull Island operates as a Tennessee Valley Authority campground accessible by both car and boat, with nightly rates ranging from $39 to $47. The campground sits on a small island surrounded by water, offering 28 sites with electric and water hookups plus full amenities including showers, restrooms, and a dump station.
Waterfront sites provide direct lake access, allowing campers to step from their setup into the water. "You cant beat waterfront and being able to step outside your tent and see water," notes Isabella H.. The island setting creates fishing opportunities right from shore, with visitors reporting catches of various species. Wildlife sightings include bald eagles and occasional snakes moving through the heavily treed campground.
Site leveling presents challenges for RV campers, with multiple reviewers noting the need for leveling equipment. Pull-through sites are available but vary significantly in grade. The bathrooms receive consistent praise for cleanliness and hot water availability, though the facilities show their age. A small store operates on-site for basic supplies.
The wooded island provides shade but maintains open sightlines between sites. For additional camping options in the region, visitors can explore campgrounds near Soddy-Daisy. Skull Island works well for water-focused campers who prioritize lake access and don't mind uneven terrain.
Description
Sitting on it's separate island, located on Chickamauga Lake in Harrison TN, lies Skull Island Campground awaiting your next camping adventure! The campground offers 68 sites with 50/30/20 amp service, some with waterfront views, and also has a beach area and Camp Store. Our camp store is stocked with non-perishable goods, gear for swimming, pet and fishing supplies, picnic items, and gift souvenir items. We also sell live bait, sodas, ice cream, ice, and firewood!
The campground offers 68 sites with 50, 30, and 110 amp service, with waterfront and non-waterfront campsites. Campers, please check-in at the office/store before going to the assigned site. All sites are graveled. The campground has 2 different bathroom buildings; one of which is a conventional campground restroom with showers; the other has 4 individual family-style bathrooms and includes showers.
Please note: Only 2 pets allowed per campsite. Dogs must be on leashes at all times or crated. Exceptions to additional dogs may be allowed with management approval.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSkull Island is located in Tennessee near Soddy-Daisy
Coordinates
35.24200024 N
85.07300074 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/18/26
Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/18/26- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/18/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/18/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 23 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 25 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 29 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 30 min from Rome, GA
