Tennessee Campgrounds Articles & Videos

• Camping Around Memphis, Tennesse

  While it is famous as the home of the blues and as the largest city in Tennessee, Memphis also sits on the banks of the Mighty Mississippi and amid the natural splendor of west Tennessee. By camping around Memphis, a visitor can combine Gra… read more

• Tennessee Campgrounds Review

  The Meriwether Lewis Site (Milepost 385) on the Natchez Trace Parkway is a scenic site in Tennessee that includes 32 campgrounds, the Pioneer Cemetery, picnic tables, a ranger station, an historic exhibit and trails. There are also some cam… read more

• Adventure Bound Camping Resorts

  Adventure Bound Camping Resorts is a national chain of nine family-oriented RV-and-tent campgrounds. One major advantage of camping chains like Adventure Bound is that they have a fixed set of standards. Every campground will have its mix o… read more

• Campgrounds in Dickson, Tennessee

  Located about 40 miles west of Nashville, Dickson is a town in central Tennessee with many activities to keep the whole family busy. Attractions range from arts events and classes at the modern Renaissance Center to hiking, biking and swimm… read more

• Places to Kayak in Tri-Cities Tennessee

  In the northeast corner of Tennessee is the Tri-Cities region comprised of the major towns of Bristol, Johnson City and Kingsport and surrounding small towns in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. Kayaking is a popular sport in the… read more

• Campgrounds Near Midway, Tennessee

  Located in northwest Tennessee, the small town of Midway is close to the Kentucky border and just a few miles west of the southern portion of Kentucky Lake. There are several smaller lakes nearby, and Midway's larger neighbor, Paris, has pl… read more

• Campgrounds Near Collegedale, Tennessee

  Situated in Hamilton County, Collegedale shares the Tennessee River Valley with Chattanooga, Knoxville and Elizabethton, Tennessee, as well as other cities in surrounding states. Boating, canoeing, rafting, fishing, swimming, bird watching,… read more

• KOA Campgrounds near Townsend, Tennessee

  Townsend, Tennessee is near Great Smokey Mountain National Park, Gatlinburg and Dollywood. Hiking, mountain biking, fly and lake fishing, canoeing and kayaking can all be enjoyed in the greater Townsend area. Rock climbing and bouldering ca… read more

• Campgrounds Near Norris, Tennessee

  Norris is a city located in eastern Tennessee that is near a number of state parks, such as the 4,038-acre Norris Dam State Park and the 3,687-acre Big Ridge State Park. Fishing and boating enthusiasts will also want to visit Norris Reservo… read more

• Campgrounds Near Cosby, Tennessee

  Nestled on the border of East Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Cosby is 20 miles east of the popular mountain resort of Gatlinburg. Camping in Cosby offers access to many of the same outdoor activities as Gatlinburg, such as… read more

• Campgrounds in Waynesboro, Tennessee

  Dubbed the "Garden Spot" of Tennessee, this small city with a little more than 2,000 residents, is about two hours from Nashville. Visitors can paddle the scenic and slow-moving Buffalo River for small-mouth bass, rock bass and catfish. The… read more

• Monteagle, Tennessee, Campgrounds

  Monteagle is a small community on the Cumberland Plateau in southeastern Tennessee. Monteagle mountain has been a vacation getaway for area residents since the late 1700s, and the plateau's lakes, rivers and forests provide opportunities fo… read more

• Campgrounds in Lookout Mountain, Tennessee

  Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, is an extraordinary destination for all outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy Rock City, a site atop Lookout Mountain featuring ancient rock formations, gardens and breathtaking panoramic views of seven states… read more

• Campgrounds near Cordova, Tennessee

  Memphis is the largest city in Tennessee, so one would not expect its outer suburb of Cordova to be a good place to look for a campground and outdoor adventure. However, Cordova has good access to I-40, the Memphis beltway, and Route 385, s… read more

• Cleveland, Tennessee Area Campgrounds

  Situated in the rugged mountains of East Tennessee, Cleveland has a lot to offer to campers looking for outdoor adventure. The town is conveniently located off I-75, between Chattanooga and Knoxville, and offers a central location for explo… read more

• Campgrounds in Ducktown, Tennessee

  Ducktown, Tennessee is a small community in that mountainous corner of the state where Tennessee, Georgia and North Carolina all meet. It offers countless opportunities for outdoor adventure, as it is encircled by Cherokee, Nantahala, and C… read more

• Campgrounds in Jellico, Tennessee

  Jellico, Tennessee, is a small town off I-75 just inside the state line with Kentucky. The Norris Reservoir system of lakes and Tennessee state parks, with their many opportunities for boating and fishing, are a short drive away. Hikers, cl… read more

• Campgrounds near Muddy Pond, Tennessee

  Muddy Pond, Tennessee, is a small Mennonite community in the East Tennessee countryside, roughly 10 miles off I-40. The area offers a central location for exploring the opportunities for hiking, fishing, biking and other outdoor sports in p… read more

• Campgrounds in Harriman, Tennessee

  Harriman, Tennessee, is just east of the Cumberland Plateau and on the Emory River. The town has a riverfront park and walkway. The river now feeds into Watts Bar Lake and is within a few miles of the Obed Scenic River. Harriman is south of… read more

• Campgrounds in Dover, Tennessee

  Dover, Tennessee, boasts many area attractions such as the Kentucky Lake, Land between the Lakes Recreational Area, Paris Landing State Park and Lake Barkley. The area offers recreational adventures like boating, fishing and wildlife viewin… read more

• Campgrounds in Franklin, Tennessee

  Franklin, Tennessee is close to the larger city of Nashville, but more quiet and laid back than the big city. Most travelers enjoy the area because of the large number of attractions and activities, including museums, golf courses, amusemen… read more

• Little River, Tennessee Campgrounds

  Little River, Tenn., is a small community between Knoxville and Maryville near the Tennessee River. The Little River itself, which is nearby, is a scenic river that runs to the south through Townsend. There are several campgrounds in this a… read more

• Campgrounds in Memphis, Tennessee

  Memphis, located in southwest Tennessee, offers a number of attractions for your entire family. Enjoy the Memphis Zoo, Mud Island River Park or take a river boat ride on the Mississippi River. The Lichterman Nature Center and Dixon Gallery… read more

• Campgrounds in Savannah, Tennessee

  Savannah, Tennessee, is a fairly small town on the Tennessee River. The town is surrounded by many opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Nearby is Pickwick Landing State Park, which is on a huge lake. Also nearby is Shiloh National Par… read more

• Campgrounds in the Manchester, Tennessee area

  The town of Manchester is located on the southwestern fringe of central Tennessee, and offers a range of outdoor activities to campers as well as a mix of public and private campgrounds to choose from. The area around Manchester was the set… read more

• Wears Valley, Tennessee Campgrounds

  Wears Valley, Tennessee borders the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and has several campgrounds that are conveniently close to the area's recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy hiking in the Smoky Mountains, trout fishing in Wald… read more

• Campgrounds in Cosby & Gatlinburg, Tennessee

  Gatlinburg, Tenn., has become one of the most popular mountain resort destinations in the southeastern United States, but it still is a top location for camping and outdoor activities. The surrounding forests of the Great Smoky Mountains Na… read more

• Campgrounds Near Ducktown, Tennessee

  Ducktown, Tennessee, is a small town nestled into the far southeastern corner of the state. Surrounded by rugged mountains, the Cherokee National Forest forms a semi-circle to the north, east and west of town. That places Ducktown at the ce… read more

• Campgrounds in Crossville, Tennessee

  Crossville, Tennessee is best known as the home of the Cumberland Mountain State Park. Travelers visit the area for the hiking, swimming, rafting, nature viewing and other outdoor activities. While the Cumberland Mountain State Park offers… read more

• River Campgrounds in Townsend, Tennessee

  Want the Great Smoky Mountains without all the tourists? Townsend, Tennessee, just might be the place. It bills itself the "peaceful side of the Smokies," and the title is fitting. Townsend is 15 miles from Gatlinburg and on the edge of the… read more

• Campgrounds Near Shelbyville, Tennessee

  An old crossroads town in Middle Tennessee, Shelbyville and the surrounding area offer campers a beautiful setting for outdoor activities. To the north is the scenic Duck River, with its opportunities for rafting, tubing and fishing. To the… read more

• Campgrounds in Erwin, Tennessee

  Erwin, Tennessee, is in a valley between the Great Smoky Mountains and Cherokee National Forest. It also has the Nolichucky River, which is a main draw for outdoor enthusiasts. There is whitewater rafting, as well as some calmer areas for t… read more

• Campgrounds Near Townsend, Tennessee

  Camping in Townsend, Tennessee, presents several options for the outdoors enthusiast. This small Great Smoky Mountains community might disappoint those looking for big-city attractions, but not those whose idea of a great vacation means wak… read more

• Campgrounds Near Gainesboro, Tennessee

  Located on the undulating course of the Cumberland River in north-central Tennessee, Gainesboro is a small town offering a central location to campers of all stripes. The Cumberland River and its Cordell Hull Lake offer fishing and boating,… read more

• Campgrounds near Murfreesboro, Tennessee

  Murfreesboro, Tennessee was the setting for Stone's River, one of the Civil War's most important battles. Today's city is endowed with the excellent Stone's River Battlefield Park, but it's outdoor attractions do not end there. The countrys… read more

• Campgrounds Near Shiloh, Tennessee

  Situated at Pittsburgh Landing on the banks of the Tennessee River, the Shiloh National Military Park was the setting of one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. Today, this part of southwestern Tennessee remains a largely rural place… read more

• Campgrounds near Greeneville, Tennessee

  Greeneville is a great place to base your camp for just about any hiking or exploration adventure in eastern Tennessee. Greeneville has plenty of small-town charm, but is big enough to have about anything you might need. There are plenty of… read more

• Campgrounds Near Manchester, Tennessee

  The town of Manchester is in central Tennessee, approximately 60 miles southeast of Nashville. Manchester is home to the Old Stone Fort Archaeological Park and 85 acres of park land featuring a skate park, tennis courts, picnic areas and pl… read more

• Campgrounds Near Elizabethton, Tennessee

  Elizabethton is found in Northeastern Tennessee near the Appalachian Mountains. Visitors to this area can enjoy hiking a portion of the famous Appalachian Trail or one of the many trails found in the nearby Cherokee National Forest. White w… read more

• Campgrounds in the Mohawk, Tennessee Area

  Mohawk is a small town located in Northeastern Tennessee. The city is approximately 20 miles away from the Smoky Mountains with the entrance to the Smoky Mountain National Park 40 miles away. The area surrounding Mohawk is mostly wooded and… read more

• Campgrounds Near Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

  Pigeon Forge is a quaint town in Tennessee, situated just a few miles north of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tourists and backpackers visit this region to take in the beautiful natural scenery as well as attractions like the Doll… read more

• Campgrounds near Cleveland, Tennessee

  Approximately 20 miles northeast of Chattanooga and close to the Cherokee National Forest is the town of Cleveland. Tucked between the Appalachian Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau, the area offers outstanding vistas and an abundance of… read more

• La Vergne, Tennessee Area Campgrounds

  The cities surrounding the community of La Vergne are chock full of campgrounds and resorts with RV and tent camping sites available. These unique parks cater to niche groups, families and people who want to get away from it all. Each park… read more

• Campgrounds by Washburn, Tennessee

  Washburn, Tenn., is near Crockett Tavern Museum, Cherokee Lake and Big Ridge State Park. Recreational activities in the area include boating, swimming and hiking. The Big Ridge State Park is on the southern shore of Norris Reservoir and ha… read more

• Campgrounds in Cosby, Tennessee

  In southeast Tennessee in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the scenic town of Cosby. Besides spectacular mountain vistas, outdoor recreational activities are plentiful in the area. Whether you want to camp, hike,… read more

• Campgrounds Near Sieverville, Tennessee

  Sieverville, Tennessee, is located in the Great Smoky Mountains. In the area you will find more shops than you could dream of in the towns of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg as well as golf, rafting and amusement rides. A ski slope is located a… read more

• Campgrounds Close to Cleveland, Tennessee

  Cleveland, Tennessee, is located on the eastern side of the state and is near to Chattanooga. Popular attractions in the surrounding area include the Tennessee Aquarium, See Rock City, Ruby Falls and the Cherokee National Forest where you w… read more

• Campgrounds in Sweetwater, Tennessee

  Set right off I-75 on the road between Knoxville and Chattanooga, Sweetwater, Tennessee, is located amid many outdoor attractions. To the west are the Tennessee River and Watts Bar Lake, while to the east is the Great Smoky Mountains Nation… read more

• Chattanooga, Tennessee, Campgrounds

  Situated on the banks of the Tennessee River deep in the Appalachian Mountains, Chattanooga is surrounded by outdoor attractions. The Civil War battlefields of Lookout Mountain and Chickamauga offer hiking trails, as does the Prentice-Coope… read more

• Campgrounds in Lebanon, Tennessee

  Situated due east of Nashville just off I-40, Lebanon, Tennessee, has a lot to offer to campers in search of a little outdoor adventure. The town itself is only five miles south of the undulating course of the Cumberland River, and near Nas… read more

• Campgrounds in Wears Valley, Tennessee

  Wears Valley is at the start of the Great Smoky National Park and offers visitors spectacular mountain views along with many lodging options that include campgrounds. Visitors will find several attractions in the area as well a variety of h… read more

• Holmes Creek Campground, Tennessee

  Tennessee campers who enjoy being in the woods and on the water's edge may enjoy camping at Holmes Creek Campground in Smithville. This mid-size campground in central Tennessee offers a variety of amenities and activities to all of its visi… read more

• Information About the Grasshopper Campground in Birchwood, Tennessee

  The Grasshopper Creek Campground in Birchwood, Tennessee, is nestled among pines and butts up to the Tennessee River. This campground offers modern amenities for campers and outdoor enthusiasts. read more