Top 10 RV Parks Near the Chattanooga, TN Area

Top 5 reasons why it is a fun place to visit:

  1. Visit the Tennessee Aquarium
  2. Hike to the Lookout Mountain
  3. Check out the Racoon Mountain Caverns
  4. Visit the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
  5. Visit the Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

List of top ten RV Parks in the Chattanooga, TN area:

(Disclaimer: information is a compilation of researched info as published online and does not necessarily reflect the experience or opinion of the author)

The RV parks have been ranked and are listed from “Most Recommended” to “Least Recommended” based on reviews, feedback, amenities, and preference. Cost was not the primary ranking driver.

Please note that weekend RV families with children might have different needs than full-time RV “snowbirds”.

RV Parks in the Chattanooga

1. Cloudland Canyon State Park-West Rim

Cloudland Canyon State Park-West Rim

Image source: gastateparks.org

Address: 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Road, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
Phone: (800)-864-7275
Hours: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: gastateparks.org
Specs
Pricing: $36/daily, $252/weekly
Total RV sites: 72
Hookups: partial (30/50, water)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No

3,538 acres of pristine nature invite the visitors to recharge at this gorgeous place. From waterfalls to forests to breath-taking vistas, this park is a true gem of America.

What makes this park unique?

“Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, Cloudland Canyon is one of the largest and most scenic parks in the state. Home to thousand-foot deep canyons, sandstone cliffs, wild caves, waterfalls, cascading creeks, dense woodland and abundant wildlife, the park offers ample outdoor recreation.

Hiking and mountain biking trails abound. The most popular hiking paths include the short Overlook Trail, strenuous Waterfalls Trail and moderate West Rim Loop Trail. Mountain biking is available at the newly developed Five Points Recreation Area and along the Cloudland Connector Trail. The park also offers disc golf, a fishing pond, trails for horseback riding, picnicking and overlooks.

Guests seeking an overnight experience can choose from fully-equipped and comfortable cottages, quirky yurts or several different types of camping and backpacking options.”

(Source: https://gastateparks.org/CloudlandCanyon)

What we like about it
  • Quiet
  • Magnificent surroundings
  • Fire ring
  • Picnic table
  • Food lockers
  • Disc golf
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Geocaching
Drawbacks
  • None

2. Chester Frost Park Hamilton City Park

Chester Frost Park Hamilton City Park

Image source: parks.hamiltontn.gov

Address: 2277 Gold Point Cir N, Hixson, TN 37343
Phone: (423)-209-6894
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: parks.hamiltontn.gov
Specs
Pricing: $12-30/daily (military, ADA, county resident etc. discounts available)
Total RV sites: 228
Hookups: partial (50 Amp, water)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No

As a city park, this RV park has basic amenities and different sports options available. The park is clean and there are options for fishing enthusiasts.

What makes this park unique?

This park has a beautiful location, clean bathrooms and tranquil environment. There are many different sites to choose from location-wise and many of the premium sites with waterview require either a 3- or 7-day minimum stay. The sites are also limited to a 14- or 28-day stay max.

What we like about it
  • Lake access
  • Dump station
  • Fishing
  • Dump station
  • Campfire
  • Playground
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Laundry
  • Shelter
  • Boat docks
Drawbacks
  • None

3. R Haven Overnight Family Park

R Haven Overnight Family Park

Image source: www.parkadvisor.com

Address: 7643 Highway 11 South, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
Phone: (706)-657-8334
Hours: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: none
Specs
Pricing: $35
Total RV sites: unknown
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes

This is a small family-owned park that is in a woodsy setting, with RV sites and cabins. Its laid-back atmosphere allows visitors to kick back and take it easy. This park is about 30 miles south of Chattanooga and 3 miles off the main highway.

What makes this park unique?

Some spots are right next to a creek and past visitors state that the access roads and the sites themselves are easy to get to and good-sized. While the park is a little bit aged, it’s cozy and a true rare find.

What we like about it
  • Picnic tables
  • Dump station
  • Laundry
  • Campfire
Drawbacks
  • None

4. Blue Water Resort, RV and Marina

Address: 220 Bluewater Campground Rd, Dayton, TN 37321
Phone: (423)-775-3265
Email: [email protected]
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: www.bluewaterdayton.com
Specs
Pricing: $49-69/daily (based on season and site selection)
Total RV sites: 88
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: Yes
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes

This park is close to Walmart and Lowe’s and has an onsite gas pump, as well. However, the greatest thing about this park is its access to great fishing and gorgeous 360-degree views.

What makes this park unique?

The sites are spacious and level, 40-feet long. There are boat slip rentals with access to Chickamauga Lake. This is one of top 10 fishing areas in the country. In addition, many RV sites have beautiful water views. There are also many restaurants nearby.

Tip for visitors: “ATTENTION: If you are hauling an RV, please avoid Shady Lane and Shipley Basket Road if you are coming from Athens on HWY 30. All incoming RV guests should come in from Double S Road off of HWY 30 using the Truck Route.”

(Source: https://www.bluewaterdayton.com/tennessee-rv-campground/)

What we like about it
  • Picnic tables
  • Firepit
  • Walking trails
  • Cable TV
  • Laundry ($8 unless you are stay at the Lodge, then it’s FREE)
  • General store (for camping and fishing supplies)
  • Stocked pond
  • Playground
  • Boat launch
  • Marina
  • Putting green
  • RV storage
  • River house
Drawbacks
  • None

5. Raccoon Mountain RV Park and Campground

Address: 319 W Hills Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37419
Phone: (423)-821-9403
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: www.raccoonmountain.com
Specs
Pricing: $95-126/daily (depending on site selection)
Total RV sites: approx. 90
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: Yes
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes

Raccoon Mountain Caverns is a cave located in Chattanooga, Tennessee in a band of Mississippian Period limestone, part of the Cumberland Plateau. The RV Park offers access to Tennessee’s highest rated caves.

What makes this park unique?

You can come to tour the cave system, pan for gems, enjoy the peace and quiet under beautiful shade trees, and take in the breath-taking views of Lookout Mountain and Raccoon Mountain. This park is just minutes from downtown Chattanooga.

There are basic and deluxe sites available. Deluxe sites are spacious, shaded pull-through sites. Note: RV’s older than year 2000 are not allowed.

What we like about it
  • Location
  • Nature
  • Crystal Palace Walking Tours
  • Fitness room
  • Bark park
  • Playground
  • Laundry
  • Dump station
  • Club house
  • Gift shop
  • All-sites trash pickup
  • Hiking trails
  • Basketball, volleyball etc.
Drawbacks
  • Pricey

6. Harrison Bay State Park

Harrison Bay State Park

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Address: 7855 Bay Marina Circle, Harrison, TN 37341
Phone: (423)-344-6214
Hours: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Website: tnstateparks.com
Specs
Pricing: $28/daily (14 days max stay, up tp 30 days/year)
Total RV sites: 128
Hookups: partial (electrical, water)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No

This is a beautiful State Park that invites visitors to engage with nature, whether on land or on water. There is great fishing, hiking and adventuring. This park is only 30 minutes away from Chattanooga.

What makes this park unique?

“Harrison Bay State Park is a 1,200 acre park with approximately 40 miles of Chickamauga Lake shoreline, and was originally developed as a Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) recreation area in the 1930s.

Its name is derived from a large bay at the main channel of the Tennessee River that covers the old town of Harrison, and the last Cherokee Campground. The parklands are historically significant because the Cherokee Campground consisted of three villages which were ruled by one of the last great Cherokee Chieftains.

Harrison Bay became the first Tennessee State Park in 1937. This beautiful wooded park is a haven for campers, golfers, boaters and fishermen, as well as picnickers and other day-use visitors from Chattanooga and the surrounding tri-state area.

It has one of the most complete marina facilities available on any of the TVA lakes and all types of boats and water recreation vehicles are allowed at the park.”

(Source: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/harrison-bay) Note: the max length is 56 ft.

What we like about it
  • Clean
  • Fishing dock
  • Centralized dump station
Drawbacks
  • none

7. Chester Frost Park

Chester Frost Park

Image source: parks.hamiltontn.gov

Address: 7872 Causeway Road, Hixson, TN 37343
Phone: (423)-209-6894
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: parks.hamiltontn.gov
Specs
Pricing: $17-30/daily (military and retired discounts available)
Total RV sites: 228
Hookups: partial (30/50, water)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No

This park has an incredible sand beach where one can enjoy water activities, or play sand volleyball with friends.

What makes this park unique?

This park is clean, affordable and a great getaway from the urban hustle and bustle. Bring your RV and water toys and spend the weekend or a week on the lake.

What we like about it
  • Dump station
  • BBQ
  • Paved sites
  • Playground
  • Trailhead parking
  • Level lots
  • Lake views
  • Swimming beach
  • Clean facilities
  • Kayaking
  • ADA-compliant sites available
  • Fishing
Drawbacks
  • None

8. Lookout Mountain/Chattanooga West KOA

Lookout Mountain/Chattanooga West KOA

Image source: koa.com

Address: 930 Mountain Shadows Dr, Trenton, GA 30752
Phone: (800)-562-1239
Hours: 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Website: koa.com
Specs
Pricing: $61-81/daily
Total RV sites: approx. 50
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: Yes
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes

Within 20 minutes to Chattanooga, this park is located on the State of Georgia side. It has a great layout, level cement pads with shade trees and many fun amenities to make great memories.

What makes this park unique?

According to their Website, you can see why this is a popular place to stay at: “Lookout Mountain Chattanooga West KOA is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, with historic Lookout Mountain to the east and downtown Chattanooga only 15 minutes away.

We offer 37 acres of native Appalachian forest with beautiful mountain views. Most of our sites are shaded under a wonderful canopy of beautiful native hardwoods and evergreens. We also offer an exciting variety of activities and first-class amenities with outstanding attractions only minutes away.

We are the closest KOA to downtown Chattanooga, Rock City, Ruby Falls, Incline Railway and all the Chattanooga area civil war sites. Our high-speed wi-fi is free. To provide the best experience, guests will be able to connect all their devices, Internet TV and Netflix accounts for their enjoyment. We are capable of speeds consistently of 100 MB’s per site.  … Hike your way through 25 acres of forest and natural landscape.

Cool down in our soothing saltwater 56,000-gallon free-form pool (depths ranging from 2.5 to 8.5 feet) and dry off under the southern sun on our large deck. The kids (16yrs and younger-call for details) will enjoy the Jumping Pad and get some exercise at the same time!

Try your hand at gemstone panning (in-season months only) or learn how to play Frisbee/Disc golf in our family practice activity field. Your pet will love our 3,200 square foot off-leash pet playground and obstacle course.

Be the first one to score 1000 points on our Mini-Marshmallow Shooter “Shootin’ Gallery”. Play a game or two of outdoor bowling and “knock them all down”. Stay in one of our heated/air-conditioned rustic cabins or camp under the canopy of the forest while enjoying a nice campfire.”

(Source: https://koa.com/campgrounds/lookout-mtn-west/)

What we like about it
  • Central location
  • Laundry
  • Propane
  • Firewood
  • Dog walking service
  • Jumping pad
  • Tetherball
Drawbacks
  • KOA pricing

9. Best Holiday Trav-L-Park

Best Holiday Trav-L-Park

Image source: chattacamp.com

Address: 1623 S Mack Smith Rd, Rossville, GA 30741
Phone: (706)-891-9766
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: chattacamp.com
Specs
Pricing: $56-109/daily, weekly rates available, discounts available
Total RV sites: unknown
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No

Just on the border of Georgia and Tennessee, this park is 10 minutes away from Chattanooga, so that one can do all the tourist attractions while relaxing outside of the hustle and bustle.

What makes this park unique?

This is a small cute park that is a great place for summer vacations, or just to hang out for the weekend. It’s a Top 10 Family RV Park.

What we like about it
  • Surroundings
  • Full hookups
Drawbacks
  • Stay limitations

10. Chattanooga North/Cleveland KOA

Chattanooga North/Cleveland KOA

Image source: koa.com

Address: Exit 20, 648 Pleasant Grove Rd I75, McDonald, TN 37353
Phone: (423)-472-8928
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: koa.com
Specs
Pricing: $43-69/daily (KOA and military discounts available)
Total RV sites: 65
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: Yes
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes

As a KOA Journey, this park is great for extended stay with families, as it offers many different activities. It’s 29 minutes away from Chattanooga and all the city amenities.

What makes this park unique?

This park is standard, with level sites and shade trees. There are fun amenities and activities for guests of all ages.

What we like about it
  • Shelter
  • Playground
  • Horseshoes
  • Laundry
Drawbacks
  • KOA prices

TIPS TO GET TO CHATTANOOGA

Chattanooga is close to the Georgia State line and can be traveled to via US-72 or I-59 from the South or the Southwest. The I-75 is another route for those traveling from the South to Chattanooga. When traveling from the East, the US-74/64 or I-75 are good routes (although the US-74 goes through some windy and mountainous terrain).

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