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The best camping near Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park

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Eads Bluff Farm

41 sites ¡ RVs, Tents100 acres ¡ Georgetown, TN
You won’t find a better view anywhere with easy access from interstate 75. Enjoy all kinds of water sports while you’re just 20 minutes from shopping and restaurants in Charlston TN. Up nTo Six guest on this site Kayaks for rent so bring your camping gear and camp with us take a look at Eads Bluff Overlook.. Don't forget to bring your pets as they make any campfire so much better. https://youtu.be/pPBPh2Hdy-o
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$25
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Lil Snowbird Farm Primitive Camping

12 sites ¡ RVs, Tents36 acres ¡ Robbinsville, NC
Private property bordering Nantahala National Forest on Little Snowbird Creek in Robbinsville, NC. 16mi from Lake Santeelah, about 10mi from the Cherohala Skyway. MUST HAVE 4X4 OR AWD VEHICLE TO ACCESS MOUTAINTOP CAMPSITES. Property damage fee of $100 for 2WD vehicles not adhering to rule. 2WD vehicles must camp creekside, sites 1-6. NO AXES, HATCHETS, MACHETES ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY. NO NAILS IN THE TREES TO HANG THINGS. It damages the tree and causes them to die. Spacious camping lots, and great trout fishing but will need a landowner permission slip as little snowbird creek is on private property. Fishing privileges are actually written into property owners' deed on the purchase of land. Amazing views and relaxing sounds of the creek can be heard from anywhere on the property. Many Hiking trails are just a short drive from the property and please be respectful of others' property and no trespassing signs. It’s a kinda bumpy mountain road to get there but the secluded, peaceful and breathtaking views make this location a must-see and adventure.
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Candy Mountain Goat Farm

10 sites ¡ RVs, Tents6 acres ¡ Murphy, NC
Our six-acre solar-powered goat farm is a quiet and peaceful slice of paradise away from the chaos and noise but close to so many places to adventure. Spring is in the air and goats are having kids (babies). Visit during March or April and you may just see a live birth plus play with baby goats! Feed and play with the goats, picnic along our grass-covered brook, hang out around the large fire pit, and rejuvenate while being close to the many Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountain activities. We have two custom-built RV pads with 15 and 30-amp service plus water, along with four grass tent locations overlooking a small brook in a cleared park-like setting. Internet is provided by Starlink Business - high speed, low latency, and great for remote workers. We provide solid service throughout the entire property. Work from the top of a mountain!! IP service is available throughout the property - perfect for Van Life or van living. 200-300 down and at least 20-30 up!! Nearby are numerous hiking trails, lakes, waterfalls, and other outdoor activities such as tubing, white water rafting, and boating. If you just want to chill, you can check out a local swimming hole, We have several options for our guests at the farm, including a small zipline, farm activities, loop trail, massage services (20+yr licensed), spring trail, wine tastings, weekly outdoor movies (on request), and our petting area where you can interact with very friendly goats. KIDDING SEASON Several goats have already given birth and we have some beautiful little kids (goat babies) for you to hold, play with, and take photos. RV/CAR/VANLIFE We can help by recommending and using local mechanics, on-site RV repair (they come to us), solar and power troubleshooting, and good old-fashioned southern kindeness.
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Camping at The Farm On Federal

6 sites ¡ RVs, Tents15 acres ¡ Ocoee, TN
The Farm on Federal is a beautiful 15 acre property in the heart of Ocoee, Tennessee! Park your RV, camper, camper van or even tent camp on our beautiful forested farm. You will have access to many different kinds of sites on our property. We offer full hookup RV sites as well as camper van and car camping sites and even rustic tent campsites! We raise rotationally-grazed, beyond-organic, forest-fed and pasture raised chicken eggs, meat chickens, and pork. Peak into our small-scale farming operation! You will be in the middle of Ocoee - close to all kinds of water adventures on the Ocoee or Hiwassee River and Parksville Lake, or land adventures like hiking, mountain biking and much more in the Cherokee National Forest. Also located only 15 minutes from downtown Cleveland and 45 minutes from downtown Chattanooga. We offer fast Wifi, fire wood, fresh farm products, as well as from scratch sourdough products/baked goods/other tasty treats and much more! For more information, you can view our website. Other Things to Note: While we have well behaved and calm animals, this is not a petting zoo. Please do not approach the animals. Also, all fences are hot, meaning electrified and on... do not touch!
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The Road Less Traveled RV & Camping

1 site ¡ RV, Tent4 acres ¡ Delano, TN
Experience the charm of East Tennessee near the Great Smoky Mountain range! Our campsite is conveniently situated across the highway from the Hiwassee/Ocoee River State Park, offering a plethora of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, and hunting. The nearby rivers and lakes add to the natural beauty of the region. Conveniently located on Route 411, our campsite provides an excellent route between Knoxville and Chattanooga. We have a deep love for all things East Tennessee and extend a warm invitation for you to join us for a night or perhaps an extended stay. Embrace the natural wonders and outdoor adventures that East Tennessee has to offer!
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Mountain Creek Rest

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents41 acres ¡ Robbinsville, NC
Heartstone tent site is a stunningly beautiful, romantic, and very, very private campsite for 2! There is a new, large tent pad if you would like to invite friends! Islandsite is an equally beautiful tent site ideally for two, but the 10x12 platform can accommodate a 6-man tent, best for 2 adults and a couple of kids! You won't want to leave, but if you do there are many recreational opportunities in the area such as hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, and more! Stays of 4 days or more get a big discount! Enjoy the fresh, cooler mountain air, and the beautiful, private settings! Heartstone is located on a modestly pitched, terraced slope where a divided mountain stream, the tumbling Squally Creek rejoins itself! The sunlight filters down through the forest canopy providing a warm, inviting glow!! There is a 9'-6" x 10' wooden tent platform, and if needed a new, larger tent pad! Islandsite is located at the top of the island where the tumbling Squally Creek divides! Access is provided by the 40' long fallen tree bridge! Islandsite is unique, private, and very romantic! Both Heartstone and Islandsite feature a picnic table, charcoal grille, and comfort facility all within a short walk from your private parking! Enjoy evenings at the new fire pit area with benches overlooking the fire pit and creek! Explore the island on the 400' island trail, or go downstream to a nice pool for dipping! Contact me for discounts when staying more than 5 nights! The gravel road is uneven, and 5" of clearance is recommended. Extra guests are an available option! The property is spacious and there is parking for a second vehicle nearby if needed!
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The Ridge at Stanley Gap

10 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents8 acres ¡ Blue Ridge, GA
Learn more about this land: Glamp your adventure! Pitch your tent next to a mountain stream and let it lure you to sleep! As close as you can get to all the great activities that Blue Ridge has to offer. Right in the heart of the Aska adventure area! 3 miles to downtown, 1 mile to Lake Blue Ridge and the Toccoa River. Just over a mile and you find yourself at the Deep Gap/Flat Creek trailhead for mountain biking and hiking fun. Close to the waterfall trail off of Rock Creek road. Come and feel the breeze as it blows across the meadow as you nap under the trees. It’s a place that the whole family can enjoy! Now with 2 outdoor showers(hot/cold), full bathroom and bike wash. *Please note that the bathroom/outdoor showers and bike wash are located on the outside of the barn which is also a VRBO. Please respect any VRBO renters and use only the outdoor facilities as mentioned. There are firepits at each camping platform location. Please see pictures for Barn and exterior facilities. Thanks for choosing to stay!
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TeePee Village

3 sites ¡ Lodging12 acres ¡ Benton, TN
TeePee Village beneath Bean Mountain & Cherokee National Forest Benton Tn. Between the Ocoee (Whitewater Rafting) & Hiwassee (Trophy Trout) Rivers. 3 TeePee's 20' High & wide on a Round Wooden platform. Equipped Bathhouse for each TeePee. Community Coffee, fire pit, creek, corn hole, HOT TUB TV, Toaster Oven, Microwave and Stink, Just a few miles from The Ocoee and Hiwassee River. The World renown OCOEE River the site of the 1996 Olympic Kayaking events hosts at least 21 Outfitters for booking Whitewater rafting, The Hiwassee a National Scenic River with Trophy Trout River is a lot milder Family Friendly to Float on their own Tubing, Canoeing and Rafting. The Appalachian Trail is not far away Hiking to Benton Falls or Swimming at Lake McKamy or Parksville Lake Scenic Overlooks are in abundance. Train lovers would love the Hiwassee River Rail Adventure all the way to Copperhill and back. The Chilhowee Glider Airport is right down the street featuring Glider Rides. Antique stores and Knick knack shops 6 miles away in Etowah along with 2 Supermarkets and nearby Restaurants the Amish colony for Fresh Grown Vegetables and much more. If you’re looking for Adventure it abounds at TEEPEE VILLAGE in Southeast Tennessee!
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$69
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Your Toccoa River Cove!

3 sites ¡ Lodging11 acres ¡ Mineral Bluff, GA
This property consists of a tributary stream and spring fed ponds less than a half mile above the Toccoa River. It was originally the water source for the surrounding properties prior to the city installing a water system. It is completely private and unspoiled nature, with about a mile of walking trails throughout.Fantastic location yet very private for base camp to access the many activities in this area, or enjoy the Toccoa River. The site includes 2 access points to the Toccoa River. The Gibbs Drive community river access lot has a charcoal grill, picnic table, boat launch, swimming rock and fire pit with chairs. The Toccoa River Forest community river access lot has a big boat ramp. The river is controlled flow and usually at low water from dawn to about 2 pm, ideal for fishing or swimming/wading/boulder bopping. The River release schedule is available online at  the website TVA.gov.  The River has swift current when the dam is opened for release, usually daily.This property is conveniently located in Mineral Bluff, Georgia 30559, just 4 miles off the 4-lane highway (Highway 515/76) and just a short drive to Blue Ridge, Georgia; Blairsville, Georgia; Murphy, North Carolina, McCaysville, Georgia and Copper Hill, Tennessee. It is a paved road drive all the way to the entrance. It is located just a few miles from the center of downtown Blue Ridge with art galleries, many restaurants, brew pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Brewing Company, Mercier Orchard, the Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad, and more! The Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad runs most of the year from Blue Ridge to McCaysville, right along the Toccoa River.  The campsite is equally close to downtown McCaysville, Ga. /Copper Hill, TN. You are a short drive from Lake Blue Ridge, the Chattahoochee National Forest, Brasstown Bald and many hiking trails, such as the Aska adventure area, the Appalachian Trail, the Benton McCaye Trail, and trails in the Big Frog wilderness area, Cohutta wilderness area (largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi) and the Rich Mountain wilderness area. The Ocoee River whitewater center with  the Olympic kayak rapids  and the world class mountain biking trails are less than 20 minutes away. Hiking, biking, fishing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, tubing, boating, swimming, zip lines -- oh my! 
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Quail Run Farm

12 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents120 acres ¡ Chattanooga, TN
We have a working farm with sweeping views of Lookout mountain and only 12 minutes from all the comforts of downtown Chattanooga. Our expansive 120-acre property provides campers with the freedom to choose their camping spots anywhere on the farm. Farm animals include horses, cattle, hogs, chickens, goats, bees, stocked ponds, gardens and much more. We have strategically placed signs throughout the property to help you identify potential neighbors. If you desire the company of ducks, consider setting up camp near our picturesque duck pond. For those who prefer the rustic crowing of roosters to a phone alarm, we have four chicken coops dispersed across the farm. Our horses freely roam the front pastures. The cows enjoy grazing on lush grass and taking refreshing dips in the ponds. They also relish watching the sunset from the hill's vantage point, as it offers the best view on the farm. We are a working farm with staff tending to various jobs throughout the day. We have a map to show some of the popular locations campers have enjoyed in the past, but it is first come first serve. We intentionally leave some of our fields uncut. In some fields, the grass can come up above the knees. If you are picky with the grass, these are pastures on a farm and we do not cut them. We leave that to the animals to take care of. All of our staff are super friendly and happy to help guide you to the best camping spot and answer any questions. In searching for your campsite please note that there may be livestock in and around certain areas as we rotate pastures. Please respect farm rules and do not camp in a pasture with cattle and do not enter any gated area. Potable well water can be located from the blue spigot outside of the staff housing area. Fire rings and chopped wood are ready for you to borrow and return by the outdoor shower area. Our outdoor shower is located by the yurts. We are almost finished building our outdoor bathroom facilities, if you visit before they are complete please use the blue pop up tents or the barn toilet for a real rustic feel. If you are interested in a more posh experience, we have yurts and tiny homes for rent. You may also rent the pool if available and in season. Embracing farm life is not just an adventure but also a valuable learning opportunity, whether you're a family or an individual seeking a taste of the countryside lifestyle. We hope to see you soon on the farm!
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Riverfront Glamping Experience !

3 sites ¡ Lodging3 acres ¡ Benton, TN
Welcome to River Dell Arts and Creations - Enjoy the sounds of nature while staying at one of our unique Hiwassee yurts! One Yurt sleeps 4, we have a total of 3 Yurts on the property with access to Indoor bathroom & shower. Includes all of the following: Cold breakfast on weekdays Hot breakfast on weekends Inflatable hot tubs over looking the Hiwassee river National park , Hiking trails, Tubing/Kayaking minutes away Option for an outdoor art class by a local This To Note: Their are two friendly pets that live on the property that you may encounter during your stay, a cute fat cat and husky dog
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$109
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The Enchanted Forest

6 sites ¡ RVs, Tents11 acres ¡ Hayesville, NC
Five gravel, flat RV sites with electric and water, by a trout creek and dump site on property! Tiny homes on property, hammocks, fire pit and more. 30 minutes away from Lake Chatuge, local brewing companies, local shopping, wine tasting, local artist displays and Marinas on the lake. Hiking, fishing
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The best camping near Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park guide

Overview

About

Class III rapids in Tennessee?? That’s right! At Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park and Scenic River, the rush of adrenaline is never out of reach! Choose your own adventure on either the Hiwassee or Ocoee rivers, where the waters favor beginners as well as expert rapid enthusiasts. Float on down the Hiwassee river for a lazy day in the sun, or go all out on a guided experience of the Ocoee… the choice is yours! And good news for water-phobes. There are tons of hikes and nature walks all over the area for you to enjoy. Bring your camera along to snap epic pics of this gorgeous scenery! Have a blast this summer at Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park!

When to go

The best time to visit Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall, when the park's full splendor is on display and all activities are accessible. Winter can be less ideal, as cold temperatures may limit some recreational opportunities and the beauty of the park is more subdued.

Know before you go

  • Check the park's website for any alerts or closures before your visit to ensure a smooth experience.
  • Wear appropriate safety gear when engaging in water activities and be aware of water levels and conditions.
  • Accessibility varies across the park, so plan accordingly if you require special accommodations.
  • Facilities such as restrooms and picnic areas are available, but it's wise to bring essential supplies.
  • Respect the park's natural habitat by disposing of trash properly and following 'Leave No Trace' principles.

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