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Top-rated campgrounds
90% (290)
Top-rated campgrounds
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Rob
2 weeks ago
12 ft campervan
Very quiet and scenic. I will be back if I can talk my wife into it. Creek was dry, but did not detract from a good stay.
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Kara
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great stay! Super cozy and perfect for a weekend getaway!
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alana
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
It was perfect for my traveling needs. I spent majority of my time during the day hiking in GA/TN so it’s perfect to return to in the late afternoon to relax. The Bath House was very clean and the dogs that roam the property are very friendly. The trains were a bit loud and busy during the night, but it is manageable to sleep through if you’re good at tuning it out. Overall, it’s great for a place to set up camp for the night and wake up early to continue a drive or to hit the trails.
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David E.
October 2025
19 ft Class B
With pets
This is a beautiful site and it is nice and quiet. We used it as a stop over on a trip to LA and will use it again in a week or so. The trains are a little loud but I slept through them.
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James
October 2025
Tent
Cute place. A little loud at night with the trains going through however, my kids slipped through it just fine.
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Blizzard
October 2025
25 ft travel trailer
Wow, just wow. This beautiful camp was exactly what my soul needed. Imagine...awaking to glistening rays of sunshine filtering through the trees to touch the morning moisture on the grass. The canopies of trees provide abundant shade for your campsite, and the little woodland critters that come out to play chase around the tree trunks. Evening shadows bring a peaceful feeling as the crickets sing their choruses. Evening becomes night with minimal light invasion to set the stage for star filled skies. The campsites are dotted spaciously throughout the campground, allowing a not-often-found level of quiet for all campers. My visit to the area was quite stressful and this amazing gem of gated natural surroundings, nestled in the Tennessee foothills was exactly the cure. Soul restoring at its best, thank you Thomas! I look forward to visiting again with time to take in more of the historical side of this area. I highly reccomend Running Water Creek Campground to all tent campers, small camp trailers and folks who would enjoy an inviting A-Frame cabin nestled in the trees. The delightful added bonus was visiting with the adorable, friendly hounds. Definitely brought a smile to see them for a wee moment each day.
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Donovan
October 2025
Tent
Running Water Creek Campground is an absolute hidden gem and a must-visit for any nature lover! The location is stunning, offering breathtaking, panoramic views of the surrounding mountains that provide a perfect backdrop for every sunrise and campfire. Beyond the natural beauty, the atmosphere here feels wonderfully secure. The sites are well-maintained, and the friendly staff and the sense of community create a truly safe and welcoming environment. We felt completely at ease throughout our entire stay and can’t wait to return to this peaceful mountain retreat. Highly recommended!
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Julie
October 2025
15 ft campervan
Raccoon Mountain is up a gently-winding hill above a lovely golf-course community. The campground is well-maintained. Some shady, some sunny sites. We had a shady spot near the camp office & were very happy there! While feeling far away from city life, it is
just a few miles from Chattanooga with so much to do. Great place for dogs & children.
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Jon
September 2025
21 ft travel trailer
Raccoon Mountain Caverns has easy access from I-24 and is situated in a quiet valley with a stunning view of Lookout Mountain. Check-in was quick and the facilities were neat and clean. The RV sites are well-maintained and spacious. Will definitely visit again!
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Bob
September 2025
30 ft travel trailer
This campground is awesome. Quiet and an awesome dog park and lake and good hiking. We loved it . And the food in the local small town was sooooo good we had good time.
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Lea
September 2025
16 ft travel trailer
Very comfortable. Only negative is the amount of street lights that dampen the fireside mood. However, it makes for a safe environment and staff is extremely friendly and helpful. I will stay again. Thank you!
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Tiffany
September 2025
Tent
We had an amazing time at Thomas’ land! It was so private and secluded we felt like we had the place to ourselves. Directions were clear and easy to follow. We highly recommend this place to those wanting to go off the grid for a night or 2
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Russell
September 2025
16 ft car
I really enjoyed my stay. The site was very private and the host communicated very well. I would definitely stay there again.
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Ashton
September 2025
Tent
We had a great stay for the night at Running Water Campground. There was almost no one around, so it felt very private and cozy! There are several areas around the property for tent camping, some of them you need 4WD to access - but definitely more private. We stayed at the bottom near the bath house since there was a good set up there already. The sinks came in handy for washing our dishes too!
We didn't really mind the trains, but you can hear them. If you are a light sleeper or have kids, maybe not the best spot for you. Everyone leaving bad reviews because of the trains - not cool! Thomas is very up front about it, and good luck finding a better spot in the area. We looked for over an hour for a good campground before we found this gem. Thomas was an excellent host! The dogs were friendly and Thomas even made sure to stop by and thank us for our stay. This is one of my favorite places that I've camped! The view of the stars is so lovely. Highly recommend!
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Joshua
August 2025
13 ft travel trailer
Great park stayed one day on the way to Michigan and 2 days on the way back to FL. Great staff and the bathrooms by the office are updated, big, nice and clean.
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Brittany
August 2025
18 ft travel trailer
Great amenities. Dog friendly. We felt at home with our lil compact camper trailer. We will be back!
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Brian
July 2025
16 ft car
With kids
This is an absolutely beautiful place. The sites are very well kept, the bathrooms/showers were extremely clean too! My son and I enjoyed our stay. We will be back in the future! Thank you!
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Brandon
July 2025
16 ft car
Amazing campground. Nice clean areas. Showers were clean and the dishwashing area was much needed. Only complaint is the train horns all night. Got visited by a pack of super friendly puppies that made the visit.
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Daniel
July 2025
Tent
With pets
Huge tent platform up front, dry firewood, fire ring, circle K down the road, right off the highway, friendly dogs, bonus points because my fire ring had wood in it ready to go. Adorable cabins. Specifically, one right next to the water on the immediate left after the shed. I’d highly recommend the cabins. Little to no bugs.
The negative reviews for this place blew me away. Yes there is a train and it’s loud, fellow campers were silent. I’ve yet to find a campground that is easily accessible from the highway to be completely silent. If that’s what you want you need 4x4 or a backpack full of gear, and in fact if you did there are more spots up the mountain that would be dead silent I bet. Let’s be real here. $25 a night is a good deal for a traveler like me. Firewood looked good. 1 bundle would last the night, unlike other cheap $5 bundles I’ve found. Plenty of dead dry stuff.
My recommendation is get a cabin, bundle of firewood. Go see Chattanooga.
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Kathleen
June 2025
24 ft campervan
With pets
Running Water Creek Campground was a perfect spot to cool off in the shade for a few days. Tom was a great host and has done a lot of work on the property to keep it from disappearing into the forest. Walked a few trails and my dog and I enjoyed the locals dogs keeping us company. I read the reviews and was prepared for the location, tbh it was a perfect boondock spot for my Skoolie! Will visit again as a safe spot on my way through the area.
Thank you again Tom for your hospitality and beautiful spot.
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