The best safari tents near Lookout Mountain

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Straddling the border of Georgia and Tennessee, Lookout Mountain offers easy access to the natural wonders and outdoor recreation in multiple states. The mountain is also home Point Park and Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park, and three paid tourist attractions: Rock City, with unusual rock formations, garden, and panoramic views of up to seven states; the 145-foot Ruby Falls, one of the tallest and deepest underground waterfalls in the country; and Incline Railway, one of the world’s steepest passenger railways. Numerous parks and forests near Lookout Mountain offer a wide range of camping options.

97% (795) 9 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Lookout Mountain

Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

1. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

94%
(48)
4.6mi from Lookout Mountain · 131 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Here in Lookout Valley, you’ll have access to stunning views, top-notch amenities, and dedicated, hardworking staff that provides exceptional hospitality. Whether you’re camping with us, staying in one of our beautiful cabins, or taking a tour of our spectacular caverns, you’ll love the tranquility of our retreat. Experience the wonder of a natural underground world at Raccoon Mountain Caverns! Rated as the #1 ‘Thing To Do’ in Chattanooga on TripAdvisor, with over 5.5 miles of passageways, our caverns boast an incredibly well-preserved landscape filled with countless natural formations. Considered one of the most geologically active caverns in the south, you’ll be amazed by the beauty that surrounds you. Don’t miss out on this adventure!
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Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$34
 / night
The Falls at Sewanee Creek

2. The Falls at Sewanee Creek

98%
(686)
29mi from Lookout Mountain · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
45 private acres on our homestead for you to roam. Eight eclectic sites to choose from ranging from primitive camping to a lovely log cabin. All except the log cabin lovingly built by the owner, loaded with creative touches from up-purposed materials. Featuring: * Two gorgeous waterfalls. Each of our stay-sites are located within about 100 yards of Fifty-foot tall Miller’s Falls. * Two large caves at the end of a short, but rugged hike. * A fairy Village filled with Hollow Oak Tree Fairy cottages and bio-luminescent trees that glow after dark. Magical. * Three acres for group camping centered on a well-equipped, covered outdoor kitchen. * Peaceful Meditation Retreats at the Outdoor Kitchen under brain-wave enhancing satellite dishes. * Certified Hypnotherapy Disclaimer: The flow of the waterfall is subject to fluctuations in temperature, seasonal droughts, & rain fall. The most favorable seasons for waterfall flow are fall, winter & early spring. We came to this magical place to found a self-reliant, homesteading eco-community when I retired from corporate life in 2006. It's called the Village on Sewanee Creek, named for the creek 800 feet below the bluff where we are located. I traveled the world as a senior executive for Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin' Donuts, Papa Johns, Blockbuster, 7-Eleven and other retail franchises, making the world safe for Pizza, Ice Cream, Pancakes Video Rentals and American convenience. And I was ready for something more fufilling. I scouted for a place of exquisite natural beauty and I found it here. I bought way too much land just before the real estate bust and learned how to turn a nice fortune into a very small one. I faced challenges and had lots of fun. Now I want to share our experience. If you love nature and the outdoors, this is the best place to celebrate it.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$39
 / night
Greeter Falls Campground

3. Greeter Falls Campground

98%
(327)
38mi from Lookout Mountain · 45 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Greeter Falls Campground! Come to Greeter Falls Campground to Retreat, Relax, Be Refreshed and Get Renewed. Greeter Falls Campground is located less than a half mile from the Greeter Falls Trailhead, adjacent to the Sixteen Thousand Acre Savage Gulf State Park offering over Sixty miles of well-marked trails for every skill level. The Two mile Greeter Falls Trail loop connects you to three awe inspiring waterfalls as well as the nearby Blue Hole swimming area. We offer many recreational options to help you enjoy the area including Primitive Tent spots, Furnished Cabins and Yurts (Military Tents) and RV/Travel Trailer sites (each with electrical and water hook-ups). We offer Seventy campsites: Thirty RV Sites: - Eight Premium RV and Travel Trailer Sites - FHU with Septic and "Pull Thru". - Three Regular Pull-Thru Sites (without Septic) - Seven Regular RV Sites with 30/50 Amp Power and Water Hook-Ups - Seven Back-in FHU RV Sites with Septic connection - Five Small FHU Pull-in Sites with 30 Amp Power *Five of the above RV Sites also have Small Private Dog Parks (call for more info). We also have an RV Dump Station on premises, available 24/7. Twenty Lodging Options: -Six Furnished Cabins: 16' x 16' with 8' x 16' porch. Sleeps Four. Bathroom and Kitchenette. Heat & AC, High-Speed Wi-Fi and Television. -Fourteen Furnished Yurts (Glamping) Sites– on Wooden Platforms with Porches: --- Four 11' x 11' Square Military Style Command Tents --- Ten 16' x 16' Square Military Style Squad Tents Twenty Primitive Tent Sites: - Five Primitive Tent Spots – Solo/Duo - Five Primitive Tent Spots – Group/Family - Ten Primitive Tent Spots - Deluxe Group/Family with Water/Power, (Four on Main Campus, 3 with wooden platforms) Each and every one of our camp sites are unique. So, whether you’re looking for a furnished cabin or yurt or want to find THE perfect RV or tenting site, it’s best to reach out to one of our reservation specialists. They will do their best to match your preferences with one of our available sites. out with any questions you may have, we’ll be happy to • Call: 800-MTN-CAMP (800-686-2267) • Text: 931-800-4376 • Email: Camp@GreeterFalls.com Check Our Camper Reviews.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$31
 / night
Wanderland Campground

4. Wanderland Campground

88%
(4)
6mi from Lookout Mountain · 4 sites
Wanderland is a 70 acre Nature-lover’s dream! Located on Lookout Mountain in Rising Fawn GA, it is the perfect destination for out-of-the-ordinary adventures and amazing natural wonders. With 70 acres of beauty and brimming with wildflowers, scenic views, mesmerizing rock formations, and home to the tallest and deepest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States, Lookout Mountain is the best place to have a magical experience and make unforgettable memories with your group or loved ones! At Wanderland, every decision is made first with an eye towards sustainability and decreasing our footprint on our planet. Wanderland Campgrounds features Primitive campsites throughout the property. The land connects to Cloudland Canyon State Park, which campers will also have access to. Reconnect with nature with this unforgettable escape! Lookout Mountain is the perfect destination for out-of-the-ordinary experiences and amazing natural wonders. Georgia can be divided into five distinct geographic/ecological regions, each with something unique to offer. One of these regions is the Appalachian Plateau. Located in the northwest corner of the state, the Appalachian Plateau is the smallest of Georgia’s five regions, but it is also widely considered to be among the most scenic.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$65
 / night

Straddling the border of Georgia and Tennessee, Lookout Mountain offers easy access to the natural wonders and outdoor recreation in multiple states. The mountain is also home Point Park and Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park, and three paid tourist attractions: Rock City, with unusual rock formations, garden, and panoramic views of up to seven states; the 145-foot Ruby Falls, one of the tallest and deepest underground waterfalls in the country; and Incline Railway, one of the world’s steepest passenger railways. Numerous parks and forests near Lookout Mountain offer a wide range of camping options.

97% (795) 9 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Lookout Mountain

Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

1. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

94%
(48)
4.6mi from Lookout Mountain · 131 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Here in Lookout Valley, you’ll have access to stunning views, top-notch amenities, and dedicated, hardworking staff that provides exceptional hospitality. Whether you’re camping with us, staying in one of our beautiful cabins, or taking a tour of our spectacular caverns, you’ll love the tranquility of our retreat. Experience the wonder of a natural underground world at Raccoon Mountain Caverns! Rated as the #1 ‘Thing To Do’ in Chattanooga on TripAdvisor, with over 5.5 miles of passageways, our caverns boast an incredibly well-preserved landscape filled with countless natural formations. Considered one of the most geologically active caverns in the south, you’ll be amazed by the beauty that surrounds you. Don’t miss out on this adventure!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$34
 / night
The Falls at Sewanee Creek

2. The Falls at Sewanee Creek

98%
(686)
29mi from Lookout Mountain · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
45 private acres on our homestead for you to roam. Eight eclectic sites to choose from ranging from primitive camping to a lovely log cabin. All except the log cabin lovingly built by the owner, loaded with creative touches from up-purposed materials. Featuring: * Two gorgeous waterfalls. Each of our stay-sites are located within about 100 yards of Fifty-foot tall Miller’s Falls. * Two large caves at the end of a short, but rugged hike. * A fairy Village filled with Hollow Oak Tree Fairy cottages and bio-luminescent trees that glow after dark. Magical. * Three acres for group camping centered on a well-equipped, covered outdoor kitchen. * Peaceful Meditation Retreats at the Outdoor Kitchen under brain-wave enhancing satellite dishes. * Certified Hypnotherapy Disclaimer: The flow of the waterfall is subject to fluctuations in temperature, seasonal droughts, & rain fall. The most favorable seasons for waterfall flow are fall, winter & early spring. We came to this magical place to found a self-reliant, homesteading eco-community when I retired from corporate life in 2006. It's called the Village on Sewanee Creek, named for the creek 800 feet below the bluff where we are located. I traveled the world as a senior executive for Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin' Donuts, Papa Johns, Blockbuster, 7-Eleven and other retail franchises, making the world safe for Pizza, Ice Cream, Pancakes Video Rentals and American convenience. And I was ready for something more fufilling. I scouted for a place of exquisite natural beauty and I found it here. I bought way too much land just before the real estate bust and learned how to turn a nice fortune into a very small one. I faced challenges and had lots of fun. Now I want to share our experience. If you love nature and the outdoors, this is the best place to celebrate it.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$39
 / night
Greeter Falls Campground

3. Greeter Falls Campground

98%
(327)
38mi from Lookout Mountain · 45 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Greeter Falls Campground! Come to Greeter Falls Campground to Retreat, Relax, Be Refreshed and Get Renewed. Greeter Falls Campground is located less than a half mile from the Greeter Falls Trailhead, adjacent to the Sixteen Thousand Acre Savage Gulf State Park offering over Sixty miles of well-marked trails for every skill level. The Two mile Greeter Falls Trail loop connects you to three awe inspiring waterfalls as well as the nearby Blue Hole swimming area. We offer many recreational options to help you enjoy the area including Primitive Tent spots, Furnished Cabins and Yurts (Military Tents) and RV/Travel Trailer sites (each with electrical and water hook-ups). We offer Seventy campsites: Thirty RV Sites: - Eight Premium RV and Travel Trailer Sites - FHU with Septic and "Pull Thru". - Three Regular Pull-Thru Sites (without Septic) - Seven Regular RV Sites with 30/50 Amp Power and Water Hook-Ups - Seven Back-in FHU RV Sites with Septic connection - Five Small FHU Pull-in Sites with 30 Amp Power *Five of the above RV Sites also have Small Private Dog Parks (call for more info). We also have an RV Dump Station on premises, available 24/7. Twenty Lodging Options: -Six Furnished Cabins: 16' x 16' with 8' x 16' porch. Sleeps Four. Bathroom and Kitchenette. Heat & AC, High-Speed Wi-Fi and Television. -Fourteen Furnished Yurts (Glamping) Sites– on Wooden Platforms with Porches: --- Four 11' x 11' Square Military Style Command Tents --- Ten 16' x 16' Square Military Style Squad Tents Twenty Primitive Tent Sites: - Five Primitive Tent Spots – Solo/Duo - Five Primitive Tent Spots – Group/Family - Ten Primitive Tent Spots - Deluxe Group/Family with Water/Power, (Four on Main Campus, 3 with wooden platforms) Each and every one of our camp sites are unique. So, whether you’re looking for a furnished cabin or yurt or want to find THE perfect RV or tenting site, it’s best to reach out to one of our reservation specialists. They will do their best to match your preferences with one of our available sites. out with any questions you may have, we’ll be happy to • Call: 800-MTN-CAMP (800-686-2267) • Text: 931-800-4376 • Email: Camp@GreeterFalls.com Check Our Camper Reviews.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$31
 / night
Wanderland Campground

4. Wanderland Campground

88%
(4)
6mi from Lookout Mountain · 4 sites
Wanderland is a 70 acre Nature-lover’s dream! Located on Lookout Mountain in Rising Fawn GA, it is the perfect destination for out-of-the-ordinary adventures and amazing natural wonders. With 70 acres of beauty and brimming with wildflowers, scenic views, mesmerizing rock formations, and home to the tallest and deepest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States, Lookout Mountain is the best place to have a magical experience and make unforgettable memories with your group or loved ones! At Wanderland, every decision is made first with an eye towards sustainability and decreasing our footprint on our planet. Wanderland Campgrounds features Primitive campsites throughout the property. The land connects to Cloudland Canyon State Park, which campers will also have access to. Reconnect with nature with this unforgettable escape! Lookout Mountain is the perfect destination for out-of-the-ordinary experiences and amazing natural wonders. Georgia can be divided into five distinct geographic/ecological regions, each with something unique to offer. One of these regions is the Appalachian Plateau. Located in the northwest corner of the state, the Appalachian Plateau is the smallest of Georgia’s five regions, but it is also widely considered to be among the most scenic.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$65
 / night

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The best safari tents near Lookout Mountain guide

Where to go

Northwest Georgia

At the western edge of Lookout Mountain, Cloudland Canyon State Park offers a landscape of canyons, cliffs, waterfalls, and woods, along with overnight options of cottages, yurts, tent and RV sites, walk-in sites, and backcountry sites. At the Crockford-Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA), enjoy miles of trails, abundant wildlife and hunting, and designated camping areas. Explore Fort Mountain State Park, then overnight in the campground or cottages. Further east, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is a vast area of wilderness with plenty of options for dispersed camping as well as developed campgrounds. 

Tennessee

Just over the border in Tennessee, enjoy outdoor adventures and historic sites at Chattanooga. Harrison Bay State Park in the Tennessee Valley offers lakes and woods, and both primitive and RV camping. White water enthusiasts can float, canoe, or raft two rivers at the Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park and stay in primitive riverside tent sites. Further north, chase waterfalls at Fall Creek Falls State Park and take your pick of several camping areas. Explore the Caney Fork Gorge, rivers and cascades at Rock Island State Park, and choose from tent sites, RV sites, and cabins. 

Alabama

Head west and south to explore the mountains and Piedmont region of Alabama. Camp in the woods of DeSoto State Park, which offers a wide range of primitive and backpacking tent sites, rustic cabins, and glamping tents, along with wildflowers and waterfalls. Lake Guntersville State Park is home to Alabama’s largest lake, golf, miles of trails, and overnight options that include campsites, cabins, and chalets. Nearby Cathedral Caverns State Park offers massive caves, stalagmites, and both a developed campground and backcountry sites.

When to go

Summers are the busiest times at Lookout Mountain. Visit in the fall for smaller crowds, cooler temperatures, and colorful fall foliage. Spring is another good option, and also the best time for chasing waterfalls. Different flowers bloom year-round at Rock City Gardens. The caves at Cloudland Canyon are only open in April, June, July, September, and October. Visit in winter to see frozen cascades.

Know before you go

  • Lookout Mountain is free to visit, but the Rock City, Ruby Mountain, and Incline Railway attractions and Point Park charge entrance fees.
  • Some popular parks require advance reservations for entrance and camping and may limit capacity at peak times.
  • Fishing licenses are required in Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. Georgia also requires a separate trout license to fish in designated trout waters.
  • Be bear aware—black bears can be found in the mountains and woods around Georgia.
  • Dispersed camping and recreation on Georgia Wildlife Managed Areas usually require a license, permit, or pass.

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