Lakeside camping near Chattanooga

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Woodybrooke Farm Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents650 acres · Ider, AL
FREE CANOE RENTAL with any booking for Spring 2024!! Pristine property with 4 stocked fishing ponds. Camp privately beside the water and relax in the canopy of our certified Alabama Treasured Forest. Swimming, fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife and bird watching. Amenities and activities available at Woodybrooke: *4 stocked ponds with bream and bass for fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking. *On-site canoe, jon boat and kids' kayaks rental available. *Firewood for campfires for purchase or wild harvest *Pristine private camping in a certified Alabama treasured forest on the southern edge of Cumberland Plateau *Hiking, biking, and wildlife watching opportunities *Potable fresh spring water available year-round. Complimentary coffee and tea. available for purchase farm-fresh eggs. *Hot outdoor shower, composting toilet, and community kitchen with drinkable spring water from the spigot and electricity ay community kitchen. *Electrical available at sites 6, 7, and 8 *Wi-Fi at commons area. Located a short distance renowned Cloudland Canyon, Little River Canyon, DeSoto State Park, Lookout Mountain hang gliding, horseback riding and the artsy community of Mentone Alabama. Located 35 minutes from Chattanooga on southern edge of Cumberland plateau. Easy drive to amazing overlooks. We are 97 miles from Atlanta, 107 miles from Birmingham, 120 miles from Nashville located 5 minutes off interstate! GPS location is 34.70560* N, 85.61740*
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The Falls at Sewanee Creek

11 sites · Lodging, Tents45 acres · Tracy City, TN
45 private acres on our homestead for you to roam. Seven 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. Featuring: * Two gorgeous waterfalls. Each of our stay-sites are located within about 100-150 yards of Fifty-foot tall Miller’s Falls. * A large cave at the end of a short, but rugged hike. * A fairy Village filled with Hollow Oak Tree Fairy homes. The trees 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. It's the Village 2.0 for guests. Or not. Life in the city is OK as long as you can get away frequently. I'm convinced if you love nature and the outdoors, this is the best place to celebrate it.
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Magnolia Campground at Hixson Farms

3 sites · Lodging, RVs12 acres · Chickamauga, GA
Come spend a few days on a real working farmstead. Spend your days petting goats, feeding snacks to the pigs, and listening to cows moo. Collect your own eggs from the coop and fresh veggies from the garden. Then hang out by the campfire or swing in a hammock in the evenings. No tent to worry about. Sleep with the luxuries of a soft bed, hot water, and A/C. Includes free parking and wi-fi. Just a few miles from Cloudland Canyon State Park and historic downtown Chattanooga. Are you trying to talk your spouse into moving to a farm and starting your own homestead? Take a tour of our 12 acres and learn the ins and outs of homesteading. Collect fresh eggs for breakfast. Bottle feed Fergus, our Scottish Highland calf. You’ll be picking out a farm of your own in no time!
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Rolling Ridge Stays

3 sites · Lodging12 acres · Resaca, GA
3 Unique Off Grid Cabins at the foothills of North Ga. Nestled 1 hour north of ATL and 30 mins south of Chattanooga, TN. Located 6 mins from I-75 on exit 320.Check our pictures! This property has a private 1 acre stocked pond for recreation and 3 unique off grid accommodations. No Electric and no A/C. Solar only with Fans. This is a working Family Flower Farm! You will hear noises from land management on Weekdays 9-5. Weekday prices reduced to reflect this! We love meeting our guests, and like to provide unique experiences. The property has a pond and rolling hill views with beautiful dogwoods and pines throughout. Each off grid living space offers direct access to the water and boasts a full array of cooking, cleaning, and living items. This property hosts a full camp bathroom including an on grid toilet, sink, and shower. The water heater is tankless propane to ensure the hot water never runs out. This property is a beautiful getaway This property was also a portion of the northern picket line during the Civil War at the battle of Resaca. Civil war relics are often found right here on the property. ~PET FEE- We are a pet friendly facility. If you plan on bringing your furry friend, please add the "PET FEE" located under Extras when booking.
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The Ponderosa

4 sites · Tents5 acres · South Pittsburg, TN
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT!! We are CLOSING THE POOL ON SEPT 17TH, 2023. 2024 WILL BRING IN A NEW POOL LINER!! YAY!! PLANS TO RE-OPEN POOL FOR 2024 IS MAY!! NO HOT TUB! We lost our hot tub last year due to overuse of patrons from pool partiers. We rent our pool out on weekends but if you would like to have it while you are here let us know and we will rent it to you. $300 all day We look forward to seeing everyone! See Lodge cast iron factory. Enjoy our small town. We're close to Rock City and the Chattanooga choo choo and other great sites in Chattanooga Tn. Enjoy our swimming pool that opens in Late May but closes on the first cold snap, usually end of Sept every fall. Many amenities such as bathhouse, free Wi-Fi, grill, corn hole game and fire pit with wood. South Pittsburg, Tn is the home of Lodge Cast iron! Every year there is a National Cornbread Festival. Bring a tent and stay with us! POSITIVES OF STAYING WITH US 1. We will treat you like family. 2. We supply firewood. 3. We supply gas for the grill. 4. The pool is yours at no charge if there is no party scheduled. 5. We have free coffee in our pool area kitchen. A small refrigerator and a microwave. 6. HOT SHOWERS!! shampoo, conditioner, soap, towels and washcloths provided. 7. Bathroom and sink 8. Back porch to relax on if you choose to. 9. Free Wi-Fi 10. Kayaking in area. 11. Hiking trails all over the Jasper Highlands! very close to us. 12. We have two horses you can pet and spend time with, but don't turn your back on the brown one! she will bite your butt! lol! (This should've been in the negatives, lol!!) Here are the NEGATIVES OF STAYING AT THE PONDEROSA 1. We have 5 German shepherds in a kennel that will welcome you upon your arrival with barking. They settle down eventually. 2. We have a nosy Monkey named Daisy Mae who watches our campers and pool parties continually. 3. We rent our pool out so it may not always be available to you when you're here and the bathroom is shared with them during your stay. 4. Our property is across the street from a scrap metal yard that opens too early.
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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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Sasquatch Farm

104 sites · RVs, Tents128 acres · Orme, TN
Founded in 2020, Sasquatch Farm offers over 120 acres of natural habitat to explore. The property boasts waterfalls, creeks, wildlife, and vast open skies, located on top of a mountain with beautiful valley overlooks. Sasquatch Farm is just 40 miles west of Chattanooga and easily accessible from I-59 and Hwy 156. Enjoy 52 generously-sized RV sites – many large enough to accommodate toy haulers – as well as several secluded tent camping sites. From high atop a mountain peak, you’ll be awestruck by vast overlooks of waterfalls, meandering streams, and dense forest. Book your stay today and explore the great outdoors in this secluded paradise.
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Swafford's Hollow

1 site · RV, Tent739 acres · Pikeville, TN
One of the first parcels in Bledsoe County, TN, Swafford's Hollow resembles almost 740 acres of untouched wilderness. Although the lakes aren't natural, the environmental gain and beauty is amazing. Swafford's Hollow was purchased in November of 2020 by two of the Swafford brothers, with a vision of restoring the property to a pre-colonial environment, allowing wildlife and the ecosystem to thrive. Swafford's hollow is nearly completely forested, has three man-made lakes, two natural streams, a natural pond, many natural wetland areas, and over 27 miles of trails. It is our vision to develop an oak savanna, and spot clear cuts to allow graze land and cover with proper upkeep to develop habitat for many native species that are scarce from loss of savannas.
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RV Pad w/Full Hookups

1 site · RV8 acres · Tracy City, TN
New to HipCamp? Use this code for $10 off your stay with us: https://www.hipcamp.com/i/elisabethc3462c9 Welcome to the Private Reserve RV Pad! Nestled in 8 acres of Tennessee's natural beauty, explore nearby waterfalls, hiking trails, caves, rock formations, and more If you are also interested in booking the on-site cabin, please reach out. You can see it here: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/tennessee-the-private-reserve-cabin-rv-pad-mxvh0e7p? RV Spot with FULL hookups: - grey/black septic connection - potable water via city water spigot - 30amp electric + 4 outlets - trashcans - small deck - WiFi RV pad is gravel, with 50ft2 of turnaround space. The pad next to the deck is 82"x44', however there is space to park beside it if your RV is wider than 82". (Longer utility connectors will be required if you do not park on the gravel pad) **There is a small cabin on the property, however we do not rent the RV pad and the cabin at the same time, so you will be the only one on the property.
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River Ranch @ Summerville, GA

2 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Summerville, GA
Welcome to your private oasis! This 6.3-acre property features a serene lazy river perfect for a relaxing float (available for rent), and a covered RV barn with electricity (30amp) for all your glamping needs. Plenty of space to camp as well. Tent available for rent, which includes setup. Located just one hour north of Atlanta, this property offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. With no bathroom on the property, you'll truly feel like you're roughing it in the great outdoors. But don't worry, the barn is equipped with electricity, so you can still charge your devices and stay connected if you need to. Book now and experience the perfect combination of luxury and nature.
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Show Nuf Ranch

1 site · Lodging38 acres · Birchwood, TN
Here at Show Nuf Ranch we have a variety of activities we attend to. We grow our own produce and some fruit. We raise our own chicken to eat. We have pigs, horses, chickens, 3 dogs, 3 cats, 2 guinea fowl, 1 donkey and a newly hatched peacock. Our horsemanship is relational so we do not share our horse partner with other people, it’s similar to sharing your spouse…lol. We are happy to share our knowledge and philosophy regarding our equine partners. We also train/gentle mustangs off the range. It’s not really for profit as much as it is for the farm to support itself. Our hosting guests on the farm is another means to support the animals . When you stay with us at Show Nuf we will try our best to make you feel right at home, away from home. We will entertain you as best we can, or we can leave you be to relax. We have canoes and kayaks for you to take over to the lake if it’s a hot day and cooling off is what you’d like to do. Whatever you fancy we’d show Nuf try and help.
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Lyric Grin

1 site · Lodging325 acres · Whitwell, TN
A land trust in the Sequatchie Valley, on the edge of the Cumberland Escarpment, featuring a 1000’ elevation change, bluffs, canyons, plateaus, ridges, creeks, waterfalls, trails, and caves with both sculpted and micro environments, all sacred. A close drive to Cumberland Folk School and numerous renowned Cumberland Plateau TN State Parks. We have comfortable beds to come home to after exploring with forest views as you rejuvenate with your hot shower or tub, and replenish with all of the kitchen amenities. Or, book a massage or cave exploration here before enjoying our art gallery with handmade pottery, glass lamp work, kaleidescopes, and copper electroformed magical tools and jewels! Access to our two mile trail and creek (when running,) are granted with your stay so you may explore the local flora and fauna right outside of your door! Our Arboretum trail and guidebook are an excellent way to become familiar with the plants around you! Although there is a noon check out, you may remove your belongings and vehicles from the Mud Dauber site and park at the property entrance and stay to enjoy the land until sunset on the day of your scheduled departure:) ***Please message us to request a Sunday as part of a longer stay. With the expansiveness of this land, for safety, it is important to only explore the area around your site and to stay on the geomarked trails unless you are being guided by one of us. Cave, bluff hikes, and additional on-land adventures extra and by appointment only. Massage therapy available on site.
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Looking to experience the great outdoors near Chattanooga, Tennessee? Hipcamp has over 720 camping options just for you. Whether you're a fan of lakeside living or can't resist the call of the water, our selection of lakefront campsites will blow you away. With options starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $45 per night, you'll find the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Check out some of our top-rated campsites like Belle and Beau Acres (305 reviews), The Falls at Sewanee Creek (286 reviews), and Beech Hollow Hideout (149 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, trash facilities, and toilets. Plus, dive into activities like swimming, biking, and paddling. Start planning your lakeside adventure today!

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