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Top-rated campgrounds near Dunlap
98% (2.4K)
Top-rated campgrounds near Dunlap
Public campgrounds near Dunlap
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Amaryllis
November 2025
Weekend Trip to The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
We stayed at Jordan's property while seeing a concert at the caverns. This camping experience was really great! We arrived in the dark, but Jordan gave great instructions to find the sites in the back of the property and left lights on near the tent so we could see to set up our stuff. Despite rain all night, we were very comfortable and dry in the tent provided. We would stay again and would recommend this site to others!
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Logan
October 2025
With pets
What a value!!!!!!! 😍🤑
Dirk our host was very accommodating. We felt very safe and secure on site. We really appreciated all the communal amenities like the grill, hot tub, fire pit. Being able to bring pets with no additional al charge, also a big plus. Each teepee rental receives their OWN bathroom (away from the teepee) and each teepee has a mini fridge and air conditioning!! Dirk mentioned they might switch them out for heaters in the cold months. Also not mentioned in the listing, there is a stocked pond on site with small mouth and crappie.
Special tip, the chilhowee recreation area can be reached in LESS than 20 min via Benton Springs road, which is a mildly adventurous, low speed gravel switchback mountain road. Any vehicle should be fine in dry conditions with minimal clearance.
Excited to come back with friends and family!
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Sarah
October 2025
With pets
We had a great time at Hawk's Nest. It was so peaceful and private. We packed a lot of our camping gear, just in case, but barely need to take anything out of the car. Our dogs loved running around and exploring. The bedroom was comfortable and we stayed warm even though the nights were chilly. The location is perfect for hiking. We were able to make it to both Burgess Falls and Rock Island. We hope to make it back and stay longer next time.
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amacita
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
By far one of the best camp experiences I've had! The tents provided were a huge upgrade from my small 2-person tent—spacious, clean, and super comfortable. We stayed at Site #2 with the queen beds, and it was perfect. There was shade all day, a constant breeze, and the layout of the land offered great privacy from neighbors.
The inflatable mattresses included were a great touch and made the nights extra comfortable. Compared to the other campsites, I definitely prefer The Cave Valley—it’s officially on my favorites list!
Jordan was a fantastic host—super responsive, welcoming, and just an all-around cool person to interact with.
🧭 Pro Tip for Future Campers:
Come prepared—bring plenty of water, food, battery storage, and a basic first aid kit. The site is well set up, but being prepared makes the experience even better.
I’ll definitely be coming back—with more friends next time!
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Jess
September 2025
With pets
We enjoyed our stay at Hawk's Nest. Dan and Jo were super to visit with and very accomodating. It was a pleasure to be on their beautiful farm and feel so warmly welcomed. The wild life around the property is amazing. We saw possums, a marching procession of armadillos, the friendly dog Martin, racoons, and heard so many owls at night. I recommend it for a camp get away that will get you super close to Cane Hollow Rec area where you can access the lake and kayak up to the base of Burgess Falls.
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Tanya
August 2025
1 night at The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
We had a great time staying here during our trip to the Caverns. It was easy walking distance, and we appreciated having the camping gear set up for us after flying in from the west coast. Cannot wait to stay again and party in the caves
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Trenton
July 2025
Weekend Trip to The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
Jordan is a super chill host. The yurts are comfortable and the site as a whole is cozily nestled in the woods away from the main road while still being easily accessible by car. I’m looking forward to staying here again in the future.
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Garrett
July 2025
With pets
Dirk was a fantastic host! The site has a great set-up:
- Each Teepee has it’s own bathroom & shower
- Teepee’s equip with surge protector outlets, AC unit, fan, and light
- Gas and charcoal grill work great
- Hot tub seemed to work, but we didn’t use it
The spot is so easy to find, and Dirk met us as soon as we got there to show us around. He was a great host and made sure we had everything we needed. The location is nice and tucked away, so we felt secluded and safe. We were the only Teepee rented the nights we were there, but they seem far enough apart to not hear ovcupants of the other 2.
The TeePee definitely got toasty from about 11 A.M. to sunset, but cooled off nicely as the sun went down. Sleeping temps were perfect (actually too cold so we turned the AC down in the night). Bed was comfortable as well.
My girlfriend had never been camping so I choose this spot with it’s amenities, and we both had a great time! Both the Ocoee and Hiwasse were awesome!
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Larry
May 2025
Weekend Trip to The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
Great place! I stayed for 2 nights. As advertised it’s a big tent, 2 inflatable mattress’s,small table, on a wooden platform and nice fire pit. No showers or water but does have a porta potty, that is well maintained and clean. Jordan was very nice and friendly and responded to my request as needed. Great place to stay if you’re going to the caverns for a show. With in walking distance, about 20 minute and that’s to the amphitheater.Also if weather is dry you’re good with 2 wheel drive but if raining I would suggest 4 wheel. I would definitely go back. Thanks
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Pat
May 2025
1 night at The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
We were going to a show at the Caverns and had plans to camp, but then stumbled across this. We're talking glamping style comfort tucked away in the trees, right next door to the venue. Walked back and forth to the show, chilled by the fire and slept comfortably in a spacious canvas tent with an air mattress but felt like we were on a legit camping trip. Wow!
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Carissa
May 2025
1 night at The Shady Grove @CaveValleyGetaway!
The bell tent on Jordan's property was the perfect spot to stay for a show at the Caverns. Walking distance, and all set up for us so we could just come back and crash. The property is shady and cozy!
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