The best safari tent rentals near Smithville, Tennessee

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Smithville, Tennessee? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1000 camping options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Explore stunning landscapes, cozy up by the campfire, and bring your furry friends along for the adventure. For those seeking a little extra comfort, check out The Falls at Sewanee Creek, The Slab (by the Barren), or Eads Bluff Farm, all highly rated with hundreds of reviews. Whether you're into hiking, snow sports, or biking, there's something for everyone. Trash, campfires, and pets are popular amenities, so you can focus on enjoying the great outdoors. And with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $30 per night, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Smithville, Tennessee? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1000 camping options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Explore stunning landscapes, cozy up by the campfire, and bring your furry friends along for the adventure. For those seeking a little extra comfort, check out The Falls at Sewanee Creek, The Slab (by the Barren), or Eads Bluff Farm, all highly rated with hundreds of reviews. Whether you're into hiking, snow sports, or biking, there's something for everyone. Trash, campfires, and pets are popular amenities, so you can focus on enjoying the great outdoors. And with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $30 per night, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. The Falls at Sewanee Creek

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47mi from Smithville · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tracy City, TN

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.

2. Greeter Falls Campground

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36mi from Smithville · 51 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Altamont, TN

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.

3. Broken Banjo

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37mi from Smithville · 64 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Manchester, TN

The Broken Banjo RV park Come by way of Nashville or from Chattanooga – we’re halfway between, in the middle of the Secret Smokies, our name for a sequestered wonderland of waterfalls and caves, fantastic formations and bountiful wildlife. Enjoy swimming, splashing, fishing and lawn games, and campfires made for campfire songs. As many ways to stay as there are to play! From cabins to tepees and safari tents, plus campsites for your RV, trailer, or tent – if it’s camping and you want to try it, it’s here. The accommodations are ample, and we’re very strategic in locating the conveniences, close and easy to get to, whether you’re driving your home, pulling it or pitching it. All RV sites are pull-throughs with water, electric and sewer and 20/30/50-amp electric service options. Lodging options include: camping cabins, deluxe cabins, treehouse, teepee, glamping, covered wagon, patios. Please note that not all accommodations are pet friendly. Please check the listing description. Individual tent sites: pond side, creek side and wooded, include pond side grass and sand pads, service options.

4. Due West Hideaways

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8.6mi from Smithville · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Silver Point, TN

Nestled in the heart of Tennessee, Tennessee Glamping Resort: Due West Hideaways is located in Silver Point, Tennessee, we are just an hour east of Nashville, equally distanced an hour and a half north of Chattanooga and west of Knoxville. Due West Hideaways is a private estate, we are an exclusive property where every guest reservation is both important and special to us. The property is a private residence, not a commercial venue for exclusivity. Due West Hideaways is available to discerning guests who are adults looking for a serene atmosphere to enjoy their vacation kid free and dog free. Our Private 20 acre estate offer the majestic views of the water and mountains in the foreground. Whether you are looking for a quiet intimate time with friends and family, or a weekend filled with to an all-inclusive activities to a wedding, we can assist you with the stress-free details. Booking Party has to be 21+ (Glamping Suites) Booking Party has to be 25+ (RV Sites) Booking Party has to be 40+ (Lodge) All guests must be 18+

Stories from the community

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Kelsey

October 2025

With pets

1 night at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

Amazing set-up!! Beautiful location and scenery. I stayed in the glamping tent and it was clean, comfortable, and safe. I went by myself with my dog and she loved having all the space to run around outside the tent. We also hiked down to the waterfall and a little further, and I know there were plenty of other trails nearby too. A perfect getaway! Grant and Becky were super helpful and very sweet! 10/10 recommend booking here.

Jamie

October 2025

2 nights at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

I loved the stay at the Galmping tent. It was an amazing, large area that was mostly private. Having the provided cooking area was extremely helpful. The views were great I found plenty of trails to wander and follow around. Grant, the host, was very social and thorough in providing information.

16x16 yurt, queen bed and two XL twin beds. Very spacious! Fan kept it cool with the window flaps open during the day!

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Lucas

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Greeter Falls Campground

We had a great night in our yurt. It was cold and we forgot our pillows, but we still had fun. All the neighbors were considerate and no wild parties happened that night. We also got dinner at the snack shack and it was delicious. Will definitely again if we go back to the area.

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TROY

October 2025

With kids

3 nights at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

Great family stay with incredibly nice and accommodating hosts. Lots to explore and see.

Chris

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Falls at Sewanee Creek

Glamper was excellent and clean. Perfect place to recharge

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Cody

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Greeter Falls Campground

The campground was a perfect weekend getaway, especially if you plan on doing some hiking! Camp was the perfect distance from some of the best trailheads in the area. As far as the campground goes, I have zero complaints about the campground or the staff. Staff was very friendly and helpful, and we were checked on each day to ensure that we were good and that we didn’t need anything such as firewood. The convenience of the bathhouses and electricity was also a nice touch. The only issue we ran into was noisy neighbors. We stayed in a yurt, and they were not as spaced out as we initially believed. With respectful neighbors it would have never been an issue because the campsites are unique and rather peaceful. However, once the sun went down, our neighbors chose to ignore the noise ordinance and broke out a projector and watched movies at an unreasonable volume until around midnight each night. I’d suggest the camp staff do a walk-through to ensure campers are following both the noise ordinance and the leash rules for pets. We also had a neighbor across the way with an untrained pup that mostly roamed free and struggled to listen to the owner's commands. Also, heard a lot of whining and whimpering when their pup was left unattended without any attention. I would highly recommend this campsite if you are a hiker because of the close proximity to the trailhead; however, if you’re looking for something more remote, quiet, and peaceful, I would contact the camp host to allow t

Casey

August 2025

3 nights at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

A friend and I were looking to take the dogs for a quiet retreat to relax and enjoy nature for a few days. The Glamper was exactly what we were looking for. The falls weren't there when we stayed, but it was still stunningly beautiful and peaceful, overlooking a cliff where the falls normally are. Be sure to check out the fairy village just a short walk away after dark when it lights up. Grant and Becky were amazing hosts and provided us with any assistance we needed.

Diana

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Greeter Falls Campground

We stayed in yurt #21 during our weekend visit and we loved it. The area was nice and clean including the bathrooms. The only negative would be that the yurts are too close together and if you get some loud neighbors like we did on our last night then it can get annoying 😑 but overall we enjoyed our stay😊

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Angel

July 2025

1 night at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

We had an amazing stay! We cannot say enough good things about the warm welcome and hospitality we received. Our site was absolutely peaceful and beautiful. Hearing the waterfall at night, mixed with seeing all the fireflies, was magical. We will definitely be back!

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Ash

June 2025

Weekend Trip to The Falls at Sewanee Creek

My husband and I booked The Glamper for our Honeymoon and it was perfect! We were right next to the waterfall and could see it from the yurt! There is a lot to do in the area. Tons of waterfalls and places to hike! I definitely loved being able to unplug. Take a dip in the waterfalls, go to the nearby bakery and admire The Lords Creation!

Mason

June 2025

2 nights at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

We had an awesome time hiking and exploring Grant and Becky's land! The base of the waterfall was great to swim in and the cave was super fun to hike to and explore! The Glamper was the perfect place to stay for our 2 night trip and we hope to be able to come back and visit them again soon!

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Ashton

June 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Greeter Falls Campground

It was an absolutely amazing stay and very amazing sights to see will definitely be back. All the staff was absolutely amazing.

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Theresa

May 2025

With pets

2 nights at Greeter Falls Campground

The yurt we and our 3 dogs stayed in was just perfect for us, not too small or too big.was pleasantly surprised by the lights and fan in the tent,not expected. Campsite and surrounding area very clean and very quiet. Will definitely be back!

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Jim

April 2025

With kids

2 nights at The Falls at Sewanee Creek

Me and my son had so much fun on this trip. It was a little cold but we made it through. And we enjoyed cooking out over the charcoal/wood grill. And an amazing view of the water fall near by. We loved are stay and would come back again. Thank you for the stay Grant.

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Julia

April 2025

Weekend Trip to The Falls at Sewanee Creek

Becky and Grant have a beautiful piece of land and are incredible hosts. They truly want you to have the best time on their property and are there to help you with anything you could want/need. It’s obvious they genuinely love the company of others and that they enjoy sharing their land for others to enjoy. Words simply cannot do this place justice and we loved exploring it. We will be back soon!

Kathryn

March 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Greeter Falls Campground

Wonderful campsite! My only complaint is that our neighbors were very loud and had little to no respect for the fact that they had neighbors some of which were young children who were trying to sleep. There is a 10pm quiet time posted but it is up to campers to be respectful of each other. All in all the facilities were clean and well maintained. Hot showers and bathrooms were much appreciated and the staff was extremely helpful! I will definitely be back!

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Emily

November 2024

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Greeter Falls Campground

We had the best time !!!! It was perfect the Yort was spacious the amenities were great. Bathrooms are clean showers gave nice hot water. It was peaceful and we created a beautiful moment we will remember forever. Will go again! Oh I forgot to mention the wonderful trails and saw all the beauty nature had to offer us. 10/10 loved it !! Didn’t want to go back. Wish I stayed longer.