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Shiloh @ Watts Bar Tent Campsite

95%
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31 reviews
 · Rockwood, Roane, Tennessee
3 acres hosted by Craig B.
1 RV/tent site
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Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Find peace at this private campsite close to Watts Bar Lake. Nestled in the tall trees, your large, private site features a fire pit, picnic table, and a “Tennessee Bathroom.” Site is nearly 100% shaded all day long. The area is surprisingly quiet. Deer, turkey, turtles, frogs, and cardinals have all been seen on the property. Before you exit your tent in the morning, stay quiet and look out first - who knows what you might see. Parking is right next to the site. Watts Bar Lake is within a few hundred yards and a public boat ramp is just about 3 minutes down the road. Watts Bar is over 72 miles long, 722 miles of shoreline, and is known for good fishing, kayaking, birdwatching, and other recreation. This is a good base for day trips to Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Smoky Mountain National Park. Note: Bring your own tent/supplies, or options include tent and/or propane tank rental. Pack out your own food, animal, and human waste. As this is private property, it is still the woods of Tennessee, so expect all that goes along with that. This property is in development, so added lodging and amenities will come on line in the future. We welcome your feedback. Enjoy the Tennessee peace and tranquility for one night or more!Find peace at this private campsite close to Watts Bar Lake. Nestled in the tall trees, your large, private site features a fire pit, picnic table, and a “Tennessee Bathroom.” Site is nearly 100% shaded all day long. The area is surprisingly quiet. Deer, turkey, turtles, frogs, cardinals, raccoons have all been seen on the property. Before you exit your tent in the morning, stay quiet and look out first - who knows what you might see. Parking is right next to the site. Watts Bar Lake is within a few hundred yards and a public boat ramp is just about 3 minutes down the road. Watts Bar is over 72 miles long, 722 miles of shoreline and is known for good fishing, kayaking, birdwatching, and other recreation. This is a good base for day trips to Oak Ridge, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Smoky Mountain National Park. Note: Bring your own tent / supplies. Pack out your own food, animal and human waste. As this is private property, it is still the woods of Tennessee, so expect all that goes along with that. Work on the property is continuing, so added lodging and amenities will come on line in the future. We welcome your feedback. Enjoy the Tennessee peace and tranquility for one night or more! Gravel Drive: 42' x 17';  Tent Area: 21' x 13';  Overall Campsite: 40' x 28'
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Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent

93% (34)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Find peace at this private campsite close to Watts Bar Lake. Nestled in the tall trees, your large, private site features a fire pit, picnic table, and a “Tennessee Bathroom.” Site is nearly 100% shaded all day long. The area is surprisingly quiet. Deer, turkey, turtles, frogs, cardinals, raccoons have all been seen on the property. Before you exit your tent in the morning, stay quiet and look out first - who knows what you might see. Parking is right next to the site. Watts Bar Lake is within a few hundred yards and a public boat ramp is just about 3 minutes down the road. Watts Bar is over 72 miles long, 722 miles of shoreline and is known for good fishing, kayaking, birdwatching, and other recreation. This is a good base for day trips to Oak Ridge, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Smoky Mountain National Park. Note: Bring your own tent / supplies. Pack out your own food, animal and human waste. As this is private property, it is still the woods of Tennessee, so expect all that goes along with that. Work on the property is continuing, so added lodging and amenities will come on line in the future. We welcome your feedback. Enjoy the Tennessee peace and tranquility for one night or more! Gravel Drive: 42' x 17';  Tent Area: 21' x 13';  Overall Campsite: 40' x 28'
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
from
$25
/ night
for NaN guests

Reviews

95% Recommend33 ratings · 31 reviews
Not recommend
· June 2025
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
The campsite is literally 30 feet from his house. The lake access is 3 or 4 miles away. The falls he shows are an hour round trip. There's also a cabin 20 feet away. The toilet tent is so small and so close you can smell it in the site and trying to wipe you can fall over and getting up is almost impossible. Definitely at all what we expected. Also he has lights hung that are on all night, and as a seasoned camper i was disappointed, too much light. All the pictures are deceiving.
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Brad H.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig was a very welcoming and friendly host. The site was in beautiful forested area close to the lake.
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David H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Camp Shiloh
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
This was a great place to enjoy the night! Very quiet. The campsite is nicely laid out, nice and large. I hope to be able to stay longer next time!
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Mike F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
The weather affected our plans but the communication from the host was excellent. Hope to stay here next time!
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James G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Quiet spot to camp. Craig the owner is nice! Enough space for 2 small tents. Big fire ring and a picnic table.
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Dave H.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Own lil camp spot
Tent · With kids ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig was great and had a nice lil place to privatly camp. Love the privacy fence stuff he had up. Out far enough to feel like your away from everything but yet close to several waterfalls and hiking trails.
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John T.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Really great spot for star gazing and listening to the nearby deer.
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Shannon T.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Nice stay
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig was communicative and provided me and my partner with a wonderful camping space. He left us a lamp the first night to navigate through the dark because he knew we were coming in late. Space was clean and flat, easy to camp on, cell service was bad but luckily he provided free wifi.
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Kyra B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Beautiful property. Just far enough out to feel you are getting away, but still convenient to town. Lots of outdoor recreation opportunities nearby. Craig was a wonderful host!
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Leslie W.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
This is a great place to camp! We would highly recommend this site to anyone!
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Breanna G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Amazing stay
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Very cosy camping site on private property. The host was attentive and welcoming. Had an excellent stay. 100% recommend this place!
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Claudia C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Clean, peaceful, and gorgeous property. I love that he has the camo type privacy fence up, because even though you’re close to houses you still have privacy. Very nicely, well and up kept property. Craig was lovely, very attentive, but also gave us our peace and quiet space and time. Fire pit that has the metal grate built in was a lovely touch! Would recommend to anyone in the area, or passing through.
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Destiny S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig’s campsite was great!! When i arrived he had left me a little note welcoming me and a Shiloh sticker. The purpose of my trip was to take my son to a wedding of his friends in Gatlinburg. He was staying with them so I had to find a place for two nights for myself. I love to camp so I started looking for a nice relaxing spot and I found it! I wasn’t for sure if my husband was going to be able to go with me and as it turned out he wasn’t so I was a little on edge having to make that trip and camp without him, which I have done before but still get a little nervous but when I got to meet Craig that evening after my arrival, he put me totally at ease. He was very friendly and helpful. I would stop there and stay again!!!
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Jamie L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Totally Recommend.
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Loved camping on Craigs place it was so perfect! We stopped on the way to SC it was about half way. He was so nice, came out and chatted with us. Would totally recommend this to everyone!!!
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Sheryl O.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Happy Campers
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Nice quiet stay just off the back yard. Clean camp spot with nice fire pit including flip top grill. Craig stopped by just to check if we needed anything. Would surely stay again.
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Richard C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Our stay at Shiloh Watts Bar was great!! Craig was every nice and helpful. Peaceful too. We would stay there again. Be careful though, there's deer around. Craig even said that he had to get one off our camping spot.
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Amanda W.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
My wife and I took a trip to the Lost sea in Sweetwater, TN and stayed a night at Craig’s camp site after wards in Rockwood, TN. Craig was very helpful and responsive. We loved our vacation and absolutely loved our stay at the camp site. Craig has a beautiful spot and Rockwood is a beautiful town. Would definitely stay again.
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Levi S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
10 ft travel trailer ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
The place was perfect for an overnight adventure spot to rest. Craig has a great set up with privacy and everything we needed to be comfortable while camping. The location was beautiful, safe and clean. We appreciated his hospitality and quick responses to our messages. We will definitely be back to use the location as our base camp for some summer adventures. Thank you!
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Kimberely B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
22 ft campervan ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
We loved our night at Craig’s spot! We were just passing through for the night but really wish we could’ve stayed longer to enjoy the space some more. Our dog had plenty of room to stretch her legs and sniff around, and our camper van fit perfectly into the parking spot next to camp. Craig also came out to say hello and we enjoyed chatting for a bit with him! His land is quiet and made for a great night’s sleep.
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Abbey P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Beautiful and peaceful stay! Craig had a wonderful set up with easy access. We were so thankful to stay the night there last minute on our road trip. Craig was very accommodating and quick to respond. We would definitely stay again!
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Janelle O.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2024
Peaceful and quite little spot
16 ft car ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Great site!!! Came in for an overnight pass thru. Arrived late at 9pm and Craig came out and met me and made sure I had everything I needed. Site was very clean with a nice fire pit and picnic table as well as a compost toilet in a pre setup private tent. Very peaceful and quiet. Would recommend!
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Douglas C.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
Loving the serenity and the beauty
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig was a life saver. Needed a place to crash in town for the night to come help my aunt at her new home. Last minute Craig was there to answer the call. Thank you man was a wonderful piece of property and the next time I’m in town I know where to go and get away from all the city lights and noise. Thank you again
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Tony S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· October 2023
Not quiet but welcoming host
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig was very kind and welcoming. Unfortunately, there were dogs in a neighboring property barking throughout the night, so we didn't get the quiet we were hoping for. The site Wifi doesn't work and there is no cell service, so just be prepared and aware of this. Otherwise, the site was clean and nicely set up.
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Chloe B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· October 2023
Tent · With kids ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Loved the tranquility and solitude on Craig’s land. He made sure everything was good to go and provided incredible hospitality.
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Zach G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2023
Great Single Site Spot
Tent · With kids ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
This was a nice private spot in a quiet area adjacent to the lake, away from everythingbut close for easy access. Craig was courteous and responsive to inquiries, the site was clean and accommodating.
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Bill B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Great east stay. Host is super kind and helpful. There was more than enough room for me and buddy while we were tent camping.
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Zeb M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
We LOVED this site. Will definitely return any time I’m in the area again. It was private, clean, well-maintained and peaceful. Absolutely nothing negative to say.
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Sarah M.
6 reviews
Recommends
· July 2023
Great Place to Camp!
Tent ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
I loved camping here so much I even extended my stay a few days. The little solar lights provided beautiful ambience as the toads and other woodland creatures sang lullabies to send me off to sleep. The picnic table was a plus, as well as having a mulched area for the tent. The mulch made for a much more comfortable experience. The host was also wonderfully accommodating and the surrounding area is absolutely gorgeous.
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A M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2023
Wonderful night with singing frogs
25 ft travel trailer ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Craig is creating a wonderful and comfortable spot for campers. We were so lucky to get to meet him and hear all about his plans. The property is really special. The sound of the frogs is absolutely magical. We slept in our camper but I know if we had been tent camping we would have had a nice comfortable place to set up. It's all well manicured but still natural and not over done. We were passing through on i40 and found this spot to be remote yet still convenient to hop back on the road. Although if we had more time it's perfectly located near lots of recreational locations, lakes, falls, hiking trails. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.
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Deanna D.
5 reviews
Recommends
· November 2022
Peaceful private camping at it's st
Tent · With pets ·
Shiloh @ Watts Bar - Tent
Such an incredible gem of a stay! I wish I had been able to stay for more than 1 night. It is in an absolutely beautiful section of Tennessee...lots of rolling hills, trees, water. The property is in a very quite area. The campsite is very private and plenty of room. I found it to be a far more peaceful stay than typical campgrounds. Craig was super helpful and friendly. I will definitely come back if I am ever in the area! Strongly recommended!!
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Josh P.
6 reviews

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Rockwood, Roane, Tennessee, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Craig B.

Joined in September 2021
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