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Swafford's Hollow

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· Pikeville, Bledsoe, Tennessee
739 acres hosted by Andrew S.
1 RV/tent site
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Primitive camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
All to yourself
95% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
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Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
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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.There are three main campsites two beside ponds and one on top of the first ridge up the road on the left as you come in, and on the right at the top of the ridge. The sight at the top of the ridge is only accessible by hiking up the gravel trail approximately a half mile. Campers are welcome to camp anywhere on the property that they can get to on foot. There are three ponds/lakes and two main streams, two large ridges and two hollows with over 20 miles of trails and fish in the ponds. It is a beautiful place to hike, camp, fish, and swim. This location is less than 20 minutes from the beautiful Fall Creek Fall's State Park.
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60 ratings · 43 reviews
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Stephen W.recommends
November 4, 2023
Swafford's Hollow
Great Group Camping Spot
A great place that felt secluded but not too secluded. There is a lot of room to roam and explore and the campsite on the pond is awesome with big spools and wooden benches that are great for prepping meals and storing things above the ground. You feel like you are in a forest even though you are close to a highway. The only thing we didn’t like was there were alot of dogs barking in the distance at night.
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Katie S.recommends
October 16, 2023
Swafford's Hollow
It was an amazing experience. The lakes were gorgeous. I ordered wood ahead of time and it was dry and ready when we arrived. I wouldn’t change a thing!
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James B.recommends
October 4, 2023
Swafford's Hollow
Will be back!
Plenty of space for us to hang hammocks and place tents. Beautifully laid out next to water that you can paddle a boat around on.
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Alyssa J.recommends
October 2, 2023
Swafford's Hollow
loved being able to camp here! the layout of everything is gorgeous, spacious, and so convenient. there were two of us plus a dog, but plenty more people can definitely fit. directions were clear, it was super easy to find and get to the site. felt super secluded but not entirely cut off from civilization to where it should worry anyone in case anything we’re to arise. will definitely be coming back!!
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Jonathan B.recommends
September 23, 2023
Swafford's Hollow
Great place, host communicates perfect. Thank you!
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Ryan C.recommends
July 5, 2023
Swafford's Hollow
Had a great time as always! Beautiful and quiet with a really nice campsite!
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Pikeville, Bledsoe, Tennessee, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Andrew S.Joined in February 2021
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