Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Athens, Tennessee, United States

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Thunder Rock Campground

Benton, TN · 26.1 mi from Athens

4.2 (196 reviews)

Thunder Rock Campground, located 1.8 mi from the Ocoee Whitewater Center, offers 37 non-electric campsites for popups and RVs under 20 ft, with only one electric site available. It features a group campsite and is a favored spot for whitewater and...

  • RV sites: 34
  • Tent sites: 38
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access

Mcnabb Creek Group

Tellico Plains, TN · 27.3 mi from Athens

4.4 (8 reviews)

McNabb Creek Group Campground is situated by the North River in the Tellico River area. It offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, swimming, hiking, and hunting.

  • Pet friendly
Closed for Season

Indian Boundary

Tellico Plains, TN · 27.5 mi from Athens

4.6 (740 reviews)

Indian Boundary Recreation Area is a family-friendly campground in the Cherokee National Forest, featuring a swim beach, picnic area, and an accessible pavilion. Visitors can enjoy a 3.2-mile hiking and biking trail around the lake, along with stu...

  • RV sites: 86
  • Tent sites: 86
  • Potable Water
  • General Store
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
Closed for Season

Donley Cabin

Tellico Plains, TN · 29.4 mi from Athens

5.0 (2 reviews)

Donley Cabin is a historic, primitive structure in the Cherokee National Forest, offering a glimpse into the past without modern amenities like electricity or running water. It requires a quarter-mile walk from the parking area and is surrounded b...

  • Parking

J&J's Getaway

Murphy, NC · 33 mi from Athens

5.0 (5 reviews)

  • General Store
  • Restrooms
  • Waterfront
  • Showers
Closed for Season

Swan Cabin Group Camp

Robbinsville, NC · 33.7 mi from Athens

4.3 (55 reviews)

Swan Cabin is no longer open for occupancy due to health and safety concerns, but group camping is permitted in the adjacent grassy field. Located in the Nantahala National Forest, this rustic cabin, built in 1931 and named after the Swan Family, ...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Parking
  • Cell Reception

Shine Creek RV Park

Murphy, NC · 36.9 mi from Athens

5.0 (5 reviews)

Shine Creek RV Park provides a convenient and secluded experience amidst beautiful nature, featuring a nearby creek and ample space for walking and exercising. Guests can purchase firewood for use in fire rings at each site. The park is designed f...

  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
Closed for Season

Rattler Ford Group Campground

Robbinsville, NC · 38.6 mi from Athens

4.6 (51 reviews)

Rattler Ford Group Campground, located by Santeetlah Creek in Nantahala National Forest, accommodates groups of up to 25 guests. The area is ideal for fly fishing and offers access to Lake Santeetlah for various water sports and activities.

  • Tent sites: 4
  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Closed for Season

Abram's Creek Campground

Gatlinburg, TN · 38.9 mi from Athens

4.2 (176 reviews)

Abram's Creek Campground is situated in a remote part of Great Smoky Mountain National Park, providing a secluded environment. It allows visitors to engage in various recreational activities such as hiking and fishing. This quiet setting helps avo...

  • RV sites: 12
  • Tent sites: 15
  • Potable Water
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
Closed for Season

Look Rock Campground

Walland, TN · 39.3 mi from Athens

4.3 (240 reviews)

Look Rock Campground is situated on the scenic Foothills Parkway West and features 68 campsites in a wooded area. It provides a traditional camping experience with amenities like flush toilets, drinking water, and a dump station, along with 10 sit...

  • RV sites: 41
  • Tent sites: 59
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site

Explore Athens, TN

Population: 14,471

Nearby city: Chattanooga, TN

Approx. 49 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 863 ft

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Explore Athens, TN

Population: 14,471

Nearby city: Chattanooga, TN

Approx. 49 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 863 ft

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