About Chilhowee Campground
Number of accommodations: 59
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Lake Access -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (347)
What Guests Are Saying
Chilhowee Campground is praised for its beautiful natural setting, well-maintained facilities, and friendly camp hosts, making it a favorite for repeat visitors. The campground features clean bathrooms, spacious sites, and a lovely lake for swimming, along with access to hiking trails, including the popular Benton Falls. While the access road is narrow and winding, and some areas may appear dated, the overall experience is highly recommended for those seeking a peaceful camping getaway.
What Guests Are Saying
Chilhowee Campground is praised for its beautiful natural setting, well-maintained facilities, and friendly camp hosts, making it a favorite for repeat visitors. The campground features clean bathrooms, spacious sites, and a lovely lake for swimming, along with access to hiking trails, including the popular Benton Falls. While the access road is narrow and winding, and some areas may appear dated, the overall experience is highly recommended for those seeking a peaceful camping getaway.
Review Summary
Diana P
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A Loop
We reserved 4 sites all together for tent camping. Couldn't have asked for a more perfect set up. Electricity at each site, bathrooms close by, lake a short walk away and even a stream running through the sites for the kids to play in. Enjoyed hiking to the falls and kayaking in the lake. Would stay here again!
RANDY B
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: C Loop
We loved this campground. It was very clean and quiet. The campsites are large and well maintained. There are also numerous hikes and well maintained trails. We will definitely go back.
Michael M
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B Loop
Love this campground! My daughter and I had a blast.
jennifer g
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 49, Loop: E Loop
I would haven given five stars, but the bees were terrible! Views and hiking were awesome.
Katsiaryna T
VerifiedOctober 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: C Loop
Nice campground, great showers and lots of trails, things to do right around the campsite.
wanda w
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: A Loop
Very pretty area - but unfortunately many people litter and use the mountain for partying. Not the campground, but on the road leading in, in the national forest, we picked up 5 large bags of trash on the side of the road. Beer cans, 12 pack boxes litter the 8 mile road going in. Graffiti on national park rocks, gazebo, historic signs.
Rita D
VerifiedOctober 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 57, Loop: F Loop
Campground was clean, sites were well spaced apart, paved roads, clean bathrooms with excellent water pressure in the shower.
Enjoyed being able to walk to trails and hike to water falls.
Campground hosts were available, friendly and very attentive.
Terra N
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 63, Loop: F Loop
It rained the whole time but it was still a great vacation! The bath house was clean. The hosts were attentive. We will definitely be back to enjoy the mountain more.
The only con were the confusing directions. Took 2 hours to get to camp. The original directions would’ve gotten us there in about 20 minutes. The app was the issue, not the campground.
Renee D
VerifiedOctober 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C Loop
This was a great campground for our family camping trip. We had six kids total and two camp sites and it was a great for the kids to play and explore. We had easy access to the restrooms/showers. The hike to Benton Falls was fantastic and a must do!
Anthony V
VerifiedOctober 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 57, Loop: F Loop
Beautiful, Quiet, loved this place for rough camping
Location Chilhowee Campground
Address:
3171 Highway 64 East
Benton, TN, 37307
United States
The campground is located on FDR 77/Oswald Dome Road.
Be Aware; Do not use GPS directions: GPS coordinates will direct you up Benton Springs Rd. This route is not recommended. We recommend using Forest Service Road 77 to reach the recreation area. It's important to note, this facility requires driving 7 miles up to Chilhowee Campground on a narrow, winding road. Do not use the Benton Springs Access Road to the campground as this is an unpaved and dangerous road for RVs. Inexperienced RV drivers may have difficulties getting to and around the site.
From Highway 64/411 intersection travel east 7 miles, turn onto Forest Road 77, drive 7.5 miles to campground/recreation area. Do not use Benton Springs Road for access to the mountain.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.1538 / -84.6091
Elevation: 638 feet
Policies & Rules
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Be Aware! Do not use GPS directions - GPS coordinates will direct you up Benton Springs Rd. This route is not recommended. We recommend using Forest Service Road 77 to reach the recreation area. It's important to note, this facility requires driving 7 miles up to Chilhowee Campground on a narrow, winding road. Do not use the Benton Springs Access Road to the campground as this is an unpaved and dangerous road for RVs. Inexperienced RV drivers may have difficulties getting to and around the site. |
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The campground is located on FDR 77/Oswald Dome Road. |
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Campfires are permitted in designated fire rings only. |
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Do not leave fires unattended. They will be extinguished. |
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Discharging firearms and fireworks is prohibited. |
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Pets must be on a leash and are not allowed on the beach. |
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No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk. |
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Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. |
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The nearest restaurants and/or stores for purchasing supplies are about 14 miles from the campground. |
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Campground hosts are on site. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Be Bear Wise: Never leave food out on tables or in the open. Store unattended food in bear-resistant containers, in a vehicle in solid non-pliable material, or suspend food at least ten feet off the ground. Remember to use the bear resistant trash receptacles provided at this facility. |
