About Chilhowee Campground
Number of accommodations: 59
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
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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
Brandi F
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: A Loop
We stayed Sun-Sat the very last week they were open for the season. The views getting there are spectacular. The park hosts were very friendly. The bathrooms were clean. The roads are narrow and I imagine would be difficult to navigate for larger rigs but I would go back and stay there without hesitation in the future. Pay attention to the instructions on the website regarding how to get there. The way google maps takes you is a dirt road with a sharp switchback.
Melinda H
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A Loop
Chilhowee National Park was amazing and beautiful. We was there in early November and it was a bit chilly camping but nothing a good campfire didn't fix.
Bryan M
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A Loop
I wish this area would open year around. There is a lot of good camping weather after November 1st. Lots of money to be made. There are a lot of people camp at Parksville campground after Chilhowee closes.
John L
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: B Loop
Nice campground with hiking trails in the area. Many sites with good spacing between neighboring sites. Road leading to campground and campground roads not for large RVs. Bathrooms need to be refurbished.
RANDY H
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B Loop
The host are very friendly and helpful. The beach is very nice for the kids to play on and swim. They also have nice nature trails to walk. Camp sites are a good size for most campers.
Raymond W
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: D Loop
Very nice campground/park. We loved it, but. The first time we stayed, it was very very loud, music blasting, people shouting, coming from multiple areas, I mean loud until 1AM.
Second time, much much better. I don't believe the campground is patrolled at night by Rangers or the campground manager, so, you are on your own.
Billy L
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A Loop
Clean well kelp campground Great camp Host Nice clean bathrooms
Gerald C
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 49, Loop: E Loop
😀Great camping trip,a beautiful place,wish we could have stayed longer
Kimberly H
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B Loop
This campground could be amazing. It has so much potential and is so lovely. The trails are wonderful, the lake area is wonderful, and the views on the way up are just stunning. I feel like the campground neglected as far as upkeep. The bathrooms were disgusting. I realize I'm camping and do not expect perfection, but the bathrooms could be cleaned a little better. This was our first trip to this particular campground and it wasn't the greatest experience. After our first night, we woke up to no water and the bathrooms being locked. This went on for a few days and was very frustrating. We had to drive down to the vault to use the bathroom or to another part of the campground where the water wasn't turned off when it wasn't turned off throughout the entire campground. We had luckily had a 5 gal container filled with water which helped us the first day or so. We needed water to do dishes the other days and because our water was still turned off in our loop we had to travel to another loop to get water for our dishes. I would love to come back for a 2nd try but it would be nice if the campground could get some much needed TLC beforehand.
Dennis M
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B Loop
Very poorly marked from the highway and a long way from main road to campgrounds. Mostly clean and accessible showers. Paved RV parking spot. Scenic overviews are nice. Very dark at night. We had to go hunting for one of our campers because he couldn't find his way back to the campground after it got dar,l
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. |
