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
Andrew M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 11, Loop: A Loop
Chilowee is one of my favorite campgrounds always try to go twice a year but always make it the last camping trip of the year. Best campground host's anywhere.
Chad W
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 14, Loop: B Loop
Great trip overall. The host was very nice. The lake is a great place to cool off on a hot day. Nice campground with great hiking trails and a pretty waterfall.
Preston B
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 12, Loop: A Loop
One of my favorite campgrounds. I especially enjoy interacting with the hosts
Andrew H
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 53, Loop: E Loop
Campsites are wonderfully maintained and roomy. Fantastic trail system in the area for hiking. Restroom showers could use a little upgrade. Only one in the bathhouse by us. Overall loved the area and campground. Fantastic price per night! Be careful getting there. Pay attention to the route the campground tells you to take. GPS may take you up an unpaved dangerous road!
Hannah F
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: B Loop
Camp sites are well kept & spacious. Great proximity to hiking trails, the lake, & nearby activities! Bathrooms were not great, but pretty standard for campground restrooms. Camp hosts were excellent with updating & cautioning regarding snakes/other wildlife in the area.
Bob M
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 21, Loop: B Loop
Been going to this campground for many years. It has declined in upkeep possibly because of budget cuts. Upgrades have not been made for sometime. Love the location, the spaces and the Camp Hosts. The lake is in really bad shape. We had many good times there and was safe for our children. It has not been kept up to standards.
JOHN J
January 10, 2020
excellent
Susan S
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 11, Loop: A Loop
The campground was clean, unlike the road and overlooks getting to the campground. I have traveled all over the United States and have never seen so much trash alongside a road, especially in one of our national parks and forest's. The overlooks were heavily covered in graffiti and a memorial was disfaced. So sad to see our land like this.
Possitive: the campsites were well spaced apart, beautiful hike to Benton Falls. Gorgeous views from overlooks.
Negative: dump station was located down a curvy steep road. Would have had to do a u turn on a steep incline. Not possible with a larger RV.
Also, there are no campsites on the "7" acre lake. (More like a small pond)
Zero cell coverage at campsite. Had to go to overlooks to use phone.
Tiffany M
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 06, Loop: A Loop
We love Chilhowee Campground. I've been bringing my son camping here for years and 2 years ago started bringing a group of friends. it's definitely the favorite for all of us with so much for the kids to do between hiking, exploring, fishing and swimming. love the beauty and the spaciousness of the tent camping sites on Loop A.
Fletcher B
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 50, Loop: E Loop
Campsite was wonderful. Lovely trails around the little lake/pond and easy access to the Ocoee River for awesome rafting. Showers were clean and efficient. Even one of the rainy days was great because as the storm approached from the west we were able to look DOWN on the approaching storm from one of the observation pullouts on the access road just outside the Park entrance. Only complaint was we couldn't find anyone selling firewood on top of the mountain. Might be nice to have one of the hosts take care of that.
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. |
