Chilhowee Campground

3171 Highway 64 East, Benton, Tennessee, United States
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Chilhowee Campground
Chilhowee Beach Day Use Area
Fall Color, Chilhowee Overlook
Chilhowee Beach Day Use Area
Sugarloaf Overlook

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About Chilhowee Campground

Located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, Chilhowee Campground offers a multitude of camping opportunities for both RV and tent sites, many with electric hookups. The day-use area includes McKamy Lake, a swim area with sand beach, picnic sites, a group picnic area, and a bathhouse.  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 mi 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.

Available sites

59 total sites
RV Sites 48 sites from $12 per night Tent Sites 11 sites from $12 per night

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Swimming

Swimming

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 22 to Nov 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

59 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
⛺ 03, Loop: A Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$30
/ per night
⛺ 04, Loop: A Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$30
/ per night
⛺ 05, Loop: A Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$30
/ per night
⛺ 06, Loop: A Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$30
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: A Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
⛺ 17/18, Loop: B Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
$30
/ per night
⛺ 19, Loop: B Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$30
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 22, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 25, Loop: B Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 27, Loop: C Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: C Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 29, Loop: C Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 30, Loop: C Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 31, Loop: C Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
⛺ 32, Loop: C Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$12
/ per night
⛺ 33, Loop: C Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$12
/ per night
⛺ 34, Loop: C Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$12
/ per night
⛺ 35, Loop: D Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$12
/ per night
🚐 36, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 37, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 38, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 39, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 40, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 41, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 42, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 43, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 44, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 45, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 46, Loop: D Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
$12
/ per night
🚐 48, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 49, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 50, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 51, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 52, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 53, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 54, Loop: E Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 55, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 56, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 57, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 58, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 59, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 60, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 61, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
🚐 62, Loop: F Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
$12
/ per night
⛺ 63, Loop: F Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
$12
/ per night

Reviews

409 reviews

Summary

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Chilhowee Campground is praised for its cleanliness, with exceptionally maintained bathrooms and spacious campsites that offer privacy and beautiful mountain views. The campground hosts are described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. While there are some minor complaints regarding noise and site management, overall, visitors find it a peaceful and enjoyable place for camping and outdoor activities, particularly hiking to Benton Falls.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

Based on 409 reviews

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4 stars 25.2% (103)
3 stars 8.3% (34)
2 stars 2.2% (9)
1 star 1.7% (7)

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Joe H

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November 7, 2020 Stayed at: 12, Loop: A Loop

Clean campground and restrooms, good spacing between sites, and fantastic hosts.
We stayed in loop A, site 12 (15 amp site). There was plenty of room for our 33’ 5th wheel. Although there is not a dedicated water spigot for each site. We had one close enough the we were able to connect with 50’ of hose and refill our fresh water tank. We stayed the week of 10/25. The campgrounds were quiet and everyone was friendly. Our favorite activity was catching the sunset from one of the lookouts on Oswald road. The drive to the Shell station or Dollar General is 15-20 minutes. The longest segment of the drive to the store is from the campground to hwy 64.
There is a lot to do in the area from hiking the trails to fishing in lake Ocoee. The hike to to Benton Falls is an easy 1.5 mi hike and well worth the trek.
We were initially concerned about traversing the curvy, Oswald rd, leading to the campground. However, the road is well maintained and wide enough that we had no issues at all.
We have identified this campground as one of our favorites. We will definitely return.

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Jasmine A

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November 7, 2020 Stayed at: 08, Loop: A Loop

Great campground, trails, waterfalls fantastic! Definately wanna come back!

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carol s

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November 5, 2020 Stayed at: 51, Loop: E Loop

this campground is close to where I live so camp there frequently + are now friends with the camp hosts there. Chilhowee has an amazing trail system--these trails I never get tired of hiking. The campground, trails, + bathroom facilities are all maintained well---keep up the good work !!

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Doug B

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November 4, 2020 Stayed at: 07, Loop: A Loop

Very nice campground with several hiking trails. Our site was spacious and level. Will be back again!

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Deepak S

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November 2, 2020 Stayed at: 02, Loop: A Loop

Great campground and great hosts. There are no shops nearby so just make to carry all the items required for the camping

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Richard A

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November 2, 2020 Stayed at: 40, Loop: D Loop

Nice wooded lots with privacy and quiet. Great hiking also!

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Pattie R

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October 30, 2020 Stayed at: 05, Loop: A Loop

Just beautiful. A hidden treasure

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Donna M

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October 29, 2020 Stayed at: 10, Loop: A Loop

Great hiking trails

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Douglas G

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October 17, 2020 Stayed at: 53, Loop: E Loop

My wife and I spent & days there and it was incredible! I will admit when the website said water hookups, we were not expecting to have to fill our freshwater tank to have water! Fresh water is available but you must have a fresh water tank. The campground personnel were very friendly and made rounds several times each day. The hiking trails were great. We hiked over 28 mi in 7 days. We highly recommend Chilhowee Campground.

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Kyle C

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October 11, 2020 Stayed at: 14, Loop: B Loop

Campground is beautiful, including the drive up. Site was perfect size for my group of 10.

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Location & Directions for Chilhowee Campground

3171 Highway 64 East, Benton, TN 37307 United States

Elevation: 638 ft

Getting There

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...

Nearest town

Benton, TN - 17 mi

About 29 min to downtown

Highway access

Chilhowee Campground is accessible via Highway 64/411, located approximately 7 miles from the campground. From the highway, travelers should turn onto Forest Road 77 to reach the campground.

Policies & Rules

General

  • 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.  
  • The campground is located on FDR 77/Oswald Dome Road.
  • Campfires are permitted in designated fire rings only.
  • Do not leave fires unattended. They will be extinguished.
  • Discharging firearms and fireworks is prohibited.
  • Pets must be on a leash and are not allowed on the beach.
  • No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk.
  • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
  • The nearest restaurants and/or stores for purchasing supplies are about 14 miles from the campground.
  • Campground hosts are on site.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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