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

Summer

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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5 stars 62.6% (256)
4 stars 25.2% (103)
3 stars 8.3% (34)
2 stars 2.2% (9)
1 star 1.7% (7)

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Rhett H

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October 10, 2020 Stayed at: 17/18, Loop: B Loop

Great place for kids! Campground is very spacious. Lake is great! Loved the campground!

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Angela V

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October 8, 2020 Stayed at: 16, Loop: B Loop

Enjoyed our time and will be back

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MIchael T

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October 6, 2020 Stayed at: 24, Loop: B Loop

Great

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marianne m

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September 29, 2020 Stayed at: 12, Loop: A Loop

The campsites were very spacious and clean. Restrooms were in working order and very clean, too. Host was nice and helpful. We will be back again.

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Justin G

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September 28, 2020 Stayed at: 29, Loop: C Loop

very clean...courteous campground host...we will be back

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Stephanie C

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September 27, 2020 Stayed at: 52, Loop: E Loop

Great campground. Excellent activities in the surrounding area.

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Sue J

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September 27, 2020 Stayed at: 32, Loop: C Loop

We had a great time camping!! The weather was PERFECT, we enjoyed hiking down to the falls and slowing down for the weekend. I highly recommend!!

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Jennifer D

September 24, 2020

The campground is small and the sites are very nicely shaded. Having a shower and flush toilet nearby was great. The camp hosts were lovely and helpful- they loaned us an adapter to try and use to charge our Tesla at the site.

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Mylee T

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September 14, 2020 Stayed at: 35, Loop: D Loop

Beautiful falls within 1.5 mi of campground. Clean bathrooms with warm water!

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Raymond H

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August 30, 2020 Stayed at: 02, Loop: A Loop

Nice, quiet campground with clean facilities. Easy access to area amenities. Benton falls is worth the hike.

Only complaint is no water hookups.

We will go back.

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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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