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Average nightly rates59 total sites · $17.36 avg/night
RV Sites
48 sites · $12-$20 range
$16.33/night
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Tent Sites
11 sites · $12-$30 range
$17.36/night
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About Chilhowee Campground
Number of accommodations: 59
Activities & Attractions
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Summer
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (387)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Jadyn M
VerifiedOctober 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: D Loop
amazing campground! the drive up is almost and beautiful as the actual campground! definitely recommend the hike to benton falls.
Mark U
VerifiedOctober 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A Loop
Overall, the facility is fantastic. The beach of the facility around the beach are really really nice. The problem I had was with the electric service in my campground, although it had 15 amp breakers when I plugged in by Jackery battery to charge it. It would blow the breaker. The jackery is 15 Amp max so shouldn’t have blown that. It does not blow the amps in my house. Also, the sites that I was at were more of a group site than as advertised. It was five sites all closely packed with an open area in between those should not be considered individual campsites.
Benjamin W
VerifiedOctober 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 61, Loop: F Loop
Wonderful! Can't wait to get back up there
Leonard W
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 60, Loop: F Loop
Nice spot with all facilities working. Very sharp and well maintained campground.
Ryan F
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C Loop
Next to shower and bath, great spot for a family.
Jody C
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 45, Loop: D Loop
Great campground! Most of the spots are level and large with great tree coverage in between the camping spots.
David J
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: D Loop
Labor Day Weekend, with popup and tent. Good time. Believe what they say about not using steep gravel road up from Benton; we made it, but barely. Come up from Ocoee Ranger Station and see great overlooks along the paved road. Swimming and Kayaking with our own boat good in lake near campground. Trail maps and signs are a bit confusing; there are signs, but hard to tell what trail they point to. Benton Falls, a popular destination, is not even on the signs, just the various trail names and numbers. Main complaint is about no-show campers, not the fault of campground. Area was sold out for weekend, we barely got a reservation, and then found numerous empty sites. Host said yes, they are technically now available, but they don't offer them because if the person finally shows, a day late, they get cranky. Sign was posted at Ocoee saying "all sites are full." Tent area with about 20 sites was completely empty, but apparently not counted by park, as they are not reservable, but are good sites. Appeared there would always be space. Biggest rigs don't come as much because of steep road and no water-sewer hookups. There are faucets along the road, and a dump station. Some electric. Nice almost new shower houses at campground and lake.
Katie E
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: D Loop
Nice simple campground.
Sherry P
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A Loop
We have stayed at several campgrounds this season and Chilhowee is by far our favorite. Beautiful area. Clean showers and bathrooms. A big bonus is the LoopA camp host. They have been awesome in answering questions and just being a friendly face. We will definitely be staying again.
Ben W
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: C Loop
Great campground!!
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.
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.
Elevation: 638 feet
17 mi drive to downtown Benton (about 29 min)
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: September 9, 2026
