Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Knoxville

199 campgrounds 2,153 available sites
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Paint Creek Campground

Greeneville, TN · 60.2 mi from Knoxville

4.5 (107 reviews)

Paint Creek Recreation Area, situated at 1.8 ft in Greene County, offers spacious campsites with scenic streamside views surrounded by native vegetation. Strict food storage regulations are enforced to prevent bear encounters, requiring all food a...

  • Tent sites: 20
  • Potable Water
  • River Access
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Rocky Bluff Campground

Hot Springs, NC · 60.5 mi from Knoxville

3.9 (37 reviews)

Rocky Bluff Campground provides a peaceful, wooded environment just 3 mi from Hot Springs and the French Broad River. It is conveniently situated along NC Scenic Byway 209 in the Spring Creek Gorge Area.

  • Tent sites: 15
  • Potable Water

Quinn Springs Pavilion

Benton, TN · 61.6 mi from Knoxville

4.9 (7 reviews)

Quinn Springs Pavilion features a covered picnic shelter accommodating up to 50 people. It is an ideal venue for family reunions and church picnics.

  • Pet friendly

Shine Creek RV Park

Murphy, NC · 64.2 mi from Knoxville

5.0 (5 reviews)

Shine Creek RV Park provides a convenient and secluded experience amidst beautiful nature, featuring a nearby creek and ample space for walking and exercising. Guests can purchase firewood for use in fire rings at each site. The park is designed f...

  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
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Standing Indian Campground

Franklin, NC · 64.7 mi from Knoxville

4.5 (501 reviews)

Standing Indian Campground offers a scenic stop for RV and tent travelers in Nantahala National Forest, providing various amenities for a comfortable stay. It's an ideal base for exploring the area's history and natural beauty. The campground is c...

  • RV sites: 32
  • Tent sites: 35
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • River Access
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Alum Ford Campground

Whitley City, KY · 65.6 mi from Knoxville

4.4 (25 reviews)

Alum Ford Campground is situated in Kentucky's Big South Fork, seven miles west of Whitley City at the end of Highway 700. It features six campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring.

  • Tent sites: 6
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
Closed for Season

Jackrabbit Mountain

Hayesville, NC · 66.1 mi from Knoxville

4.5 (499 reviews)

Jackrabbit Mountain Campground provides picturesque lakeside camping in Nantahala National Forest, North Carolina. Visitors can engage in various activities such as hiking, fishing, and water sports. The campground features three loops, with Loop ...

  • RV sites: 92
  • Tent sites: 70
  • Potable Water
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access

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Knoxville, Tennessee

Population: 195,185

Elevation: 902 ft

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Explore Knoxville, TN

Knoxville, Tennessee

Population: 195,185

Elevation: 902 ft

About Knoxville, Tennessee

Set near the Tennessee River and the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville is a convenient base for campgrounds and RV parks across East Tennessee. Outdoor stays near Knoxville put you within easy reach of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee National Forest, Norris Lake, and the Obed Wild & Scenic River for hiking, paddling, fishing, and fall color. Expect a mix of RV camping, tent sites, cozy cabins, and a few glamping options.

Trip planning is straightforward: spring wildflowers and autumn weekends are especially popular, summers bring lake time, and winter options are more limited, so book early for peak seasons. Browse 177 places to stay near Knoxville, with nightly rates from $2 to $233 and an average around $46. RV travelers can choose between road-ready rentals and stationary stays, or look for delivery to a nearby campsite for an easy basecamp.

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