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Chilhowee Campground

★4.7(466 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandCherokee National Forest · Benton, Tennessee
🚛Big Rig Friendly🏞️Lake Access🌊River Access🏖️Beach Access🏔️Mountain Views🌲Forest Setting

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About Chilhowee Campground

Chilhowee Campground is a national park campground at Cherokee National Forest in Polk County, Tennessee. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Cherokee National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.

Chilhowee Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 90 ft. Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 466 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Cherokee National Forest include Chilhowee Group Camp, Parksville Lake Rv Campground, Quinn Springs Pavilion, Lost Corral Horse Camp and Thunder Rock Campground.

Reservation Trends - Chilhowee Campground
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Total reservations in April — 2023: 139 · 2024: 92 · 2025: 48

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Location

Address

Benton, Tennessee

Coordinates

35.1538, -84.6091

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • •October sees 445 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Chilhowee Campground FAQ

How far in advance should I book Chilhowee Campground?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Chilhowee Campground?

October typically sees the highest reservation activity at Chilhowee Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Chilhowee Campground right now?

Yes! There are currently 265 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Chilhowee Campground, with availability on 6 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.

Where is Chilhowee Campground located?

Chilhowee Campground is located in Cherokee National Forest, near Benton, Tennessee.

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