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Thunder Rock Campground

38 sites1 electricPets OKWaterside

Thunder Rock Campground is a 38-site campground in Cherokee National Forest near Benton, Tennessee. 1 of the 38 sites have electric hookups.

Location
Benton, TN · Map and directions
Campsites
38 (3 tent-only, 1 group)
Electric
1 of the 38 sites have electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(423) 338-3300

About Thunder Rock Campground

Thunder Rock Campground is located 1.8 miles northwest of the Ocoee Whitewater Center, just behind TVA Ocoee Powerhouse Number 3. Nestled alongside the Ocoee River, this facility provides 37 regular campsites for popups and RVs less than 20 feet with no elctricity , ONLY site 9 is an electric site for less than 20 feet at 30 amp, and one group campsite.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Thunder Rock Campground

RV surge protectors

Protects your RV from bad campground power pedestals.

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RV leveling blocks

Most campground pads aren't level.

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RV water pressure regulators

Protects plumbing at sites with water hookups.

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Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Morganton Point Campground

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Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground (Clayton, GA)

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Indian Boundary Campground

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Cooper Creek Campground

32 mi away

25 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thunder Rock Campground have electric hookups?

1 of the 38 sites have electric hookups.

Can I reserve a site at Thunder Rock Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

Are dogs allowed at Thunder Rock Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.