2025 Dixie Region
Gathering of the Guard
Camping in the Area
Campgrounds near Oak Ridge, TN
Melton Hill Dam Campground – (16 miles from venue)
201 Campground Rd, Lenoir City, TN
(865) 361-0436 local number
https://vista-rec.com/parks/tennessee/tva-6/melton-hill-dam-campground/
With a total of 61 spacious sites (not all are RV compatible) scattered over the three levels of terrain, there is sure to be a perfect spot for you. With bathhouses, paved roads, a dump station, and flat parking pads, Melton Hill Dam Campground makes for a smooth and enjoyable camping experience.
Cove Lake State Park – (30 miles from venue)
Robin Lane, Caryville, TN
423-566-9701 local number
Central reservation number - 1-888 867-2757 - Daily 8AM to 6PM Central
https://tnstateparks.com/parks/cove-lake
Cove Lake has 100 campsites (not all are RV compatible). All sites are equipped with water and electrical hookups, and most with grills and tables. Tents are allowed on all the campsites. A dump station is available, as are two modern bathhouses with hot showers and heat, and restrooms. A camp store is open seasonally. Firewood is sold onsite.
Big Ridge State Park – (30 miles from venue)
1015 Big Ridge Park Rd
Maynardville, TN
(865) 992-5523 local number
Central reservation number - 1-888 867-2757 - Daily 8AM to 6PM Central
https://tnstateparks.com/parks/big-ridge
Big Ridge has 50 campsites on or near Norris Lake to accommodate RV’s, trailers, and tent campers. RV campsites have a paved slip and a soft gravel pad and can accommodate a unit up to 35 feet. Each site has water and 50-amp electrical hookups, picnic table and grill. A dumping station is provided, as well as three bathhouses with restrooms and hot shower facilities.
Appalachia Ridge – (new privately owned camping site, 17 miles from venue)
2809 Andersonville Hwy
Clinton, TN
865-494-7680
www.AppalachiaRidge.com
Experience spacious RV sites with full hook-up, 50/30 amp service, water, sewer, electric, picnic tables, wood-burning fire pits, Wi-Fi, streaming, and more. Our on-site amenities include a registration office, 24-hour laundry, and a modern bathhouse.
Windrock Camping and Off-Road Park – (8 miles from venue)
555 Windrock Park Lane
Oliver Springs, TN
865-435-1251
Windrock Park includes 73,000 acres of off-road excitement with over 300 miles of trails to explore! Located in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, we are the LARGEST privately owned riding area in the country. Our famous trails accommodate all types of vehicles.
PLEASE NOTE!!! This is a 24/7 off-road trail park… Likely NOT going to be a quiet place to camp!