What is the Campground like? Greeter Falls Campground is a rustic environment. It is not a manicured concrete parking lot. We attempted to respect the environment and terrain and hence it is rough hewn within previously undisturbed timberland.
Remember we are guests within the Mother Natures embrace. Therefore, please note there are bugs and critters and fallen branches throughout. We do our best to spray the site pads for ticks and spiders, but please take preventive action – like bug spray. Also be alert for poison ivy, snakes, bees and other typical wilderness inhabitants.
Where is Greeter Falls Campground Located?
Greeter Falls Campground is located at the western entrance of the newest official State Park in Tennessee: Savage Gulf State Park (previously designated a “Natural Area” within the South Cumberland state park system). There are over 50 miles of curated trails to explore ranging from easy to strenuous. Again, check All Trails for a guide to one that suits you.
One of the best, the Greeter Falls Trail loop, is located only 2,000 feet from our campground! Within a one mile hike, you can be at any of Three Waterfalls or a refreshing swimming hole.
Are the Greeter Falls Hiking Trails Safe? The trail to Blue Hole and the upper trail to Broad Tree Falls are relatively easy and generally safe for children. However, the trails to Upper and (especially) Lower Greeter Falls can be dangerous, particularly when wet. There are shear drop offs. Use special care, especially with small children.
How far is it to the Falls? The Greeter Falls Trail loop, is located only 2,000 feet from our campground! Within a two mile hike, you can visit Three Waterfalls and a refreshing swimming hole. Many campers choose to walk from their campsite, while others choose to drive down and park in the provided lot.
Where nearby services? The city of Altamont is less than 2 miles down the road (Route 56). There you will find the Dollar General (Market), local gas station, 2 restaurants, hardware store as well as city & county government offices. There is also a public laundromat a couple miles down hwy. 1o8.
Quiet Hours: We want everyone to have a good time and a great camping experience. Respect and courtesy towards neighboring campers is therefore essential. Hence, we strictly enforce quiet hours throughout the campground between 10 pm and 8 am.
Repeat violators will be asked to leave. As will all those who demonstrate abusive or obnoxious behavior. It’s only been an issue a couple times over the last couple years. 99% of all our guests have been wonderful.
What if I don’t like my site? Each site within our campground is unique; whether RV, Yurt or Tent. No 2 sites are the same. If you don’t like the site you’re on, we’ll be happy to move you to a different one that more suits your needs/preferences, pending availability. However, the best idea would be to call our camp hostess in advance and let her know what you’re looking for. She will be happy to help you.
Can I be guaranteed a particular site? Maybe you have camped with us before and have a favorite site. If you want to be guaranteed a particular site, you must “lock” it when you make your reservation. If you don’t, you are subject to possible relocation to a similar site category. This is automatically performed by the inherent “optimization” protocol within the system. A relatively inexpensive one-time “lock fee” will secure your selected site throughout the term of your entire reservation.
Bugs and critters and poisonous plants, oh MY! There have been rumors of bears within Savage Gulf. We’ve never seen one at the Campground (yet). Poisonous snakes have been reported nearby and along the Greeter Falls trails. Over 3 plus years, my staff and I have seen a few copperheads. They usually hang around wood piles.
However, locals who have lived much of their lives, assure us cottonheads, cottonmouths and rattlesnakes are around! Squirrels, neighborhood dogs, mice and insects can become an issue if you leave food out and unattended overnight or trash improperly stashed. You should always be aware of and avoid poisonous plants (ivy, oak, sumac). Best to wear insect repellent to protect against ticks and chiggers when trekking through the woods.
Can I check in remotely? If you make your reservations through CampSpot, you can check-in online by submitting payment and signing the terms and conditions. Just follow the link provided in your email. If you are unable to check in online, please follow the procedures for late check in below.
Can I check in after hours? If you arrive after hours, please go directly to your site. Thereafter, you will need to come to the Camp Store during business hours (located at 180 Greeter Falls Road North – our main campus @ Area C) to sign the terms & conditions, retrieve your wifi password and personal access code to the campground bathhouse and activity center.
We are pet friendly… BUT: We love happy campers and we love their furry friends. We have a good sized community dog park and even provide several RV sites with small private dog parks. It’s wonderful to see pups make new friends and mingle. But, please keep your pets leashed when strolling around the campground and contained if/when they are begin to act aggressively.
In respect to neighboring campers, dogs that have the habit of barking continuously through the night are not welcomed. A max of two well-behaved pets per site is our policy. Also, whether you’re within the dog park or walking around the campground, please clean up after your pets. There are Doggy bags available at the dog parks. Campers who leave any type of animal waste or residue (urine and/or poop) in our Yurts will be levied a sizable cleaning fee.
Nighttime Noises: (For campers that are sensitive to nighttime noises). Being in a rural area, many people have dogs. When they sense other woodsy critters afoot or perhaps just want to talk to each other, nighttime barking may abound. There is no way for us to control neighboring dogs. Therefore, it would be wise to bring (or purchase at our camp store) ear plugs or bring a portable sound machine, particularly when tent camping.
How is Phone Service there? AT&T works great. Verizon is good too. Sprint & T-Mobile are poor, spotty at best.
Can I have packages delivered to me while I am at the campground? We are sorry but we do NOT accept deliveries on behalf of our campers. If an emergency situation arises, such as your rig has broken down and you need to order a replacement part, please contact our camp office during business hours and we will try to accommodate your need.
Can I get Wi-Fi everywhere on the campground? Google Fiber Wifi is available at our central campus Area C (RV, Car Camp & Yurts within the #30s and #40s) and Area D (sites 61-71) as well as Area B (the Village). Area F (Cabins & RVs – #81 – 96) and Area E -Reserved for Long-term campers and Volunteer Workampers each have their own high-speed fiber wi-fi service. Although it is a professionally installed 1 GB Mesh Network, due to our heavily wooded environment, service cannot be guaranteed. Primitive Tent Sites within Areas A do not have access to Wi-Fi.
I forgot to enter a discount code when I made the reservation. Can you apply it afterwards? Sorry, we are unable to apply any discount codes after the fact. Please remember to enter the appropriate discount code when making a reservation on line or when booking by phone.
What is your cancellation policy: You can initiate all cancellations online if you booked on Campspot, no need to call.
- Cancellations made OVER 30 days prior to scheduled arrival date will result in a FULL refund minus the respective cancellation fee established via the Campspot system ($10-$30).
- Cancellations made between 8-30 days prior to the arrival date will be charged for their first day/night site rental. The remaining balance with be refunded to the original payment method.
- Cancellations made 7 days or less prior to the scheduled arrival date will result in a complete forfeiture of payment. In such cases, there will be NO refund or camp credit issued.
PLEASE NOTE: There is no credit or refund for early departures… or for unfavorable weather. Everyone who books through the Campspot Reservation System is offered the opportunity to purchase a “Weather Guarantee” which is a 3rd party service the provides “camping insurance”. It cannot be added after booking.
- This guarantee allows campers to receive reimbursement from Sensible Weather if it rains during their stay, based on the official NOAA forecast. The guarantee can be added for a fee during the booking process and provides peace of mind by protecting against unexpected rain.
What are some things to do around the campground? There are many recreational options available – here’s a list of a few. Many folks are interested in attending the latest music venue at the Caverns. If you’re planning on an extended hike and overnight camping within Savage Gulf, please make reservations with the Park Office directly.
There are an abundance of state parks and natural areas to explore with hundreds of miles of hiking trails, inspiring vistas and waterfalls. Other outdoor venues include camping, hunting, fishing, 4 wheel off-roading, mountain biking, rock climbing, white water rafting, horseback riding as well as exploring historical, cultural and artistic places of interest.
Although we’re an hour south of Music city, there are still plenty of entertainment and musical events to enjoy. The annual Bonnaroo Music Festival is only 20 miles from our Campground. The Caverns- a world renowned destination for live music and adventure caves is open to explore and experience daily. There is also a host of local musical venues to sample in nearby Sewanee and other locales.
The Friends of the Cumberland State Park website is a good place to check for area state parks and recreational areas. All Trails will provide you with a guide to some of the best hiking trails in the area.
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Greeter Falls Campground: hopes to provide healing and restoration through a gentle immersion and retreat within nature. Make your reservation online and book now.
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