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  • Beach
  • Boat Launch
  • Hiking
  • Showers
  • Bathrooms

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Experience the beauty of Tennessee at Douglas Dam Headwater Campground. Offering stunning views, spacious sites, a peaceful atmosphere, and great amenities.

Spend your day swimming at the beach, taking your boat out on the water, having a picnic with your friends and family, or taking a hike on the Trotter Bluff trail.

With plenty to do and see, Douglas Headwater Campground is the perfect spot for all. Book your spot today!

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  • RV

    Non-Waterfront RV Site

    NOTE: Golden Age and Golden Access Passholders will receive credit discount by showing their pass at check-in. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground is located in Sevierville, Tennessee on TVA Douglas Reservoir in Sevier County. It is 1/2 mile (and about 7 minutes) from Douglas Dam Tailwater Campground. The campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. A recently developed TVA trail, called Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts lefover from the construction of the Dam. The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping. Laundry Room available.

    Site amenities: 30-Amp · 50-Amp · Back-In · Pet-Friendly· and more!

    Starting at $33 .00 night 33 Available Locations
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  • RV

    Waterfront RV Site

    NOTE: Golden Age and Golden Access Passholders will receive credit discount by showing their pass at check-in. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground is located in Sevierville, Tennessee on TVA Douglas Reservoir in Sevier County. It is 1/2 mile (and about 7 minutes) from Douglas Dam Tailwater Campground. The campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. A recently developed TVA trail, called Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts lefover from the construction of the Dam. The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping. Laundry Room available.

    Site amenities: 30-Amp · 50-Amp · Back-In · Pet-Friendly· and more!

    Starting at $35 .00 night 21 Available Locations
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  • RV

    Primitive RV Site

    NOTE: Golden Age and Golden Access Passholders will receive credit discount by showing their pass at check-in. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground is located in Sevierville, Tennessee on TVA Douglas Reservoir in Sevier County. It is 1/2 mile (and about 7 minutes) from Douglas Dam Tailwater Campground. The campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. A recently developed TVA trail, called Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts lefover from the construction of the Dam. The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping. Laundry Room available.

    Site amenities: Back-In · Pet-Friendly

    Starting at $25 .00 night 2 Available Locations
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  • RV

    Non-Waterfront RV Site

    NOTE: Golden Age and Golden Access Passholders will receive credit discount by showing their pass at check-in. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground is located in Sevierville, Tennessee on TVA Douglas Reservoir in Sevier County. It is 1/2 mile (and about 7 minutes) from Douglas Dam Tailwater Campground. The campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. A recently developed TVA trail, called Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts lefover from the construction of the Dam. The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping. Laundry Room available.

    Site amenities: 30-Amp · Accessible · Back-In · Pet-Friendly· and more!

    Starting at $33 .00 night 1 Available Location
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  • RV

    Waterfront RV Site

    NOTE: Golden Age and Golden Access Passholders will receive credit discount by showing their pass at check-in. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground is located in Sevierville, Tennessee on TVA Douglas Reservoir in Sevier County. It is 1/2 mile (and about 7 minutes) from Douglas Dam Tailwater Campground. The campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. A recently developed TVA trail, called Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts lefover from the construction of the Dam. The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping. Laundry Room available.

    Site amenities: 30-Amp · Accessible · Back-In · Pet-Friendly· and more!

    Starting at $35 .00 night 1 Available Location
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Tent Sites

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    Primitive Tent Site

    NOTE: Golden Age and Golden Access Passholders will receive credit discount by showing their pass at check-in. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground is located in Sevierville, Tennessee on TVA Douglas Reservoir in Sevier County. It is 1/2 mile (and about 7 minutes) from Douglas Dam Tailwater Campground. The campground contains a total of 60 campsites, of which 54 are equipped with electric and water, 2 are ADA accessible, and 4 are primitive tent sites. The campground also features 3 bath houses, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, and a picnic area. A recently developed TVA trail, called Trotter Bluff, is located near the entrance to the campground. It is an easy 1-mile trek through a forest full of chestnut trees and wildlife. You can also spot some artifacts lefover from the construction of the Dam. The campground is separated into two sections, divided by an associated public boat ramp and parking lot. 21 sites are mostly waterfront on the left side of the boat ramp, and the remaining sites are situated up a hill to the right of the boat ramp. There are three bathhouses with warm water and flush toilets. All entry roads are paved, and campsites are graveled with most being level. All sites have a picnic table, and nearly all sites have a fire pit/grill combo. A dump station is located in the campground for those who are camping. Laundry Room available.

    Site amenities: Pet-Friendly

    Starting at $25 .00 night 2 Available Locations
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Ratings & Reviews

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4.7
Fantastic! 143 verified ratings
Site
4.7
Location
4.9
Restrooms
3.9
Amenities
4.4
Staff
4.9
Cellular
4.5
WiFi
3.4
Value
4.8
  • Mitchell H.

    October 2026

    Fantastic!

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    The camping site was very good and we enjoyed the view of the lake also the camp host was very friendly.

  • johnny m.

    October 2026

    Fantastic!

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    I was fine

  • David M.

    October 2026

    Fantastic!

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    The site was relatively level. The view of lake was great, even though the water level is low. TVA lowers the lake levels in the fall and winter. Staff was friendly.

Address

1680 Boat Launch Rd., Sevierville, TN 37876

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Park Policies

  • Check-in: 1:00pm
  • Check-out: 12:00pm
  • Pets allowed

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