Delano, Tennessee, lures RV travelers with its raging Ocoee River, host to the 1996 Olympic whitewater slalom. Eight RV parks dot the area, offering riverside sites from $15 a night. Park here to raft Class III rapids, hike Cherokee National Forest trails, and fish the Hiwassee by day.
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Delano hugs the Hiwassee River in Polk County, gateway to the Ocoee River's thunderous rapids. Thrill-seekers flock here for world-class whitewater rafting on sections that challenged Olympic athletes in 1996. Cherokee National Forest engulfs the town, packing trails like the Gee Creek Wilderness into tight loops. Locals celebrate with river festivals, drawing crowds to riverside spots along Highway 411.
RV parks anchor your Delano adventure. Budget campers claim spots at Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park for $15 nightly riverside peace. Families pick The Road Less Traveled, complete with showers, 50-amp and 30-amp service, plus a dump station at $43 to $65. Anglers and hookup hunters head to 2 Rivers RV Park Campground from $37, boasting showers, sewer, water, 50-amp power. Horse lovers saddle up at Lost Corral Horse Camp or Gee Creek Campground amid forest trails.
Delano stands out for the Ocoee River, site of 1996 Olympic whitewater events. Rafting draws experts to Class III and IV rapids year-round. The Hiwassee River adds calm floats, while Cherokee National Forest trails lead to waterfalls and wildlife spots just minutes from town. Festivals honor the rivers each summer along Highway 411.
Find eight RV parks near Delano, including Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park, Gee Creek Campground, The Road Less Traveled, 2 Rivers RV Park Campground, and Lost Corral Horse Camp. Most cluster along the Hiwassee and Ocoee rivers off Highway 411. Amenities range from basic tent sites to full hookups with showers and dump stations.
Yes, The Road Less Traveled and 2 Rivers RV Park Campground offer 50-amp service. The Road Less Traveled pairs it with showers and a dump station for $43-$65 nightly. 2 Rivers adds sewer and water hookups from $37, ideal for big rigs near the Ocoee River.