Rental RVs in Oak Ridge, TN
Delivery Only
Travel Trailer in Powell
2017 • (1)
$105 USD /night
Class C in Lenoir-City
2018 • (4)
$199 USD /night
Class B in Knoxville
2019 • (1)
$199 USD /night
Delivery Only
Travel Trailer in Heiskell
2021 • (2)
$130 USD /night
Instant Book
Travel Trailer in Knoxville
2025 • (2)
$125 USD /night
Travel Trailer in Maryville
2020 • (1)
$135 USD /night
Superhost
Travel Trailer in Knoxville
2022 • (8)
$115 USD /night
Class C in Loudon
2010 • New listing
$166 USD /night
Delivery Only
Fifth Wheel in Andersonville
2018 • New listing
$170 USD /night
Oak Ridge RV rental: How it works
Planning an RV trip in Oak Ridge, TN is simple with RVezy. Search available RVs, compare options, choose pickup or delivery, and book securely online. Whether you are heading to a campground, national park, or weekend getaway, your adventure starts here.
1. Explore RV rentals
Browse a wide range of campervans, travel trailers, and motorhomes. Filter by dates, price, amenities, RV type, or delivery availability to find the right fit for your trip.
2. Choose pickup or delivery
Pick up your RV from a local host in Oak Ridge, TN or arrange delivery directly to your campsite, home, or other approved destination.
3. Get ready to travel
Confirm your booking and coordinate details with your host before departure. Insurance coverage and roadside assistance are included, so you can travel with confidence.
Recent Oak Ridge RV rental reviews
Very responsive to request to book. Accommodated our timing for delivery and pickup. Handled all the set up and take down. It's a small camper but is perfect if you just need a spot to sleep, shower and have a small meal. Just bring your extras to set up and enjoy the outdoors. (It does have 2 chairs and an outdoor rug as well).
Teresa Dail
May 2026
Rayn was an absolute pleasure to work with. This was my 1st ever experience using any type of service like this for an RV, and I will definitely do it again. She was extremely responsive, accommodating, and super friendly and nice. Many, many thanks to Rayn and her husband for making this an exceptional experience.
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Stephanie Welsing
Sep 2025
So happy to have rented our first time with Samantha. The camper is fairly new so it was super clean and all systems worked as expected. Any glitches in operation were resolved with the owners manual (on board) or with communication with Samantha. I towed to our camp site with a GMC Canyon (7K towing capacity & electronic brake control)) and it followed like a dream. No need for anti sway gear. Our property has no hookups so we basically boondocked for the weekend. Take advantage of the generators the host is offering if boondocking is your plan. They worked great. There is also a solar panel system that is providing power for minor items when you are off generator. Overall we had an awesome weekend and Samantha was a great host. I would rent from her again.
JamesR Hernandez
Jul 2025
We had a wonderful experience with Samantha and the Jayco. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
Grant Moffett
May 2025
These two were an absolute pleasure to work with. The rv was the perfect size for me and my lady , and everything worked as it should. I would definitely rent this wagon again and can’t speak highly enough about this couple!!!!
John Moore
Apr 2025
Experience was incredible. I highly recommend renting Haleem’s RV. It was perfect for my family of 6 and our dogs. RV came equipped with lots of thing we needed such as utensils , blankets and towels. Haleem really went above and beyond to ensure we had a seem less and enjoyable trip. I would love to rent this RV again.
Amanda Ojeda
Dec 2024
Rent this rv every year. And Ernest is great to work with. No issues ever.
Cam Law
Oct 2024
Perfect drop off and pick up. Charisse and Michael are very accommodating!! RV was clean and roomy! All the extras to make it comfortable.
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Sandra Morin
Jul 2024
If this trailer was close to my place I will rent it again both host were fantastic and very accommodating I be pleased to recommend them
Manon Foisy
Jul 2024
RV friendly events in Oak Ridge, TN
Great Smoky Mountains Fall Colors
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park transforms into a breathtaking tapestry of crimson, amber, and gold each fall, drawing visitors from across North America. With over 100 species of native trees painting the mountainsides, the experience is unmatched anywhere on the continent. Arriving in an RV means waking up surrounded by the season's finest colors, exploring at your own pace, from misty ridgelines at dawn to glowing valley floors at dusk.
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RVezy vs. Traditional RV rental
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- Book directly from local RV owners
- Choose the exact RV you want
- Delivery to your campsite, home, or destination
- More variety: trailers, motorhomes, and campers
Traditional RV rental
- Limited fleet from a rental company
- Exact RV not guaranteed
- Pickup only at retail locations
- Fewer RV types and less availability
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Skip the pickup. Skip the towing. Get an RV delivered and set up at your campsite so you can arrive, unpack, and start your trip stress-free.
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Frequently asked questions about renting an RV in Oak Ridge, TN
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Oak Ridge, TN?
An RV rental in Oak Ridge fits a wide range of budgets, especially compared to flying and hotels near the Smokies. On RVezy, towable trailers in the Oak Ridge area typically run around $125 to $175 per night, while motorhomes average closer to $200 to $275 per night, with many hosts offering weekly or monthly discounts. To score a cheap RV rental in Oak Ridge, book midweek, travel in the shoulder months of April, May, or October, and filter by Instant Book for the fastest confirmation. Pro tip: bundling delivery with a longer stay often costs less than paying nightly mileage for daily drives.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Oak%20Ridge%2C%20TennesseeDo I need a special license to rent an RV in Oak Ridge?
Tennessee does not require a special license or CDL to drive a personal-use RV, even larger Class A motorhomes. A standard driver's license is all you need to rent an RV in Oak Ridge, as long as you meet RVezy's approved driver requirements, which generally include being 25 or older. Visiting from outside the US? Your home-country license plus an International Driving Permit is typically accepted. You'll verify your ID through RVezy during checkout, so there's no extra paperwork at pickup. Most first-timers tell us the licensing piece was the easiest part of planning their Oak Ridge RV trip.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360039008774-Understanding-approved-driver-requirementsWhat protection and roadside assistance comes with my RVezy booking?
Every RV rental in Oak Ridge, TN booked through RVezy includes a renter protection plan plus 24/7 roadside assistance, so you can hit Highway 62 with peace of mind. You choose the protection level that feels right for you at checkout (hosts don't set this, you do), and it helps cover eligible damage to the RV during your trip. If you get a flat on the way to the Smokies or a battery dies at Melton Hill Dam Campground, one phone call gets help dispatched. It removes most of the financial worry that keeps first-timers from booking.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailWhat if my plans change? Can I cancel my Oak Ridge RV rental?
Booking is low-risk: RVezy sets the cancellation policy at the platform level (not individual hosts), and it includes a grace-period window after booking for a full refund. Cancellation outcomes depend on how far out you are from your trip start date, and RVezy reviews extenuating circumstances like natural disasters, which matters in East Tennessee where the occasional severe storm can roll through. You won't see different policies on different listings because this is handled by RVezy, not by hosts. Pro tip: book early to lock in the best Oak Ridge RV rental for peak summer Smokies trips, knowing flexibility is built in.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360037736674-Understanding-the-cancellation-policy-for-guestsCan I bring my dog on an Oak Ridge RV trip?
Absolutely. Plenty of hosts offer a pet-friendly RV rental in Oak Ridge, and you can find them in seconds by toggling the Pet-Friendly filter on RVezy. East Tennessee is a dog lover's paradise: the Haw Ridge Park trails right in Oak Ridge welcome leashed dogs, and most nearby campgrounds (Melton Hill Dam, Yarberry, Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park) allow pets at RV sites. Great Smoky Mountains National Park restricts dogs on most trails, but only the Gatlinburg Trail and the Oconaluftee River Trail allow leashed pets. Message the host before booking to confirm pet fees and any breed notes so check-in is smooth.
nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/pets.htmCan the RV be delivered to my campground or home in Oak Ridge?
Yes, and it's a game-changer for first-timers. Many Oak Ridge hosts offer RV delivery, meaning they'll drive the rig straight to Melton Hill Dam Campground, a friend's driveway in West Hills, or Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park, then level it, hook up water and power, and walk you through every system. To find these listings, switch on the Delivery filter on RVezy and check each host's delivery radius and fee. For a motorhome rental in Oak Ridge, delivery is especially smart if you'd rather skip the highway driving and just enjoy the campfire. It's the easiest way to ease into RV camping in Oak Ridge.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Oak%20Ridge%2C%20TennesseeHow does mileage work and how far can I drive on my Oak Ridge RV trip?
Mileage is set by each host, and many offer generous daily allowances or even an RV rental with unlimited mileage. From Oak Ridge you can reach a lot without burning miles: Great Smoky Mountains National Park is about 50 miles east, Pigeon Forge and Dollywood sit roughly 55 miles away, downtown Knoxville is only 25 miles, and Nashville is around 180 miles west on I-40. For a longer RV road trip from Oak Ridge, Chattanooga is about 110 miles south. Pro tip: ask your host for a mileage package upfront if you're planning multiple day trips, it's cheaper than paying per-mile overage later.
nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/directions.htmWhere are the best campgrounds near Oak Ridge, TN?
You're spoiled for choice. Some of the best campgrounds near Oak Ridge include Melton Hill Dam Campground (a Tennessee Valley Authority park about 9 miles south on Melton Hill Lake with paved sites and a boat ramp), Loyston Point Campground on Norris Lake, Yarberry Campground on Fort Loudoun Lake in Lenoir City, and Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park in Loudon for families who want splash pads and pools. For more adventure, Windrock Gap Campground & RV Park near Oliver Springs sits at the gateway to the famous Windrock ATV trails. All offer full or partial hookups for RV camping in Oak Ridge and book up fast in summer.
tva.com/environment/recreation/campgrounds/melton-hill-dam-campgroundWhen is the best time of year to take an Oak Ridge RV trip?
Spring and fall are the sweet spots. April, May, September, and October bring comfortable highs in the 70s with lower humidity and stunning color in the Cumberland and Smoky Mountain foothills, making them ideal for an Oak Ridge RV trip. Summer (June through August) is warm and humid with highs near 88F and afternoon thunderstorms, but it's prime swimming season on Melton Hill and Norris lakes. Winter is mild compared to most of the country, with January lows around 28F, and many local campgrounds stay open year-round. Insider tip: late October offers peak fall foliage along the Foothills Parkway, and campsites are easier to grab.
weather.gov/mrx/I've never rented an RV before. Will I know what to do?
You've got this, and you won't be left to figure it out alone. Every RVezy host gives you a full walkthrough at pickup: how to use the generator, dump tanks, level the rig, run the awning, and operate the propane stove. If you'd rather skip the driving entirely, many Oak Ridge hosts deliver and set up at your campsite. Oak Ridge is a forgiving place to learn since roads like Oak Ridge Turnpike and Illinois Avenue are wide and well-maintained, and Melton Hill Dam Campground is only about 20 minutes from town. First time renting an RV? You can also message the host before booking with any question, no matter how small.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Oak%20Ridge%2C%20TennesseeWhat happens if something goes wrong on the road?
Help is one call away, 24/7. Every RVezy booking includes 24-hour roadside assistance, so if you have a flat on I-40 near Kingston, a dead battery at Frozen Head State Park, or a lockout at Norris Dam State Park, support is just a call away. Your host is also typically reachable for questions about quirks of their specific rig, and RVezy customer support is there before, during, and after your trip. Pro tip: save the roadside number to your phone before you leave Oak Ridge, and download offline maps because cell service can drop in the Cherokee National Forest.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailCan I take my Oak Ridge RV rental to other states or into Canada?
Yes, interstate travel is welcome on most listings, and an RV road trip from Oak Ridge is one of the best ways to see the South. Popular routes include heading east 50 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, south 110 miles to Chattanooga, north about 75 miles to the Cumberland Gap, or west 180 miles to Nashville on I-40. Canada is allowed on many bookings if you message the host first to confirm insurance is valid for cross-border travel. One important note: Mexico travel is not permitted on RVezy rentals because insurance coverage doesn't extend there. Always confirm your route in the booking message so everyone's on the same page.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360039340074-Insurance-coverage-validityWhat kind of fuel mileage will I get and how should I budget for gas?
Good news: Tennessee has some of the lower gas prices in the country, which helps an Oak Ridge RV trip stretch further. Expect roughly 8 to 10 MPG for a Class A motorhome, 10 to 14 MPG for a Class C, 18 to 22 MPG for a Class B campervan, and around 12 to 16 MPG for a tow vehicle pulling a travel trailer. For a typical week visiting the Smokies, Norris Lake, and downtown Knoxville, budget $200 to $400 in fuel. Pro tip: fill up at the Pilot or Love's near I-40 exit 376 in Harriman before heading into Oak Ridge, prices in town often run a few cents higher.
eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/How far in advance should I reserve a campground near Oak Ridge?
Earlier is better, especially for summer and fall foliage weekends. Tennessee Valley Authority campgrounds like Melton Hill Dam book through Recreation.gov and open reservations six months ahead, with prime lakeside sites going fast for Memorial Day through Labor Day. Great Smoky Mountains National Park campgrounds (Elkmont, Cades Cove, Smokemont) also use Recreation.gov and fill up months in advance. Tennessee State Parks like Frozen Head and Norris Dam book through TNStateParks.com. For private parks like Watts Bar Lake Jellystone, book directly on their site. Insider tip: aim 3 to 6 months ahead for weekends in June through October, and you'll have your pick of the best campgrounds near Oak Ridge.
recreation.gov/camping/gateways/2725What are the local driving conditions like around Oak Ridge?
Driving in and around Oak Ridge is straightforward for an RV. The main routes (Oak Ridge Turnpike, Highway 95, Highway 62, and Pellissippi Parkway) are wide, well-maintained four-lane roads. You're about 25 miles from Knoxville via I-40/I-75, both rated for any RV size. Things get more interesting once you head into the Smokies: Newfound Gap Road climbs to 5,046 feet with switchbacks, and the famous Tail of the Dragon (US-129) is not suitable for long rigs. Summer afternoon thunderstorms can make for slick roads, so plan driving for mornings. Local tip: avoid the Y-12 plant gate area on weekdays at shift change when traffic backs up.
tn.gov/tdot.htmlWhat amenities can I expect at campgrounds near Oak Ridge?
Local campgrounds are well-equipped. Tennessee Valley Authority sites like Melton Hill Dam offer 30/50-amp electric, water hookups, dump stations, hot showers, and boat ramps. Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park provides full hookups (water, sewer, electric), Wi-Fi, pools, and a camp store. Yarberry Campground on Fort Loudoun Lake has air-conditioned bathhouses and rents kayaks, paddle boats, and bikes. For dumping and fresh water on the go, most TVA and state parks let day-users pay a small fee to use the dump station. Pro tip: grab propane refills at Tractor Supply in Clinton or the Love's Travel Stop off I-40 exit 376, both are RV-friendly and quick.
tva.com/environment/recreation/campgroundsWhat's actually inside the RVs I can rent in Oak Ridge?
More creature comforts than you'd expect. Oak Ridge listings range from cozy campervan rentals in Oak Ridge with a bed, mini-kitchen, and sink, to full Class A motorhomes with queen beds, full bathrooms with showers, kitchens with stove and microwave, slide-outs, flat-screen TVs, and rooftop air conditioning, perfect for those 88F July afternoons. Most travel trailers and Class C motorhomes sleep 4 to 8, include seatbelted travel seats, and many hosts offer Wi-Fi hotspots, generators, and outdoor add-ons. Filter by sleeps count and RV type on RVezy to match the right rig to a family RV trip Oak Ridge style. Every listing photo and amenity list spells out exactly what's included.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Oak%20Ridge%2C%20TennesseeWhat add-ons and options should I know about when booking?
You can customize your Oak Ridge trip easily. Common host add-ons include camping chairs and tables, kitchen and linen kits, generators for off-grid stays at places like Frozen Head State Park, bike racks, kayaks, and pet packages. Delivery and setup is usually a flat fee based on distance from the host's home base. Pickup is typically at the host's driveway in Oak Ridge or surrounding towns like Clinton, Kingston, or Farragut, with most hosts allowing 1 to 2 hours for orientation. Pro tip: lock in your generator add-on early if you're heading to primitive sites or boondocking in the Cherokee National Forest, they go fast in summer.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Oak%20Ridge%2C%20TennesseeHow does payment and the security deposit work?
It's all handled securely through RVezy, with no cash or side payments to the host. You pay your trip total (rental, fees, protection) by card at booking, and a refundable security deposit is held shortly before pickup. The deposit amount varies by RV and is shown clearly on every listing before you confirm. As long as you return the rig in the same shape you got it (no major damage, tanks dumped if required, fuel topped up per the agreement), the hold is released after your trip. Pro tip: do a quick walkaround video with the host at pickup and dropoff, it's the easiest way to avoid disputes and get your deposit back fast.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038106214-How-the-security-deposit-worksWhere can I park or stay overnight if I'm not at a campground?
You've got options near Oak Ridge for where to park an RV in Oak Ridge overnight. Many Cracker Barrel and Walmart locations in nearby Knoxville and Lenoir City permit one-night RV parking if you ask the manager first, and the Love's Travel Stop at I-40 exit 347 in Harriman is a popular overnighter for rigs. The City of Oak Ridge doesn't allow long-term street parking of RVs in residential neighborhoods, so plan to stay at a campground for multi-night trips. Insider tip: Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, about 65 miles north, offers backcountry camping options for adventurers who want a quieter night under the stars.
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