- Castalian Springs
The best family-friendly glamping near Castalian Springs
99% (197) • 3 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Castalian Springs
Waterloo Falls
1. Waterloo Falls
100%
(135)
47mi from Castalian Springs · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
The Property:
Located north of Cookeville in the rolling hills and farmland, our property is on Spring Creek, a state scenic river. Situated between two waterfalls and featuring over half a mile of river frontage to explore. Float, fish and relax listening to the cascading water. Perfect for bird watchers- blue and green herons, ospreys, hawks, bald eagles and more. You may spot the creek critters- minks, beavers, and otters. Various types of bass, craw dad's and minnows are in the creek.
We operate similar to a state park. We are open to the public from 10am-7pm, peak season. We have other listings that are spaced so each of our guests has privacy. Please see aerial photo for an overview. We sometimes have small events (birthday parties, ect) at the pavilion. Please feel free to message us first, if you would like to see if there are any events during your stay.
There are 2 restrooms centrally located at the pavilion. One bathroom has a shower with hot water, soap, shampoo/conditioner included. The restrooms are shared with our other listings. There are USB and regular outlets in the pavilion and WiFi. During warm season the outdoor kitchen is available as well.
We also rent out a Suite which is located above the pavilion.
Quiet hours are 10pm-8am.
Pets are welcome as long as they are leashed and picked up after. Please note there is a gun range 2 hollers away and depending on the season, it can be heard from our property.
Tent in the Trees Listing:
Your tent site is built above the trail and overlooking the creek.
The tent is equipped with a queen bed, linens, extra blankets & essential cooking gear. There is a fire pit with grill and griddles for cooking over wood or charcoal. Really, all you need is clothes, food and drink!
Primitive Camp Site:
The rustic camp site is DIY. It is 300' from pavilion, and 600' from Tent in the Trees. We provide a picnic table and fire pit You bring all the rest of your gear. Typically, you may park next to your campsite.
No RV's, converted vans are permitted. If you have a very small camper, please message us to see if we can accommodate. There are no hookups, and no loud generators allowed.
Bundles of wood available $10.
Escape in nature and sleep soundly to the sounds of the creek!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Hidden Timbers Homestead
2. Hidden Timbers Homestead
100%
(63)
34mi from Castalian Springs · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Hidden Timbers Homestead is a 7 acre campground retreat just 25 minutes outside the city of Nashville. With its open space and tall trees, it’s a private getaway still close to the action. The easy access and gravel roads give way to covered camping spots and quiet slips. The property also serves as a working homestead in its early years of development. On any given day you may be accompanied on your walks by our farm dogs or a chicken or two.
Here you’ll find peace.
It’s our goal that you leave revived and refreshed after hiding away for a few days on the homestead.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
On The Rocks Campsite
3. On The Rocks Campsite
95%
(39)
23mi from Castalian Springs · 1 site · Lodging
WE ARE REMOVING THE TENT AND PLAN TO BUILD A RUSTIC CABIN IN THE SPRING. WE WILL ALSO HAVE REGULAR TENTS AVAILABLE FOR RENT, AND WILL UPDATE WITH NEW PHOTOS. THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PAST CUSTOMERS 😊##### We are closed for the season######## Brand name Bell 16 foot round tent built on sturdy cedar deck on top of a cluster of large limestone rocks in beautiful grove of mostly Maple and Oak trees. My oldest son Ben, and I built this campsite in January of 2024, from both our visions, and tried to make it a truly magical setting. Ben was also featured in two episodes of Building Off The Grid, on the Discovery Channel, so he put quite a bit of expertise and knowledge into our site. I love hosting and decorating, so the interior of the tent is constantly changing. Also features cedar outhouse with composting toilet, cedar bridges built across rocks, as well as two chair hammock area, picnic table and gas grill. Firepit has natural log seating and several more folding chairs, pillows and outdoor blankets stored in waterproof chest. Tent features a queen size bed, adult size folding cot stored under bed, adult size sleeping pad, 2 upholstered chairs set up as reading/relaxing nook, coffee maker, and Yeti battery pack for electrical and charging needs. We will provide drinking water and extra water for washing up. We supply all linens and dishware needs. First Aid Kit is provided, but we are just a short walk through the woods if you need anything. Nestled on 1 acre of our 10 acre hobby farm, which includes Peacocks, chickens, 4 cats, 5 Collies and a Weimaraner named Maggie, as well as a couple of goats, including a very friendly dwarf goat named Pickles. You may also see wildlife, such as deer and turkey, strolling down the meadow on the lower part of your site. Strands of lighting and battery candles provide a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere in the evenings. Coolers available if you need one. You can bring up to 2 extra tents for families looking for an out door experience . For additional fees we can provide you with firewood, fresh eggs, homemade breads, cookies, locally sourced honey, and ask us about some home cooked meals! We ask that you please close up all windows and doors when you check out😊
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$110
/ night
99% (197) • 3 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Castalian Springs
Waterloo Falls
1. Waterloo Falls
100%
(135)
47mi from Castalian Springs · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
The Property:
Located north of Cookeville in the rolling hills and farmland, our property is on Spring Creek, a state scenic river. Situated between two waterfalls and featuring over half a mile of river frontage to explore. Float, fish and relax listening to the cascading water. Perfect for bird watchers- blue and green herons, ospreys, hawks, bald eagles and more. You may spot the creek critters- minks, beavers, and otters. Various types of bass, craw dad's and minnows are in the creek.
We operate similar to a state park. We are open to the public from 10am-7pm, peak season. We have other listings that are spaced so each of our guests has privacy. Please see aerial photo for an overview. We sometimes have small events (birthday parties, ect) at the pavilion. Please feel free to message us first, if you would like to see if there are any events during your stay.
There are 2 restrooms centrally located at the pavilion. One bathroom has a shower with hot water, soap, shampoo/conditioner included. The restrooms are shared with our other listings. There are USB and regular outlets in the pavilion and WiFi. During warm season the outdoor kitchen is available as well.
We also rent out a Suite which is located above the pavilion.
Quiet hours are 10pm-8am.
Pets are welcome as long as they are leashed and picked up after. Please note there is a gun range 2 hollers away and depending on the season, it can be heard from our property.
Tent in the Trees Listing:
Your tent site is built above the trail and overlooking the creek.
The tent is equipped with a queen bed, linens, extra blankets & essential cooking gear. There is a fire pit with grill and griddles for cooking over wood or charcoal. Really, all you need is clothes, food and drink!
Primitive Camp Site:
The rustic camp site is DIY. It is 300' from pavilion, and 600' from Tent in the Trees. We provide a picnic table and fire pit You bring all the rest of your gear. Typically, you may park next to your campsite.
No RV's, converted vans are permitted. If you have a very small camper, please message us to see if we can accommodate. There are no hookups, and no loud generators allowed.
Bundles of wood available $10.
Escape in nature and sleep soundly to the sounds of the creek!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Hidden Timbers Homestead
2. Hidden Timbers Homestead
100%
(63)
34mi from Castalian Springs · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Hidden Timbers Homestead is a 7 acre campground retreat just 25 minutes outside the city of Nashville. With its open space and tall trees, it’s a private getaway still close to the action. The easy access and gravel roads give way to covered camping spots and quiet slips. The property also serves as a working homestead in its early years of development. On any given day you may be accompanied on your walks by our farm dogs or a chicken or two.
Here you’ll find peace.
It’s our goal that you leave revived and refreshed after hiding away for a few days on the homestead.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
On The Rocks Campsite
3. On The Rocks Campsite
95%
(39)
23mi from Castalian Springs · 1 site · Lodging
WE ARE REMOVING THE TENT AND PLAN TO BUILD A RUSTIC CABIN IN THE SPRING. WE WILL ALSO HAVE REGULAR TENTS AVAILABLE FOR RENT, AND WILL UPDATE WITH NEW PHOTOS. THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PAST CUSTOMERS 😊##### We are closed for the season######## Brand name Bell 16 foot round tent built on sturdy cedar deck on top of a cluster of large limestone rocks in beautiful grove of mostly Maple and Oak trees. My oldest son Ben, and I built this campsite in January of 2024, from both our visions, and tried to make it a truly magical setting. Ben was also featured in two episodes of Building Off The Grid, on the Discovery Channel, so he put quite a bit of expertise and knowledge into our site. I love hosting and decorating, so the interior of the tent is constantly changing. Also features cedar outhouse with composting toilet, cedar bridges built across rocks, as well as two chair hammock area, picnic table and gas grill. Firepit has natural log seating and several more folding chairs, pillows and outdoor blankets stored in waterproof chest. Tent features a queen size bed, adult size folding cot stored under bed, adult size sleeping pad, 2 upholstered chairs set up as reading/relaxing nook, coffee maker, and Yeti battery pack for electrical and charging needs. We will provide drinking water and extra water for washing up. We supply all linens and dishware needs. First Aid Kit is provided, but we are just a short walk through the woods if you need anything. Nestled on 1 acre of our 10 acre hobby farm, which includes Peacocks, chickens, 4 cats, 5 Collies and a Weimaraner named Maggie, as well as a couple of goats, including a very friendly dwarf goat named Pickles. You may also see wildlife, such as deer and turkey, strolling down the meadow on the lower part of your site. Strands of lighting and battery candles provide a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere in the evenings. Coolers available if you need one. You can bring up to 2 extra tents for families looking for an out door experience . For additional fees we can provide you with firewood, fresh eggs, homemade breads, cookies, locally sourced honey, and ask us about some home cooked meals! We ask that you please close up all windows and doors when you check out😊
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$110
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Alex
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Waterloo Falls
LOVED THE TREE HOUSE!!!! Waterfalls are gorgeous! This place is a treasure!
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Margaret
November 2025
Weekend Trip to On The Rocks Campsite
What a wonderful experience! So many personal touches. I highly recommend. Thanks!
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Millicent
November 2025
With pets
I loved getting to go flaming for my first time ever here! It was absolutely gorgeous! Had a wonderful time getting out into nature and unwinding with my family.
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will
October 2025
With pets
The campsite was very nice, with great personal touches and everything we needed during our stay. There were strings of lights hung throughout the main camp area, which was great for getting around at night. The large tent had everything one might need, from cookware and utensils, blankets, seating, as well as a bed AND a fan for cooling off. The entire setting was very pretty and relaxing, with the tent on a deck perched over large rocks with thoughtful mulched pathways throughout. It was a very nice place and our hosts were very easy to get in contact with, making sure we had a great time. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great campsite with extra perks.
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Coblan
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Waterloo Falls
We loved our stay and would highly recommend it. Alice is an excellent host. We enjoyed it so much, we're already talking about the next time we should go.
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Andrew
October 2025
With pets
Loved the space! Amazing location, everything was fantastic. Wonderful host, will definitely be back……
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Tina
October 2025
With kids
We found this place online and we are so glad we did! A short girls trip with daughters and their kids, this location made us feel like we were secluded, yet safe. Miss Judy had so many extra touches and a cozy atmosphere. We also got a visit from their peacocks in the morning! We would definitely stay again. Great site and great hosts!
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Tati
September 2025
2 nights at Waterloo Falls
It was an amazing place we unfortunately couldn’t go for the long hike like we wanted because we got rained out but the tent was perfect to watch the rain and chill. Very beautiful area
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Danielle
September 2025
With pets
Incredible stay. Lovely, peaceful environment. Fully equipped tent. Cozy bed. I wish I’d stayed longer.
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Sabrina
September 2025
With kids
This is a wonderful place for a family getaway. The large rocks on which the yurt is set make the location truly spectacular. I highly recommend purchasing firewood to enjoy making s’mores together. My five-year-old daughter loved visiting the dogs on the property, as well as the chickens, peacocks, roosters, and goats. In the evening, the lights surrounding the yurt create a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere.
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Jason
September 2025
2 nights at Waterloo Falls
Beautiful setting! Super close to both waterfalls. Had a great time!
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Addie
September 2025
Weekend Trip to On The Rocks Campsite
This was the absolutely PERFECT getaway spot. The description online was accurate in every way. We enjoyed walking around, as well as making s'mores and hotdogs! Judy was super responsive, helpful, and intentional. What a beautiful, safe, and serine place! 🫶🌞
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Shauney
September 2025
Weekend Trip to On The Rocks Campsite
On the Rocks is such a rare and stunning place to camp! We really enjoyed the cozy fall setup inside the tent — it felt so welcoming and thoughtful. The fresh pumpkin bread was absolutely delicious, and the eggs are a must-try… so tasty!!
We had a great time exploring through the rocks and woods, and even though the site is right beside a road, there wasn’t much traffic at all during the weekend. It truly felt peaceful and semi-private.
This was such a refreshing and relaxing place to stay and spend quality time together. We’re so glad we found this gem and can’t wait to come back!
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Wade
September 2025
With pets
One of our favorite camping spots to date!! This is the best place to escape, slow down and rest. Enjoy the sounds of nature and enjoy a night or two under the stars!
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liz
August 2025
Weekend Trip to On The Rocks Campsite
My husband and I loved Judy’s land! The critters were a bit noisy at times but other than that we had a relaxing time. The baked goods were delicious too!
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Hannah
August 2025
With pets
What a beautiful place! We really enjoyed our stay in the tent in the trees and would recommend it to anyone who wants to spend some quality time in nature. It was great to be close to so many waterfalls and Alice was a very welcoming and helpful host.
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Natalie
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Waterloo Falls
Everyone should spend at least one night at Tent in the Trees. Everything that one would need to camp is provided - just bring food and drink. I'll definitely stay here again when I need an easy place to unplug and unwind.
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Lara
July 2025
With pets
An absolutely gorgeous spot. I love nature but my husband is a bit of a diva. This was an excellent compromise. You can charge batteries and access WiFi at the nearby pavillion. The tent is stocked with most conveniences you’d have at home. I was impressed with the mini kitchen and benches + folding tables you can use to eat inside in case of bad weather. And it’s steps away from a great swimming area + waterfall where you can float. Overall 10/10 experience, I would absolutely recommend and I’d love to come back some day and check out some other waterfalls in the area!
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Patrick
July 2025
With pets
Alice’s tent was an incredible stay! Everything was well thought out and you don’t need to bring a thing outside of your food & clothes. The water features were wonderful and you could spend the entire stay on the property but we chose to also explore the nearby state parks. We stayed over 4th of July weekend so the property was very busy- not a bad thing but worth keeping in my (lots of visitors with day passes, a food truck, etc). As long as you don’t mind sharing this beautiful land with others, I HIGHLY recommend staying here.
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Ridge
June 2025
With pets
Alice is a fantastic host! The zen and breathtaking views made us add an additional night to continue enjoying it! We traveled with our two dogs and they couldn’t get enough of the waters and waterfall. We spent more time at the upper falls as it was easier swimming conditions for the pups. Alice was extremely helpful our entire stay and even gave us some insight for some additional views and hikes! The tent is stocked with everything you need. In fact, we brought too many things that were already provided. We can’t wait to come back! Has been one of my most enjoyable Hicamp stays so far!
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