95% (276) • 55 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Columbia
Southport Saltpeter Cave
1. Southport Saltpeter Cave
100%
(19)
12mi from Columbia · 10 sites
Southport Saltpetre Cave was mined during the Civil War for Saltpetre to manufacture black powder. David Crockett got his Saltpetre from this cave. The property also has hiking trails and primitive camping.Learn more about this land:We offer primitive cabins and tent camping in a forest setting. Several caves, springs, streams, bluffs, wildlife, and views make for a great camping experience. We also offer marked hiking trails. Nearby areas include Stillhouse Falls State Natural Area, The Farm, many wineries and distillers, home of James K Polk, and David Crockett SP.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Seven Pines River Resort
2. Seven Pines River Resort
98%
(30)
39mi from Columbia · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Seven Pines River Resort on the Buffalo River - Tennessee's premier riverside destination on 30 pristine acres. Camp beneath dramatic bluffs overlooking emerald waters, with modern amenities including private bathhouses, WiFi, fire pits, and access to our 21+ Sandbox lounge. Meet our resident goats, explore working farmland, and enjoy on-site dining at PuckerWilly's (opening 2026). Less than 2 hours from Nashville.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$45
/ night
The Woodlands at Buffalo River
3. The Woodlands at Buffalo River
100%
(27)
43mi from Columbia · 7 sites
🌲 Welcome to our serene woodland retreat perched atop Middle Tennessee's picturesque ridge tops, spanning 35 acres of pure natural beauty—Nashville's expansive backyard getaway! 🌳
Embark on an immersive journey where nature meets adventure at our carefully designed RV park with Tiny Home Lots available for rent. Whether you're seeking a rustic getaway or a snug tiny home experience, we have the perfect haven for you.
Surround yourself with the tranquility of our private property, enveloped by lush trees and offering stunning ridge views that let you escape the everyday and embrace the outdoors. Begin your day with the melody of chirping birds and venture out into nature for a revitalizing experience.
Water enthusiasts will delight in our prime location, granting direct access to the Buffalo River boat dock just a mile away. Easily launch your kayak, canoe, or tube for a memorable aquatic escapade. Spend your days navigating the gentle currents, soaking in the river's allure, and relishing the peace of the water.
Our property caters to families, groups, and solo adventurers, and we happily accommodate pets. We're dedicated to making outdoor experiences accessible to all, fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and respects every guest.
Embracing the spirit of a genuine nature retreat, we offer unembellished accommodations that allow you to fully engage with the natural surroundings. With reasonable rates, we ensure your getaway is both attainable and remarkable. Whether you seek a quiet moment by the river, an exhilarating kayak journey, or a serene hike through the woods, our property delivers it all.
Trade the ordinary for the extraordinary at our woodland vacation haven in Middle Tennessee, affectionately known as Nashville's vast backyard. Revel in ridge top camping, experience the coziness of tiny home living, and relish in an array of outdoor exploits. Come forge connections, craft cherished memories, and find solace in the heart of nature. Your woodland escape, a part of Nashville's extended allure, beckons—secure your spot today and be part of our vibrant community.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Lost acres
4. Lost acres
100%
(30)
45mi from Columbia · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Acers of camping far from civilization. Primitive camping. Green fields awesome woods and a spring feed creek. find fossils. Please camp responsibly and hike out what you hike in.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$15
/ night
95% (276) • 55 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Columbia
Southport Saltpeter Cave
1. Southport Saltpeter Cave
100%
(19)
12mi from Columbia · 10 sites
Southport Saltpetre Cave was mined during the Civil War for Saltpetre to manufacture black powder. David Crockett got his Saltpetre from this cave. The property also has hiking trails and primitive camping.Learn more about this land:We offer primitive cabins and tent camping in a forest setting. Several caves, springs, streams, bluffs, wildlife, and views make for a great camping experience. We also offer marked hiking trails. Nearby areas include Stillhouse Falls State Natural Area, The Farm, many wineries and distillers, home of James K Polk, and David Crockett SP.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Seven Pines River Resort
2. Seven Pines River Resort
98%
(30)
39mi from Columbia · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Seven Pines River Resort on the Buffalo River - Tennessee's premier riverside destination on 30 pristine acres. Camp beneath dramatic bluffs overlooking emerald waters, with modern amenities including private bathhouses, WiFi, fire pits, and access to our 21+ Sandbox lounge. Meet our resident goats, explore working farmland, and enjoy on-site dining at PuckerWilly's (opening 2026). Less than 2 hours from Nashville.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$45
/ night
The Woodlands at Buffalo River
3. The Woodlands at Buffalo River
100%
(27)
43mi from Columbia · 7 sites
🌲 Welcome to our serene woodland retreat perched atop Middle Tennessee's picturesque ridge tops, spanning 35 acres of pure natural beauty—Nashville's expansive backyard getaway! 🌳
Embark on an immersive journey where nature meets adventure at our carefully designed RV park with Tiny Home Lots available for rent. Whether you're seeking a rustic getaway or a snug tiny home experience, we have the perfect haven for you.
Surround yourself with the tranquility of our private property, enveloped by lush trees and offering stunning ridge views that let you escape the everyday and embrace the outdoors. Begin your day with the melody of chirping birds and venture out into nature for a revitalizing experience.
Water enthusiasts will delight in our prime location, granting direct access to the Buffalo River boat dock just a mile away. Easily launch your kayak, canoe, or tube for a memorable aquatic escapade. Spend your days navigating the gentle currents, soaking in the river's allure, and relishing the peace of the water.
Our property caters to families, groups, and solo adventurers, and we happily accommodate pets. We're dedicated to making outdoor experiences accessible to all, fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and respects every guest.
Embracing the spirit of a genuine nature retreat, we offer unembellished accommodations that allow you to fully engage with the natural surroundings. With reasonable rates, we ensure your getaway is both attainable and remarkable. Whether you seek a quiet moment by the river, an exhilarating kayak journey, or a serene hike through the woods, our property delivers it all.
Trade the ordinary for the extraordinary at our woodland vacation haven in Middle Tennessee, affectionately known as Nashville's vast backyard. Revel in ridge top camping, experience the coziness of tiny home living, and relish in an array of outdoor exploits. Come forge connections, craft cherished memories, and find solace in the heart of nature. Your woodland escape, a part of Nashville's extended allure, beckons—secure your spot today and be part of our vibrant community.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Lost acres
4. Lost acres
100%
(30)
45mi from Columbia · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Acers of camping far from civilization. Primitive camping. Green fields awesome woods and a spring feed creek. find fossils. Please camp responsibly and hike out what you hike in.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$15
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Shana
January 2026
Tent
With pets
We had an incredible stay at this campsite and couldn’t have asked for a better way to welcome the New Year. The host was exceptionally kind and welcoming, greeting us upon arrival and making sure we had everything we needed. We were able to purchase firewood directly from him, which made settling in easy and seamless.
The site itself was the best primitive setup we could have dreamed of — thoughtfully arranged with a fire ring, and we were provided with a trash can, and a honey bucket. Everything was clean, well-organized, and clearly cared for, which made the experience feel both rustic and comfortable.
Spending New Year’s here with my partner was truly special. The site was incredibly peaceful, surrounded by quiet beauty, and the nearly full moon and stars made the night feel almost magical. It was the perfect place to unplug, reflect, and simply be present. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a serene, well-hosted primitive camping experience.
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Savannah
October 2025
Tent
Loved Lost Acres so much! Vinnie gave us a great tour of his favorite places on the property, and he was so, so accommodating and helpful. The property is super nice and private, but it's also very close to a Dollar General in case you forget something. Will definitely be keeping this site on our camping rotation!
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William
October 2025
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Myrodin
September 2025
Tent
3rd time staying here, tons of wildlife and they have upgraded their fire rings since I was last there.
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Jen
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We had another fantastic weekend camping at Seven Pines! Ken and Dawn are wonderful hosts. The sites are beautiful, the bathrooms are super nice and well stocked. We pretty much had the place to ourselves. We will be coming back!
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Steve
September 2025
35 ft travel trailer
Great spot but can be a bit dusty. Limited spots but great rustic scenery
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Heather
August 2025
34 ft travel trailer
The property is wonderful. We stayed on site 7. My dad stayed on site 9. The way the sites are set up. While sitting outside your camper, you are facing the woods. This makes it feel like you are not even at a campground. With my dad’s camper next to us (end to end) we had a ton of room for us to spread out. Troy and Jodi were extremely nice and came over to say hello. Would definitely recommend staying at this campground.
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Dan
July 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
This is my second time camping at Troy's place. It has everything you need as a camper - electric, water, sewer (at each site) and fiber internet (at each site). It's a great get-away and yet only about 10 minutes from Liden TN if you need to pick something up at the local grocery store. It is also near several kayak rental places. You will enjoy your stay!
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Benjamine
June 2025
Tent
With kids
Easy to find, host was friendly and helpful, tons of space. Just reach out to make sure the hay has been cut and you'll have all the room in the world to camp.
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Dan
June 2025
14 ft pop-up camper
WOW!!!
Don't hesitate to stay here.
First, this is only an hour away from our home but the drive there was beautiful. We didn't know it was so pretty.
When we arrived, we met Jody. She's so warm and genuine. The campground is under construction but it is wonderful. We met Troy as he took a break from working hard just to say hello and welcome us.
At night the campground has beautiful lights not big street lights but lanterns that provide just enough light.
Do yourself a favor and take a drive. We didn't use GPS for our drive we just drove. So beautiful!!
This campground is a hidden gem. Full hookups with WiFi!
We will be back often.
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Kayleen
May 2025
Tent
With pets
It was a lovely stay that I will make again. It's got no service so you can really disconnect and get in nature comfortably. They were super accommodating despite a same day booking on a random Wednesday and they were so kind and cool!
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Katherine
March 2025
Tent
It was a great camping site! Vinnie was very kind to show us directions to the site, as it was a bit confusing at times.
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Michael
February 2025
30 ft travel trailer
This was a great campground - facilities are perfect. Full hookups and even our own WiFi router for just our site! Nasty/stormy weather for the weekend we visited, so we didn’t get out to explore much, but we’d definitely come back here if we’re in the area.
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