Beach Camping Near Nashville, Tennessee, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2026

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping adventures near Nashville, Tennessee! Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, we've got you covered with over 499 options in the area that offer a beach experience. Get ready to soak up the sun and make a splash at campsites like Belle and Beau Acres (305 reviews), The Slab (by the Barren) (210 reviews), and Blue Heron Landing (65 reviews). With popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and pet-friendly spaces, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable beach camping experience. And with activities like whitewater paddling, hiking, and biking at your fingertips, there's never a dull moment. So pack your swimsuit and get ready to dive into the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Nashville

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping adventures near Nashville, Tennessee! Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, we've got you covered with over 499 options in the area that offer a beach experience. Get ready to soak up the sun and make a splash at campsites like Belle and Beau Acres (305 reviews), The Slab (by the Barren) (210 reviews), and Blue Heron Landing (65 reviews). With popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and pet-friendly spaces, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable beach camping experience. And with activities like whitewater paddling, hiking, and biking at your fingertips, there's never a dull moment. So pack your swimsuit and get ready to dive into the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Nashville

1. Howlin Hill

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(143)

38mi from Nashville · 18 sites · Tents, RVs

Primitive, Hammock, Tent camping, and small campers (16ft ish and under only, WITH NO HOOKUPS) at its absolute best! Great riverfront campsites as well as more secluded wooded sites just a short walk away from the riverfront. Howlin' Hill has the best riverfront beach access on this stretch of the gorgeous Duck River. Most of our campsites are shaded by a continuous tree canopy and each site is equipped with a fire pit. We have firewood for sale. Early summertime offers an amazing light show performed by thousands of lightning bugs. Portables and spring fed showers are provided within walking distance from your site. Located just 8 miles from Chapel Hill and Henry Horton State Park, our campgrounds can be reached in under an hour from many of Middle Tennessee’s more urban areas. We do allow early check in as long as the campsite is clear out from previous campers. We are very strict on our speed limit on the property. It is 5 mph for a reason. Please do the requested speed.

2. Howlin' Hill

94%

(70)

38mi from Nashville · 4 sites

A premier live music venue with primitive camping at it’s absolute best! We are strictly tent camping, just nature and all it has to offer.Great riverfront campsites as well as more secluded wooded sites just a short walk away from the riverfront. Trails 1,2 & 3 are a hammock camper’s dream! Howlin’ Hill (formally Rats Nest Campground) has the best riverfront beach access on this stretch of the gorgeous Duck River. All of our campsites are shaded by a continuous tree canopy and each site is equipped with a fire pit. We have firewood for sale and will deliver it directly to your campsite. Early summertime offers an amazing light show performed by thousands of lightning bugs. Portlets are provided within walking distance from your site. Otherwise, it’s just you and nature!

3. Big East Fork Valley

89%

(28)

19mi from Nashville · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Located in a quiet, pristine valley, adjacent to the Natchez Trace State Park twenty miles southwest of Nashville, Tennessee, on 5000 acres of forested land. Miles of hiking trails. Big East Fork is a preserved natural space dedicated to connecting people to Tennessee's beautiful wilderness. Ten private parcels were cobbled together, originally built as private residences and farmstead. All houses are available for rent and camping sites are located near by. Twenty miles of hiking trails wind throughout the forest, leading campers by the lake, creeks, and seasonal and perennial small waterfalls. Wildlife residents include hawks, turkeys, coyotes, beavers, and deer. Showers are available at Big East Fork Retreat. See bigeastfork.com.

4. J Percy Priest Lake

100%

(13)

181 sites · Green Hill, Tennessee

Fondly referred to as “Percy Priest” by Nashvillians, J Percy Priest Lake offers locals and visitors camping, beautiful scenery, and the chance for plenty of adventure. Those wanting to visit for a day will find biking and hiking trails with lake views, and plenty of day use shelters for a chance to chill and grill. You can get on the water in any way you choose—boats, kayaks, jet skis, and water skis are all welcome. You’ll be wowed by the lush green trees and sunny skies so much you’ll find yourself booking a campsite in one of their cushy campgrounds for a night under the stars. On top of all the adventure Mama Nature provides at Percy Priest, you can swing down to Music City; Nashville is only 15 miles away, where you can tour the Grand Ole Opry or grab a drink on Broadway. With access to this much adventure and the city of Nashville, you might just become a local yourself!

5. Old Hickory Lake

100%

(2)

100 sites · Hendersonville, Tennessee

Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Old Hickory Lake.

6. Montgomery Bell State Park

92%

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41 sites · Burns, Tennessee

Three lakes and many miles of trails make this park the ideal setting for adventure.

Toilets

Campfires

Potable water

7. Cordell Hull Lake

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300 sites · Carthage, Tennessee

Whether you are a creature of the land or water, Cordell Hull Lake is a wonderful place to burn off some steam and soak in some outdoor, lakefront goodness. Boating and fishing are great ways to spend the days around here, with 321 miles of shoreline waiting to be explored. Or you can choose between the many miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horse trails that surround the lake to scope out the abundant wildlife and find that peace and solitude you’ve been looking for. Nights can be spent stargazing at either the primitive or developed campgrounds, depending on what kind of experience you seek. Here's you’ve got many ways to take in all that Mother Nature has to offer. Not too shabby, right?

Public campgrounds near Nashville

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Anderson Road Campground

11mi from Nashville · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in J Percy Priest Lake

Forgot to snap a photo before we tore down our tent. The driveways are all really deep to fit big trailers, so you get to be pretty far off the road.

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Seven Points Campground

12mi from Nashville · 58 sites · Tents, RVs · in J Percy Priest Lake

Cedar Creek Campground

17mi from Nashville · 58 sites · Tents, RVs · in Old Hickory Lake

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Poole Knobs Campground

17mi from Nashville · 87 sites · Tents, RVs · in J Percy Priest Lake

100%

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Cages Bend Campground

18mi from Nashville · 42 sites · Tents, RVs · in Old Hickory Lake

92%

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Montgomery Bell Campground

28mi from Nashville · 41 sites · Tents, RVs · in Montgomery Bell State Park

100%

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Defeated Creek Park Campground

50mi from Nashville · 155 sites · Tents, RVs · in Cordell Hull Lake

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Reb

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

What a great place to stay. Wide open spaces. Great campsite right next to the river. It was everything I needed to have a fun time with kids. I would recommend.

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Jim

October 2025

12 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

Jenny and the team are so welcoming and friendly. The camp sites were well kept and the location was perfect.

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Jorge

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

My family and I had a great time, it's a quiet and beautiful place to rest, we will definitely come back!

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Ericka

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

I loved tent camping on Jenny's land. They were really welcoming and accommodating. I will be back. It was my first time camping and it'll be hard to beat this place.

Emily

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

Perfect! This was our first time camping and we will definitely be back. The host was great and checked on us a couple of times throughout the night and the site was secluded and private. 10/10 would recommend 🤗

Samantha

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

Had a awesome time ended up getting a little visitor in the middle of the night looking for snacks so always make sure all food is in your vehicle lol but he didn't leave hungry lol but we had a good time loved enjoying the water

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Ashley

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Howlin Hill

Jenny’s campsites are just what you need! We stayed on a Monday night. Jenny wasn’t there to greet us herself, but had another regular check in on us shortly after our arrival. Jenny herself came down and greeted us later and was just lovely. Safe, clean, spacious, water access! What more can you ask for?!?

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Taylor

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

Despite all the rain we had, the sites were all well kept. The owner was very welcoming. All around a great stay.

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Vicki

June 2025

16 ft pop-up camper

3 nights at Howlin Hill

We truly enjoyed our stay at Howlin Hills. Jenny was a gracious host that made sure we had everything we needed. The sites are nicely laid out and right along the river. Campers can enjoy a relaxing day of fishing and floating! The porta John’s were kept clean and the spring fed showers were refreshing after a hot and humid day in the sun! We will definitely be visiting again.

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Richard

June 2025

16 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

The campground hosts are very pleasant and make you feel like family. The campground has a river hippie vibe to it and the hang out spot at the river is really cool as well. We floated the duck river back to our campsite and it was more scenic that I expected. It's also very convenient access to the First Bank amphitheatre for concerts.

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Donnie & Bree

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

We loved tent camping on this property! The host is super friendly and welcoming. Spot #1 was a great place to sent up are large tent and still have plenty of room for a cooler, camping container, 4 chairs and our two kids. This property was mostly quiet besides occasionally hearing the cars from the highway. It was mostly tuned out by crickets at night and birds during the day. Very pretty spot to camp and I felt safe letting my little ones walk around infront of our site. The porta pottys were the cleanest I've EVER seen! Only downfall is a lot of mud when it's rainy but that's out of their control and there was definitely ticks around but again out of their control. We will definitely be staying here again and probably even kayak! They do have rentals and easy access to put in at the river! Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful place. Oh and there's lots of deer and wild turkeys to see!

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Kathy

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

If looking for a camping experience between primitive and water and sewer hook ups this is it. Porta johns and natural spring shower no hot water (freezing but refreshing....lol). Just a few campers and all spread out. Enjoyed the level site but is across from river side wish I'd know this. Another camper above us played music loudly until 1 am. I didn't see quite time signage. Sites are mowed and well kept. Waking in the morning to a woodpecker, turkey gobbles and birds was refreshing.

Corbin

December 2024

12 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

We stayed at Howlin Hill for a quick overnight stay when traveling from New Orleans to Cincinnati during the winter. While it was cold and empty during our stay, we could tell the land would be beautiful during warmer months with some fun concerts. Campsites 11 and 13 are near the river and tucked into a cozy little valley. The porta potty was clean. We’d definitely stay here again.

Charles

November 2024

Tent

Weekend Trip to Howlin Hill

The site was perfect. Attending a seminar at Henry Horton State Park. Hip Camps are awesome. Jenny came down to the site to check on us even though we came in late. Clean and comfortable!