The best camping near Nashville with swimming

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Looking to go camping near Nashville, Tennessee and love swimming? Hipcamp has over 2100 options near Nashville, Tennessee that offer swimming. With options as low as $10 per night and an average price of $30 per night, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Belle and Beau Acres (305 reviews), The Falls at Sewanee Creek (286 reviews), and Hammock'Sway (220 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly policies. Plus, take advantage of activities like climbing, exploring historic sites, and hiking. Start planning your swimming adventure now!

97% (809) 30 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Nashville

Maple Shade Farm full hookup site

1. Maple Shade Farm full hookup site

100%
(110)
17mi from Nashville · 1 site · RV
Tired of campgrounds that feel more like parking lots? Come and reconnect with nature and park your RV on our private, family friendly, large, shaded, full hookup, 72 ft long, 30 and 50 amp RV site with wifi on our 50 acre farm with fire ring and picnic table and screen house. We are not a campground, just a small farm in a rural neighborhood with 2 full hookup RV sites for guests.  30 minutes (17miles) North of Nashville, Tennessee. There are wild Turkeys and Deer that roam the property. We also have some free range Guineas and Peacocks which is why we ask that all dogs, while welcome, remained leashed at all times. We do have a leash free field for dogs to run. Great place to get away and enjoy nature, take a walk on our trails through the woods, take a hike down to our creek, listen to the birds and watch the sunset over the pasture while cooking s’mores on the fire, yet not that far from Nashville!  Perfect for enjoying nature and/or visiting Nashville. This site is for self contained RVs only, there are no restroom facilities. Check in is between 2 pm and sundown. No check ins after dark without prior approval. Limit of 2 vehicles and 2 pets. When you request to book just let us know how many people will be camping, how many pets you will be bringing with you and what you are camping in, travel trailer or motor home, and what length in feet it is. Thank you! Since this is a natural area of fields and woods, along with farm animals and wildlife you may encounter insects. We recommend bringing insect repellent for mosquitoes and ticks and making sure that your pets have protection also.
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$46
 / night
Benjamin's RV Sanctuary

2. Benjamin's RV Sanctuary

100%
(149)
19mi from Nashville · 1 site · RV
Accessible from either I40, I65 or the Natchez Trace Parkway in scenic Franklin, TN come unwind and relax after a long day on the road. Pull your RV onto a cement pad surrounded by 3 acres of lush green splendor, uncork a bottle and let your dog roam. Owner Chef Robert lives onsite and is happy to prepare culinary meals to your liking under the stars (call for menu and separate pricing). The play area along with 3 Dwarf Goats and chickens are in the back of the property and make for a unique, fun time for children and adults as well! If you're rested and ready to explore, the Sanctuary is a quick drive to nearby trailheads, historic sites, distilleries and cafes. Have a road bike? The Sanctuary is directly on one of the best scenic bike routes! This 3 acre property is nestled in the quiet area of Franklin Tennessee, near Historic Leipers Fork and only 20 miles from Downtown Nashville.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$59
 / night
Sacred Dog Ranch

3. Sacred Dog Ranch

99%
(162)
23mi from Nashville · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our sanctuary is a special piece of history and a regenerative farm where living soil and pollinator banks combat climate change and revive the eco-system ! The cabin we live in was built in 1797 - which we have preserved and upgraded with fantastic antique decor, Rock N Roll flare and cutting edge street art. We encourage art, music and nature crafting! We take great pride in providing a magical creative space that is welcome to earthlings of all stripes! The June blooms are exceptional and the butterflies’ will delight... you will leave a little piece of your heart here on the farm❤️🐝🐶🧚‍♀️ Horse Back Riding available!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$50
 / night
J Percy Priest Lake

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!
Old Hickory Lake

5. Old Hickory Lake

100%
(2)
100 sites · Hendersonville, Tennessee
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Old Hickory Lake.
Gypsy Camp. 1043 Gallion rd.

6. Gypsy Camp. 1043 Gallion rd.

96%
(57)
30mi from Nashville · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
   Quite country side setting where campers have a beautiful view of valley in a rural farming community. Campers have use of gas grill for cooking, picnic table, fire pit and hot tub for your use at the main house.   Bathroom and shower available in main house.   Pets are welcome on a leash or can run with owner supervision. 
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$40
 / night
Howlin Hill

7. Howlin Hill

98%
(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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
Fox Field Farms Creekside Camping

8. Fox Field Farms Creekside Camping

100%
(91)
38mi from Nashville · 2 sites · Tents
Tent camp alongside the creek under a canopy of trees and be lulled to sleep by the sound of the water. Pitch your tent on the 10x10 raised tent site or nestle it among the trees. Explore the trails, cool off in the creek (yes, we have a couple of swimming holes), fish or just sit by the fire and relax. Watch for the eagles, blue heron, beavers and even the occasional sly fox. You may even hear the call of the whippoorwills in the evening. For those wanting to kayak or canoe, the Piney River is an easy commute of 20 minutes away. Bring your bikes for some of the best gravel rides in Hickman County! ***Amenities: Picnic tables and benches. We provide firewood and a composting toilet. ***A higher clearance vehicle is needed to traverse the steep gravel driveway. This is a walk-in site only due to creek crossings and narrow paths, vehicles are parked approximately 75 yards from campsite. We are happy to help haul your gear to the campsite. ***Check-in between 2pm and 6pm unless other arrangements are approved
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
from 
$49
 / night
Chatty Heifer Farm

9. Chatty Heifer Farm

99%
(200)
44mi from Nashville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The family we bought the farm from owned and farmed it since 1900. They built a cabin then and built a house around the cabin in 1920. We bought it in 2018 and have been renovating it to build a retreat center for first responders and others who serve unselfishly. To that end, we've cut hiking trails and campsites as well as filling the farm with livestock to help people slow down and de-stress. We're located in the beautiful green hills about an hour east of Nashville, Tennessee. Learn more about this land:Drift off to sleep with the sounds of a year-round creek just outside your campsite. Wake up to a beautiful meadow surrounded by green hills in rural Tennessee. Campsites are located on a 120 year old farm under restoration, which is family owned and operated. Get some time away. You'll have privacy as you explore the farm: wade the creek, sway on the tire swing, visit the farm animals (goats, cows, pigs, and chickens), pick wild berries, and sample farm fresh produce and eggs when available. Hiking trails are also available on the farm through tranquil woods.Property is easily accessible from Nashville. In addition, day trips are possible to several lakes, rivers, waterfalls, historic sites, civil war battlefields, state parks, and national wildlife areas.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$22
 / night
Cheatham Lock and Dam

10. Cheatham Lock and Dam

59 sites · Pleasant View, Tennessee
When the temperature rises, you know what to do. Get in a body of water, stat! Whether you choose swimming or boating, let the waters of Cheatham Lake be your path to chillaxing. While you’re there, you probably want to check out the Cheatham Lock, where you can witness boats being lifted 26 feet up from the river below the dam, to the lake above the dam. Now that’s not something you see everyday! With numerous opportunities for hiking, hunting, and camping in the area, you might as well stay a while and really find your groove in the waters and woods. The best part is that this is all located only 32 miles outside of Nashville, TN. City-dwellers, those boats aren’t going to drive themselves. Just go already!
Cedars of Lebanon State Park

11. Cedars of Lebanon State Park

100%
(7)
96 sites · Lebanon, Tennessee
Discover the enchanting beauty of ancient cedars at this outdoors destination just outside Nashville.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
David Crockett State Park

12. David Crockett State Park

100%
(2)
122 sites · Burns, Tennessee
Discover the natural splendor of David Crockett State Park.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Montgomery Bell State Park

13. Montgomery Bell State Park

92%
(6)
41 sites · Burns, Tennessee
Three lakes and many miles of trails make this park the ideal setting for adventure.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Crossing Creeks Farm

14. Crossing Creeks Farm

100%
(36)
44mi from Nashville · 3 sites · Lodging
Come enjoy a unique stay on a working farm in our glamping campsite, complete with outdoor bathhouse & picnic pavilion. This site offers many comforts of home while still enjoying a completely unplugged getaway (no electricity available). Upon arrival, park in front of our farm store where we will meet you with our tractor and wagon to load your belongings to be delivered to the campsite. Check-in is 2-6 pm Central time. Our private campsite sits in the bend of one of our farm's creeks with two large old trees in the middle, along with a fire pit, picnic pavilion, 2 Adirondack open-air cabins, and an outdoor bathhouse. Whether you are booking for just yourself or a group up to 8, you have the entire campsite to yourself during your stay. Each Adirondack cabin can sleep up to 4. Each is complete with a queen bed and twin bunk beds. Please bring your own pillows, sheets and blankets as well as towels and washcloths for the outdoor bathhouse. The bathhouse includes a shower with hot water, toilet/changing stall, and outdoor sink for washing hands and dishes. No dish soap is provided, so bring your own. There is no electricity in the campsite so please bring flashlights/lanterns. The pavilion and bathhouse have beautiful solar powered string lights that automatically come on at dark. The listing includes access to the campsite with fire pit, camp stove with griddle, charcoal grill, picnic pavilion, 2 hammocks and outdoor private bathhouse. For more details, please visit our website and click on the Visit page more info, including a video of the campsite. Also, book a horseback riding lesson for during your stay on our website. And look into reserve a spot in our on-site dog park for some off leash fun for you and your pup! The front of the campsite sits just outside our horses' pasture. So while sipping your morning cup of coffee, you may see horses or wild turkey or even deer. And with our farm store just a short walk from the campsite, you can pick up fresh eggs for breakfast or a juicy steak for dinner. We also have plenty of fire wood, fire starters and bagged ice available for purchase. Also enjoy a walk on our private farm walking trails. Pack your pillows, bath & bed linens, food/cooler, plates, cups, & utensils.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$99
 / night
Quarter Spring Farm

15. Quarter Spring Farm

98%
(75)
49mi from Nashville · 1 site · Lodging
Quarter Spring Farm is located in Liberty, TN on the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau. It comprises 63 acres of wooded ridges and hollows with exceptional hiking and distinct landscape features. Smith Fork Creek, which feeds Center Hill Lake, is visible from the campsite. Quarter Spring Farm’s history is murky and still being discovered. The house is over 100 years old. There are stone property walls that may predate the civil war. We believe this site was a Mississippian period settlement because of the large amount of artifacts we have found. Please note: there is no electricity at the dome. There will be a battery with a light and the option to charge your phone. There is no parking at the dome. The walk is uphill and takes about 5 minutes or so. This is still a tent, the dome is not insulated and is not 100% sealed. Bugs do get inside from time to time. I will also provide you with water for cleaning and at least a gallon to drink. Just let me know if you need more. If you can get here before it gets dark, that is the best. If you can’t, that’s ok, we’ll just be hiking in the dark. Luckily I know my way around pretty good.
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$63
 / night
Howlin' Hill

16. 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!
Big East Fork Valley

17. 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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$60
 / night
Henry Horton State Park

18. Henry Horton State Park

100%
(4)
83 sites · Chapel Hill, Tennessee
Henry Horton’s diverse landscape promises four-season adventure.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Cordell Hull Lake

19. Cordell Hull Lake

100%
(3)
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?

Looking to go camping near Nashville, Tennessee and love swimming? Hipcamp has over 2100 options near Nashville, Tennessee that offer swimming. With options as low as $10 per night and an average price of $30 per night, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Belle and Beau Acres (305 reviews), The Falls at Sewanee Creek (286 reviews), and Hammock'Sway (220 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly policies. Plus, take advantage of activities like climbing, exploring historic sites, and hiking. Start planning your swimming adventure now!

97% (809) 30 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Nashville

Maple Shade Farm full hookup site

1. Maple Shade Farm full hookup site

100%
(110)
17mi from Nashville · 1 site · RV
Tired of campgrounds that feel more like parking lots? Come and reconnect with nature and park your RV on our private, family friendly, large, shaded, full hookup, 72 ft long, 30 and 50 amp RV site with wifi on our 50 acre farm with fire ring and picnic table and screen house. We are not a campground, just a small farm in a rural neighborhood with 2 full hookup RV sites for guests.  30 minutes (17miles) North of Nashville, Tennessee. There are wild Turkeys and Deer that roam the property. We also have some free range Guineas and Peacocks which is why we ask that all dogs, while welcome, remained leashed at all times. We do have a leash free field for dogs to run. Great place to get away and enjoy nature, take a walk on our trails through the woods, take a hike down to our creek, listen to the birds and watch the sunset over the pasture while cooking s’mores on the fire, yet not that far from Nashville!  Perfect for enjoying nature and/or visiting Nashville. This site is for self contained RVs only, there are no restroom facilities. Check in is between 2 pm and sundown. No check ins after dark without prior approval. Limit of 2 vehicles and 2 pets. When you request to book just let us know how many people will be camping, how many pets you will be bringing with you and what you are camping in, travel trailer or motor home, and what length in feet it is. Thank you! Since this is a natural area of fields and woods, along with farm animals and wildlife you may encounter insects. We recommend bringing insect repellent for mosquitoes and ticks and making sure that your pets have protection also.
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$46
 / night
Benjamin's RV Sanctuary

2. Benjamin's RV Sanctuary

100%
(149)
19mi from Nashville · 1 site · RV
Accessible from either I40, I65 or the Natchez Trace Parkway in scenic Franklin, TN come unwind and relax after a long day on the road. Pull your RV onto a cement pad surrounded by 3 acres of lush green splendor, uncork a bottle and let your dog roam. Owner Chef Robert lives onsite and is happy to prepare culinary meals to your liking under the stars (call for menu and separate pricing). The play area along with 3 Dwarf Goats and chickens are in the back of the property and make for a unique, fun time for children and adults as well! If you're rested and ready to explore, the Sanctuary is a quick drive to nearby trailheads, historic sites, distilleries and cafes. Have a road bike? The Sanctuary is directly on one of the best scenic bike routes! This 3 acre property is nestled in the quiet area of Franklin Tennessee, near Historic Leipers Fork and only 20 miles from Downtown Nashville.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$59
 / night
Sacred Dog Ranch

3. Sacred Dog Ranch

99%
(162)
23mi from Nashville · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our sanctuary is a special piece of history and a regenerative farm where living soil and pollinator banks combat climate change and revive the eco-system ! The cabin we live in was built in 1797 - which we have preserved and upgraded with fantastic antique decor, Rock N Roll flare and cutting edge street art. We encourage art, music and nature crafting! We take great pride in providing a magical creative space that is welcome to earthlings of all stripes! The June blooms are exceptional and the butterflies’ will delight... you will leave a little piece of your heart here on the farm❤️🐝🐶🧚‍♀️ Horse Back Riding available!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$50
 / night
J Percy Priest Lake

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!
Old Hickory Lake

5. Old Hickory Lake

100%
(2)
100 sites · Hendersonville, Tennessee
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Old Hickory Lake.
Gypsy Camp. 1043 Gallion rd.

6. Gypsy Camp. 1043 Gallion rd.

96%
(57)
30mi from Nashville · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
   Quite country side setting where campers have a beautiful view of valley in a rural farming community. Campers have use of gas grill for cooking, picnic table, fire pit and hot tub for your use at the main house.   Bathroom and shower available in main house.   Pets are welcome on a leash or can run with owner supervision. 
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$40
 / night
Howlin Hill

7. Howlin Hill

98%
(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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
Fox Field Farms Creekside Camping

8. Fox Field Farms Creekside Camping

100%
(91)
38mi from Nashville · 2 sites · Tents
Tent camp alongside the creek under a canopy of trees and be lulled to sleep by the sound of the water. Pitch your tent on the 10x10 raised tent site or nestle it among the trees. Explore the trails, cool off in the creek (yes, we have a couple of swimming holes), fish or just sit by the fire and relax. Watch for the eagles, blue heron, beavers and even the occasional sly fox. You may even hear the call of the whippoorwills in the evening. For those wanting to kayak or canoe, the Piney River is an easy commute of 20 minutes away. Bring your bikes for some of the best gravel rides in Hickman County! ***Amenities: Picnic tables and benches. We provide firewood and a composting toilet. ***A higher clearance vehicle is needed to traverse the steep gravel driveway. This is a walk-in site only due to creek crossings and narrow paths, vehicles are parked approximately 75 yards from campsite. We are happy to help haul your gear to the campsite. ***Check-in between 2pm and 6pm unless other arrangements are approved
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
from 
$49
 / night
Chatty Heifer Farm

9. Chatty Heifer Farm

99%
(200)
44mi from Nashville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The family we bought the farm from owned and farmed it since 1900. They built a cabin then and built a house around the cabin in 1920. We bought it in 2018 and have been renovating it to build a retreat center for first responders and others who serve unselfishly. To that end, we've cut hiking trails and campsites as well as filling the farm with livestock to help people slow down and de-stress. We're located in the beautiful green hills about an hour east of Nashville, Tennessee. Learn more about this land:Drift off to sleep with the sounds of a year-round creek just outside your campsite. Wake up to a beautiful meadow surrounded by green hills in rural Tennessee. Campsites are located on a 120 year old farm under restoration, which is family owned and operated. Get some time away. You'll have privacy as you explore the farm: wade the creek, sway on the tire swing, visit the farm animals (goats, cows, pigs, and chickens), pick wild berries, and sample farm fresh produce and eggs when available. Hiking trails are also available on the farm through tranquil woods.Property is easily accessible from Nashville. In addition, day trips are possible to several lakes, rivers, waterfalls, historic sites, civil war battlefields, state parks, and national wildlife areas.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$22
 / night
Cheatham Lock and Dam

10. Cheatham Lock and Dam

59 sites · Pleasant View, Tennessee
When the temperature rises, you know what to do. Get in a body of water, stat! Whether you choose swimming or boating, let the waters of Cheatham Lake be your path to chillaxing. While you’re there, you probably want to check out the Cheatham Lock, where you can witness boats being lifted 26 feet up from the river below the dam, to the lake above the dam. Now that’s not something you see everyday! With numerous opportunities for hiking, hunting, and camping in the area, you might as well stay a while and really find your groove in the waters and woods. The best part is that this is all located only 32 miles outside of Nashville, TN. City-dwellers, those boats aren’t going to drive themselves. Just go already!
Cedars of Lebanon State Park

11. Cedars of Lebanon State Park

100%
(7)
96 sites · Lebanon, Tennessee
Discover the enchanting beauty of ancient cedars at this outdoors destination just outside Nashville.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
David Crockett State Park

12. David Crockett State Park

100%
(2)
122 sites · Burns, Tennessee
Discover the natural splendor of David Crockett State Park.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Montgomery Bell State Park

13. Montgomery Bell State Park

92%
(6)
41 sites · Burns, Tennessee
Three lakes and many miles of trails make this park the ideal setting for adventure.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Crossing Creeks Farm

14. Crossing Creeks Farm

100%
(36)
44mi from Nashville · 3 sites · Lodging
Come enjoy a unique stay on a working farm in our glamping campsite, complete with outdoor bathhouse & picnic pavilion. This site offers many comforts of home while still enjoying a completely unplugged getaway (no electricity available). Upon arrival, park in front of our farm store where we will meet you with our tractor and wagon to load your belongings to be delivered to the campsite. Check-in is 2-6 pm Central time. Our private campsite sits in the bend of one of our farm's creeks with two large old trees in the middle, along with a fire pit, picnic pavilion, 2 Adirondack open-air cabins, and an outdoor bathhouse. Whether you are booking for just yourself or a group up to 8, you have the entire campsite to yourself during your stay. Each Adirondack cabin can sleep up to 4. Each is complete with a queen bed and twin bunk beds. Please bring your own pillows, sheets and blankets as well as towels and washcloths for the outdoor bathhouse. The bathhouse includes a shower with hot water, toilet/changing stall, and outdoor sink for washing hands and dishes. No dish soap is provided, so bring your own. There is no electricity in the campsite so please bring flashlights/lanterns. The pavilion and bathhouse have beautiful solar powered string lights that automatically come on at dark. The listing includes access to the campsite with fire pit, camp stove with griddle, charcoal grill, picnic pavilion, 2 hammocks and outdoor private bathhouse. For more details, please visit our website and click on the Visit page more info, including a video of the campsite. Also, book a horseback riding lesson for during your stay on our website. And look into reserve a spot in our on-site dog park for some off leash fun for you and your pup! The front of the campsite sits just outside our horses' pasture. So while sipping your morning cup of coffee, you may see horses or wild turkey or even deer. And with our farm store just a short walk from the campsite, you can pick up fresh eggs for breakfast or a juicy steak for dinner. We also have plenty of fire wood, fire starters and bagged ice available for purchase. Also enjoy a walk on our private farm walking trails. Pack your pillows, bath & bed linens, food/cooler, plates, cups, & utensils.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$99
 / night
Quarter Spring Farm

15. Quarter Spring Farm

98%
(75)
49mi from Nashville · 1 site · Lodging
Quarter Spring Farm is located in Liberty, TN on the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau. It comprises 63 acres of wooded ridges and hollows with exceptional hiking and distinct landscape features. Smith Fork Creek, which feeds Center Hill Lake, is visible from the campsite. Quarter Spring Farm’s history is murky and still being discovered. The house is over 100 years old. There are stone property walls that may predate the civil war. We believe this site was a Mississippian period settlement because of the large amount of artifacts we have found. Please note: there is no electricity at the dome. There will be a battery with a light and the option to charge your phone. There is no parking at the dome. The walk is uphill and takes about 5 minutes or so. This is still a tent, the dome is not insulated and is not 100% sealed. Bugs do get inside from time to time. I will also provide you with water for cleaning and at least a gallon to drink. Just let me know if you need more. If you can get here before it gets dark, that is the best. If you can’t, that’s ok, we’ll just be hiking in the dark. Luckily I know my way around pretty good.
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Howlin' Hill

16. 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!
Big East Fork Valley

17. 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.
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$60
 / night
Henry Horton State Park

18. Henry Horton State Park

100%
(4)
83 sites · Chapel Hill, Tennessee
Henry Horton’s diverse landscape promises four-season adventure.
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Cordell Hull Lake

19. Cordell Hull Lake

100%
(3)
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?

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