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

Parsons puts you close to the sand with over 400 beach camping options in the area. Set up just steps from the water—many sites here offer showers, toilets, and are pet-friendly, so you don’t have to leave the dog at home. Prices start at $15 a night, with the average hovering around $20. Campsites fill up fast at Blue Heron Landing (132 reviews), Seven Pines River Resort (25 reviews), and The Forest Retreat (8 reviews). Most visitors spend their days swimming, hiking, or spotting herons along the water’s edge. If you want easy access to the beach and wildlife without breaking your budget, Parsons is the place to pitch your tent.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Parsons

Parsons puts you close to the sand with over 400 beach camping options in the area. Set up just steps from the water—many sites here offer showers, toilets, and are pet-friendly, so you don’t have to leave the dog at home. Prices start at $15 a night, with the average hovering around $20. Campsites fill up fast at Blue Heron Landing (132 reviews), Seven Pines River Resort (25 reviews), and The Forest Retreat (8 reviews). Most visitors spend their days swimming, hiking, or spotting herons along the water’s edge. If you want easy access to the beach and wildlife without breaking your budget, Parsons is the place to pitch your tent.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Parsons

1. Blue Heron Landing

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14mi from Parsons · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

Blue Heron Campground: A Hidden Gem of History and Nature Nestled along the Tennessee River, Blue Heron Campground offers a unique blend of rich history and natural beauty. Once home to the Cherokee Indians, this 358-acre property is surrounded by water on all sides, boasting a mile-and-a-half shoreline. Just to the north, a designated 20-mile Wildlife Refuge begins, following the river and offering plenty of opportunities for nature enthusiasts. The land itself is a treasure trove, with rich farmland that has grazed cattle and now offers primitive camping with no services, located just 10 miles west of Lobelville, Tennessee. People's Landing, now a swim beach and sand boat ramp, was once a bustling port of commerce. Before the advent of good roads, steamboats, ferry boats, and trains were the primary means of transportation. Just north of People's Landing, Daniel's Landing housed a post office and small store, serving the local community. The Tennessee River is one of only three rivers in the United States that flow north, making it a unique feature of the region. Today, visitors can enjoy camping, fishing, or simply watching the boats and barges pass by. For those looking to explore, a 20-mile day trip to Loretta Lynn's ranch or a 70-mile journey to Nashville awaits. The campground offers 358 acres of open meadows and forests to hike and explore, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the local wildlife and a beautiful sunset over the river to end the day. Blue Heron Campground is truly a hidden gem, offering a perfect escape into history and nature.

2. Buffalo River Resort

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22mi from Parsons · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

For those looking to get away for a few days or a few weeks, Buffalo River Resort is a great family friendly place to go camping, kayaking, and tubing, along with many other activities. If you want more than the primitive camping option, you can take advantage of one of our cabins or our lodge. You may also enjoy our RV lots, each site equipped with 30 and 50 amp hookups. For the month of October - we are hosting our first haunted hayride/woods - the MOONSHINE MASSACRE. We will have a fall festival type event in our arena area and the haunted hayride/woods is located riverside. There is an additional charge for this event. Tickets available on site or on Eventbrite. Tent camping will be limited due to the event but we will have areas designated for camping.

3. Seven Pines River Resort

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28mi from Parsons · 27 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Nestled along the serene Buffalo River, Seven Pines River Resort offers the ideal escape to nature. Whether you're camping under the stars, enjoying the comfort of a geodome, or relaxing by the river, our resort provides a variety of accommodations for every type of camper. Tent Camping: Choose from our scenic spots at Field of Dreams, River View, or River's Edge North. Perfect for families, these sites offer an authentic camping experience with easy access to the river and nearby trails. RV Camping: Our Field of Dreams area welcomes RVs up to 24 feet, with room for dry-docking and welcomed to bring generators. Experience the beauty of the outdoors with all the comforts of home. Geodomes: For a unique glamping experience, our adults-only geodomes offer year-round luxury. With a king-sized bed, AC/heat, and a kitchenette, these domes provide a cozy retreat for couples seeking seclusion and comfort. At Seven Pines, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere, stunning views, and activities for every interest. From tubing on the Buffalo River to hiking our Hidden Holler Trail, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, our friendly hospitality ensures you’ll have a memorable stay. Come unwind, explore, and reconnect with nature at Seven Pines River Resort!

4. Mousetail Landing State Park

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46 sites · Parsons, Tennessee

Discover Mousetail Landing: A haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

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5. Natchez Trace State Park

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208 sites · Chesterfield, Tennessee

With views at every turn, Natchez Trace is a must-visit for nature lovers.

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6. WOLRV@TN River

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14mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

White Oak Landing RV welcomes you to this nearly half acre river front RV level spot is perfect for a family campground or buddy camping… Gated RV development, our full built out site has TWO full RV hookups with septic, water, 50/30/20 EACH… watch tug boats lazily cruise by on the Tennessee River.. private boat launch and dock just a few hundreds yards nearby. Along with a covered family pavilion and boat trailer parking lot. Peaceful TN sunsets, crisp dew mornings… Historic Clifton TN nearby with a vintage Main Street… Clifton Marina a few miles away with live music and the area’s best food/drink menu with locals .. Adirondack style Red Chairs, fire pit. Nightly rate $ 45.00, Weekly $ 295..00, Monthly $ 695.00. Electric billed separately for long term renters. * Depending on RV type.

7. The Forest Retreat

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36mi from Parsons · 20 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land:Enjoy the wonders of the Tennessee countryside, the site is located on the edge of the Tennessee River within 20 minutes of Waverly TN. A public boat ramp is a little further down Bear Creek Road (1 mile) where you can put your boats into the water and enjoy the over 250sq mile lake. The Forest Retreat is a great location to enjoy camping in a pine forest area and enjoy the wildlife that surrounds the 130+ acre area.

8. Sherwood Acres

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14mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Beautiful brand new campsite right on the Tennessee river in Clifton, Tennessee. Located in White Oak Landing, a gated community with awesome other RV'ers. There's a community boat ramp, boat storage area, or keep it on your lot, picnic pavilion, recreation area. And within just a short boat ride or drive there’s Fisherdale, and Clifton Marinas. Ross Creek Landing Golf Course Is a quick 10 min drive. Shopping/town isn’t too far. I have two graveled sites on one lot, one is pull in and one back in. Suitable for all size RV's, $680 a month. 50/30 amp, sewer, water, electric and trash included! All pets welcome. No restrictions on breads. Internet included for longer stays. Please contact me for more information. Thank you

9. Oak Leaf Hills

48mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

The property is 116 acres of primitive camping area, with 2 year-round creeks running through the property and plenty of room to hike and explore nature. About 40 acres are in pasture and the rest are wooded, with an area under development. This is a scenic and picturesque natural environment. We want to keep it that way so we do ask that you have a way to dispose of your waste and leave no litter behind.

10. Pickwick Landing State Park

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92 sites · Walnut Grove, Tennessee

Discover Pickwick Landing State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.

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11. Shalom Selah Hills

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28mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Lodging

Located just north of Jackson Tennessee, between Memphis and Nashville we found this little piece of heaven to share. Come experience rustic camping amongst the Pines and Cedars of our 28 acre forest. Hike the trails with plenty of wildlife and beautiful rolling hills of many native trees. Just 8 miles north of us you will find the beautiful Carroll County 1000 Acre Lake featuring swimming, boating and fishing. Just 14 miles east of us is the Parker's Crossroads Civil War Battle site and park. Plenty to see and do. Come check us out. Find serenity and peace hereLearn more about this land:Located just north of Jackson Tennessee, between Memphis and Nashville our family found this little piece of heaven to share. Come experience rustic shelter camping amongst the Pines and Cedars of our 28 acre forest. Fall is beautiful here! Hike the trails with plenty of wildlife and beautiful rolling hills of many native trees. Just 8 miles north of us you will find the beautiful Carroll County 1000 Acre Lake featuring swimming, boating and fishing. Just 14 miles east of us is the Parker's Crossroads Civil War Battle site and park. There is plenty to see and do. Our first camp site offers a shelter, fire ring, picnic table, preparation table, and lanterns. We also provide complimentary citronella candles for lighting and bug repellent. Look no further. You have found a place of shalom shalom to Selah ~ perfect peace to rest.

12. Shady Grove

16mi from Parsons · 2 sites · RVs

A SLICE OF PARADISE WITH ELBOW ROOM. Come enjoy Your Private 1/2 acre Kentucky Lake Water front camp with full hook ups. Bring your BOAT. Gated RV community has its own private boat launch. Beach you boat on our gentle sloping shore line. Enjoy world class fishing, or a gentle paddle boat / kayak ride as you float on by historic river boat cruise ships. Nearby Clifton hosts a full service marina for your boating needs. (including jet ski and boat rentals) I have two adjacent 1/2 acre river front camps. (Shady Grove and Sugar Magnolia) Both camps sit atop atop an open meadow at the tree line that gently slopes through the shaded hardwood canopy to the waters edge. Shady Grove & Sugar Magnolia both have gravel pads and full hook up (50-30amp Electric/ Water / Sewer) Have trailer? Not a problem, a free gated storage facility is located a short drive away. Don't forget to ask about Weekly and Monthly Rates

Camper favorites near Parsons

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

WOLRV@TN River

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14mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

White Oak Landing RV welcomes you to this nearly half acre river front RV level spot is perfect for a family campground or buddy camping… Gated RV development, our full built out site has TWO full RV hookups with septic, water, 50/30/20 EACH… watch tug boats lazily cruise by on the Tennessee River.. private boat launch and dock just a few hundreds yards nearby. Along with a covered family pavilion and boat trailer parking lot. Peaceful TN sunsets, crisp dew mornings… Historic Clifton TN nearby with a vintage Main Street… Clifton Marina a few miles away with live music and the area’s best food/drink menu with locals .. Adirondack style Red Chairs, fire pit. Nightly rate $ 45.00, Weekly $ 295..00, Monthly $ 695.00. Electric billed separately for long term renters. * Depending on RV type.

The Forest Retreat

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36mi from Parsons · 20 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land:Enjoy the wonders of the Tennessee countryside, the site is located on the edge of the Tennessee River within 20 minutes of Waverly TN. A public boat ramp is a little further down Bear Creek Road (1 mile) where you can put your boats into the water and enjoy the over 250sq mile lake. The Forest Retreat is a great location to enjoy camping in a pine forest area and enjoy the wildlife that surrounds the 130+ acre area.

Sherwood Acres

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14mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Beautiful brand new campsite right on the Tennessee river in Clifton, Tennessee. Located in White Oak Landing, a gated community with awesome other RV'ers. There's a community boat ramp, boat storage area, or keep it on your lot, picnic pavilion, recreation area. And within just a short boat ride or drive there’s Fisherdale, and Clifton Marinas. Ross Creek Landing Golf Course Is a quick 10 min drive. Shopping/town isn’t too far. I have two graveled sites on one lot, one is pull in and one back in. Suitable for all size RV's, $680 a month. 50/30 amp, sewer, water, electric and trash included! All pets welcome. No restrictions on breads. Internet included for longer stays. Please contact me for more information. Thank you

Oak Leaf Hills

48mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

The property is 116 acres of primitive camping area, with 2 year-round creeks running through the property and plenty of room to hike and explore nature. About 40 acres are in pasture and the rest are wooded, with an area under development. This is a scenic and picturesque natural environment. We want to keep it that way so we do ask that you have a way to dispose of your waste and leave no litter behind.

Shalom Selah Hills

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28mi from Parsons · 2 sites · Lodging

Located just north of Jackson Tennessee, between Memphis and Nashville we found this little piece of heaven to share. Come experience rustic camping amongst the Pines and Cedars of our 28 acre forest. Hike the trails with plenty of wildlife and beautiful rolling hills of many native trees. Just 8 miles north of us you will find the beautiful Carroll County 1000 Acre Lake featuring swimming, boating and fishing. Just 14 miles east of us is the Parker's Crossroads Civil War Battle site and park. Plenty to see and do. Come check us out. Find serenity and peace hereLearn more about this land:Located just north of Jackson Tennessee, between Memphis and Nashville our family found this little piece of heaven to share. Come experience rustic shelter camping amongst the Pines and Cedars of our 28 acre forest. Fall is beautiful here! Hike the trails with plenty of wildlife and beautiful rolling hills of many native trees. Just 8 miles north of us you will find the beautiful Carroll County 1000 Acre Lake featuring swimming, boating and fishing. Just 14 miles east of us is the Parker's Crossroads Civil War Battle site and park. There is plenty to see and do. Our first camp site offers a shelter, fire ring, picnic table, preparation table, and lanterns. We also provide complimentary citronella candles for lighting and bug repellent. Look no further. You have found a place of shalom shalom to Selah ~ perfect peace to rest.

Shady Grove

16mi from Parsons · 2 sites · RVs

A SLICE OF PARADISE WITH ELBOW ROOM. Come enjoy Your Private 1/2 acre Kentucky Lake Water front camp with full hook ups. Bring your BOAT. Gated RV community has its own private boat launch. Beach you boat on our gentle sloping shore line. Enjoy world class fishing, or a gentle paddle boat / kayak ride as you float on by historic river boat cruise ships. Nearby Clifton hosts a full service marina for your boating needs. (including jet ski and boat rentals) I have two adjacent 1/2 acre river front camps. (Shady Grove and Sugar Magnolia) Both camps sit atop atop an open meadow at the tree line that gently slopes through the shaded hardwood canopy to the waters edge. Shady Grove & Sugar Magnolia both have gravel pads and full hook up (50-30amp Electric/ Water / Sewer) Have trailer? Not a problem, a free gated storage facility is located a short drive away. Don't forget to ask about Weekly and Monthly Rates

Public campgrounds near Parsons

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Mousetail Landing Campground

6.5mi from Parsons · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mousetail Landing State Park

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Pin Oak RV Campground

9.8mi from Parsons · 77 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natchez Trace State Park

In between Memphis and Nashville... the perfect spot to stop for a night!

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Campground 12

11mi from Parsons · 69 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natchez Trace State Park

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Wrangler Campground

12mi from Parsons · 62 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natchez Trace State Park

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Pickwick Landing Campground

42mi from Parsons · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pickwick Landing State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Eric

November 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

Don's land was perfect for our quick overnight stop. We stayed in one of the spots near the back of the property and we were the only people back there so it was like we had the whole place to ourselves. It was very quiet and being right on the river was a plus. We even go to see a couple of barges go by while we were drinking coffee in the morning.

Timothy

November 2025

13 ft travel trailer

1 night at Blue Heron Landing

Last minute stay overnight chasing the Aurora. Great star gazing spot by the river.

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Erin

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

I can’t express enough how peaceful it is to stay at Don’s place. Blue Heron Landing is nothing short of an oasis. He’s an amazing host on an amazing piece of Earth. The water is way down this time of year, allowing so much more beach exploring. Despite not wanting everyone to know about it, I have to say… you’ve really got to see this space. Especially if you want a place to camp that feels all your own.

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Rebecca

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

Wonderful place! Our favorite camping spot yet! We will definitely be back!

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Mark

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Blue Heron Landing

Riverside camp site was awesome! Well groomed and very secluded. Directions were easy to follow. I believe I stayed at the very last site and felt like I owned paradise. Cleared areas are much larger than needed, which creates a ‘safe’ piece of mind in such a remote area. The gravel road in could use a bit of TLC if you’re heading to the back forty, but it forces you to go slow and take in the beauty. Coyotes got to yippin around midnight, but that seems to be quite familiar in these areas. Highly recommend it if you are looking to get away from all that bothers you! Don’t forget your fishing pole!

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Brandon

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

this is probably my new favorite spot. i’m so glad it’s primitive so i don’t have to share it with the glampers

Mimi

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

An incredibly picturesque site! We brought paddle boards and kayaks and paddled to the other side of the river each day—an easy and enjoyable trek. We picked the second site and it had perfectly spaced trees for hammocks and took hammock naps daily. We enjoyed the dark sky so much at night and could not believe how many stars we could see! We were thankful for clear nights because the night sky was absolutely breathtaking. We loved seeing the barges go by day and night—infrequent enough that it was an “event” every time we saw one but enough that we got to see a few while there! Pro tip—don’t run out of bug spray, even if it’s the last day and you’re just packing up and heading out. The bottom of my legs were so itchy for a week afterward—definitely not mosquito bites, I’m not sure what but me but it bit a lot! All said, we will absolutely be back, fully stocked with bug spray!

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Christopher

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Sherwood Acres

Great place, Great view, all in all a Great Adventure.

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Justin

October 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Blue Heron Landing

Great host and absolutely beautiful property with the creek and the river in close proximity to each other. Zero traffic noise, dry firewood from Don, and easily accessible by any kind of vehicle. Will definitely be returning to this Hipcamp gem. The reviews don't lie. You won't be sorry you booked these sites.

Sarah

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

Such a beautiful site, it was nicely mowed and right on the river. We enjoyed our time there very much as did our dog. Dons directions to get back to the sites were spot on. Very secluded and private as we were the only ones staying. We did hear other camps up the river, not bothersome though. This is definitely a spot for nature lovers or stargazers. A black bear did swim across the river at night and it made landfall right by our camp! Crazy to see it up so close and I mean close! After shining our light at it thankfully it turned around and headed down the beach the other way. So be sure to keep all your food and trash away from your tent at night! We definitely plan to make a trip back. Thank you Don for sharing your beautiful piece of land!

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Heather

September 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Blue Heron Landing

This was the perfect site for taking our 9 year old camping for the first time! It was absolutely stunning from the fish jumping out of the water to the sunset over the river! We will definitely be coming back!

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Blake

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

This spot was great! We enjoyed the privacy & easy access to the water. The sunsets were beautiful & the stars shined bright at night! Definitely coming back!

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Jen

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Seven Pines River Resort

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!

Believe this to be site 2. Has good access to the water.

Timothy

September 2025

13 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Blue Heron Landing

An incredible camping experience!! We have boondocked in our 13ft travel trailer before, mainly at state parks. Camping on Don’s land has elevated our camping experience. We were able to experience camping without light pollution and very little noise pollution for the first time. Life changing for us. The serenity of it all had us in awe. The sites were well kept with a very natural feel. We came in on a Wednesday night and left on a Saturday afternoon. We had the place to ourselves until Friday night and barely realized the other guest down the way. Very remote and private. I loved the “speak easy” feel of the entry gates. IYKYK where they are. LOL. The instructions provided were spot on. We came in at night and had no problems. The sites are not marked though and you have to figure out the boundaries. Would recommend arriving before night fall if you are a first time visitor. But, it’s first come first serve so you can’t go wrong. Just pull up! LOL The drive through the fields is beautiful. The roads are dirt and do have dips in them. I loved it in that I haul with a 4X4 mid size pick up. Gave me a overlanding feel. There are also other sites on the property to visit with great views. Half mile or more hike on the property. Don was very nice and responsive on the app and provided firewood we purchased on the app. He was going to stop by but we arrived late. The land gave us everything we needed. It’s our new favorite spot!!!

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Angie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

It felt secluded. Like how close tent can be to water and fish. No one bothered me. View was nice Will be back. This was my 1st trip

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Miguel

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

My wife and I had a wonderful stay on Don’s land! The property was peaceful, well-kept, and exactly what we were hoping for. Don was a fantastic host—friendly, welcoming, and respectful of our space while still being available if we needed anything. You can tell he really cares about making guests feel comfortable. We’re grateful for the experience and appreciate the chance to spend time in such a beautiful setting. Would absolutely stay again—thank you, Don!

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Nicole

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

Great place, fantastic sunset. We will definitely be returning soon.

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Chris

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

Another great stay. My wife and I brought the canoe and the kids this time and got right out on the Tennessee River from our campsite. Really beautiful place. Thanks again, Don.

Katy

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blue Heron Landing

My family had an amazing time on the river over Labor Day weekend. The entire day on SAturday was spent swimming and lazing in the water. I'm pretty sure the dog had the best day of her entire life.

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Erin

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Blue Heron Landing

My second stay. Just as beautiful and serene as the time before. If you’re looking for a beautiful private stay off the beaten path, check out the river view at Don’s Blue Heron Landing. He’s very easy to reach and very quick to respond. I camped alone for days and felt safe every moment of it. Clean area and well maintained. A private beach! Lots of memories to be made here! Absolutely will be back. Thank you Don!