Camping in Pickwick Lake

Cast for bass, explore a Civil War battleground, and lounge on a lakefront beach.

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Seven Pines River Resort

27 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Waynesboro, TN
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!
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Nature's Haven At White Oak Landing

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Clifton, TN
Peaceful Waterfront Rental with room to relax on a 1/4 acre site with a full RV hookup (30/50 amp) gravel pad, covered picnic table, and firepit. Bring your boat, paddle boat, or kayak to enjoy with a community boat launch or from the convenience of your site. Clifton also has a nearby full-service marina with water recreation rentals and a golf course. Gated community off the beaten path. The storage area may be available if needed for a boat/trailer upon request. Open year-round! Offering nightly, weekly, and monthly rates with a two-night minimum stay. We will be adding two wooded sites in the coming month. Fiber Wi-Fi will come as soon as additional lines are run to make this your go-to destination. We look forward to hosting you and your family. Wishes you all safe travels. Nature's Haven at White Oak Landing 615-796-6638
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Hidden Oasis at White Oak Landing

10 sites · RVs2 acres · Clifton, TN
NEW! Private RV Sites on Kentucky Lake – Owned by Fellow RV Enthusiasts Welcome to our little slice of heaven! These private RV sites are personally owned and managed by a retired couple who share a deep love for RV living. We hope you enjoy the peace, beauty, and simplicity here as much as we do. Our sites are located in a gated, private community along the Tennessee River section of Kentucky Lake — the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi. Spanning over 160,000 acres with 2,300 miles of stunning shoreline, Kentucky Lake is a top destination for boating and fishing. The lake is well known for its abundance of largemouth and smallmouth bass, catfish, bluegill, white bass, and more. The community features a private boat launch and dock, with boat storage included in your stay. Whether you prefer to fish, kayak, paddleboard, or simply enjoy the views, you can do it all right from your site or from the nearby community water access area. Several of our sites are situated along a 4-mile-long, tree-lined cove — calm, scenic, and directly connected to the lake — making it the perfect spot for peaceful mornings and sunset paddles. Open Year-Round Whether you’re looking for summer fun or a mild winter escape, we welcome both short-term and long-term stays. Note: -Rates shown are daily. Contact us for a discount code for weekly or monthly stays. -RVs must be self-contained, as there are no public restrooms in the community. -Water levels in the cove are seasonal, as they are managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
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Rivers Edge

1 site · RV1 acre · Clifton, TN
Welcome to Overland Alternative Homes, where you can rent a cozy and sustainable tiny home or RV lot nestled in nature’s embrace along the Tennesee River. Our serene and well-maintained lots provide the perfect setting for your minimalist lifestyle, offering a blend of tranquility and modern amenities. Each lot is equipped with essential utilities and high-speed internet, ensuring you have everything you need while enjoying the simplicity and beauty of tiny home living. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, Rivers Edge is your ideal destination. Our sites are perfect for weekend vacations, travel nursing, remote workers and even permanent residents who want to design their dream tiny home but need a builder and the land to put it on. Discover the charm and freedom of tiny living with us today! Private Gated Community Boat Ramp Basket Ball Court Swingset Electric 30/50 Amp Water Hookup Sewer Hookup High Speed Wifi Fire Pit Storage Space Available
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Camp Wonder Wander is Wanderful

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres · Waynesboro, TN
Your host Val has walked away from her life as a tenured graphic design professor for a passion that is probably her true calling. Inspired by travels and a youth immersed in girls scouts, I created this retreat center and camp for the opportunity to relish in nature, put away the phone and get back to craft, conversation, and the basics of life. You'll relish in the quiet and beauty of the rural rolling foothills of Appalachia in mid-south TN. 20 minutes from any town so prepare en route. Route 99 splits the 17 acres with retreat center on one side and an 11.5 acre campground with significant river front property On The Buffalo. This is in Lewis county - of the Lewis and Clark adventurers. The Buffalo River is a class 1 and sometimes 2 river perfect for kayaking. Ask about add on options like a tour and story about the camp and animals or even a pottery lesson or art workshop.
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Shoal Creek Natural Farm

5 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Westpoint , TN
My son had cancer which motivated us to find a perfect place to live well and grow our own food. We have a five-acre grove of various fruits. A greenhouse and gardens. Appx 100 chickens, goats, sheep, llamas, ducks and vicious geese.Seasonal fruits and vegetables available. Eggs most days. Other specialty products depending on my time and interest.Learn more about this land:We have an island on a canoe/Kayak Creek. Our working farm with goats, sheep, chickens, geese and more is separated by a fence. The appx 8 acre bluff over a diving rock into the Creek. Nature provides groundhogs, deer, birds of prey and many others. Bass and trout laugh and feel safe from me. If you hike you’ll love this. We rappel down the bluff with a simple rope. The island could support volleyball or similar activities if so inclined. 
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Wilderness Camp at Healing Springs

7 sites · RVs, Tents70 acres · Bath Springs, TN
Welcome to Point Pleasant Nature Preserve in Bath Springs, Tennessee! Our 70-acre property is near the beautiful Tennessee River and is almost entirely rolling hills of timbered forest. A spring-fed creek, Mile Branch, also meanders through the length of the property. With food sources, water, and plenty of cover, there will surely be opportunities to see multitudes of wildlife. Wild nature hikes, splashing in the healing springs of Bath Springs, and woodland camping are some of the opportunities to enjoy your stay with us. Decatur County is known as the Outdoor Capital of Tennessee. The Tennessee River less than a mile away, the way the crow flies. We have a unique biodiversity in the West Tennessee Uplands with opportunities to explore geological formations, the Tennessee River Scenic Byway, the Tennessee Riverline, and much more. It is a sportsman’s paradise. Many of the outdoor activities center around the beautiful Tennessee River, which forms the eastern and southern borders of the county. The clean waters of the Tennessee provide plenty of opportunities, such as fishing, boating, swimming, and waterskiing. People around the state refer to Decatur County as “The Home of the Tennessee River.” Raw woodland camping. Unplug from technology and forest bathe to ground and reset. Pets are welcome, and off-leash is allowable with voice control. Because this is raw woodlands, campers can expect to encounter wildlife, possibly including snakes and pests like ticks, so come prepared! Bushcrafting is allowed. All trash must be carried out. Please leave it better than you found it, and have respect for the flora and fauna because you are visiting their home. Please leave all of the rocks and vegetation on the property. Consuming wild- harvested foods to be consumed on-site is allowable. Nearby towns and communities include Saltillo (4 miles), Clifton (18 miles), Scotts Hill (20 miles), Decaturville (20 miles), Savannah (20 miles), and Lexington (28 miles). Please come, enjoy, and reconnect with nature!
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Lost Creek Living

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Russellville, AL
Enjoy the beautiful, peaceful surroundings of Lost Creek living! We offer nightly/weekly/monthly rental spots for tent campers, car campers, or self contained small camper-vans. We have a place to refill your water but we do not offer any electrical hookups at the moment. Toilet is available. We are located in gorgeous Northwest Alabama. We are 3 minutes from clean, clear, swimmable, boatable and fishable Cedar Creek Lake. BCDA permit is required for use of the lake. ($8.50/daily $12.50/3day) We are located only minutes from many breathtaking waterfalls, caves, hiking trails and an array of creeks and rivers for kayaking or canoeing. Cane Creek Nature Preserve is located 10 minutes away and Bankhead National Forest is 45 minutes. Rattlesnake Saloon is a short 10 minute drive away! You could eat and enjoy a beer inside a really cool cave! If you’re looking for a quiet, safe spot with plenty of nature, bird watching, and peaceful views, this is the perfect spot for you! Well behaved, leashed pets always welcome! 20 mins to Russellville 30 to Muscle Shoals 40 to Florence 1.20 to Huntsville
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Camping in Pickwick Lake guide

Overview

Thanks to the Tennessee Valley Authority and its dam-building prowess in the 1930s, vast reservoirs are scattered across the Volunteer State. Like most of them, Pickwick Lake is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, with bass fishing, boating, swimming, tubing, and water skiing among its top activities. Stretching 53 miles from southwest Tennessee across Mississippi and Alabama on the Tennessee River, Pickwick Lake’s shoreline is dotted with campsites, as is the surrounding countryside. Fun fact: A literature-loving postmaster named the area after a Charles Dickens’ novel, the Pickwick Papers, in the mid-1800s.

Where to go

Pickwick Dam Area

South of Pickwick Dam, Pickwick Landing State Park is watersports central, with a marina and an array of boat rentals, including kayaks, canoes, fishing boats, and pontoon party barges. Landlubbers may prefer to play the 18-hole golf course, try their hand at disc golf, or stroll the two easy hiking trails. Campers will find lakefront tent sites and RV sites. North of the river, the Bruton Branch State Recreation Area has primitive tent sites, most of them by the water.

Southwest Tennessee

For more tent and RV campsites, check out the small towns and farms near the lake and the Tennessee River in southwest Tennessee. Glamping options—think cabins, Airstream rentals, and horse farms—are plentiful too, and many have boat ramps. Top small towns for camping include Counce, Savannah, and Henderson, and the TVA manages the 92-site Pickwick Dam Campground in Savannah.

Mississippi & Alabama

Skinny Pickwick Lake stretches from Tennessee into the northern reaches of Mississippi and Alabama, where waterfront campgrounds are just as recreation-focused as their neighbors in Tennessee. Cabins and campsites are close to both the lake and the Tennessee River at J.P. Coleman State Park, which is perched on a lakeside bluff in Mississippi.

Memphis & Jackson Surrounds

Home to the National Civil Rights Museum, blues-playing Beale Street, Elvis Presley’s Graceland, and a booming food hall scene, Memphis is a full-immersion destination. Not far from the city and close to the Mississippi, campgrounds, RV parks, and glamping destinations are plentiful on farms and forestlands. Memphis is 120 miles west of Pickwick Lake, while Jackson, another urban launchpad, is 60 miles north of Pickwick Dam.