Lake Camping Near Trenton, Tennessee, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Trenton packs a punch for lake camping, with over 470 options that put you right on the water. You’ll find sites where the early morning mist rolls off the lake and the calls of herons kick off your day. Prices start at $30, with most spots averaging around $52 a night. Anglers, swimmers, and hikers will feel at home here—expect easy access to fishing docks, swim-friendly shores, and trails that wind through hardwood forests. Facilities like toilets, fire rings, and pet-friendly policies are common. Check out Getaway Camp & Retreat (53 reviews) for roomy sites and peaceful water views, or try Lazy Acres Lake (36 reviews) if you want a laid-back vibe and great fishing. If you prefer something more tucked-away, Serendipity Resort (5 reviews) offers a quieter slice of lakeside life. Bring your rod, pack your hiking boots, and get ready to camp right by the water.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Trenton packs a punch for lake camping, with over 470 options that put you right on the water. You’ll find sites where the early morning mist rolls off the lake and the calls of herons kick off your day. Prices start at $30, with most spots averaging around $52 a night. Anglers, swimmers, and hikers will feel at home here—expect easy access to fishing docks, swim-friendly shores, and trails that wind through hardwood forests. Facilities like toilets, fire rings, and pet-friendly policies are common. Check out Getaway Camp & Retreat (53 reviews) for roomy sites and peaceful water views, or try Lazy Acres Lake (36 reviews) if you want a laid-back vibe and great fishing. If you prefer something more tucked-away, Serendipity Resort (5 reviews) offers a quieter slice of lakeside life. Bring your rod, pack your hiking boots, and get ready to camp right by the water.

97% (105)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Serendipity Resort

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34mi from Trenton · 42 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Brownsville, TN

Serendipity offers furnished Yurts for glamping, A-Frame Cabins, RV sites with full hook-ups and Tent sites. We are open year round. We have lots of activities that are included with your accommodation. Activities are all outdoors and filled with memory making potential. Swimming pools, fishing, trails, 18 hole disc golf course, kayaking, paddle boards, paddle boats all fall under the included activities for those adventure seekers! Please see our “Serendipity Resort” Tab for more information. Amenities & Activities Amenities: Spacious Bathhouses WIFI available in the camp store Picnic tables and firepit at each site Camp store Pavilion at Waterpark Clean restrooms Serendipity Bar & Grill Firewood for purchase (no outside firewood allowed) Golf Cart rental – contact your camp host for pricing and details Activities: All included in yurt/campsite/cabin rentals- 4 person max. occupancy 18-hole Disc Golf Course Multiple playgrounds Fishing (catch and release) Walking and biking trails Outdoor Seasonal Swimming Pool Kayaking, Paddle Boat & Paddle Board Horseshoes Water Park (open Memorial Day to Labor Day) – $20 per person per day

2. Getaway Camp & Retreat

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7.6mi from Trenton · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Bradford, TN

In the heart of rural West Tennessee... Learn more about this land: 40 private acres. Woods, pastures & lake. 2 spaces for RVs (with full hookups) overlook lake, Lots of grassy space for tent campers. Wildlife & bird life. From May thru Sept, there is an above-ground pool and bath house with shower, toilet and washing machine. We have some walking trails. No unregistered guests ever! No lifeguard on duty so no minor children, please. Adults only. Swim and relax in a natural setting --enjoying privacy, seclusion and a tolerant "laid-back" vibe.

3. Lazy Acres Lake

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42mi from Trenton · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Lexington, TN

We are located about 11 miles from exit 116 on interstate 40 in the beautiful farming community of Chesterfield, Tennessee where there's an abundance of wildlife including our own team of Khaki Campbell guard ducks and a piebald whitetail buck named Lucky who enjoys hanging out by the levee. Lake access is included with each site reservation. Life jackets required at all times for those with paddle please. Canoe rentals available upon request. Camp sites 1-3, the boat ramp and main parking area are located at the main entrance and offer gravel roads and parking. Look for the LAL logo on the left gate post. Camp site #4 the hiking trailhead and our back country campsites are located at the east entrance. Look for patriotic fence post near the road. If you end up traveling a long paved road that leads to a boat ramp with lots of parking, you zigged when you should have zagged. Turn around and lazy acres is across from where that road ends. Follow the access road along the tree line down to the water. The hiking trail is to the east across the footbridge. Look for white AT style blazes for trail markers. The blue blazes leading to each campsite. * All gates are open 24 hours when campers are present.

4. Reelfoot Lake State Park

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86 sites · Tiptonville, Tennessee

Birdwatchers and boaters love this park’s unique environment.

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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. Shalom Selah Hills

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23mi from Trenton · 2 sites · Lodging · Cedar Grove, TN

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.

7. Chickasaw State Park

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126 sites · Silerton, Tennessee

Discover Chickasaw State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

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Public campgrounds near Trenton

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Reelfoot Lake Campground

38mi from Trenton · 86 sites · Tents, RVs · in Reelfoot Lake State Park

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Wrangler Campground

39mi from Trenton · 62 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

41mi from Trenton · 69 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natchez Trace State Park

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Pin Oak RV Campground

41mi from Trenton · 77 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natchez Trace State Park

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Chickasaw Campground

43mi from Trenton · 126 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chickasaw State Park

Stories from the community

Nathan

October 2025

1 night at Serendipity Resort

We felt we were at a special place as soon as we entered the property. The property was so well kept and nice. We loved our stay in our Yurt. Clean and the beds were extra comfy. Will definitely return and highly recommend. Memories made. Thank you.

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Tejas

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

The resort is beautifully maintained. All the amenities are as described. Loved our stay and had a great time.

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Connor

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Getaway Camp & Retreat

Had a great time and beautiful weather. Caught several large catfish, bluegill and bass! Hosts were kind and happy to help in any way possible, would love to come back!

Paul

August 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Getaway Camp & Retreat

Lane and Dan's property is a beautiful place for a respite from your routine. Lane and Dan are great hosts and will make you feel at home. They have provided a sparkling clean pool and unique bathhouse (that even has a washing machine) and full hookups at the two shaded gravel RV sites. Away from cable TV and WiFi, nature takes the stage at The Getaway. From your campsite you can watch the fish jumping in the pond, deer strolling across the grounds and thousands of butterflies fluttering about. At night, the dark is broken only by the moon and billions of stars above. The only downside was that the brutal heatwave during our stay limited our outdoor activity. We will visit again.

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Matt

August 2025

25 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

Very nice camp site. Friendly people at the office. Brownsville is a neat town.

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Chris

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

It was quite and peaceful. There was something to do for everyone who loves being outside.

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Vanessa

July 2025

35 ft Class B

With kids

1 night at Serendipity Resort

Easy to get to! Lots of fun things to do. A hidden gem and can’t wait to be back!

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Lindsay

July 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Serendipity Resort

Clean, beautiful, and peaceful. Loads of things to do within the resort for all ages.

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lindsey

June 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

We had a great camping experience. The walnut tree above us did make contact with several of us 😂 but overall it was terrific

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Mike

June 2025

24 ft toy hauler

3 nights at Getaway Camp & Retreat

Wife and I needed a few days of complete downtime and we found that here at Lane and Dan’s little slice of heaven. The hosts were amazing from the start of the reservation till the minute we headed back to reality. The bathroom/showerhouse is an amazing addition to this beautiful property. The views are spectacular, the lake has some great fish, the pool was refreshing and we’ve already booked our next trip to Lane and Dan’s property. If you don’t book here you will never know what you are missing out on.

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Mckenzie

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

Very comfortable stay! The pool was a great addition to the experience. We enjoyed our meal at the restaurant. Great facilities for kids. Hosts were very accommodating. Can't wait to come back again!

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Jennifer

May 2025

22 ft Class B

1 night at Serendipity Resort

Spacious park with lots of shade trees and singing birds. After driving through tornado watches when we arrived the office was closed. I called and was met at the office to find out where our hookup site was. Unfortunately it was a Tuesday so the restaurant wasn’t open. And the water park would not be opening for a few more days. We had a shady spot under a large oak tree. We were able to take showers and the facilities were clean, the water was hot. The night was peaceful and quiet. We only stayed 1 night on the way back home from an East Coast visit.

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jim

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Serendipity Resort

Beautiful place. Only issue at all was the fire pit at #2 had garbage in it from last guess and it appears the squirrels may have found it.

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Pat

May 2025

12 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Getaway Camp & Retreat

Lane and Dan's Hip Camp is in a lovely location. Very quiet and picturesque. Highly recommend.

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liz

April 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

beautiful property, engaged and responsive hosts, accommodating of travelers with disabilities

Bri

November 2024

Tent

2 nights at Getaway Camp & Retreat

I did not get to stay here due to being sick, but the hosts were very responsive and accommodating to my flex in plans. I wish I could’ve stayed to meet them. I will definitely keep them in mind next time I’m in town.