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Fire pit with picnic tables and logs for stories and s'moresPhoto 1 of 6 of Southport Saltpeter Cave
Firewood with outhouse nearbyPrimitive cabin closest to fire pit and outhouse
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Southport Saltpeter Cave

Hosted by Buddy · Culleoka, Tennessee
10 sites · Lodging · 51.2 acres
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Southport Saltpetre Cave was mined during the Civil War for Saltpetre to manufacture black powder. David Crockett got his Saltpetre from this cave. The property also has hiking trails and primitive camping. Learn more about this land: We offer primitive cabins and tent camping in a forest setting. Several caves, springs, streams, bluffs, wildlife, and views make for a great camping experience. We also offer marked hiking trails. Nearby areas include Stillhouse Falls State Natural Area, The Farm, many wineries and distillers, home of James K Polk, and David Crockett SP.
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      Reviews

      100%· 12 reviews

      • Noelle B.

        Camped at Site 1 - Southport Cave with friends, Oct 2024.

        Recommends

        This camping spot is AMAZING!! I went with a group of friends and the property was so fun to explore and the cave was fantastic! It has so much history and was such a highlight of the trip! Buddy was so accommodating and checked in on us multiple times and brought us supplies! We had such an amazing time and I highly recommend staying here!

      • Jacob N.

        Camped at Southport Cave - 9005 with kids, Apr 2023.

        Recommends

        Host was engaged and offered help if needed. Firewood was cut up and he left us some water. No frills camp spot. Tennessee woods were beautiful. Fit our fancy and we were pleased.

      • Allison S.

        Camped at Southport Cave - 9005 with pets, Apr 2023.

        Recommends

        This is a beautiful little slice of Tennessee not far from the interstate. We had the place to ourselves, and Buddy was very accommodating when we spoke to him on the phone at arrival. He offered for us to set up in one of the rustic cabins on the property, and had ample firewood on site to burn in the firepit at the property. We didn't have the time to do a cave tour, but we're able to do a quick hike on the property and see the entrance to the cave. Would definitely return again

        • Fire in the stone fire pit
        • Beginning of the cave
        • Cave entrance
        • Fire in the stone fire pit
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      Amenities

      • Fire pitsFirepit, Communal
      • Pit toilets
      • Picnic tables
      • Trash disposalTrash bin
      • Cooking equipmentGrill over firepit
      • No potable water
      • No showers
      • No wifi
      • No laundry
      • No hot tub
      • No playground

      Things to know

      • Drive-inPark at your site.
      • Pet-friendlyOff leash.
      • Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
      • Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Buddy upon arrival.
      • Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
      • Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 9pm. Check-out at 5pm.
      • Booking windowBook from 2 days to 12 months ahead.

      Extras

      • Cave tours, hiking and wildflowers$10.00 per itemWe offer guided cave trips for 10.00 per person. Also give guided hikes and wildflower hikes for 5.00 per person. Cave tourist need to bring lighting.

      Location

      Culleoka, Maury County, Tennessee, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

      Your Host

      Buddy B.Joined September 2017

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