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Camp Nashville Highland Rim

95%
(349)
9 sites · Tents, RVs · Goodlettsville, TN
Primitive camping near Nashville on a secluded hilltop nestled in a hardwood forest. Flat areas for tents, car / van camping, and trees for hammocks. Plan to carry your trash out with you. Do not leave trash on property. Please read all details / rules, and share with family or group. Drive to camping location. First arrive / first choice of favorite of available spaces upon arrival. Spaces are not numbered or pre-assigned. Camping guests supply camping gear. No gear rental available. Amenities: 2 community water hydrants, community vault toilet, fire pit at each site. Outdoor hot water heater for shower Apr-Oct, after forecasted freezing temperatures. Kid friendly. No extra charge for children. (verify not charged for children if selected.) Camping location north of downtown Nashville on a ridge at a higher elevation overlooking Nashville. Camp away from noisy highways, convenient to I65 near multiple amenities, grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops . 5 miles from three I65 exits. 14 miles from I24. 18 miles from I40. 18 miles from Nashville downtown riverfront. Uber or Lyft to Nashville available. Check in & out times are flexible. Quiet hours after 10PM. If you're hanging out or arriving after 10PM.... keep it quiet for other guests. Pets permitted under owner supervision. Clean up after pets, and do not allow pets to interfere with other guests. Please be sure all guests know camping rules! Do Not Leave Trash!! Trash policy is carry in / carry out with you for disposal somewhere else. Trash service is not provided as part of camping fees. $50 trash disposal will be requested if trash left on property. Vault toilet works on a septic system and is not pumped. Only place toilet paper in toilet. Wipes, feminine products, excess tp should be placed in trash can outside vault toilet (only trash exception). Do not burn noncombustible items. materials or cigarettes in fire pits or leave trash in firepits. Only firewood or ashes should remain in firepit. Do not use knives, hatches, axes, saws on live trees. This will be considered damaging to property.
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$40
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Farm Stay: Hot Tub + Tiny Barn

1 site · Lodging · Clarksville, TN
Welcome to our cozy Tiny Barn—a peaceful, purpose-driven escape nestled on a veteran-owned farm just outside Clarksville. This rustic yet refined space offers a warm welcome to travelers seeking simplicity, serenity, and Southern charm. Whether you're stargazing by the fire pit, sipping coffee on the porch, or exploring nearby trails or the Red River, you'll find rest and renewal here. 🛏️ The barn features a thoughtfully designed interior with a comfy bed, kitchenette, and private bathroom. It’s perfect for solo adventurers, couples, or anyone craving a quiet place to unplug. Personal touches reflect our commitment to hospitality, stewardship, and community—including local art, faith-inspired décor, and eco-conscious amenities. 🌿 Outside, enjoy wide-open skies, gentle breezes, and the sounds of nature. Guests are welcome to roam the property, meet our friendly animals, and experience the rhythm of rural life. We’re proud to serve veterans and support ethical travel—your stay helps sustain our mission. 📍 Located just minutes from downtown Clarksville and historic sites, the Tiny Barn is a great base for exploring Tennessee’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. Book your stay and experience the heart of hospitality—where faith, freedom, and fresh air meet.
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$99
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Beech Hollow Hideout

100%
(316)
2 sites · Lodging · Dowelltown, TN
Peaceful healing property. We do organic gardening and have animals that you can visit with as well. I have a sculpture studio and art sales gallery that you can come check out. We've been living off the grid for over 30 years. Come visit us and learn about our way of life! Enjoy complete privacy in a cozy forest retreat hut in a beautiful hollow in Middle Tennessee. Accommodates 2. Pretty steep 200 yd uphill hike to hut. Perfect for relationship getaway, spiritual retreat, or writing - planning intensive. Nationally-known spelunking (Indian Grave Point Cave) within 1/2 mile. 3 miles from Center Hill Lake. Hiking trails. Experience our alternative lifestyle with owner built solar log home, organic gardens and sculpture studio. Guests must arrive before dark to ensure finding correct address (GPS errs at last moment) and to facilitate hike up to hut. Potable water, trash disposal, and a toilet are available on site. Pets are permitted, as well as campfires (outside of burn bans). Guests love staying here: "Wow! This place is amazing, beautiful, peaceful, relaxing, and super cozy on cold nights. I can not recommend this place enough. William is a gracious host. He made sure I had enough wood for the wood stove and spring water to drink. If you are anywhere close and want a totally unique experience check this place out."
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$60
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Nature is Healing

100%
(10)
6 sites · Tents, Lodging · Nashville, TN
** 2025 update, the city of nashville will not let us rent spaces for less than 30 days without the short term rental permit. We find it unethical to tax homeowners (property tax) and requiring a permit + hotel and occupancy taxes if people stay with us less than 30 days. It is part of our faith to share the love of nature and organic homestead life. Namaste** Feel free to reach out directly to us and make requests s h a 6 1 5 dot org Welcome to the Music Monastery Nashville, a spiritual home for artists to explore their Nature. All humans are artists of some kind. We are situated on 1/3 of an acre, 2 miles from downtown Nashville. VEHICLE AND RV you can ONLY park in the alley along the white concrete wall in the photos. there is no way to drive into the backyard. CAMPING tents, hammocks, etc. in the backyard and patio. Walk in / set up camp. No drive-in. DRUGS DRINKS AND NUDITY Alcohol, 420, nature medicines. You do you. Be responsible Clothing optional for both genders No drugs, No needles. Do no harm. Leave no trace BATHING and TOILET SHOWER available in the house or outside (hot water hose shower) VIBE From time to time there are community jam sessions, drum circles, full moon hot baths, ice baths that occur on property. the current nesters at the Music Monastery: humans: Christina, Chrissy senior dogs: Rox, Douglas LOCATION 2.2 miles to Assembly Food Hall and Broadway, Downtown Nashville, Honky Tonk ing! :) 45 min urban hike if you're on foot. Scooters, Ubers, and more are easily accessible. NEIGHBOR AIRBNB 2 properties over, there is a 3 story airbnb that can see into our backyard. You don’t have to change your behavior, just be aware possible voyeurs. SECURITY CAMERAS there 3 visual (no audio) security cameras mounted on the exterior of the house, they're visibly mounted of the house (non- hidden).
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$25
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Belle and Beau Acres

100%
(1255)
19 sites · Tents, RVs · Baxter, TN
Whether you're looking for peace, relaxation, or riverside adventure, Belle and Beau Acres hits the mark for any nature enthusiast. Location, location! BBA has taken the guess work out of rustic camping. Consistently ranked as a Best of Tennessee Hipcamp and situated in a convenient spot for Upper Cumberland waterfalls, hiking, kayaking, lake life and more. A short list of what to expect on site includes: PRIVACY - ADVENTURE - GETAWAY Quick response time/Clear communication Spacious, shady, leaf-bed campsites 360 degree views of relaxing nature 27 Foot Waterfall (365 days of flow except during severe drought) Rock shelter under Ledge Waterfall Two shallow lazy rivers for soaking Hiking trails onsite Multiple spring-fed creeks Countless water cascades for exploring Star gazing over wide pastures Old forests for ample shade and hammock hanging Cellular reception at campsites (usually at least 1 bar) Please read the site descriptions carefully to match your style of camping with the appropriate campsite. BBA guests frequently camp with a tent, vehicle, smaller camper, hammock tent, roof top tent, pop-up camper and similar styles.  Most photos in this listing are taken onsite. Please keep in mind this is primitive and wild Tennessee landscape that may also contain poisonous plants and wildlife in or around camp. Access to fresh water fun is a short down-hill hike for all guests, with the exception of our hike-in campsites which are positioned alongside the river. Each spot has been strategically selected to provide as much privacy as possible, and comfortably accommodates groups with two vehicles. We provide a rock fire pit and heavy-duty, cast-iron grill grate. You provide everything else, including drinking water and personal toilet waste bags if you plan to use our system. The hike-in sites come with extra seating.  Every guest must be included on your reservation, and adult guests may be required to provide identification. Thank you! COMMUNITY COMFORT STATION: There is a comfort station with an outdoor shower stall for hanging your own solar shower bag. The comfort station also includes a changing room which doubles as a private place to use your portable camping toilet. A toilet seat and bucket system is provided but guests will need to use their own waste disposal bags, available at most camping supply stores. The backside of the comfort station has a rain barrel (not potable) collection system for extinguishing fires. OFF-ROAD CONDITIONS:  Due to the primitive nature of our location, all reservations should expect hilly terrain and potential bumpy or some muddy road access, especially after heavy rain. We ask all guests to help us minimize impacts by driving with care. Vehicles with low ground clearance or low-profile tires are no longer permitted to use the off-road drive and must park at the entrance. If you want a campsite with the shortest walk from the entrance parking area, you will want to select campsite 5, 9 or 6. When the road is open during unusually wet periods, we recommend AWD or 4WD as a precaution. We are continuously working on improvements for our off-road drive. Belle and Beau Acres is a farm homestead with a personal campground, conveniently located less than five minutes from I40.  Expect nothing short of 360 degree views of relaxing nature, privacy, and spontaneous adventure when recreating at this agritourism location. Central to the most beautiful middle Tennessee destinations, BBA is the perfect home base for hiking, biking, kayaking, and fishing excursions to at least 10 nearby state parks and lakes. Conveniently located on the Eastern Highland Rim between Nashville, Knoxville and Chattanooga in the lower Appalachian mountains, this area sits at the Upper Cumberland Plateau and is part of Tennessee's largest micropolitan area of Cookeville. Visit popular nearby attractions such as Cummins Falls, Burgess Falls, Fancher Falls, Greeter Falls, Fall Creek Falls, Blue Hole, Rock Island, Center Hill Lake, Dale Hollow Lake, Caney Fork River, Standing Stone State Park, Virgin Falls, Rock Island, Cordell Hull, and Edgar Evins State Park. The choices are endless!
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$45
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