Top 10 RV Parks Near the Nashville, TN Area

Top 5 reasons why it is a fun place to visit:

1. Visit the Grand Ole Opry
2. Check out the Ryman Auditorium
3. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
4. Check out the Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery
5. Visit Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage

List of top ten RV Parks in the Nashville, TN area:

(Disclaimer: information is a compilation of researched info as published online and does not necessarily reflect the experience or opinion of the author)

The RV parks have been ranked and are listed from “Most Recommended” to “Least Recommended” based on reviews, feedback, amenities, and preference. Cost was not the primary ranking driver.

Please note that weekend RV families with children might have different needs than full-time RV “snowbirds”.

1. Montgomery Bell State Park

Located on over 3,800 acres of land, this park is a beautiful place to camp and relax. The park has three lakes on the property so that the visitors can spend time fishing and boating, or simply relaxing and watching the birds.

What makes this park unique?

This park is located about 40 minutes from downtown Nashville. One can enjoy one of several swimming beaches or go paddle-boating or kayaking. There is also a 117-room lodge on the property, which makes this place a great fit for family reunions or weddings etc. Max RV length is 60 feet.

2. Bledsoe Creek State Park

Located on 169 acres, this small park is another great State Park where one can enjoy the great outdoors outside of the metropolitan area.

What makes this park unique?

According to the Website, “ Bledsoe Creek State Park is rich in history. It was once a prime hunting ground for the Cherokee, Creek, Shawnee, and Chickamauga Native American tribes. Once English settlers arrived to the area, the once-great herds of animals were dispersed, never to return. The area is home to a wealth of Native American history along with various historical sites nearby.

The Bledsoe Creek territory became a Tennessee State Park in 1973. The park features 57 campsites. There are more than six miles of scenic hiking trails. The trails meander through the forest and along the lakeshore of the park. One mile of these trails is paved making it accessible to persons with disabilities. The trails are open year-round.” (Source: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/bledsoe-creek)

3. Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Located on 900 acres of over 9,000 acres of woods of Cedars of Lebanon State Forest, this park offers abundant relaxation among the gorgeous and fragrant cedar trees, which makes it a great place to unwind.

“Just 40 minutes outside of Nashville, Cedars of Lebanon State Park features gorgeous limestone glades, beautiful forest, and rare plants. Wi-Fi is available at the park to help you accomplish any last-minute tasks that might keep you from saying “yes” to a weekend outdoors.

As you explore the park, you’ll find spectacular caves, cool creeks, deep sinkholes, and beautiful butterfly gardens.” (Source: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/campground/cedars-of-lebanon)

What makes this park unique?

According to their Website, “ Cedars of Lebanon State Park is located in Wilson County and is surrounded by the Cedars of Lebanon State Forest. The park is named for eastern red cedar trees found throughout the area.

The trees reminded early American settlers of the famed Biblical cedar forests that thrived across Mount Lebanon in what is now the Mediterranean area. Cedars of Lebanon became a state park in 1955. The 1,139-acre park has 117 campsites equipped with picnic tables and grills, and electric and water hookups. 

A modern group lodge, open year-round for organized groups, has a total sleeping capacity of 80 people.” (Source: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/cedars-of-lebanon)

4. Henry Horton State Park

“Henry Horton State Park was constructed in the 1960s on the estate of the former governor of Tennessee, Henry Horton. The park is located on the shores of the historic Duck River, one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. Remnants of a mill and bridge operated and used by the family of Horton’s spouse for over a century may be seen today on the Wilhoite Mill Trail.” (Source: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/henry-horton)

What makes this park unique?

There is so much to do at this park. “Less than an hour from Nashville, Henry Horton State Park sits next to the Duck River, which doubles as one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems. You can sign-up for a guided kayak float on the park’s event calendar.

You can also set out in your own paddle craft or cast a line off the banks. With forests, sinkholes, cedar glades, and even wetlands to explore, there’s always something new to be seen along the hiking trails.

Adults and kids alike will find something to love at the park. The park has several playgrounds where kids can play on natural surfaces or in splash fountains. The park’s newest playground was designed with ADA access in mind; ensuring a play experience for kids of all abilities. The park also offers disc golf, skeet shooting, and an 18-hole golf course. No matter your preferred style of camping, you’ll find it at Henry Horton State Park.

The park offers RV, tent, hammock, backcountry sites. A large group tent campsite is also available. The RV campsites can also be booked by tent campers and are equipped with water and electric hookups, while the tent-only sites do not offer hookups. The hammock campground offers a unique experience with the ideal trees to set up your home for the night.

If you’re looking for something a little more adventurous, the backcountry sites are only a 1.5-mile hike in, perfect for beginners.

All campsites except for backcountry sites come with a grill, picnic table, and fire ring. Two bathhouses are available seasonally and one remains open during the winter to accommodate tents and small campers without self-contained facilities.” (Source: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/campground/henry-horton)

5. Lock A Campground

This is a great urban camping park, with really nice amenities and beautiful lush nature surroundings to enjoy the great outdoors of Tennessee.

What makes this park unique?

This park is located on a dam with water access to boating, kayaking, fishing and even swimming. There is also a 6/5 miles rails-to-trails trail for walking, jogging or biking. This park has 50-Amp hookups on all sites, including the tent sites.

6. Nashville East/Lebanon KOA Journey

As a KOA Journey, this park is designed for a great longer-stay experience with all the needed amenities to make it a comfortable stay. This is a great family-friendly park with things to do for the kiddos.

What makes this park unique?

“The diverse appeal of middle Tennessee will quickly become apparent with a stay at this peaceful campground. Enjoy the beautiful countryside as you settle into a large Pull-Thru RV Site or a Camping Cabin. The only hustle and bustle you’ll find here is a game of horseshoes or basketball – and a refreshing splash in the pool. Pick up what you need at the camp store, or check out some of the great local restaurants in the area.

About 20 minutes away lies Nashville, one of America’s most talked-about towns. Visit The Hermitage and the Parthenon. Country music fans can catch a show at (or peek inside) the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium.

Browse the antique shops in Lebanon. Pool:  Memorial Weekend – September 30. Max pull thru: 90 feet.” (Source: https://koa.com/campgrounds/nashville-east/)

7. Clarksville RV Park and Campground

“From the waters of the Kentucky Lake and Mississippi River to the musical streets of Nashville, Northwestern Tennessee is a beautiful and vibrant part of the country to explore.

Whether you want to reconnect with nature over the next month or need a place to stay as you cross the country on your family’s annual summer vacation, Clarksville RV Resort is proud to offer a quality camping experience for all in the Montgomery County area.

You can find our campgrounds straddling the Kentucky-Tennessee border right off Highway 24 on Tylertown Road, just minutes away from O’Connor’s Irish Pub and Grill, the Regal Clarksville movie theater, and the Tennessee Welcome Center.

Whether you’re living in or passing through the cities of Fort Campbell, Clarksville, Hopkinsville, Springfield, Coopertown, or any of the other communities in Southern Kentucky and Northern Tennessee, Clarksville RV Resort is a convenient stop for your RV camping journey.” (Source: https://rjourney.com/locations/tn/clarksville/clarksville-rv-resort-llc-2/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=clarksville)

What makes this park unique?

Every spot has mature trees that provide shade and privacy to the guests. The sites are level and mostly pull-throughs with plenty of space between each site. THere are also furnished cabins that are available for those who want to meet us for family reunions or just stay in a cabin for the night (the rates are the same for RV spot and cabin).

8. Stoney Creek Travel Park (formerly Texas T Campground)

This park was formerly known as Texas T campground, but is now known and managed under the Stoney Creek Travel Park logo. The old owners retired after eight years and the new management is doing a good job, as well.

What makes this park unique?

All sites are pull-through, with a length of 60-100 feet. Each site has nice shady trees and the standard amenities make it really comfortable to stay for a while. The rates are decent, as well.

9. Dad’s Bluegrass Campground

Although this park is located in Franklin, Kentucky, this park is only about 46 minutes from Nashville. This makes it a perfect quiet place to stay and take a day trip to all that Nashville has to offer.

What makes this park unique?

Most of the sites are all pull-through, so that you can stay the night without having to unhook at all. The park encourages people to use their own showers and the laundry is limited to 2 people at a time.

10. Cages Bend Campground

Old Hickory Lake is a 22,500 acres reservoir northeast of the Nashville metropolitan area.

What makes this park unique?

“The campground offers a playground for families, a boat ramp for easy lake access, showers for comfort and a group picnic shelter for convenient entertaining. All sites have electric and water hookups and four sites meet accessibility standards. Laundry facilities are also onsite.

Two docks are also available for fishing only, one is located inside the campground and the other is beside the boat ramp.” (Source: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232539?tab=info)

TIPS TO GET TO NASHVILLE

Nashville is the capitol of Tennessee and is a hub where several interstates intersect: anyone traveling from the northwest area can get to Nashville via I-24, while anyone coming from the southwest/Memphis area connects via I-40. When traveling from South Alabama, one can take I-65 or I-24 when coming from the southeast area.