Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area runs along the narrow strip of land between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, and Piney Campground sits at the water's edge on the Tennessee end of this federally managed corridor. The US Forest Service operates the site from March through November, with full hookups available including electric, water, and sewer. Reservations are strongly recommended. Electric spots, in particular, book out three to four weeks in advance during peak season.
Water access shapes the experience here more than any other factor. Campers who land a lakeside site can launch kayaks directly from their spot or use the boat ramp for larger vessels. Inland sites are more cramped and lack lake views, so site selection matters. The campground includes a central dump station and community water spigots throughout, though one reviewer notes it's worth filling freshwater tanks before reaching your site. An on-site store carries propane, firewood, and most essentials.
Families are well represented at Piney. Bike paths, multiple playgrounds, and a basketball court draw a crowd, and golf carts circulate through the campground regularly. Quiet hours are observed, though weekend evenings can run active until 11 p.m. Bathhouses are cleaned daily and have drawn consistent praise. Alisha R. describes the restrooms and showers as "clean," noting the campground was lively during a late-season weekend. Nearby alternatives include Boswell Landing Campground to the north and Forest Service Road 403 Beach Camp — Land Between the Lakes NRA for a more rustic option. Piney is a good match for boaters, families, and RV travelers who want full amenities alongside lake access.
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Map & DirectionsLand Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Piney Campground is located in Tennessee near New Concord
Directions
In Dover, TN, at intersection of State Rt 49 East and US Rt 79 South, take Rt. 79 south 10.7 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto Forest Rt 230 and go 2.4 miles to another campground sign at a "Y" intersection. Bear left at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground's entrance.
Address
621 Fort Henry Rd
Dover, TN 37058
Coordinates
36.48650046 N
88.0352004 W
Connectivity
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- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 7/31/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/31/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/31/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 7/31/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 52 min from Clarksville, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 31 min from Jackson, TN
- 1 hr 32 min from Nashville, TN


















