8 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Rock Island State Park Campground houses some of Tennessee's most refined glamping accommodations within 82 miles of Antioch, featuring both cabin and yurt options with electric hookups, drinking water, and full-comfort amenities. Nearby, Smooth Rapids Campground and Cedars of Lebanon State Park offer additional upscale outdoor stays with glamping yurts equipped with picnic tables, water access, and resort-style comforts in natural settings. Spacious Skies Belle Ridge provides luxury outdoor accommodations with premium amenities including electricity, water, and sewer hookups in their glamping units, set across 68 spacious sites. Full bathroom facilities with hot showers are available at most locations, allowing guests to enjoy nature without sacrificing comfort. One reviewer highlighted, "The campground was excellent with super friendly and helpful staff, making our holiday weekend truly special."
Manchester KOA, now called Rvino - The Broken Banjo, features both cabins and upscale yurts with complete comfort amenities including electricity, water, picnic tables, and fire rings for evening relaxation. The surrounding area offers numerous outdoor activities centered around water recreation, with Rock Island State Park providing access to stunning waterfalls, swimming areas, and hiking trails. According to a camper, "Rock Island has some of the best waterfalls in Tennessee, and you can get right up to some of them if you are brave enough to kayak close." Mad Musky Water Sports Rentals provides watercraft and equipment for glampers wanting to explore local waterways. Most glamping accommodations in the region remain open year-round, though reservations are strongly recommended, particularly during summer and fall when the natural beauty of central Tennessee draws visitors to these luxury outdoor retreats.
"We had the usual amenities, like a picnic table with a bench, fire pit, and a lantern pole. The bathhouse was clean and well stocked."
"I didn’t see the inside of the cabins, but they looked very luxurious from the outside, so I am sure they are very nice. The tent area also looks nice."
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"For me, the campgrounds were crowded and tight, though everyone around me respected the quiet hours."
"There are water and electrical hookups at all sites except the primitive. There are bathhouses and even cabin rentals for those who prefer that."
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"We stayed at a campsite by the lake. What I didn’t realize until we got there is that the site is on a wooden platform because the shoreline is a little steep."
"Edgar Evins State Park off I40 exit 268, 4.8 miles to the park entrance. As soon as you enter the park you start driving up. The campground starts at the top of the hill and the sites are decks!"
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"Affordable, walking distance to town and yet the grounds make you feel like you’re in a park far away from everything. Beautiful pines on property and lots of local hiking nearby."
"Smooth rapids is located right on the river, and right in the town of McMinnville."
from $15 - $85 / night
"We arrived at the park and were checked in at the museum entrance by the helpful and courteous staff. They really made us feel welcome. The campground setting is dense, lowland hardwood."
"This is a very nice little campground with water, electric, charcoal grill, and fire ring on site. Dump station near the office. Restrooms were modern and clean."
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"Cedars Of Lebanon State Park ,split tree fences and ancient farm equipment, black and white photos in the visitors center, old style cabins and rock boundary fences."
"We hiked some of the 2 mile running trail and then veered off to explore the CCC original looking covered bench which overlooks a currently dry stream bed."
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"There are fire pits, lantern poles, grills, and picnic tables—all the necessities for ideal camping. However, there is not a whole lot of privacy, although my neighbor was very nice. "
"Cumberland Mountain has a total of 145 campsites, spread across 5 loops, plus a backcountry site on an 8 mile backpacking trail."
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"What we first noticed was the large cement patio with table, chairs, bench, stand up barbecue, and fire pit."
"Pros: The staff are all incredibly friendly. We loved interacting with them (especially Eric!) during our stay. The laundry and bathrooms are very clean and spacious."
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from $32 - $85 / night
"The hike down the Laurel trail was really mellow. Roughly a 3 mile gradual descent and then you can branch off and hike to some of the falls on the West side of the park."
"Alum Gap campground, situated in the backcountry of Tennessee, is not only a hidden gem but also a perfect choice for those new to backpacking."
from $8 - $12 / night
"I wasn’t pleased with my check-in because I waited nearly 20 minutes to be helped as a group in front of me arrived with 1,000 questions and booked their campground in person."
"We didn’t use the laundry or bathhouse so I can’t comment on those. The campground was very nice with what seems to be lots to do, as far as hiking and sightseeing."
from $29 - $139 / night
TravelerThe waterfalls are beautiful and relaxing. You can hike the high-easier trail (but tree roots are present) or the lower-harder trails and be a unprofessional rock climber right down to the falls. 2.5 mile hike if you go all the way around. We spent over 2.5 hours here. Bonus is that if you are not camping here... you can use the very very clean showers for $5!
TravelerEnjoyable place to stay, quiet nights. Very chill atmosphere. Would recommend.
GuideGreat bunch of people working there helped me out alot Sites were very tight I had to switch mine to just fit my camper 38 ft . The staff switched me to another spot
GuideThis is our number one favorite place to camp. We are from Knoxville, TN and if we are wanting to camp for the weekend but avoid the drive, this is where we come! Area 1 site 25 is our favorite and we are super excited to stay at 108 and 109 in the future. The campground is beautiful. Area 1 is shaded with plenty of trees around making it feel like you're in a little forest, and of course fall is wonderful. Some sites have sewer. I have T-mobile cell phone and I have 3 bars at 5g and my husband has xfinity and has 2 bars at 4G.
Love this campground!
GuideLoved the park. Waterfalls, hiking, nice campground, overall very nice stay. Turns were a little tight but made it okay. Dump station looks like it was designed by someone who’s never dumped an RV. The sewer spot was elevated (above my dump connection!), and required stupid tactics (fill hose, shut valve, dump hose contents, open valve, fill hose………).
ScoutEasy access and paved, back in spaces. Multiple hiking trails. Decent store at check-in. Little to do without car. Must drive to the old stone fort. Slow T-Mobile service.
GuideLevel paved spot, partial shade (site 140), quiet, sites not too close together, cooler evenings than LA (lower AL). Nice staff. Not crowded.
GuideCedars of Lebanon State Park • Lebanon, TN • Site 69 • water, electric, and dump station
This park is beautiful!! It is only 6 miles off the interstate. We only stayed one night (not even a full 24 hours) to visit the State Fair, but would love to come back for a weekend, especially to do one of the cave tours! They have a splash pad and all sorts of activities to do. The bathrooms were some of the cleanest I've seen.
Some of the sites were pretty tight. The picnic table was right outside our door and there was a tree blocking us from opening the awning all the way. There were other sites with plenty of room. The campground advertises wifi, but they were having issues.
I have T-mobile and it said 5G but I wasn't able to browse efficiently. My husband and brother have Comcast and Verizon and had service and were able to browse just fine.
GuideCame in later than expected but secondary station still open to register for a site.
Central Tennessee's plateau region offers ample glamping opportunities near Antioch, with elevations ranging from 500 to 1,900 feet across the Cumberland Plateau. Winter temperatures typically range between 30°F and 50°F, while summer averages hover in the 80s with humidity levels reaching 70-80%. Many glamping locations operate year-round but implement seasonal pricing structures with peak rates during summer months.
Waterfall exploration: Rock Island State Park features several accessible waterfalls within hiking distance of the campground. "I love the water falls and hiking in the area. Beautiful landscape makes this a great place to spend the weekend," writes Alicia F. The park offers both short and moderate hiking trails leading to multiple cascades.
Pontoon boat tours: Edgar Evins State Park offers educational pontoon boat tours led by park rangers. "Very informative pontoon boat tour with a Park Ranger. Great lunch at the marina too!" reports Rosa B. Tours typically run on weekends during summer months and provide geological and historical information about the area.
Water recreation: Smooth Rapids Campground provides kayak, canoe, and tube rentals with shuttle service. "We took a river tube and a paddle and it was awesome. They have a shuttle that will drop you off," explains Nate H. Float trips vary in length from 1-3 hours depending on water levels and the route selected.
Platform camping: Edgar Evins State Park offers unique elevated camping platforms. "We love the platform sites that are so spacious and private. Easy access to dump station and bath houses. Almost all sites have view of water," notes Betheny. These wooden platforms accommodate both tents and smaller RVs.
Clean facilities: Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground maintains well-kept amenities. "The campgrounds are spacious and have great clean bathrooms. The park itself has a scenic loop drive of the gorge, multiple waterfalls to visit, miles on end of hiking trails," says Brandie D. Shower facilities include hot water and are cleaned regularly.
Private campsites: Many campgrounds in the region offer secluded spots with natural barriers. "We were in site #22 the best site was #21. It was so quiet and woodsy. We had deer in our site everyday," shares B M. about Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park. Sites typically include fire rings, picnic tables, and level tent pads.
Site limitations: Cumberland Mountain State Park Campground has variable site conditions. "Most sites are small but was very quiet," reports Matt A. Site lengths range from 18 to 51 feet, with not all sites being completely level.
Reservation requirements: During peak seasons (May-October), reservations are essential at most glamping locations near Antioch. "We visited this state park in our 40 foot motorhome. While there are only a few spots that will accommodate a rig this large, it's worth the time to haunt the reservation system and snag one," advises Cheryl C. about Rock Island State Park.
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience road noise due to proximity to interstates. "We arrived after dark, and left fairly early the next morning so didn't spend a lot of time there. Highway about 100 yards away so that was an issue," notes Craig M. about Manchester KOA (now Rvino - The Broken Banjo).
Swimming options: Several parks offer designated swimming areas suitable for children. "The nearby swimming beach was great for the kids. Many short hiking options available," writes Christy E. about Rock Island State Park. Some locations also provide Olympic-sized pools with lifeguards on duty during summer months.
Playground access: Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "We saw 10 deer one morning and hiked a trail with our 3 boys and 2 dogs. Electric and water hook-ups. Firewood available for cash only," shares Ines M. The park also hosts special events for children during holiday weekends.
Educational opportunities: Many parks provide junior ranger programs and nature centers. "The museum was neat there's a lot of History there. The campground has a lot of nice hikes in it," explains B M. Programs typically run on weekends and holidays during summer months.
Dump station availability: Most glamping locations with RV accommodations provide dump stations, though not all offer full hookups. "They have a dump station but prefer to have that taken care of before we pull out," mentions Betheny about Rock Island State Park. Hours for dump stations typically match check-out times.
Access challenges: Smooth Rapids Campground has some entrance difficulties. "The entrance and exit is very narrow and steep even for our Sprinter motorhome, let alone something larger. Would not advise it!" warns Ron&Shirley H. Always call ahead to confirm access for larger rigs.
Electric service variations: Power options differ between campgrounds and specific sites. "I'm set up for 30 amp, so I had to use an adapter," explains Gregory G. about Cedars of Lebanon State Park. Most glamping locations offer 30-amp service, while 50-amp connections are less common but available at certain premium sites.
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