Best Equestrian Camping near Antioch, TN
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Antioch, TN (7)
1. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Spencer, Tennessee144 Reviews•633 Photos•936 SavesFall Creek Falls State Park is one of Tennessee’s largest and most visited state parks. The park encompasses more than 29,800 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau. Laced with cascades, gorges, waterfalls, streams and lush stands of virgin hardwood timber, the park beckons those who enjoy nature at her finest. Fall Creek Falls, at 256 feet, is one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States. Other waterfalls within the park include Piney Falls, Cane Creek Falls, and Cane Creek Cascades. The park is located in Bledsoe and Van Buren counties, 11 miles east of Spencer and 18 miles west of Pikeville. It may be entered from Highway 111 or Highway 30.
In 1937, the federal government began purchasing the badly eroded land around Fall Creek Falls. The following year, the Works Progress Administration and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the forest and constructing park facilities. A few years later in 1944, the National Park Service transferred ownership of the park to the State of Tennessee.
Fall Creek Falls features 30 cabins, 222 campsites, and the 85-room Lodge Fall Creek Falls. Backcountry camping is also available with a permit.
The park is home to a variety of activities suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities. Hikers can opt for short or long walks around the lake and to the base of Fall Creek Falls. There are two long-distance overnight trails for adventure-seeking visitors while the day-use trails are designed to accommodate recreational and educational activities for all ages. More than 56 miles of trails can be explored.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$8 - $32 / night
2. Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Lebanon, Tennessee47 Reviews•136 Photos•202 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$25 - $30 / night
3. Rvino - The Broken Banjo
Manchester, Tennessee15 Reviews•75 Photos•59 SavesSame RV park and campground you love but with a new name!
You'll say WOW - Come see why! With so many ways to stay, from cabins, to teepee's and safari tents, plus campsites for your RV, trailer or tent, we are a perfect spot for a weekend getaway or an over-night stop as you pass through! We are 1/2 way between Nashville and Chattanooga on I-24, at exit 114, in the Heart of the beautiful Tennessee. Once you are here, enjoy our swimming pool, splash park, fishing pond and lawn games, or make a campfire and and get your fill of s'mores and hot dogs!
If you want to explore the area, The Broken Banjo RV Park is near what we like to call "The Secret Smokies". You'll see caves, waterfalls, nature trails, a natural bridge arch and bountiful wildlife. We are at the beginning of the Cumberland Plateau, which extends all the way past the Great Smoky Mountains.
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- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$31 - $999 / night
4. Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park
Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky2 Reviews•17 Photos•24 SavesThe park offers thirteen designated backcountry campsites that are accessible only by hiking or horseback. Backcounty sites are primitive, with only a fire ring and horse hitching posts available. All sites except McCoy Hollow have a nearby water source, but campers should boil and treat water before drinking, or plan to carry in drinking water. Campsites are limited to one party up to eight people in size. Pickup a Backcountry map at the Mammoth Cave Campground information kiosk, or the Visitor Information desk. Permit Required - $10 per trip. Reservations through Recreation.gov. Overnight camping is permitted along floodplains and on islands along the Green and Nolin Rivers. Camping in these areas is only accessible by boat. When camping on floodplains, campers must camp at least ½ mile away from Green River Ferry, Houchin Ferry and Dennison Ferry Day Use Area. Know where you are. Riverside camping on private lands outside the park may not be permitted. Sudden rainstorms can cause rapid flooding along riverways and river levels and currents fluctuate dramatically, particularly during winter months. Always check the river level and weather forecast before launching or camping along the rivers. Pickup a Backcountry map at the Mammoth Cave Campground information kiosk, or the Visitor Information desk. Permit Required - $10 per trip. Permits available online, up to a week in advance. Permits are subject to cancelation due to river levels. River levels must remain below 20 feet.
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- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Equestrian
5. Happy Camper Campground
Be the first to review!Rock Island, Tennessee- Pets
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- Reservable
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- Tents
6. East Fork Stables
Allardt, Tennessee2 Reviews•35 Photos•9 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
7. Twisted South Stables
Be the first to review!Manchester, Tennessee•3 PhotosHorse Boarding Facility, specializing in boarding horses. Full care, horse sitting, and overnight stay
Tent and Rv sites available
Property is well maintained and spacious, RV camping area and Tent camping is flat land for easy maneuvering, roads are wide with easy turn and pull through, so no stress backing up.
if you would like pony rides or lessons we would be more than happy to accommodate. There is wonderful hiking areas near by.
Wake up next to the the sounds playful horses.
Bring your family for a fun filled experience!
*We have a fire pit available to use
*Small fish pond is on the grounds.
**Feel free to reach out with any additional questions Thank you!**
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Equestrian
$30 - $65 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Antioch
210 Reviews of 7 Antioch Campgrounds
MickandKarla W.
Legend
Rvino - The Broken Banjo
One of the Nicer Private Campgrounds
We followed our RV GPS right to the campground (CG) that is located right off I-24. Check in was quick and easy. We were then escorted to one of their“long” pull through sites with FHUs, site 27. What we first noticed was the large cement patio with table, chairs, bench, stand up barbecue, and fire pit. The utilities are located smartly in the middle of the pad to include an extra sewer connection near the pad’s front. Water pressure was okay at around 45 psi. They have cable but we did not use it. Their Wifi was about average for a CG this size. We got 3 bars on Verizon and used our MiFi on this overnighter. Satellite could be iffy due to the amount of mature trees. We did see Starlink antennas at some of the sites. The sites are decently spaced and site 27 was the easiest pull through we’ve ever had as its angled straight in from the street, no turns or maneuvering to center the rig. They have glamping cabins, teepees, and a covered wagon with nice patio decor. There’s also a swimming pool, pickleball court, catch& release pond plus other amenities. There’s also laundry and propane. The staff was very nice and helpful. We were impressed with this CG with the only caveat that there’s quite a bit of highway noise from the interstate. However, the noise did not overweigh our satisfaction and we will definitely mark this CG for another overnighter or longer stay in the future.
Joel R.LegendRvino - The Broken Banjo
Nicer than before
We have stopped here several times in the past when it was a KOA. The new owners have fixed it up. The roads are still gravel but in better shape, the pads are nicer, and there is more room between sites. 30/50 amp electric, water & sewer. Lots of trees, there is a big dog park. The pool was closed when we were there. Bathrooms and showers were nice, but dated. Tent sites, cabins. Lots of road noise!
Cindy S.
Ranger
Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Beautiful campground and beautiful scenic drive
We arrived and we got to pick out our own campsite. Thanks to the friendly and helpful staff. Bathrooms were clean and the showers were warm water beautiful tall trees provided shade. Scenic Drive was stunning.
Megan C.
Guide
Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Great Campground, Large Paved Pads, Close to Nashville, BUT CONSTRUCTION!
We camped here for 2 full weeks. The campground at Cedars of Lebanon State Park deserves 5 stars for their proximity to Nashville, the large paved pads for campers, the peaceful woods, and their overall cleanliness.
However, we were here when there was construction going on. It was LOUD from 8am to 4, 5, and even 6pm somedays with working trucks and digging up the Tennessee Rock.
The weekends were peaceful without the construction, and the trails are all easy and flat. The showers worked well and were the typical campground showers.
The wifi that is listed on the website is basically nonexistent, so don't count on that for anything important. But Verizon had good service, while AT&T was fair.
Only Campground 3 was open during our stay and you can see the work they are doing here is going to make a huge difference to be big rig friendly. Enjoy!
- AAndrew S.Guide
Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Clean
Our spot was near bathroom and the area was clean. Good hikes nearby. I had good cell reception as well with Verizon so was able to watch a little college football on Saturday.m
@HomegrownRV 😎.RangerRvino - The Broken Banjo
Relaxing but small spaces
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. The staff will come around and collect your trash for you (which isn’t necessary but a nice plus!) The location is directly off the highway and close to stores if you need a late night run for anything. The dog park was cute and offered a lot of extras. The heated pool was nicely taken care of and would be fantastic for the summer season. The camp store had lots of necessities and cute decor plus a dvd rental library and a pizza place onsite!
Cons: There was a massive cell phone tower within walking distance from our RV. Literally on the property of the RV park behind their utility shed and next to the playground. The highway traffic is quite loud. The campsites are very close together! The playground and fun type amenities in the back of the park weren’t kept up very well it seemed. A lot of the stuff was missing or broken.
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DJody H.GuideFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Love love love
Wonderful place, hot water, clean sites. They have a daily trash service and several stores to visit
Melanie H.
TravelerRvino - The Broken Banjo
Cute little spot! A lot of stuff for the kiddos!
Cute little campground with lots of fun activities. Super friendly staff. Premium sites are very nice with paved patios and fire pits. Traffic is loud from interstate, doesn’t bother us, but may some!
Kevan R.GuideFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Family Friendly
Beautiful park with lots of activities for kids. The hiking trails were well maintained but vary in difficulty (easy to moderate; side trails to overlooks steep and rocky). Over 200 rv sites, most are close to each other; plan ahead to get a good site. We reserved a year in advanced and at that time no full hook ups were available. The park is a top visited park in TN - it’s crowded.
JOANNA M.GuideCedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Scenic with lots to do, but sites were tight
We were so impressed with how much there was to do at this campground! There are so many trails, playgrounds, and bike/walk friendly roads. Our family of 6 stayed for 3 nights and had a lovely time. The sites were a bit cramped (our rig is 31') and parking our truck was a bit tricky. The store was convenient ands the staff were helpful and very friendly. Would definitely stay again-- it was absolutely beautiful!
Ron&Shirley H.TravelerRvino - The Broken Banjo
Typical KOA Experience
Clean, safe. Nice laundry facilities! Little noisy from I24…
Cynthia K.LegendRvino - The Broken Banjo
Nice campground!
This is a beautiful campground!
Bathrooms/showers were very clean & nicely decorated.
Campground was laid out very well. We had site 6, which is a short pullthrough. Almost too short for us, since we didn't unhitch. There were tent sites in the back by the pond, which looked nice.
We had to pull in late & leave early, so I couldn't explore the hiking trail.
The worst thing you can say about this campground is the traffic noise from I-24. The campground is easy on- easy off the interstate, but it's only a few hundred yards from it. The noise never lets up.
We camped at The Broken Banjo RV Park in a Travel Trailer.
Whistle P.GuideCedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Great trails but lots of speed bumps!
Overall this is a nice place. We didn’t see any “transients,” which seems like an unkind way to refer to car campers. There’s a fully paved trail that is very nice when the other trails are muddy. The bathrooms were regularly cleaned, showers were free and hot.
We didn’t love that there are 5 speed bumps before you get to campgrounds 2-3. Prepare to jiggle your camper! Also, most people used rope lights and left them on all night. There was a lot of light pollution.
Joy W.RangerFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Great Park with impressive water falls!
Absolutely loved this park! Our site was an ADA and it was excellent. Lots of trails, waterfalls, and a great nature center.
Matthew R.TravelerCedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Love the Halloween events
We have been attending the Halloween event for over 3 years now and we absolutely love it!
D W.TravelerFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Great hiking
There are a lot of very different camp sites. It’s good to do your research to see for the site is laid out. Some are drive through and others are back in. It is very close to excellent hiking. Bring your bikes to discover more of the park.
- Keith R.Guide
Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Soo much to do
There is so much to do as soon as you get there. Plenty of hikes and water activities. The falls are beautiful with so many risky lookout points. Will definitely be back!
Tim S.
ScoutCedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Great back to back weekends for two novice tent campers
We tent camped for two consecutive weekends at Cedars of Lebanon. We are local novice campers. The campsites were well maintained with electric and water hookups. The bathhouse at Campground 2 is quite clean and is newer than Campground 1. Both of our stays were in Campground 2 near the bath house. Our first visit was with our dog, second was without. The fire ring in our second stay was weirdly located. Firewood is for sale inside the park and late afternoons the campground host drives thru on a gator like vehicle and offers bundles for sale at $6 each. The place is busy and active but very chill.
We hiked a little on Saturday midday. When I say “hike” I mean we strolled on a trail. Very nice time.
Any critiques by us would be unwarranted. Folks who work there were quite nice. We are very early on the learning curve. That we were able to go and tent camp and have a good time at our age proves that COL is a great place for newer campers to enjoy. We plan to go back a lot.
Casey L.LegendFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Family friendly!
Loved our site that backed up to a large field with playground!!! Perfect for families with kids that want to play while still having access to your rig. AMAZING hiking and views of the falls! Well worth the hike to the floor of the falls.
- Casey L.Legend
Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Very cute!
We liked this park a lot! Great bath houses and laundry on site. They sold ice and firewood at check in. There are larger sites on the first loop, middle loop is a bit tight with many transient people living out of vehicles. Loop closest to the store is all pull throughs so very convenient but you are stacked in close. Overall cute trails, splash pad was not open when we were there, programs for kids on the weekend and nice playground. Caves were very fun, some need permits!
- BBillyGuide
Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Nice stay
We stayed three nights camp ground area 1 is very small sites but quite camp ground area 2 is newer and much larger sites but no sewer hook ups definitely not a deal breaker would stay again
Knedd B.TravelerCedars of Lebanon State Park Campground
Nice!
Nice campground with friendly staff. As others have noted, the sites are a bit close to each other. There are a few tent only sites, but they are interspersed with the RV sites.
DeLuvPups D.TravelerRvino - The Broken Banjo
Perfect Pup Stop Over
We reserved one of the spots with a fenced in area for our pups that connected to the camper. They loved having a place to stretch their legs and running around in the grass after 2 days on the road heading home from our Disney stay.
Brian M.TravelerFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Great overall park with plenty to do
We stayed here for a week at the beginning of May and loved it. Quiet spot with easy to access trails around the campgrounds for our two dogs. The roads into the park are fun with some winding roads. Our smaller class C (24ft) handled it just fine but I could see some larger trucks having a slow time if they followed our path which was Hwy30 from Spencer.
The amenities are great, cute camp stores, shops & restaurants. Showers were clean with excellent water pressure. Some sits have sewer hookup but outs was just water & electric. Dump stations are scattered throughout and easy to access however.
Quickly made our list of parks we’d like to revisit in the future.
Jeremy G.GuideFall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Wonderful Area
Falls Creek Falls park is excellent for natural beauty. Wonderful sites, trails, activities for all ages. Campground is good. Few full hook up sites. Gas is a bit of a drive, so fill up before entering the park.
Russ G.RangerRvino - The Broken Banjo
Great Location, Nice Koa!
Nicer than average KOA with a great pool, kids areas, lots or cabins and tent spaces. Very quiet setting and great camp hosts.
- Steve L.Guide
Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground
Nice campground, noisy guests
Had a good time. Falls were beautiful but since you can drive and park by the overlook, be ready for a lot of people and dogs. If you like hiking, the trails were very low trafficked, and well maintained.
We stayed in the D campground (which is the closest walking distance to the Falls), however, campsites D180-210 are already close enough together (like your normal campgrounds), BUT when you add the elevation factor, some sites feel right in top of each other.
We have a truck camper and booked the last site available, which was a pull through in between other pull through sites (D192), but I wouldn’t book any of the pull through sites in D, unless you are booking adjacent ones for guests.
Also, 192 may be the smallest site with the worst layout, so take my review with a grain of salt. For instance, the hookups are on the opposite side as other, so I have to face my camper the opposite way, seemingly sharing our firepit and grill areas with our neighbors. This may be great if you know your neighbors, but not ideal for introverts like us (see photo).
Don’t get me wrong; we still had a good time, but the noise levels from other sites having a good time will encroach on your good time as well, making it feel less like camping, and more like a tailgate.
If I could do it over, I’d book more in advance and book a back-in site; one that isn’t right next to the road, or without too many other sites nearby. Sites along the same line as D204+ (same side as the bathrooms) seem to be the best sites.
Lastly, the facilities were but excellent: Campground D had small, but clean bathrooms and showers, and the main Guest Center is super close, with firewood, camping supplies, souvenirs, etc.
4.5/5 with 0.5 removed for layout of Campground D
Guide to Antioch
Horse camping in Tennessee offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities for equestrian enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, there are several campgrounds that cater to both you and your horse.
Equestrian campgrounds include ample amenities for your horse
- The Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground features horse hitching posts and easy access to trails, making it a great choice for riders.
- At Twisted South Stables, you'll find electric hookups and reservable sites, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horse.
- The Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park offers a secluded experience with horse hitches and a fire ring, perfect for a rustic adventure.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground provides a variety of features, including water hookups and a market for supplies, making it convenient for horse campers.
- The Happy Camper Campground allows pets and has reservable sites, ensuring a hassle-free experience for equestrians traveling with their horses.
- Rvino - The Broken Banjo offers spacious sites and amenities like a swimming pool and laundry facilities, making it a well-rounded option for horse camping.
Tips for equestrian camping near Antioch, Tennessee
- When visiting Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground, plan ahead to secure a good site, as it can get crowded during peak seasons.
- Be prepared for varying trail difficulties at Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground, which offers both easy and moderate hiking options for you and your horse.
- Always check trail conditions and water availability at Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park before heading out, as access to water can be limited.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Antioch, TN is Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 144 reviews.
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