Best Glamping near Baxter, TN

Edgar Evins State Park Campground transforms traditional camping with elevated wooden platforms overlooking Center Hill Lake, offering a distinctive glamping experience near Baxter. These unique deck-style sites provide comfort during all weather conditions while maintaining scenic water views. "Great if you like camping but aren't a fan of setting up in dirt/mud with bugs," noted one visitor. The platforms keep campers dry during Tennessee's frequent rain showers while providing tree-top level privacy. Beyond platform sites, the park houses luxury glamping options with comfortable furnishings, keeping guests connected to nature without sacrificing comfort. Nearby, Leeric Lodge & Resort on Center Hill Lake features upscale glamping accommodations with picnic tables, toilet facilities, and shower access in a tranquil lakeside setting.

Hiking trails wind throughout the parks, connecting glamping sites to natural attractions and viewpoints. A visitor highlighted that "there's a great restaurant on the marina and trails for hikers of all levels." Edgar Evins features an observation tower offering panoramic vistas for those willing to climb. Water activities dominate recreational options with kayak rentals available across from the main entrance, featuring both daily and weekly rates. Center Hill Lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating, with some glamping sites offering direct water access. Wildlife viewing enhances the experience with deer frequently spotted throughout the park, especially around dusk. Winter visitors appreciate heated facilities, while summer guests enjoy cooling lake breezes and water recreation. The marina restaurant serves as a convenient dining option for glampers who prefer not to cook during their stay.

Best Glamping Sites Near Baxter, Tennessee (24)

    1. Edgar Evins State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Lancaster, TN
    11 miles
    Website

    "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!"

    2. Rock Island State Park Campground

    50 Reviews
    Rock Island, TN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 686-2471

    "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."

    3. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    145 Reviews
    Spencer, TN
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 881-5298

    $8 - $32 / night

    "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."

    4. Spacious Skies Belle Ridge

    14 Reviews
    Monterey, TN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 241-4341

    $29 - $249 / 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."

    5. Indian Creek Campground

    3 Reviews
    Granville, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (615) 897-2233

    $25 - $168 / night

    "Clean

    Beautiful 

    Nature

    Bird watching 

    Near waterfalls 

    Only 1 hour away from Nashville airport"

    6. Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Lebanon, TN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (615) 443-2769

    $25 - $30 / night

    "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."

    7. Cumberland Mountain State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Crossville, TN
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 484-6138

    "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."

    8. Leeric Lodge & Resort on Center Hill Lake

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    Silver Point, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (615) 684-9643

    $65 - $299 / night

    9. Dale Hollow Damsite

    8 Reviews
    Hilham, TN
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 243-3554

    $32 - $75 / night

    "Table, standup bbq grill, extra small table, lantern hooks, electric & water."

    "Also bring plenty of ice as there is no ice machine on site. Nearest place to get ice is 2 miles away in Celina TN"

    10. Holpps Pine Ridge Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Monterey, TN
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 445-3487

    $25 - $30 / night

    "A private, family owned lake, which was built by the family in the 50’s or 60’s. The family lives on site, and runs the place, and they are some of the nicest people you’ll find!"

    "We were able to book lakefront sites less than a week in advance and still had empty sites on the lake on both sides of us. The bathrooms were clean and showers plenty warm."

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Glamping Reviews near Baxter, TN

434 Reviews of 24 Baxter Campgrounds


  • W
    Aug. 15, 2018

    Edgar Evins State Park Campground

    Great Even in the Rain

    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. We had brought a canoe and so it was A bit awkward trying to get down to the lake toting a canoe directly from our campsite. Although, we made it work, and had a great time.

    We fit our truck, 2 tents for 2, and a mini kitchen set up with table and benches comfortably. The running water was fantastic!

    That evening a storm came and I was so thankful for the platform because the rainwater ran off between the wooden slats, no mud!!

    Bathrooms were ok, and had hot water showers.

  • Hilary A.
    Jul. 23, 2021

    Wolf River Resort & Marina

    Friendly Marina & Campground

    This campground is great for larger groups, as they allow multiple tents/campers per site. Most campsites overlook the lake and have a lovely view of sunset. Only complaint is the amount of trash we picked up upon arrival. The beach access was virtually unusable due to trash everywhere, but we spent the majority of our time boating on the lake. Cabins are nothing to write home about, but they were functional and air conditioned.

  • Thomas H.
    Sep. 6, 2022

    Greeter Falls Campground

    Nice campground in the woods

    Booked two rv sites for this past Labor Day weekend for my wife and I and her sister’s family. Very easy to get to, paved roads. Saw some class C motorhomes in there. I did not check out the entire campground so not sure how big an rv can fit so best to just call.

    This campground is a little over a year old. We stayed in Area C (sites 41 & 42) which is considered the Main Campus, has the camp office and bath house there. Our rv sites were gravel, required some leveling, had FHUs. 50/30/20 amp service, water and sewer of course. All worked great, no issues. Site included a trash can, fire pit with affixed grill and a picnic table. My camper is 23 ft long and tow vehicle is an F150. I unhooked and had just enough room to park off to the side in front of my camper. The spots are very spaced so if you don’t have room like that you may be able to park beside the site like my in laws did.

    While we didn’t use them, they have an activity room, saw a projector screen in there and a table, they had an area behind the activity room, kind of like an outdoor hangout, lights, fire pit , chairs. Bathhouse is code locked and was clean. They have a fenced in dog park area centrally located in area c, seemed of good size with lots of trees. They have a little sand pit area for kids to play in.

    The staff are very friendly. They have a small camp store just down the road from the entrance to the campground. Just past the camp store is the trailhead to the water falls.

    Unfortunately my back wasn’t feeling great and my wife recently had surgery on her foot. We did hike back there some. There are 4 waterfalls according to their map. Unfortunately it was pretty dry so there wasn’t much waterfall action. The upper falls was pretty cool. We couldn’t make it to all of the falls.

    They do have free wifi available but I can’t speak much on it. The signal for it at my campsite wasn’t very good so I didn’t use it. I have Verizon and had 3 bars and LTE and the data signal was strong for me. Was able to stream, FaceTime, pretty much whatever I wanted. Of course, I’m not sure if it’s like the everywhere in the campground, but where I was it worked great.

    Overall, very pleased with our stay and definitely want to come back when we’re doing better to check out all the falls and do some swimming.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2018

    Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground

    Little park, lots to do

    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. History is very present in Cedars.

    A 2 mile running trail that meanders through old farm land and indigenous trees. CCC original looking covered benches which overlook a dry stream bed that ends in an exploitable old cave. A wood bridge further down the small valley crosses the stream bed and can be followed to the nature centers very cool garden.Check in before exploring the cave and wear old clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy, low ceiling and headlamp/flashlight needed.

    The picnic area which is adjacent the lodge has small and large pavilions for use and fire pits. The lodge looks like it’s the original that you can see in the black and white photos.

    The campground has three areas. One has side by side sites, no privacy and not much space but easy in, easy out. The other two loops have more area between sites which are tucked back into the trees. Area 3 is for pop ups , tents and vans with 20 amp electric, Area 2 is for the larger campers, 30 amp and area 1, the side by side is 30 to 50 amp. There is disc golf, a swimming pool and riding stables plus two playgrounds and a nice gazebo that you can rent for special events. Definitely a campground to spend a chill weekend and unwind.

  • Michelle I.
    Mar. 24, 2021

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    Beautiful facility

    This park is amazing. There is a lot to do, from golfing to some hiking. Looks like it’s great for kids and families, but I’m a single traveler. For me, the campgrounds were crowded and tight, though everyone around me respected the quiet hours. I’m a tent camper, so I appreciate running water and clean facilities if I’m going to come in from the woods and camp in a civilized space. These facilities were not very clean, two of three toilets were missing seats and I really didn’t want to touch anything (with or without COVID being a consideration). I camped on a Monday, so I understand that it was a busy weekend and the facilities likely weren’t yet cleaned, but in addition to camper use, the facilities were buggy, cobwebby and in need of a deep clean and significant refreshing. So ... four stars because of the beautiful setting. From a camping perspective it left me wanting and I’ve enjoyed better overall experiences and facilities for 1/3 the price.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2018

    Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground

    Old meets New

    As soon as we pulled into Cedars Of Lebanon State Park I got the old time vibe from the split tree fences and ancient farm equipment to the black and white photos in the visitors center, this park seems very in touch with its beginnings.

    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. There is a similar covered bench on the far-side of the dry creek with very cool stone “steps” leading from one to the other and a wood bridge further down the small valley to cross the stream bed when it has water in it. The stream runs into a cave that you can visit while at the park, guided tours are suggested but not required. Check in before exploring the cave and wear old clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy, low ceiling and headlamp/flashlight needed.

    As you follow path up away from the creek bed you wander into a very unique garden area which is part of the Nature Center. I would love to have the creativity and skill to build some of the structures in my yard. Definitely worth a visit. 

    The picnic area which is adjacent the lodge has small and large pavilions for use and fire pits. The lodge looks like it’s the original that you can see in the black and white photos.

    The campground had the smell of bacon cooking when we pulled in which just sets the atmosphere perfectly;) there are three loops. One has side by side sites, no privacy and not much space but easy in, easy out. The other two loops have more area between sites which are tucked back into the trees. Area 3 is for pop ups , tents and vans with 20 amp electric, Area 2 is for the larger campers, 30 amp and area 1, the side by side is 30 to 50 amp. Aside from the occasional overly excited children it is a very nice quiet campground. There is disc golf, a swimming pool and riding stables plus two playgrounds and a nice gazebo that you can rent for special events. Definitely a campground to spend a chill weekend and unwind.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 6, 2018

    Edgar Evins State Park Campground

    Decked out...

    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! Pro- you are tree top level and pretty good on privacy with trees in between sites. Con- your fire pit is obviously not on the wood deck so it’s a walk back and forth if you don’t have alternative cooking methods.

    Next something to consider if you are not proficient in backing your camper this may not be the first campsite you wanna practice at. Some of these sites you are backing uphill, up a ramp onto the deck, little tense.

    Another pro- unless it’s Predator they can only come at you from one direction.....( zombies and such. Lol) Con - your either walking downhill or uphill to get to the shower house , that being said there are stairs and trails to take to the shower house.

    I did not stay in the primitive site area but did check out the area. #5 looked like it could support a Tentsile Tree Tent. There was a water point in that area and the sites were spaced out pretty good.

    The main attraction at Edgar is the water, the rather large Marina is directly across from the lowest site level. Take your fishing pole and water craft with you ;) There are trails that are hiker and biker friendly with some nice scenery. Near the front gate is the Caney Fork Outdoors and Big Rock Market.

  • Shea M.
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    The Gorge

    The park offers several campgrounds than can accommodate RV's, tent camping and primitive campsites. There are water and electrical hookups at all sites except the primitive. There are bathhouses and even cabin rentals for those who prefer that. You can purchase ice, firewood and food at the camp store on property and there is also a place to do your laundry for a small fee. Each site offers a table and grill. All are drive up except the primitive sites. This park has the highest free falling waterfall (256 feet) East of the Mississippi River! There are plenty of activities and hiking to explore just visit the parks website for more information!

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 14, 2022

    Greeter Falls Campground

    New campground

    We only checked out the primitive sites while passing through the area. The sites had picnic tables and fire rings, but they were pretty overgrown. It doesn’t look like this section of the campground is getting much use yet. They have a couple of portable toilets on site with garbage cans next to the toilets. There is a water spigot at the exit that can be used for filling tanks/containers. Also, there is a community fire pit area near the exit and a small camp store building near the entrance. Closed when we drove thru. To be honest, other than sites being marked with a site number, I couldn’t tell where the sites were actually at or where tents were supposed to be set up at.

    We did not drive they the yurts or RV sites, so I cannot speak for those, but the pictures on the website look nice.

    Rating this a 3 based on location to Greeter Falls Waterfall and also because it is new and still an ongoing work in progress, I didn’t want to rate too low.


Guide to Baxter

Edgar Evins State Park campground features elevated wooden platforms overlooking Center Hill Lake that help campers stay dry during frequent Tennessee rain. These 45-60 square foot deck-style sites maintain privacy with tree-top positioning and provide clear water views. Most sites are tiered on the hillside with fire rings positioned along the roadside gravel strip beside the platforms.

What to do

Hiking diverse trails: Fall Creek Falls State Park offers miles of hiking trails ranging from short loops to overnight options. One visitor explained, "Many adventures offered from skeet shooting to hiking to waterfalls," while another mentioned their trail recommendation for first-timers: "The cable trail is not far from the campsite."

Swimming in designated areas: Rock Island State Park Campground provides multiple swimming options including a sandy beach area and natural river spots. "The nearby swimming beach was great for the kids. Many short hiking options available," shared a camper. The park features a swimming beach with a rentable pavilion and picnic tables accessible by car or foot.

Kayaking and boating: Center Hill Lake permits motorized and non-motorized watercraft at Dale Hollow Damsite, with particularly good fishing opportunities. "Plenty of fish opportunities from boat, kayak, wading and shoreline," noted one visitor. Some campgrounds rent boats directly while others require bringing your own equipment.

What campers like

Platform camping experience: Many campers appreciate the distinctive platform sites at Edgar Evins. "First time camping in our camper, on platforms. Loved it! Very informative pontoon boat tour with a Park Ranger," shared one visitor. Another camper noted, "We love the platform sites that are so spacious and private. Easy access to dump station and bath houses."

Private lake access: Holpps Pine Ridge Lake Campground offers a family-owned lake experience with less crowding than public waters. "A private, family owned lake, which was built by the family in the 50's or 60's. The family lives on site, and runs the place, and they are some of the nicest people you'll find," reports one camper. The lake accommodates motorized boats while remaining calm enough for paddling.

Seasonal activities: Glamping options near Baxter remain open year-round with Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground offering holiday-themed events during fall. As one visitor noted, "Their halloween weekend is a great time of fun for the kids!" Winter camping provides different wildlife viewing opportunities, with deer sightings common in early mornings.

What you should know

Site selection matters: Platform sites at Edgar Evins vary significantly in size and view quality. One visitor advised, "I was very skeptical about the sites being pier-like decks. Some of the sites just don't have a lot of room, especially around the fire pit and bbq. But there are a couple gem spots if you scout before you book."

Weather preparation: Tennessee experiences frequent rain showers, particularly during spring and early summer. Platform sites help with drainage but tent campers should pack appropriate rain gear and tarps. At Cumberland Mountain State Park Campground, visitors noted site grading issues: "Sites in my section were pretty steep as in on a big hill so us tenters get quite a workout going up to the bathhouse!"

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