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Edgar Evins State Park Campground accommodates pets at all camping areas, offering tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping options where dogs can stay alongside their owners. Belle and Beau Acres maintains a pet-friendly policy across its nine primitive sites with spacious, private camping spots where campers can bring their dogs. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to be leashed at all times, though specific areas at some parks allow supervised off-leash time. Facilities typically include designated pet waste stations and water access points. Old Mill Camp and General Store provides pet-friendly accommodations directly across from Cummins Falls State Park, making it convenient for hikers with dogs to explore both areas. The property features well-spaced sites that offer privacy while maintaining a community atmosphere perfect for socializing pets.
Trails surrounding Bloomington Springs campgrounds provide excellent options for dog walking, with Cummins Falls State Park offering hiking opportunities where leashed pets can join their owners. When visiting Center Hill Lake areas, dogs must remain on leash but can access shorelines for swimming at designated points. The primitive camping areas at Center Hill Lake allow pets with proper waste management expected from owners. Campers report the bathhouse facilities at Old Mill Camp are immaculately maintained, important for longer stays with pets. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to protect paws from hot surfaces. Rock Island State Park Campground permits pets throughout its facilities with multiple trails accessible to leashed dogs, though pets must be attended at all times and properly cleaned up after.
"I'm from New England and relocated to Tennessee in 2016. The first time I went camping at Edgar Evans, I had no idea what was going on!"
"The park is a gorgeous property with a lake and hiking trails. There are ADA sights. The hills are steep and some of the sights have angle ramps."
"This property is clean, quiet, family and pet friendly. Each tent and RV stall has its own picnic table and fire pit, spacing out each stall so it has fair privacy."
"I would stay away from the pull through sites by the bathroom if You prefer privacy."
"It was okay, but not good for anyone who cannot handle a lot of stairs. 2) There was a lot of boat traffic on the lake, even late into the night."
"Which means there are different rules then most state parks, one of which is only 2 dogs per site allowed. 2nd the layout is more tent friendly (to me) with walk in sites with some nice views."
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Lots to do here with hiking trails, mountain bike trails, beach, playground, boat launch, and all the lake activities."
"Dog friendly, but not at the swimming area. Overall it was a great place to go. Out of the way quiet and the lake was beautiful."
from $25 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Our site was right on the creek and very near the beach. We went for an evening swim and we had a picturesque view of the sun setting over the mountains."
"And it was adequate but situated on an inlet with mucky water. We took a walk and found an empty site (45) with breathtaking views. We asked to switch and they were happy to oblige."
from $20 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Off the beaten path and quiet piece of Tennessee that we needed."
"Woke up to 2 jakes walking through our campsite below our rooftop tent. Property is back away from any houses and extremely peaceful."
from $40 / night
Check Availability"Rock Island State Park is situated in the middle of Tennessee. The park itself is surrounded by beautiful forest and some pretty great and easy hiking trails. The falls themselves are a sight to see."
"Off I24 near Murfreesboro, Tn and a leisurely drive through the Tennessee countryside. Small towns, pickups and cows. Watch for stop signs, I almost missed one while looking at the scenery."
"Snuggle deep in Ragland bottom Tennessee this nice Corps of Engineer campground is nestled. The campground is very well-kept. With plenty of room on the camping pads for all types and sizes of RVs."
"one is only 2 dogs allowed in day use/campground) The day use area has a fee which is included in you campground fee if your staying for a few days."
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability"We thought this was a bust, turned around to leave, and then we spotted the gravel path into the site. It's easy to miss on the way in."
"While the cell service was a bit spotty, it actually helped me disconnect and enjoy the surroundings. Overall, a great site—quiet, scenic, and well worth the visit."
"We recently moved from Idaho to Tennessee, we booked two spots at Long Branch to stay for two weeks."
"There are steps down to the river. Many sites have plenty of shade especially the ones in the small loop. I will be coming back here for sure."
from $30 - $50 / night
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GuideLots of green grass. The dog park is very well kept. There is a road close by but not a major freeway. It’s one of the quieter KOA’s I have stayed at. Pool is small but very clean. The store is well stocked and you can get hand dipped ice cream.
RangerWe were in primitive site I and it was a perfect spot to camp on a hot day. The sun never touched our tent. They offer kayak rentals and they are good sturdy ones at a reasonable rate. There is no swimming but we enjoyed fishing. They have A honey locus tree on one of the trails which was cool. I had never seen one. They are pet friendly and pets are allowed leashes on all the hiking trails. The animals are not scared of humans or dogs. We had squirrels, birds, deer and turkey join us at our camp site.
GuideWe visited here during the summer. I really enjoyed our stay. A couple of things caught a us by surprise.. 1) The steps down to our campsite. Some of the campsites towards the back of the campground have a good amount of stairs. It was okay, but not good for anyone who cannot handle a lot of stairs. 2) There was a lot of boat traffic on the lake, even late into the night. I’m not sure if it is always like this or because there is a marina near by the campground. We could reach the edge of the lake from our campsite and launched out kayaks from there. The boats made it a little difficult to kayak the lake, but some kayakers towards the front of the campground at the day beach seemed to do okay. There’s a small hiking trail in the park also called the “lost spring trail” not much of a spring to see, but a couple of lookout points. Must not be much traffic through the trail anymore, the lookouts were a little overgrown. Overall the campground was nice, lots of access to the water if you like to fish and some very beautiful views. Pet friendly! Clean!
RangerIt was ok for an overnight spot when all else was full. We went during the rain, lots of pot holes and water puddles everywhere. Mostly full time residents, lots of pets with no real place to walk them. Grass is minimal. Staff was very friendly and helped us out. Would stay again for one night, but not a go to. Little overpriced, but expected as right off interstate and close to major city.
TravelerWas the best state park I’ve stayed at to date! Very safe, quiet/peaceful, family friendly, pet friendly, bath houses were clean, full hookups, pool was clean ($6/person entry fee)
TravelerI'm from New England and relocated to Tennessee in 2016. The first time I went camping at Edgar Evans, I had no idea what was going on! All I saw was platforms, and what I considered 'normal' camping sites were labeled 'primitive' sites. I was in total awe. I didn't know how it was going to work with a tent, but my boyfriend showed me that all you need to do is bring nails to hammer down and secure your tent to the wooden platform. Where as I was at first turned off by the platform, there are a few pluses:
-It rains A LOT in Tennessee. When I used to camp up north, we got flooded out during heavy rains, as we were camping directly on the ground. The platform keeps you elevated, so digging a trench around your tent is a non-issue.
-If you get a waterfront site (HIGHLY recommended), the views are gorgeous. I'd say go for the sites in the lower 40s - they're super close to a bathhouse and a few paths that will bring you down to the edge of some gorgeous cliffs, giving you the best view in the site. If you go in the other direction, you'll be looking at a community of house boats, which kinda blew my mind, as clusters of houseboats aren't really a thing up north, either.
-You can comfortably fit two tents on a platform; three is pushing it, but we've seen people pack around four in (which I don't think you're actually supposed to do).
-Something else I've noticed in TN - virtually all camping takes place at State Parks, and Edgar Evans is one of the few that actually offers wooden platforms and primitive sites. Most of them offer concrete platforms for RVs and smaller trailers, making it difficult to camp with a tent.
The sites in the lower 40s also offer more level ground for the fire pits. Some sites have a really steep drop off, which make it difficult to place chairs and sit and relax without being a little wobbly.
There's also a pretty big trail system to explore, and it seems like you might need to set aside an entire day to do the loop in its entirety - we're still planning on doing that! I find that I get more immersed in relaxation mode when I'm there instead of active hiking mode - taking a chair down to the cliffs and sitting by the water with a book makes for some beautiful downtime!
All of this being said, this is our favorite spot! We've come here at least twice, if not three times a year since I've moved down here. The staff is friendly and helpful, the campers are friendly, and there's usually lots of adorable dogs around to pet lol! Definitely love this place!
TravelerThis was our first time at Mountain Glen and we will return! If you are looking for a quiet, clean and beautiful campground, this is the place. Full hook ups, very pet friendly, friendly staff. Giving it ALL the stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
ScoutMountain Glen is a hidden gem! If you are traveling through eastern TN or just looking for a place to park your RV for a few weeks or longer of peaceful quiet then you have to stay here. I've stayed in RV parks across 38 states and never found cleaner bathrooms, friendlier customer service, or faster WiFi (and that's important since I work remotely!) than what Mountain Glen RV Park offers. They've also got great water pressure, easy pull-throughs, after-hour check-in options, and a convenient store in case you forgot some essentials. In addition to the great amenities, you'll be greeted by rolling scenic vistas of beautiful countryside, having fishing opportunities, pavilion or indoor meeting room to hang out with friends, playground for the kids, and pet friendly areas for your dogs to enjoy.
Mountain Glen is definitely a must-stay and the best of the best of all the RV parks and campgrounds I've ever stayed at!
TravelerThis property is clean, quiet, family and pet friendly. Each tent and RV stall has its own picnic table and fire pit, spacing out each stall so it has fair privacy. If you don't care to grill or have a sandwich or ice cream at the general store on site the friendly owner will tell you where to eat in town (Cookeville). The entrance to the state park is across the street from the general store. All of the facilities you need are here, but I do have one critique, that is the smart light in the Women's restroom turns off after 20 seconds, I think it would be better to set it to 5 minutes. Otherwise it was a perfect stay.
Center Hill Lake sits at approximately 648 feet above sea level near Bloomington Springs, Tennessee, with limestone cliffs defining the shoreline across multiple campsites. The lake spans over 18,000 acres with 415 miles of shoreline, providing campers diverse terrain options from waterfront sites to wooded areas. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F, with cooler spring and fall temperatures making shoulder seasons popular for tent campers.
Kayak Center Hill Lake: Launch directly from waterfront sites at Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake where "The sites have fire rings and picnic tables. The bathrooms were clean and practical. The campground has a day use area, and a playground. Great spot for lake camping!" according to Nate H.
Fish for trout: The Center Hill Lake area offers excellent fishing opportunities. "Nice and quiet with a beautiful view of Caney Fork River. World class trout fishing," reports Marsha G. about the Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas.
Hike the Lost Spring Trail: This trail near Floating Mill campground provides views of the lake and marina. "There's a small hiking trail in the park also called the 'lost spring trail' not much of a spring to see, but a couple of lookout points," notes Shy-Anne W.
Visit area waterfalls: Multiple waterfalls are within driving distance. According to Lee D., "The best hike is in the Twin Falls area but that is a 10-15 minute drive from the campground" at Rock Island State Park Campground.
Privacy between sites: At Belle and Beau Acres, "You have your choice of sites, either in the heavily wooded timber, in the field, or by the creek. We stayed in the timber and it was glorious! Lots of downed wood to burn, several level sites, lighting bugs for entertainment at night," explains Lori H.
Clean facilities: Campground bathhouses receive regular maintenance. At Old Mill Camp and General Store, "The bathhouse was clean and the showers were the nicest I've ever used. Single walk in showers with plenty of room," according to Raeann B.
Wildlife viewing: Campers often spot wildlife near their sites. "Woke up to 2 jakes walking through our campsite below our rooftop tent," reports Nate H. about Belle and Beau Acres. Similarly, Larry S. mentions "deer everywhere in park (fawns and even Bucks)" at Defeated Creek Campground.
Waterfront access: Many sites offer direct water access. "The lakefront sites all have water access right from the site, so you can launch a kayak, or throw out a line, or just go for a swim right from your site," explains Nate H. about Ragland Bottom.
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have spotty or no cell coverage. At Defeated Creek Campground, "Found out once we got there that the connection for LTE is pretty sporadic, sometimes you can connect to their unsecured Wi-Fi, but they prefer you not to," notes Campfiresandcoffee94.
Site reservations fill quickly: Waterfront and prime sites book far in advance. "It's a very popular spot, and you'll need to book well in advance," warns Nate H. about Ragland Bottom.
Primitive sites require preparation: Some areas lack basic amenities. Belle and Beau Acres has "a nice little comfort station located by the trailhead to the creek. You will need to bring your own waste bags and shower bag to use it," advises Lori H.
Campground terrain varies: Many sites have elevation changes. At Floating Mill, "Some of the campsites towards the back of the campground have a good amount of stairs. It was okay, but not good for anyone who cannot handle a lot of stairs," cautions Shy-Anne W.
Beach access for kids: Several campgrounds offer swimming areas specifically for families. At Floating Mill, "We could reach the edge of the lake from our campsite and launched our kayaks from there... There's a small hiking trail in the park also," shares Shy-Anne W.
Playgrounds available: Many campgrounds include play equipment. Chris W. notes that Defeated Creek has "Private beach access and some playground areas. Nice bathhouses but could use some updating."
Early morning wildlife viewing: Schedule wildlife watching with kids during morning hours. At Belle and Beau Acres, campers report seeing "wild turkeys passing through" in the early morning hours, according to Lori H.
Bring outdoor games: Open spaces at many campgrounds allow for activities. "The camp slots on area C are so close to one another that most people couldn't use their fire pits for fear of burning their own tent, or their neighbor's," warns Andrea S. about Fall Creek Falls, suggesting selecting more spacious areas when camping with kids.
Site leveling challenges: Some RV pads require additional leveling equipment. At Rock Island, "Camper pads are all paved but vary in length from 18 to 51 feet. The width of some can also accommodate two cars side by side. Not all are completely level," advises Lee D.
Limited hookups: Not all sites offer full connections. At Floating Mill, "We were in site 50, which had no visibility to DISH west satellites, and we were not able to pick up and OTA TV with our omni antenna," reports Ray & Terri F.
Unique platform sites: Edgar Evins features distinctive camping structures. "First time camping in our camper, on platforms. Loved it! Very informative pontoon boat tour with a Park Ranger. Great lunch at the marina too!" shares Rosa B.
Narrow campground roads: Some parks have tight access routes. "Be wary of the speed bumps throughout the campground, they are closely spaced and rather abrupt, take them very slowly," cautions Ray & Terri F. about Edgar Evins State Park.
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