Amanda F.
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LegendWall Doxey State Park Campground
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Not sure if it’s somewhere I would stay right now due to one section being closed.
Glamping near Bolivar, TN
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Cherokee Landing, Serendipity Resort, and Big Buck Resort provide luxury camping options near Bolivar, Tennessee. Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing features waterfront cabin accommodations with basic cookware and dining essentials, though guests should bring their own linens and towels. Serendipity Resort offers glamping and yurt rentals set around scenic ponds, providing well-maintained accommodations with electric, water and sewer hookups at each site. Climate-controlled units keep guests comfortable in all seasons, with many featuring private decks overlooking water features. These upscale camping options range from rustic-chic to fully modernized, offering plumbing, electricity, and comfortable sleeping arrangements that distinguish them from traditional camping. One guest shared, "Absolutely gorgeous. Emerald green lake, plenty of room between campsites. CANNOT wait to go back!!"
Guests at these glamping destinations enjoy numerous recreational activities without sacrificing comfort. Serendipity Resort provides a water park with inflatable water features, paddleboarding, kayaking, and access to a spacious 11-foot deep swimming pool with a diving board. The property also includes a fire tower with panoramic views and well-maintained trails for walking. Wall Doxey State Park Campground, located 45 minutes from Bolivar, offers glamping opportunities with access to showers, electric hookups, and water in a natural woodland setting. Most glamping properties in the region operate year-round, with Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing having a seasonal schedule from April through October. A visitor noted, "Beautiful southern Tennessee setting" with peaceful surroundings that make it ideal for families looking to experience outdoor recreation while enjoying upgraded accommodations beyond basic tents or RVs.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Bolivar (7)
1. Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing
"We got cabins for the family, they were very nice (bring your own sheets, towels, and food, they had basic cookware and dining ware but ours is in the camp bin so we used what we brought and were used"
"Emerald green lake, plenty of room between campsites. CANNOT wait to go back!!"
2. Big Buck Resort
3. Serendipity Resort
"Each site has its own 50/30/110 electric, water and sewer connections. This was a great surprise. The bathrooms are a bit of a walk from the sites. They have a shower house by the water park area."
"amp;I’ll 👀I around like a 🍩"
4. Wall Doxey State Park Campground
"The bathrooms were clean and stocked."
"Quiet wooded area with water and electricity. There are bath houses that have washer and dryer’s available so bring your quarters and laundry soap."
52 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $2 - $447 / night
5. Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
"The lake was gorgeous with a winding, unpaved bike trail that was really fun on mountain bikes! We didn’t try, but I bet fishing would be great here."
"No shower or bathroom facilities. Water has plenty of pressure, and runs clear after a few seconds. Surprisingly nice weather and no mosquitoes or gnats. Free firewood, and portajons on-site"
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $7 - $40 / night
6. Pickwick Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
"Our Super C Class did require more blocks for leveling in the front on Site 6. However, it was a very nice site with plenty of privacy."
"There were enough trees that my brother in law was able to set up his hammock system. The site was well kept. There were hardly any blood sucking bugs and no wildlife for protect our stuff from."
7. Cross City RV Park
"Water pressure was good at around 45 psi. We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance."
"Would've been 5 stars if they had a fire pits. Great overnight stop."
Drive Time
- 42 min from Jackson, TN
- 1 hr 7 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 49 min from Florence, AL
- 2 hrs 4 min from Jonesboro, AR
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Glamping Reviews near Bolivar, TN
62 Reviews of 7 Bolivar Campgrounds
- NNikita L.
ScoutPickwick Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
Great trip
Beautiful grounds. Well maintained. A little close to my neighbors
- RRobert C.
GuideWall Doxey State Park Campground
Pricey but ok for an overnight
Heavily wooded campground with large sites well spaced. Concrete pads for your camper rig but watch your step. Lots of erosion around the edges. Sites do have electric and water service. I thought prices were a little high. With registration fee and taxes my two nights stay was about $70.
Goldy M.
TravelerSerendipity Resort
Warning to Blue Oval Families& Traveling Workers– AVOID Serendipity RV Park
We were long-term tenants at Serendipity RV Park for over two years, paying$950/month. My husband works for Blue Oval, and we want to warn others: this park does not respect or value loyal tenants. On July 8, 2025, a Serendipity employee ran a mower into our RV, damaging our slide-out. Instead of taking responsibility, they brought in Ralph’s Mobile RV Repair—a contractor who showed up without notice and“repaired” it using silicone instead of 2 sided adhesive, it look horrible, he smearing silicone everywhere, and bent up parts of the trim that had not even were not even originally damaged. We documented everything, expressed our concerns immediately. Ralph returned later, didn’t even remove the old silicone, and caked more on top. When we pushed back, he became aggressive and confrontational—at one point suggesting he could“meet” my husband somewhere. Serendipity never inspected the work. Edward, who’s on-site daily, never once came to speak to us. Instead, we got a dismissive text saying they were“satisfied” with the work and that we should“file it on our insurance.” The damage was caused by their own employee—yet they refuse to make it right. On top of that:• They’ve overcharged our card multiple occasions and add illegal card processing fees.• in addition to the$950/monthly space rent, they have installed meters to charge electric ON TOP of the$950(they want MORE money but do not even maintain our lawns properly)• The park is poorly maintained. Grass gets a foot tall before it’s mowed, and employees recklessly use riding mowers near RVs. We were respectful, always paid on time, and expected to be treated fairly. Instead, we’ve dealt with poor repairs, price gouging, and total disregard. If you’re a Blue Oval worker or traveling family, do yourself a favor—avoid Serendipity and Ralph’s RV Repair. You deserve better.
Sherry P.ScoutSerendipity Resort
Trashy, unkept, rude staff, overpriced, no respect for guests
My husband and I have always loved Serendipity and looked forward to visiting for the last several years. That has definitely changed with the latest owners. The girls in the office have smart mouths and zero customer service skills. The grounds look awful, grown up grass everywhere. It appears they only mow about 25%. Food is poor and overpriced. Ron and Daphne are truly missed. There is no personality to Serendipity anymore. It used to be a nice resort style rv park now it ranks as bottom of the barrel. Just sad.
- JJosh G.Scout
Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
A great place to do nothing.
The shaded footpaths make walking the trails on a hot day still enjoyable. Quiet, low humidity, and plenty of camp sites to choose from make this location a great place to unplug and relax.
- CChristine S.Traveler
Wall Doxey State Park Campground
Nice stay
Camped 4days/3nights. Really nice wooded sites. Water and Electric on site. Wifi-Tmobile worked fine whole trip. Not a lot of campers while I was here. Quiet and Peaceful. I did not use bathroom facilities. No one available at check-in however I had reserved and paid ahead. Staff drove around regularly. Felt safe here as a solo female tent camper with a dog. Would visit again
MickandKarla W.LegendCross City RV Park
One of the Better Short Stay Campgrounds
This review is based on a short stay campground (CG). We followed our GPS right to this CG off US-45 just south of Corinth. We were instructed by the very nice owner, Jim, to call when we were 30 minutes out so he could meet us. Jim was right there when we pulled in and we had the choice of two pull throughs or a back-in. We chose back-in site E with FHUs for our two night’s stay. The back-in was easy and the site was fairly level as we had no problems auto-leveling. Water pressure was good at around 45 psi. We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance. There were no playground, picnic tables nor fire pits. The CG has full timers and seasonal campers, who were very nice. They have a nice bathroom with a shower plus a small laundry with one washer and dryer. The washing is free and drying costs$1. We got two bars on Verizon and a clear shot north for Starlink. This CG is listed under Passport America but looking at reviews on multiple sites, Jim charges everyone the same price around$30. There’s no dog area, but plenty of room to walk your pups. US-45 is near so you get highway noise. After several attempts, we never got connected to the CG’s wifi. Corinth has all your major amenities such as Walmart, Lowes, etc. Borroum's Drug Store and Soda Fountain is a throwback in time and a great place to get lunch. Get there early though, as they fill up fast.We enjoyed our stay in this no frills, laid back, and friendly CG. We would definitely stay here again.
- BButch K.
RangerSerendipity Resort
different, in a good way
I enjoyed my 3 nights. I had a great view of a pond and a row of A-frames but the sites on my passenger (viewing) side were not occupied or I would have been billboarded. The sites are very close together but the season is apparently over. Very little traffic even on thanksgiving. The roads are narrow and the trees get close. Th signage could be better but the host left me a text when I arrived and found me while I was waiting outside the office. Very quiet, no road noise or trains or planes. Just a little longer drive off the main highway
Guide to Bolivar
Cabin camping options near Bolivar, Tennessee range from rustic forest settings to waterfront accommodations. Located in southwestern Tennessee with elevations averaging 400-500 feet, this area experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters. The region features several small lakes and ponds with nearby wooded camping areas that remain accessible year-round.
What to do
Fishing and water activities: Wall Doxey State Park Campground offers an 11-foot deep lake with fishing piers. One visitor reported, "There is a boat ramp and fishing pier for the fishermen/water lovers." The park also features "a partially covered bridge that crosses over to an island with a picnic table."
Disc golf in natural settings: Wall Doxey State Park Campground has a disc golf course winding through pine forest. A camper mentioned, "The highlight for us is the disc golf course the winds through the pine forest." The course provides recreational options beyond standard water activities.
Hiking and exploration: Chewalla Lake Recreation Area provides multiple trail options. A visitor described, "Trails are all simple and pretty and include woods, waterfront, boardwalks, etc." The paths are well-maintained with shaded areas, making them accessible during summer heat.
Water park and inflatables: Serendipity Resort includes water recreational features beyond standard swimming. A camper noted, "My kids used the water park. They had a blast on the jumpers and got very wore out." The water park has variable pricing with first-day costs around $20 per person.
What campers like
Fire tower views: Serendipity Resort provides elevated viewing opportunities. A camper described, "There's plenty of room to walk around and a fire tower to climb. You can see some great views up there." This feature offers a different perspective of the surrounding landscape.
Spacious swimming areas: The swimming facilities at Serendipity include larger-than-average pools. According to one review, "There is also a very nice spacious pool that is included as well. The pool is 11ft deep so there's no issues with using the diving board."
Free non-motorized boating: Pickwick Dam Campground provides water access with views of Tennessee River and Pickwick Dam. A visitor noted, "Beautiful view on the TN River and the Pickwick Dam." Another mentioned it's "close to the Shiloh National Military Park" for historical exploration.
Yurt camping options: Yurt camping near Bolivar, Tennessee provides alternatives to traditional cabins. Serendipity Resort offers yurt accommodations positioned near water features. These climate-controlled structures remain comfortable in all seasons while providing a unique overnight experience.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing has limited availability. One camper mentioned, "We got cabins for the family, they were very nice (bring your own sheets, towels, and food, they had basic cookware and dining ware but ours is in the camp bin so we used what we brought)."
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Campground bathroom quality differs significantly across locations. At Chewalla Lake, a camper noted, "Bathrooms are not kept up, dirty and no lights in the showers." In contrast, Pickwick Dam Campground maintains "nice clean bathhouse" facilities according to multiple reviews.
Halloween events: Wall Doxey hosts special seasonal activities. A visitor shared, "We were invited to the halloween get together at the park. And we had no idea it was such a big deal... Every camp site had wonderful decorations and the kids had such a blast."
Site placement considerations: At Big Buck Resort, site quality varies. One visitor stated the park is "in total disrepair" with few activities, noting "There is nothing to do around here and there is nothing to do in the park."
Tips for camping with families
Bring bug protection: Wooded areas have tick concerns. At Wall Doxey State Park, a camper warned, "The highlight for us is the disc golf course the winds through the pine forest. That also leads me to the one negative...the pine trees... If you are camping here anytime during the warmer months, be ready to pick ticks off of everyone!"
Verify children's activities: Chewalla Lake Recreation Area has swimming areas and playground facilities. A visitor mentioned, "There is a swimming beach" and another noted the "paved trail that passes by a picnic pavilion and playground."
Consider golf cart rental: Serendipity Resort offers golf carts for easier mobility. A reviewer noted, "The only problem is the only handicapped accessible shower is in this shower house and they don't allow you to drive there unless you have a golf cart. And they do rent golf carts for $50 a day."
Check water park pricing: Water features at Serendipity have additional fees. A camper explained, "The water park is a $20 charge a piece on the first day and goes down to $10 a day for the rest of your stay. Be advised you will be charged whether you are going in the water or not."
Tips from RVers
Access challenges: Cross City RV Park has entrance concerns for some vehicles. A reviewer noted, "Driveway is a bit steep pulling in and out. I did not have a problem with a 36' TT but a low sitting RV with a long rear overhang may have trouble getting in/out without scraping."
Site leveling requirements: Some campgrounds require additional equipment. At Pickwick Dam Campground, one camper mentioned, "Our Super C Class did require more blocks for leveling in the front on Site 6. However, it was a very nice site with plenty of privacy."
Cell service information: Coverage varies between providers. At Pickwick Dam, a camper reported, "Three bar Verizon service" while another at Cross City confirmed, "We got two bars on Verizon and a clear shot north for Starlink."
Campsite spacing considerations: At Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing, a reviewer appreciated, "plenty of room between campsites," while at Serendipity Resort, campers noted sites are "quite close together" with one camper explaining they "would have been billboarded" if adjacent sites were occupied.
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