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The hosts were extremely helpful and accommodating. Very clean and well maintained, little campground. Would stay again on a heartbeat.
RV Camping near Byrdstown, TN
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RV campgrounds near Byrdstown offer practical options for motorhome travelers, from compact parks with full hookups to sites sized for big rigs. Maple Hill RV Park & Cabins in Jamestown features 26 sites with full hookups, including 50-amp electrical service and water connections. McDermit RV Park offers 15 RV sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups in a compact setting. Several parks accommodate larger vehicles, with Owl Hollow Retreat RV Park providing pull-through rv pads on spacious sites with 50-amp electrical service. Most RV sites have gravel pads requiring minimal leveling for comfortable setup. "I had to use 2 yellow flat blocks on site 1. Sites were fairly level," noted one camper about a nearby RV resort.
Navigation to certain campgrounds requires attention to road conditions, particularly when approaching from mountainous terrain. Several parks report limited cell service coverage, with Verizon typically providing better reception than other carriers. Dump stations are available at McDermit RV Park and Maple Hill RV Campground, though some smaller parks may not offer this amenity. Campgrounds in the region typically remain open year-round, though amenities like pools and camp stores operate seasonally. Big rig spots can be limited during peak summer months, especially at parks near Dale Hollow Lake. Most RV parks enforce pet policies allowing leashed dogs but restricting certain breeds and requiring cleanup. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, travelers should check site dimensions carefully when booking, as "many of the sites are short, so not all are big rig friendly."
Best RV Campgrounds near Byrdstown (117)
1. McDermit RV Park
"It has nice amenities and the owners live on site which is good. The sites are large and the one I had offered privacy. I'd stay again. Very pretty and close to Dale Hollow Lake."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $75 / night
2. Maple Hill RV Park & Cabins
"Maple Hill campground is a great place to stay,safe,quite, family-friendly very clean.The owners are amazing here!!! Thank u guys for a great stay !"
Check Availabilityfrom $35 / night
3. Holmes Bend
"The campgrounds was exceptional in quite setting , playground for the grandkids, near Green River lake, must have Ky temporary license to fish, boating, cabins rental, natural trails, campground has"
"Playgrounds are cleaned everyday. Walking around you will find wildlife. Lots of deer and turtles and birds. The beach is great and right next to the marina."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $36 / night
4. Owl Hollow Retreat RV Park
"Several places to put our kayaks in the water near here. Fresh farm eggs too!!!!"
5. Wilson Creek Recreation Area
"This is a very small gravel/dirt lot in a valley in the woods along a creek near the Green River Lake. Beautiful wooded area with a small intermittent stream that runs beside the sites."
"years was there last week for 5 days there are 5 camps sites out house type toilets and trash cans all get cleaned daily when it gets hot u may wanna bring airfreshner to the toilets there is a picnic table"
6. Pikes Ridge - Green River Lake
"Nearby there are historic sites and lots of hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking at Green River Lake State Park.** Yay: nice big campsites
**Nay: All the RV sites are extremely open so there"
"Staff as always been very friendly, sites are very spacious, there are trails for hiking, a playground and a beach."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $36 / night
7. Old Chimney RV Park
"FHU and good WiFi throughout the grounds. Limited shaded sites. No showers or bathrooms."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $39 - $50 / night
8. Brooks Corner Campground & RV Park
"Very nice quiet, rural campground with full hookups and wifi and General Store/Cafe walkable M-SA 11-5pm. It is very quiet and very dark."
"It is right behind the Brooks store and less than a mile from Rugby. Both the store and town are a step back in history."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $30 / night
9. Out to Pasture RV Campground
"Lovely 5 site park on the family farm. 30/50 amp water and sewer. Exrtremly quite park Enjoyed our stay. Debbie and Ernie were wonderful to work with. Had a cloudy night so didnt get to see sunset."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $65 / night
10. Paradise on the Mountain RV Park
"They have a hand built fireplace under a large overhang near the office. Great space for grilling or hanging out. Surround sound speakers play music for your enjoyment on the patio."
"We are a week into a month long stay and I can’t say enough great things about this park. It’s close to restaurants and shopping, and many places to hike."
Check AvailabilityAvailable next weekend
from $55 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from Bowling Green, KY
- 1 hr 51 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 57 min from Knoxville, TN
- 2 hrs 1 min from Elizabethtown, KY
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RV Park Reviews near Byrdstown, TN
574 Reviews of 117 Byrdstown Campgrounds
MickandKarla W.
LegendWhispering Falls RV Park
Great Customer Service and a Walk to Burgess Falls
We originally reserved three nights at Whispering Falls RV Park but changed our plans to an overnight stay with only 24 hours' notice. The staff was very accommodating and changed our reservation without any fees. On travel day, we called to see if we could arrive early since check-in wasn't until 3:00 PM. Again, no problem! Awesome customer service. We followed RV Life Trip Wizard GPS along with the directions in our confirmation email, which accounted for a detour due to construction of the new Burgess Falls State Park visitor center. The drive took us along country roads that we wouldn't want to navigate after dark. Check-in was simple, and we entered the gate code and proceeded to back-in site 7. We were impressed with the newer campsites featuring pavers and long pads. Utilities were conveniently placed, making hookups easy. Water pressure was decent at around 45 psi. Campground (CG) WiFi was pretty good at 20.5 Mbps download. We received one bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile, but our T-Mobile Home Internet was unusable, so we set up Starlink. Mature trees surrounded the CG perimeter but didn't cause us any satellite reception issues. Sites were decently spaced, with sites 9 and 10 looking like great choices for those traveling together. There were quite a few seasonal or permanent campers, but their sites were very well maintained. The CG also had a good-sized, unfenced dog area. One nice feature was being able to hear the falls from sites toward the back of the CG. We especially enjoyed being able to walk directly from our campsite into Burgess Falls State Park and access the trails leading to the falls to include bringing our dog on a leash. The store, which also serves as the check-in location, offered fast food, beer, and basic grocery items. Between the excellent customer service, well-maintained sites, and convenient access to the state park, we would definitely stay here again!
Thomas B.
RangerOliver Family Farm
The hosts, Kent and Lisa, were extremely friendly and accommodating. This is a private lot beside their pole barn on level concrete. It fit my 30ft TT perfectly. You'll enjoy time with the horses, chickens, and cows. Great sunsets and sunrises, but better people. Felt like a bed and breakfast but you sleep in your own bed. And just about 30 minutes to Mammoth Cave.
Mark 'Tony' Z.
TravelerObey River Park
Nasty Water
The lakes are way low, so our lakeside campsite was not really. With no flow, the lake stunk and had a slimey feel. Too many motors to paddle, too loud, no privacy. I’ll not visit this one again.
- LLinwood S.Scout
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park Cabins & Cottages
Cumberland Falls ST Park Clifty Tent Camping
Most of the camp sites on the Clifty side are small and right on top of each other, except one- T-49. T-49 is off by itself and its big and private. There is a trail head (12) right next to the site, which was great. Its about a 1.5 mile hike, moderately difficult. This site is also not too far from the bathrooms, which were very clean. You can fill up a water can in the bathroom. We have At&t and had no service at the camp site. Lastly, there is plenty of fire wood at the site if you're willing to process it. So long as it has not rained recently, no need to buy fire wood. 5 stars for sure!
Mary D.
GuideCumberland Mountain State Park Campground
4th Time Here
This 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!
- jjeanne A.Guide
Davy Crockett Campground
Too expensive for a night
This looks like a nice campground, but I just needed to sleep. I asked for the least expensive site and was told $70. The WiFi didn't even work. Under new ownership and was told it would be getting better. They claim to be the friendliest dog RV Park in America, but they don't even have a dog park so I don't know why they think they're the best.
Eric Y.GuideCumberland Mountain State Park Campground
Nice campground.
Level paved spot, partial shade (site 140), quiet, sites not too close together, cooler evenings than LA (lower AL). Nice staff. Not crowded.
- CChristopher M.Guide
Green River Lake State Park Campground
Just passing through
A beautiful well maintained state park. Would have got 5 stars but no electricity at sites due to flooding and the warnings online made it sound like it was just a few sites affected but we had a generator so it all worked out definitely worth a visit
Guide to Byrdstown
Camping sites near Byrdstown, Tennessee offer convenient access to Dale Hollow Lake, with elevations ranging from 600-900 feet providing moderate temperatures even in summer. The region sits at the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau, where camp settings range from wooded lakeside plots to open fields with mountain views. Sites typically remain drier than other Tennessee camping regions due to the area's unique geographic positioning and limestone bedrock.
What to do
Hiking accessible trails: Wilson Creek Recreation Area features multiple hiking trails converted from old four-wheeler paths. "The old 4 wheeler trails now make good hiking trails and cool off at the gravel beach at the end of the road," notes Kenny P.
Fishing opportunities: Holmes Bend provides excellent fishing access with proper licensing. "Great campground with over 100+ sites... The best are the hiking trails. It's a short drive or walk thru the woods to trail head. Fishers bend has over 5 miles of trails," shares Kenny P., while another camper mentions "must have Ky temporary license to fish."
Kayaking launch points: Owl Hollow Retreat RV Park offers easy water access for paddlers. "Several places to put our kayaks in the water near here. Fresh farm eggs too!!!!" mentions Charity in her review, highlighting the combination of recreation and local treats.
What campers like
Night sky viewing: The remote location of many Byrdstown area campgrounds creates exceptional stargazing conditions. At Brooks Corner Campground & RV Park, "Star view on a clear night is awesome due to the lack of nearby city lights," reports Jason K.
Quiet camping atmosphere: Smaller campgrounds provide peaceful environments away from crowds. "There are about 6 campsites along a stream with two pit toilets. It's a short walk to the lake which is pretty and has a lot of fish who were jumping the evening I was there," writes Leandra P. about Wilson Creek's intimate setting.
Clean facilities: Paradise on the Mountain RV Park receives consistent praise for maintenance. "The bathhouse is amazing!! I've stayed at many campgrounds and I think this is the cleanest bathhouse I've ever seen," reports Sara E., while another camper notes "The bathrooms are spectacular and sparkling clean."
What you should know
Cell service variations: While the existing description notes Verizon coverage, AT&T also performs well in certain areas. "Cell service Verizon & AT&T Service 3 bars depending above or below hill in camping area," reports Ron B. from Holmes Bend.
Water quality concerns: Some rv sites near Byrdstown, Tennessee may have inconsistent water quality. At Maple Hill RV Park & Cabins, one camper reported, "My biggest issue with this place was the water... it became evident that whatever water is being pumped into their system isn't good... When we unhooked and sprayed out our filter, it was filled with filthy gunk."
Limited amenities at primitive sites: Wilson Creek Recreation Area offers basic facilities only. "Primitive campground that sits in the middle of the old ORV area," notes Kenny P., while Theresa R. advises "bring fire wood and plenty of water... There is a picnic table and a place to build a fire. Wood in the forest woods is very limited most has been taken."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some campgrounds near Byrdstown feature dedicated children's areas. Paradise on the Mountain RV Park has "an adorable playground for the kids. Rumor says there is possibly a splash pad coming soon," mentions Jessica D.
Swimming options: Pikes Ridge - Green River Lake offers water access for family recreation. "There are trails for hiking, a playground and a beach," notes John, providing multiple activity options for children.
Site selection for shade: When camping with children, prioritize shaded areas during summer months. "Only negatives are no showers and not much shade unless you get a site on the edge of the woods," advises John about Pikes Ridge, highlighting the importance of strategic site selection for family comfort.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: When selecting rv sites near Byrdstown, prepare for some minor leveling work. At Paradise on the Mountain RV Park, one reviewer noted "Only poor thing I can say is that the spots are not level. But otherwise this place is a 9.5/10!"
RV park amenities: For those seeking modern conveniences, McDermit RV Park offers desirable features. "I was visiting some friends in the area and found this new RV park. It has nice amenities and the owners live on site which is good. The sites are large and the one I had offered privacy," shares Beth K.
Pull-through accessibility: RV sites vary in size and configuration throughout the region. Old Chimney RV Park provides "FHU and good WiFi throughout the grounds. Limited shaded sites. No showers or bathrooms," according to Paul M., who also notes "All spots are pull through, gravel, and neatly set up."
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