Rock Island State Park Campground offers luxury camping accommodations with a variety of glamping options across its scenic setting. The campground features electric hookups, well-maintained facilities, and comfortable glamping setups that provide an elevated outdoor experience. According to a camper, "The park was clean. The bathrooms were clean. The only issue we had was leveling our camper." Spacious Skies Belle Ridge and Smooth Rapids Campground also provide glamping accommodations near Center Hill Lake, with amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and nearby hiking trails. These glamping resorts combine the comforts of home with immersive natural surroundings, offering canvas tent options and other upscale outdoor lodging.
Visitors to these glamping destinations can explore several waterfall hiking trails, swim in designated areas, and enjoy rock jumping spots throughout Rock Island State Park. One guest shared, "The falls and river are always amazing! The breezy mist from the Twin Falls makes for a great way to cool off quickly." Edgar Evins State Park Campground provides additional glamping opportunities with year-round availability. The area's glamping sites serve as excellent basecamps for experiencing Center Hill Lake's recreational activities, including kayaking, swimming, and hiking the Blue Hole trail. Most sites require reservations, and many locations sell firewood on-site for evening campfires. The region's combination of natural beauty and comfortable accommodations makes it ideal for luxury camping experiences throughout the year.
"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."
"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."
"This campground is very heavily wooded and overlooks Center Hill Lake. Most sites are on large wood decks built into the hillside that are robust enough to drive rvs onto."
"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."
"Affordable, walking distance to town and yet the grounds make you feel like you’re in a park far away from everything. Beautiful pines on property and lots of local hiking nearby."
"Smooth rapids is located right on the river, and right in the town of McMinnville."
from $15 - $85 / 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."
"We arrived at the park and were checked in at the museum entrance by the helpful and courteous staff. They really made us feel welcome. The campground setting is dense, lowland hardwood."
"This is a very nice little campground with water, electric, charcoal grill, and fire ring on site. Dump station near the office. Restrooms were modern and clean."
"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."
from $29 - $139 / night
"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."
"Clean Beautiful
Nature
Bird watching
Near waterfalls
Only 1 hour away from Nashville airport"
from $25 - $168 / night
from $65 - $299 / night
TravelerThe waterfalls are beautiful and relaxing. You can hike the high-easier trail (but tree roots are present) or the lower-harder trails and be a unprofessional rock climber right down to the falls. 2.5 mile hike if you go all the way around. We spent over 2.5 hours here. Bonus is that if you are not camping here... you can use the very very clean showers for $5!
TravelerEnjoyable place to stay, quiet nights. Very chill atmosphere. Would recommend.
GuideGreat bunch of people working there helped me out alot Sites were very tight I had to switch mine to just fit my camper 38 ft . The staff switched me to another spot
GuideThis 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!
GuideLoved the park. Waterfalls, hiking, nice campground, overall very nice stay. Turns were a little tight but made it okay. Dump station looks like it was designed by someone who’s never dumped an RV. The sewer spot was elevated (above my dump connection!), and required stupid tactics (fill hose, shut valve, dump hose contents, open valve, fill hose………).
ScoutEasy access and paved, back in spaces. Multiple hiking trails. Decent store at check-in. Little to do without car. Must drive to the old stone fort. Slow T-Mobile service.
GuideLevel paved spot, partial shade (site 140), quiet, sites not too close together, cooler evenings than LA (lower AL). Nice staff. Not crowded.
GuideCedars of Lebanon State Park • Lebanon, TN • Site 69 • water, electric, and dump station
This park is beautiful!! It is only 6 miles off the interstate. We only stayed one night (not even a full 24 hours) to visit the State Fair, but would love to come back for a weekend, especially to do one of the cave tours! They have a splash pad and all sorts of activities to do. The bathrooms were some of the cleanest I've seen.
Some of the sites were pretty tight. The picnic table was right outside our door and there was a tree blocking us from opening the awning all the way. There were other sites with plenty of room. The campground advertises wifi, but they were having issues.
I have T-mobile and it said 5G but I wasn't able to browse efficiently. My husband and brother have Comcast and Verizon and had service and were able to browse just fine.
GuideCame in later than expected but secondary station still open to register for a site.
Center Hill Lake sits approximately 1,050 feet above sea level in Tennessee's Eastern Highland Rim region. Located between Nashville and Knoxville, the reservoir stretches across nearly 18,000 acres with 415 miles of shoreline. Winter camping temperatures typically range from 25-45°F, while summer months average 70-90°F with high humidity.
Hiking to waterfalls: Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park offers several trails leading to multiple waterfalls. "The hiking trails are well maintained so hiking to the three waterfalls inside the park is a mild hike," shares Michael P. about Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park.
Kayaking on calm waters: The Duck River flows through several camping areas, providing excellent paddling opportunities. "We went kayaking on Fire lake small winding roads really a cool drive. Pretty lake with some islands & inlets. Nice day on the water," notes one visitor at Old Stone Fort.
Swimming in designated spots: Cool off during summer months at established swimming areas. "My kids loved playing at the playground. There was a cold snap that weekend, so we didn't feel like getting that wet," explains Jon S. from Rock Island State Park Campground.
Cave exploration: Cumberland Caverns is accessible from several nearby campgrounds. "We enjoyed a concert in the cavern. We will definitely go back!" writes Cheryl C. about activities near Rock Island State Park.
Platform camping sites: Edgar Evins State Park features unique elevated camping platforms. "We love the platform sites that are so spacious and private. Easy access to dump station and bath houses. Almost all sites have view of water," explains Betheny at Edgar Evins State Park Campground.
River accessibility: Many campers appreciate direct water access from their sites. "The campground is right on the river bank, but is also wooded. It's really great. The tent spots are outstanding, you can choose to be right on the water or in the trees," notes Lori H. at Smooth Rapids Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathroom facilities rank high with campers. "The bathrooms were super clean. Was able to get groceries and all I needed just 10 mins away," shares Jared about Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground.
Proximity to towns: Many campgrounds offer a balance of nature and convenience. "Located right on the river, and right in the town of McMinnville. Not far from several hiking areas, rock climbing spots, swimming holes and waterfalls," describes a Smooth Rapids visitor.
Seasonal considerations: Fall brings beautiful foliage and mild temperatures. "We stayed in November when the leaves were changing. Beautiful!" explains Nancy R. about Old Stone Fort State Park.
Site variability: Campground layouts vary significantly across the region. "Not all sites are completely level. There are many trees to provide separation and privacy, and sites are spaced a decent amount apart," notes Lee D. about Rock Island State Park.
Reservation requirements: Most popular sites fill quickly during peak seasons. "Reserve early because it seems the campground is always full," advises Gillian C. about Cedars of Lebanon State Park.
Terrain challenges: Some sites have challenging terrain for tent campers. "The sites were sloped a bit so we ended up sleeping in our hammocks, but that was lovely too," shares Emily W. about her Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground experience.
Look for parks with dedicated swimming areas: "The nearby swimming beach was great for the kids. Many short hiking options available. Make sure to visit the ranger station for a map and safety rules during water releases," advises Christy E. about Rock Island State Park.
Choose campgrounds with playgrounds: "We spent the weekend at the park in our 21' camper. My kids loved playing at the playground. The whole park was just really well kept," shares Jon S. about Rock Island State Park.
Consider organized activities: "Their halloween weekend is a great time of fun for the kids!" notes Justin L. about Cedars of Lebanon State Park campground.
Seek out ranger programs: "Very informative pontoon boat tour with a Park Ranger. Great lunch at the marina too!" shares Rosa B. about her experience at Edgar Evins State Park.
Check site lengths carefully: "While there are only a few spots that will accommodate a rig this large, it's worth the time to haunt the reservation system and snag one," advises Cheryl C., who visited Rock Island State Park in a 40-foot motorhome.
Be aware of entry challenges: "The entrance and exit is very narrow and steep even for our Sprinter motorhome, let alone something larger. Would not advise it!" warns Ron & Shirley H. about Spacious Skies Belle Ridge.
Look for level sites: "We had a concrete site in E-loop that allowed us to level with no trouble! The dogs enjoyed the huge field next to the sites," shares Charlene about Spacious Skies Belle Ridge.
Consider hookup options: "We didn't realize this when I reserved. They have great dump station but prefer to have that taken care of before we pull out," notes Betheny about the available sewer hookups at Rock Island State Park.
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