RV camping near Chapel Hill, Tennessee provides convenient access to central Tennessee's rolling hills and waterways. Sites in this region sit at elevations between 650-850 feet in an area where the Duck River winds through limestone countryside. Most campgrounds remain open year-round with peak occupancy during April through October when daytime temperatures range from 70-90°F.
What to do
Kayaking and fishing on Duck River: River Road RV Park & Horse Camp sits just 5 minutes from Duck River access points. "Duck River is just 5 minutes away, and Henry Horton State Park is close by—great for fishing, hiking, or kayaking," notes Christie B.
Amish community tours: Heritage Campground and RV Park in nearby Ethridge serves as a base for exploring local Amish farms. "We visited some amish farms close by and found all kinds of stuff! Their candy is so good!!!" shares Donald S., who enjoyed watching "amish buggies drive by" during his stay.
Swimming and cliff jumping: Piney River Resort offers direct river access for cooling off. "The water is crystal clear and cold. We sat in beach chairs and let the current wash over us. The swimming hole was great! We loved watching the younger crowd jump off the cliff into the water," writes Elizabeth S.
What campers like
Well-maintained concrete pads: Four Corners RV Resort offers level sites with full hookups near Percy Priest Lake. "The resort grounds are new with level concrete pads... Excellent WIFI connectivity pretty much everywhere," notes Josh K., who stayed on the East Loop.
Campground activities: Campers RV Park features organized recreation options for guests. "Activities everywhere! There are pavilions and out buildings setup with games, hammocks, and all kinds of fun family-friendly things to see and do," reports Tyler F.
Peaceful waterfront sites: Many campers appreciate riverside camping options. "We chose a site along the beautiful Piney River with full hook-ups, level cement pad, pavilion with lights and ceiling fan, kind neighbors and the wonderful sounds of silence," shares Tony D. about his experience at Piney River Resort.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly between campgrounds. At River Road RV Park, one camper reported: "No service for TMobile and almost none for Verizon (was told at&t works, but I can't verify)." Plan accordingly if remote work is necessary.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds require navigating narrow country roads. "The drive in from the highway was very scary on narrow, windy roads with dropoffs on the side. We took the staff recommended route in and Co-Pilot's route out and both were scary in our Class A towing a car hauler," cautions Pat&Amanda D.
Weather and insects: Lakefront properties can have seasonal pest issues. At Four Corners RV Resort, Chris L. warns: "MOSQUITOS! The first and last night we stayed the mosquitos were so bad we couldn't be outside. There were two nights in between that it was tolerable."
Tips for camping with families
Entertainment options: Several campgrounds offer kid-friendly amenities. Jessica L. describes Campers RV Park: "There is a playground, hammock hut, and game area for the kids to stay entertained."
Swimming areas: Water access varies by location. At Piney River Resort, Elizabeth S. appreciated that "the water is crystal clear and cold" with "the swimming hole" offering enjoyable recreation.
Resort facilities: Some properties offer expanded amenities. Nashville RV and Cabins Resort provides "large sites with awesome pool and play areas for kiddos," according to Steven F.
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: For Grand Ole RV Resort & Market, Jen O. advises: "We stayed for 2 weeks over Christmas/New Year's and shared a buddy site with my dad... We have a 40' motorhome and flat tow a Jeep and he has a 5th Wheel and had 2 vehicles there. We all still had plenty of space."
Utilities and hookups: Most parks offer complete services but with variations. Bill P. notes that Campers RV Park provides "Good pull thru sites with full hook ups. 50/30 amp power, water and sewer. Good recreation areas. Good dog walks. Good Wi-Fi."
Noise factors: Some campgrounds have ambient noise to consider. Jeff P. reports: "Only downfall are the trains that operate 24/7 directly adjacent to the grounds. Trains rolling by at 3 am is not how I like to spend my night."
