3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks around Dickson provide full hookup access for motorhomes and travel trailers. Piney River Resort offers 114 RV sites with 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections on concrete pads. Nashville North KOA maintains 95 full-service sites available year-round with big-rig access and 50-amp power. RJourney Clarksville RV Resort features 67 year-round sites with both 30- and 50-amp hookup options for larger motorhomes. Grand Ole RV Resort & Market provides spacious pull-through sites with full hookups on small pebble surfaces that accommodate larger rigs. "The roads and campsites are made of small pebbles, which made it easy to drive and back in," noted one visitor.
Within 30 miles of Dickson, RV travelers should prepare for varying site conditions and amenities. Many parks offer propane filling stations, sanitary dump services, and clean bathhouse facilities with key-code access. Cell service quality fluctuates between parks, with visitors reporting better connectivity at locations closer to Nashville than at more remote resorts. Highway noise affects some properties near I-24 and I-40, while riverside locations provide quieter settings. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, some parks have tight spacing between sites, particularly in central areas, with outer perimeter spots often providing more room and shade. Pet-friendly policies are standard at most area RV parks, with designated dog walking areas and waste stations available at larger resorts.
"I have a large motorhome and pulling a long enclosed trailer."
"The main campground is typical for RV resorts, sites pretty close together and in the open, but the sites along the river, where we were(site 1), all have concrete pads, are reasonably spaced and right"
from $69 - $95 / night
"Nashville North KOA is a well developed park with large level sites. It has conveinient access to I65 and Highway 31W. They have 30/50amp full service hookups and Cabins."
"Not super impressed with the grounds and the noise level, but everything else is great. The highway is really noisy, and the spot we got was full of really harsh gravel and rocks."
"They will escort you, but we easily proceeded by ourselves to pull through site 42 with FHUs. Site 42 is one of the CG’s favorite sites as its on the end of a row nearest the interstate."
"This park is made with the RVer in mind. All sites are pull through and not too close with tree coverage and greenery."
from $49 - $75 / night
"We stayed in the center of the park, which didn’t have much shade, but the outer edge sites seemed more wooded."
"The Grand Ole RV Resort is a nice park to stay in near all the fun and sightseeing of Nashville, Tennessee. The campground is very tidy and well-kept."
"Full hook ups. Senior discount. Will handle tents to big rigs. Beautiful lake view. Friendly people. Bath house nice and clean. Long nice drive back to campground cell services very weak."
"Has dog park and swimming pool and beach area ! Has laundry rooms and bath n shower houses heck ya !"
"This park is located on a peninsula on a lake close to Nashville. Almost every site has a view of the water on flat concrete big pads. Some sites, on higher land, are mostly long term residents."
"Sitting in a lake, the campground is a peninsula surrounded by water. Great views, super clean and very nice amenities. Saturday night they had a band and a Halloween celebration. Very safe."
"Has shuttle service to downtown for 10.00 great price. Very friendly staff."
"There’s no WOW to this RV park, but the people are nice and it provides a quiet and convenient location to stay in Nashville."
"We stayed here twice as our first stops leaving “home” when we started full-timing this summer. Both stays were quite, with plenty of things to explore around the property."
"Very close to the freeway. Great for overnight or extended stay. Nice pull through sites."
"I’m hesitant to write this review because this is our new close-to-home GO-TO camping spot and we don’t want it to get booked up. 😆 It is new, quiet, and extremely well-priced."
"Additionally, we were right next to one of the courtesy docks where our family members picked us up on their boat, enjoying the lake coves and scenery."
TravelerNow called Paradise Ridge. They have owned it for just over a year. There are 87 sites. Mostly long term parking but we got in for a night on our way out of Nashville. We paid $64.38 for one night. It was full hook up. Nice location from Nashville. Mail and UPS delivery. The only bummer is close to I-24. So if you can’t do some road noise you would not like it. The people that checked us in were very nice and helpful.
LegendWe followed RV Life Trip Wizard GPS and Waze off I-40 to Nashville Shores RV Resort without any issues. Check-in was quick, easy, and informative, and we headed to back-in site 7 with full hookups (FHUs). The concrete pad was level, with the water hookup located at the very back of the site. Water pressure was good at around 60 psi but dropped somewhat as the campground (CG) filled up over the weekend. We had 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile, with T-Mobile providing a respectable 108 Mbps download. We used our T-Mobile Home Internet, which delivered 126 Mbps, rather than Starlink. Although there were trees along the CG's perimeter, most sites appeared to have a reasonably clear view of the sky for satellite internet. Site spacing was okay, although neighboring RVs were still fairly close. Several sites were located along the lake, with a few appearing long enough to accommodate larger rigs. We suggest calling the office for details on reserving one of those waterfront sites. One of our favorite amenities was the large fenced dog run, with plenty of room to throw a ball and let our pup burn off some energy. We also appreciated having two fire pits at our site. One was behind our rig, providing a nice spot away from the CG road, while the other was near the front, next to a small concrete patio with a picnic table. Although the CG filled up during our mid-October weekend stay, the adjacent water park had closed for the season on October 1. Without the water park crowds and activity, we found Nashville Shores to be a very enjoyable place to stay."
GuideI liked this NPS free campground on the Natchez Trace. It is convenient to the Nashville Area and accessible by other nice highways, not just the Trace. The town of Hohenwald is just a couple of miles away.
There were many camping people on a Friday night in October from strictly tenters to fancy busses and everything in between (motorcycles, truck campers, suv campers, car campers etc). Everyone was respectful of others and quiet at night.
The grounds have lots of mature trees and the pads are in pretty good condition and fairly level. There are pull-throughs and back-ins. There is a central restroom, which I did not use.
ScoutThe bathrooms have Flushing toilets. No showers. No electrical hookups. A mix of tent camping and RV's. No fees. 14-day limit. Nice place to stay and rest.
GuideWe had such a nice stay. From the moment we arrived, we felt comfortable and welcomed. The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful, and the whole campground had a really nice, relaxed feel to it.
Our site was spacious and easy to get into, and we really appreciated how clean and well cared for everything was. After spending the day exploring Nashville, it was nice to come back to the campground, slow down and just enjoy the evening.
The location worked out great for us too. We were close enough to enjoy everything Nashville has to offer, but when we came back to the RV, it felt like we could get away from all the activity and relax.
One of the things we enjoy about RV travel is finding places that you actually look forward to coming back to at the end of the day, and this was definitely one of those places. We made some great memories here and would absolutely stay again the next time we’re in Nashville!
TravelerWe came here for our shake out of our new trailer as it’s only about 20 min from home and we could still go to work. We will probably come back when we just want to “get out of the house” for a few days.
The place is beautiful and if you want to be in the middle of nowhere, this is it! The grounds are easily walkable with a lot of open spaces. Saw a lot of wildlife so come in slow so you don’t hit a deer.
Do NOT come in from South Mount Juliet road. The turn onto Couchville Pike is tight for cars, let alone pulling a camper. Come in off of I-840 and you will be fine.
We got decent wifi and I did a video call without lag. Full hookups (50amp)
No on site staff that we saw other than grounds crew.
TravelerI called today (a week and a half in advance) for a reservation that I had booked recently. Our driving plans changed and I wanted to cancel and receive a refund. I was informed they have a 14 day policy. Apparently it is their policy, nothing was emailed or texted to me or verbally given. However if I don’t “ask,” it is apparently my problem. Okay touché. And well I realize this may be their policy, 14 days is ridiculous. They offered me a “camp credit and it’s good for 1 year.” 🤣😮💨 I told her we live in Arizona. And she says “okay.” Not even effort for a partial refund. Beware of the terrible customer service. This is completely unprofessional.
TravelerOnly here for an overnight but would definitely recommend. Huge sites. Very quiet. Clean campground. Host was very friendly.
TravelerReserved spot #19 for 1 night. The stay was very peaceful with friendly staff! The site itself was a bit rocky but that should be expected for primitive. A firepit and grill was provided with a less than 20 ft walk to the water through the trees. Would definitely book again for the price and convenience!!🤙
Percy Priest Lake and the Cumberland River basin shape the camping experience around Dickson, Tennessee. Most RV parks near Dickson sit between 450-650 feet elevation with summer temperatures typically ranging from 65-90°F. The area's limestone geology creates distinctive water clarity in local waterways, particularly noted at riverside camping areas where swimming spots feature visible rocky bottoms in depths up to 4 feet.
Water recreation opportunities: At Piney River Resort, visitors have direct access to the clear Piney River. "We enjoyed daily time sitting by the river while our kids play and swim," says one camper. The swimming hole allows cliff jumping for the adventurous, with another visitor noting, "We loved watching the younger crowd jump off the cliff into the water."
Fishing access: Fishing spots available within short walking distance at most area campgrounds. "Crystal clear and cold" water conditions as described by one visitor create good visibility for spotting fish, particularly in the mornings and evenings when lake traffic is reduced.
Nashville excursions: Several campgrounds provide shuttle services into Nashville for those wanting urban activities. A visitor at Nashville North mentioned, "We used their shuttle service into Nashville. There is a lot of traffic noise, but that didn't bother us as it may others."
Waterfront positioning: Campers consistently rate waterfront sites highest for their views and direct water access. A visitor at Elm Hill RV Resort noted, "Most sites are waterfront and have great sunrise views. The sites are level and have nice firepits."
Evening entertainment: Live music features at several campgrounds during peak season. "Live music every night was nice," reported one visitor at Grand Ole RV Resort & Market, while another added, "The entertainment for NYE was seriously the most fun we've had out in a while. Nothing says Nashville like live country music!"
Site assistance: Staff help with parking and setup impressed many first-time visitors. "A man even led us to our site in a golf cart and helped my fiancé back in and park our trailer, which was a huge help," noted one camper, reflecting a common practice at several parks around Dickson.
Site drainage concerns: Heavy rainfall can affect some camping areas. One visitor mentioned, "While our site was level, it does get a bit of flooding when it rains."
Railroad proximity: Train noise affects several parks in the region. A camper at Grand Ole RV Resort & Market reported, "Only downfall are the trains that operate 24/7 directly adjacent to the grounds. Trains rolling by at 3 am is not how I spend my night."
Cell service variability: Reception quality varies significantly across the region. At Thousand Trails Natchez Trace, a visitor reported, "I had absolutely no cell service through Verizon and my T-Mobile 5g internet had no reception either (even with a booster). Luckily, I was able to rely on my Starlink."
Bridge clearance issues: Some access roads have low clearance bridges. A reviewer warned, "Most importantly, there is a special way to get into this park. They have a low bridge right outside of their park that prevents you from getting here the easy way. The bridge is at 12ft if I remember correctly, it is too low for most 5th wheels and many class As."
Playground availability: Some campgrounds advertise playgrounds that are minimal. "They show a playset on their map and it was two regular swings and a baby swing. This was disappointing since we had little ones," reported one family at Grand Ole RV Resort & Market.
Kid-friendly water areas: Shallow entry points work best for families with small children. "Our girls enjoyed swimming, fishing, and kayaking," noted a visitor at Piney River Resort, adding it had "very peaceful campground right on the river!"
Management attitudes: Some parks cater more to adults than families. A parent staying at Four Corners RV Resort shared, "Bill doesn't like kids. He would prefer the camp to be 55+. Bill didn't like kids playing on the 'adult lounge swings'."
Site length verification: Some campgrounds list approximate measurements. "Be very cautious of the site lengths. Some are extremely short and I'd say the measurements are nearly exact. Since our site backed up to a drop off, there was a small fence so no way to 'hang over' the pad a little for extra room," advised one RVer.
Access road challenges: Approach routes can be challenging for larger rigs. A visitor to Piney River Resort cautioned, "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."
Traffic flow limitations: Site arrangement affects movement during busy periods. "The sites are very tight too. As mentioned above they are staggered so you still have the view, but it is pretty tight backing in. Also notable is when you are backing in you're blocking the entire road. The road is one way and there's not enough room to get around anyone. Makes for some traffic back ups during check in and check out."
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