Best Tent Camping near Dresden, TN

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Best Tent Sites Near Dresden, TN (18)

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Recent Tent Reviews in Dresden

298 Reviews of 18 Dresden Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground
    Nov. 14, 2024

    Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground

    Not What We Were Expecting

    We found this highly rated campground (CG) while looking for a different route back to our home base and wanted to check it out. We followed our RV GPS north on TN-22 to the CG, which is about a mile and a half past I-40. We checked in and was then escorted to pull through site 12 with FHUs. It is a narrow road and a 90 degree turn into the site. Because of the slight incline on the side of the site, you can't really go wide. We had to maneuver several times so we could get straight on the site and get our sewer lined up. We also had to make sure our steps could come out on the small deck. We would have positioned again so we didn’t have to get out 25’ of sewer hose to dump our back tank, but there’s a ditch in front of the site that would prevent an easy back in to hitch back up. We soon found out the site is not level and had to put leveling blocks under our door side wheels as they were off the ground after auto level. Disclaimer here as not all sites in this CG are the same and some are quite nice with room between them. We were here for two days and placed in the row where they place shorter rigs for overnighters. The sites are cut into a hill and are very close together. These sites have a small deck with most having a patio table and two chairs. Site 12 has a picnic table, which in our opinion was to too large for the space. There is also a several foot drop off that if you are not very careful could cause harm(not safe). The site was not long enough for our 40’ 5th wheel plus F450 and we were instructed to park across the road. There’s a fire pit in these very narrow sites. The truck parked in the site next to us was too close to safely enjoy a fire in the tiny sliver of lawn with the fire pit. During our briefing after being escorted to our site, we were told to use a reducer as their water pressure is high. They claim to have good internet and the speed test and usage confirms the internet here is good. We were able to get a clear shot north for Starlink. The CG does have mature trees in and around some of the sites. They have cable but we didn’t use it. We got 4 bars on Verizon. As we and others were setting up, the staff rides around in golf carts and stops by to check on you. While a nice touch, commenting“you look perplexed” and nothing more as I was finishing putting out 25’ of sewer hose was not helpful nor necessary. There are nice amenities here to include the big pond area. There are four washers($2.75) and four dryers($.25 for 10 minutes and$1.00 got our load dry). There is one additional dryer for dog bedding only. As we were here for a couple of days, we wish we had a better site versus site 12 that other reviewers had mentioned had issues. When we asked how we could get into one of the sites in the 29- 35 area, which had plenty of open sites during our stay, we were told those were for big rigs 40' and over. We reminded them we were a 40' rig. Had we been placed in the 30s area, our review may have been better.

  • Jeff F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Paris Landing State Park Campground
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Paris Landing State Park Campground

    Close to marina

    Close to the marina it's a hard walk uphill both ways to the bathroom but they are very nice and well kept. Big open areas for children to play overall very good state park campground

  • Abraham The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ginger Bay Basic Camping Area
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Ginger Bay Basic Camping Area

    Nice spot on the water

    A few sites at a boat launch area.

    One large site before the main turnaround point and a couple by the water.

    Not a ton of space.

    4x4 or awd may come in handy leaving the sites (going back up the gravel hill)

  • Melissa C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Piney Campground
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Piney Campground

    Beautiful Modern Campground with lots of activities

    Piney Campground is part of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. It is wildly popular among locals and travelers alike. Lots to do for kids - bike paths, basketball court, multiple playgrounds, etc. Beautiful views of Kentucky Lake/Tennessee River, nice campground store.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Aurora Oaks Campground
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Aurora Oaks Campground

    Nice, quiet and clean

    We stayed here in our tent. The lady who checked us in was exceptionally nice and the campsites were clean quiet and shady. The restrooms were spick and span. We would certainly stay here again.

  • Beth LeVar L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pin Oak Campground — Natchez Trace State Park
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Pin Oak Campground — Natchez Trace State Park

    Clean Shower House and Personable Hosts

    This campground has become our favorite. The campground is amazing, the bathrooms are cleaned everyday on weekends and every other day during the week. Completely cleaned!

    The site has 77 sites full hook-up with sewage. Every site has grill, fire pit, table and lantern hook. We were #38 it was easy to back into and pretty level. The campground also have small cabins with bunk beds to rent. There is no indoor water just beds, electric and air for a great price. There is a small swimming area too at Pin Oak.

    There are a few lakes in the area. Pin Oak is the only motor lake. Cub lake has a larger swim area with paddle boat, Jon boat and kayak rentals. The rentals are only weekends. Browns Creek Lake also has honest system rentals of Jon boat but for fishing purposes only and you have to pay for a lake permit.

    The park is great! Lexington is close for quick runs for anything you need. We loved this park so much we may be changing our family BBQ to this park next year.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Redd Hollow
    May. 7, 2024

    Redd Hollow

    Clean, quiet, beautiful

    Stayed 2 nights. Nearly empty, but we’ll kept camp. Best sunsets!!! Lake is beautiful. Many many lakeside spots. Lots of room.

  • Angela C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pin Oak Campground — Natchez Trace State Park
    Mar. 31, 2024

    Pin Oak Campground — Natchez Trace State Park

    Overnight at Oak Campground

    We stayed one night at the Oak Campground. We drove straight to our site (per the Visitor Center’s instruction) - it’s about 15 minutes off I-40. The site was in great shape, there was wood left for us, and the bathhouses were super clean. The campground landscape is rolling hills so everyone has a different view of the lake. Our kids enjoyed riding their bikes and playing on the small beach. There was a playground for smaller kids and several people were fishing and boating. The campsites are not super private, but they are nicely spaced, everyone was pleasant and it was quiet in the evening. Lots of folks w pups, but they were all leashed or fenced. The lodge was over a mile away so we didn’t make it over there and if you are looking for amenities, there really aren’t any. There are other campgrounds in the Park, as well as a Visitor Center. For a nice and reasonably priced overnight, I would strongly recommend.

  • Randy S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Redd Hollow Campground
    Dec. 9, 2023

    Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Redd Hollow Campground

    Great dispersed campground

    Great dispersed campground. Approx 1-1/2 miles off the highway down a one lane gravel road. Approx 30 sites. Sites are gravel and pretty level. At least half of the sites have a view of the lake. All sites have fire rings and picnic tables. Definitely would like to go back and camp there again. Were there with a 26 foot towable.

  • Kyle D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Milan City RV Park
    Nov. 13, 2023

    Milan City RV Park

    Lot of night activity

    Nice park, good facilities, but no shower. The description said there was a 'bathhouse', I assumed it had a shower.
    There was a lot of traffic late at night with people parking and staying in their cars for about an hour and a truck that visited each one, not sure what was happening \-:
    There's a highway next to the park with trucks occasionally engine braking.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Cub Lake Campground #2 — Natchez Trace State Park
    Oct. 6, 2023

    Cub Lake Campground #2 — Natchez Trace State Park

    Nice and secluded spot for tent camping

    My family and I took a little trip over fall break to tent camp. We stayed in the Cub Lake area in campground 2, which is their primitive campground. There were a few other campers already there in the campground, but we still felt very secluded which was nice. The campground itself is absolutely beautiful and there is plenty to do. Very family friendly as they have a few nice playgrounds for our little ones.

    My one complaint, which turned out to be a pretty big hurdle, revolves around firewood. The check in time for campsites is 4 PM and we were there around that time. On the website when you book it mentions not bringing in any firewood from outside the park, which is understandable, but that wood is available inside. The camp store was closed the entire time we were there (We stayed Tuesday and Wednesday), and our campsite host was not available in the times listed either. We knocked on their RV door and called and left a message and never heard back, which left us trying to scramble and salvage dead drop wood for our fires.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from South Campground — Reelfoot Lake State Park
    Aug. 7, 2023

    South Campground — Reelfoot Lake State Park

    Beautiful Location

    Site 17

    Location : perfect location if you’re wanting a good view of the water. Brush is cleared behind this site making it a clear view to the water / sunset. The sunset is breathtaking. Directly across from the bathrooms, laundry, & dumpster. Paved site. Fire pit. Tree located right in front of the spot, would only be a problem of putting out an awning.

    Bathrooms : Shockingly clean! Large bathrooms. Laundry area located in the same building. Dumpster outside of the building.

    Cons : I can’t even explain the amount of mosquitoes at this site - of course because you’re directly on the water, but the mosquitoes are insane. We had trouble locating the campground by the address on the reservation. We ended up finding it by putting in Blue Bank Resort which is located right next door.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pin Oak Campground — Natchez Trace State Park
    Aug. 2, 2023

    Pin Oak Campground — Natchez Trace State Park

    Huge park

    This is a very big park with multiple types of camping options and also a lodge with a restaurant. Lots of great fishing and boating spots. There’s a few beaches for swimming and multiple playgrounds for the little ones. Check it is super easy, you just drive up to your site. The RV sites had plenty of room and were very well maintained. We met the camp host to buy firewood and he was really nice and accommodating.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cub Lake Campground #1 — Natchez Trace State Park
    Aug. 1, 2023

    Cub Lake Campground #1 — Natchez Trace State Park

    Cute little weekend getaway

    We stayed at cub lake site 19 & 20. Cute campsites that were right by the bath house and walking distance to the lake. Lots of activities going on all weekend. We have a 24fter and had a teeny bit of issues getting her out of there, but not by much. Full hookups at other sites we drove through but just water and electric at ours. Would come back again!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverview MDC Donaldson Point
    Jul. 29, 2023

    Riverview MDC Donaldson Point

    Gorgeous views

    Gorgeous views of the Mississippi River. It was a little sketch getting here but super easy. One lane dirt road but room to move over if need be. I just got here, so we'll see how the night fares 😆 might review more later.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Santa's Woods
    Jul. 20, 2023

    Santa's Woods

    Setup camp along or in the forests

    Jake from the Dyrt here!  Santa's Woods is full of large trees and trails, he welcomes you to find the spot that calls to you for your camping adventure.  Check them out and make sure to share your trip on the Dyrt!

  • Emily S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakefront Campground — Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
    Jun. 30, 2023

    Lakefront Campground — Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park

    Kind staff, water access, poorly maintained

    The woman at check-in was very kind and helpful! When I got to the campsite, however, it was disappointing. The fire ring was full of cigarette butts, there was a decaying fish in between my site and the shore, and the bathroom smelled strongly of cigarettes. I was able to kayak right from my site, which was very nice! I would warn against the lakeside sites because there was a foul smell coming from the water at night for some reason.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground
    Jun. 29, 2023

    Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground

    Beautiful, organized and very very clean!

    So well design, it is the perfect campground organization. It is very well maintain which makes it beautiful. I am almost sure I am the first person to ever use the bathroom, it was that clean. The sites are without privacy, but it made for great new conversation and new connections. We highly recommend it and we will return.

  • justin F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Campground — Reelfoot Lake State Park
    May. 31, 2023

    South Campground — Reelfoot Lake State Park

    Great stay

    Stayed for the night on the south campground and it was excellent. Lots of friendly people with locals and travelers alike . Only downside was the massive amount of gnats and mosquitos by the lake sites. Bring your mosquito repellent and don’t let them take away the great experience you can have here! :)

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    Camper-submitted photo from Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground
    May. 20, 2023

    Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground

    Was refused a site based on my vehicle

    I called to make a reservation as I was driving through. Informed her that I had a F-350 with the camper shell on the back which I've used to Camp cross country. Was informed that they didn't do car camping and that I would have to have a RV or I was not welcome. Could have done without the elitist attitude not all of us get to travel in an RV.



Guide to Dresden

Tent camping near Dresden, Tennessee offers a variety of scenic spots for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. With options ranging from private woods to public parks, there's something for everyone.

Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $20

Tent campers should check out local activities

Unique features of the campgrounds

  • Gatlin Point Self-Service Campground is well-reviewed for its clean facilities, including picnic tables and fire pits, making it a great choice for families.
  • The Redd Hollow Campground features improved campsites with fire rings and picnic tables, all while providing beautiful views of the lake.
  • For those looking for a more rustic experience, Forest Service Rd 343 offers secluded spots right by the water, perfect for a quiet retreat.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Dresden, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Dresden, TN is Ginger Bay Basic Camping Area with a 4.4-star rating from 7 reviews.

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