4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Montgomery Bell State Park Campground welcomes pets at all campsite types, including tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations. Dogs enjoy cooling off in the small creek that runs along the western edge of many campsites, with sites 80 and 81 offering particularly good creek access for pets. Several reviewers mentioned their German Shepherds and bulldogs appreciated the water access during warm weather visits. The park features 4,000 acres with multiple pet-friendly hiking trails, including the Ore Trail which provides elevation views above the campground. All sites require pets to remain on leash throughout the camping areas and trail system.
Campers report the park's picnic tables and fire rings at every pet-friendly site provide comfortable spaces for families with dogs. Site 78 offers a platform perfect for tent camping with pets, situated in a back corner for added privacy when traveling with animals. The park's roads provide good walking routes for dogs, though some sites are positioned quite close together which may create challenges for reactive dogs. Wildlife awareness is important as snakes have been spotted near the creek areas. The nearby town of Dickson offers pet supplies at Tractor Supply, Walmart, and other retailers approximately 10 minutes from the campground, ensuring pet owners can easily restock food or other necessities during their stay.
"Camping at the Wild Cat Backcountry site is AWESOME!! It's about a 1.7 mile hike which is not too bad!! Totally secluded and enjoyable!"
"Campground Review: Montgomery Bell State Park The Four Mile Campground is nestled in a hollow offering shade and creekage on one side plus several of the trailheads start nearby and you are close"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when available"The campground is nestled around the Piney River amongst in the middle of the forest. The campgrounds have future expansion projects lined up to add additional sites, a pool, and a pet area. "
"I had plenty of space to roam around in the river even while visiting during a peak time."
from $69 - $95 / night
"Nice and quiet, adequate shade during the day, and right next to the dog park! 5 bars of 5Ge on AT&T and the campground WiFi was good enough to get some work done."
"Family and pet friendly with plenty of walking space, playground and multiple fenced in areas for the dogs to play off leash. 20/30/50 amp power, water and sewer hookups at most sites."
"We hiked the Bicentennial Trail (13.3 miles long from start to finish) which was also shaded and with geocaches. We went with our 2 dogs and 2 kids."
"There is a walking trail, swim area, and Cheatham dam is close by. There are a few play grounds on the property. Do not come here if you want to do anything outside of camping."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $32 / night
"The facilities were well cared for and there are some nice hiking paths nearby. I only stayed 1 night as I was passing through but I would highly recommend."
"The person behind us parked his truck between his rig and ours. In front was a fire ring on a 12' wide patch of grass."
"Easy access to the River. Absolutely beautiful mornings with the fog over the water to look at while you sip your coffee. The sites are spaced well apart. No bad sites here."
"There are several recreation areas nearby to enjoy in addition to Harpeth."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 / night
"Bells Bend Park is close to the city but nature all around. Farmland with spots of woodland. Primitive camping , in the trees on a hill. Group only. There are some tables and some fire rings."
"No drive up. Pack it in, pack it out. Firewood provided. Call the outdoor center for availability. Campground is open year round."
from $10 - $11 / night
"The property is 12 minutes from downtown Nashville, making it a perfect Glamping location. Being close to great restaurants is definitely a plus."
"Whooping Crane Farm is located In such a great spot, just outside Nashville, it is easy to get to, but convenient to everything. The camp spot is fantastic!"
from $100 / night
"Paved roads, showers, playground, Big lake side sites wth shade. lots of space between the campsites. fire rings, picnic tables."
"The campsite was surrounded by trees and it was a quick walk to the lake. The bathroom and shower facilities were clean and had warm water."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $50 / night
"It is located within a loop of the Cumberland River, between two RV dealer/repair facilities and surrounded by two RV CGs- it’s a busy area."
"Highway noise is really bad but there’s not anything they can do about that. Close by restaurants and Camping World for any needed supplies."
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.
ScoutVery clean. Full hookup. Large pull through sites. No fire rings. Close to highway but didn’t hear a thing
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.
Montgomery Bell State Park offers pet-friendly camping on 4,000 acres with hiking trails and creek access. The park's camping areas include tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins, with multiple trails accessible directly from the campground. Several smaller creeks run through the property, providing natural cooling spots for dogs during warm months. The park maintains consistent leash rules throughout all common areas.
Kayaking on the Piney River: Visitors at Piney River Resort can enjoy water activities directly from the campground. The river offers clear water perfect for paddling. "Kayaking the piney river is a must," notes Dawn C., while another camper mentioned, "We enjoyed swimming, fishing, and kayaking."
Hiking the Bicentennial Trail: Located near Lock A Campground, this 13.3-mile trail runs through shaded areas and features geocaching opportunities. "We hiked the Bicentennial Trail which was also shaded and with geocaches. We went with our 2 dogs and 2 kids," shares Ines M. The trail connects to the Ashland City Rails to Trails network.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds provide fishing access on the Cumberland River or local lakes. At Lock A, campers can fish directly from their sites. "The site was within a quarter inch of level and was a concrete pad... It's pretty cool watching the big barges move up and down the river during the day," notes Guy M. Many waterfront sites allow direct water access for bank fishing.
Spacious waterfront sites: Harpeth River Bridge Campground features concrete pads with water and electric hookups. "It's a beautiful find. Small with only 15 sites but they are all concrete level pads. Easy access to the River. Absolutely beautiful mornings with the fog over the water to look at while you sip your coffee," writes Rona S.
Quiet camping environment: For those seeking a peaceful retreat with pets, several campgrounds offer more secluded options. "Whooping Crane Farm is a private glamping site... The property is 12 minutes from downtown Nashville, making it a perfect Glamping location. The site is gated and right on the river, so the only traffic you have to worry about are the barges," notes Nate H.
Wildlife viewing: The natural setting provides opportunities to observe local fauna. "Deer, Blue Herons, and Squirrels are abundant," mentions Abby C. when describing her stay at Lock A Campground. Wildlife awareness remains important, especially during dawn and dusk hours when animals are most active.
Reservation timing matters: Many campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. "Make your reservations early!! Beautiful area lakes, groomed trails, nice hosts - highly recommend," advises Andrea R. about Montgomery Bell State Park. Some Corps of Engineers sites like Seven Points can be booked six months in advance.
Road conditions vary: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. At Piney River Resort, "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," warns Pat&Amanda D.
Weather considerations: Tennessee's climate brings high humidity in summer months, making waterfront sites preferred. "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.
Choose campgrounds with recreation areas: Nashville KOA Resort provides multiple family-friendly amenities. "The amenities are top notch. Clean restrooms showers. Friendly staff," notes Shelly. The campground includes a pool, playground, and organized activities for children.
Creek access for kids: Several campgrounds feature shallow water areas perfect for younger campers. "The camp spot is fantastic! Right on the Cumberland River, the spot is very secluded, and plenty of space for a group," writes Lori H. about Whooping Crane Farm, adding that "children can wade in the creek all day, why parents enjoy sitting outside under all the shade trees."
Playground availability: Campgrounds with play structures provide additional entertainment for families with pets. "Large sandy children's playground. Adequate bathhouse. Extra parking for boats and jet skis. Well lit at night," describes Abby C. when sharing her experience at Lock A Campground.
Site leveling considerations: Most campgrounds near Fairview offer level sites, but preparation remains important. At Tanbark Campground, "Level enough that I didn't unhook, just lowered jacks for stabilization... We had more than enough room for a 36' 5th wheel with 3 slideouts, a cargo carrier on the back, tow vehicle (which I didn't have to unhook) and a second vehicle," reports Paul.
Hookup positioning: Pay attention to utility placement when selecting a pet-friendly site. Nathan R. notes about Montgomery Bell, "The site I had was a little awkward backing into and the water hookup was on the wrong side for my camper." Some campgrounds feature dual sewer connections or utilities positioned toward the front of sites.
Transportation options: When camping with pets near Nashville, consider shuttle services. Two Rivers Campground offers convenient transportation: "Nice shuttle service to downtown Nashville ($10) round trip offered from two separate shuttle companies," according to Aaron L., providing an alternative to driving RVs into congested areas.
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