RV campgrounds near Goodlettsville, Tennessee sit at elevations between 400-600 feet in the northern Nashville Basin. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F between June and September, creating high humidity conditions around Percy Priest Lake and the Cumberland River watershed. Most campgrounds in this region experience 50-55 inches of annual rainfall, with periodic flash flooding possible during spring storms.
What to do
Water activities on Percy Priest Lake: Four Corners RV Resort provides direct lake access with rentals available. "The view of Percy Priest is incredible and serene. I seriously can not recommend this place highly enough. They rent kayaks, paddle boards, and golf carts. There are three docks with kayak and jet ski slips," notes one reviewer.
Live music experiences: Grand Ole RV Resort & Market offers regular performances. "Live music every night was nice," one camper shared. 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!"
Downtown Nashville shuttle access: Multiple campgrounds offer transportation to city attractions. "We used their shuttle service into Nashville," explains one camper at Nashville North KOA. This eliminates parking hassles and allows for easier exploration of downtown attractions.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness receives consistent praise across the region. "Bathhouse is spotless. It is attached to the marina and they rent kayaks, paddle boards, and golf carts," reports a camper at Four Corners RV Resort.
Level sites with quality hookups: Many campgrounds feature well-maintained concrete pads. "Level gravel sites with 50-amp service and easy interstate access," describes the existing review. A visitor at Campers RV Park adds, "The back-in and full time sites have ample space for those looking for a longer stay, but the pull through a usually aren't full so they provide decent space as well."
Family amenities: Nashville RV and Cabins Resort offers recreational options for children. "Sites were large with awesome pool and play areas for kiddos," notes one review. Another camper at Campers RV Park describes, "Activities everywhere! There are pavilions and out buildings setup with games, hammocks, and all kinds of fun family-friendly things to see and do."
What you should know
Highway noise concerns: Several campgrounds experience traffic sounds. "Noisy due to the highway that runs right on the other side of the tree line," notes one camper about Nashville North KOA. Another states, "If only Clarksville wasn't so close to the highway... great location, much shade, good distance between rigs, level gravel pads... just a bit noisy from the proximity to highway."
Seasonal insect activity: Elm Hill RV Resort and other waterfront locations have mosquito issues during warmer months. "The mayflies swarm into your rig if you have lights on at night," warns one camper. Another states, "The mosquitos! It's camping on a lake in the south but our neighbors staying in the lakeside lots could hardly even be outside."
Variable site spacing: Proximity between RVs differs significantly between properties. "Sites are very very close together," notes one Nashville North KOA visitor. Conversely, at Grand Ole RV Resort & Market, "We all still had plenty of space," reports another camper describing their 40' motorhome setup on a buddy site.
Tips for camping with families
Verify family-friendly policies: Not all campgrounds welcome children equally. A camper at Campers RV Park reports, "Clean, Family Friendly Park... Activities everywhere! There are pavilions and out buildings setup with games, hammocks, and all kinds of fun family-friendly things to see and do."
Check playground availability: Playgrounds vary significantly between locations. One family noted about Grand Ole RV Resort: "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."
Consider pet restrictions: While most campgrounds allow pets, policies differ. A reviewer at Nashville North KOA noted they have a "dog play area (Kamp K9)" specifically designed for four-legged visitors, making it more accommodating for families traveling with pets.
Tips from RVers
Site selection recommendations: At RJourney Clarksville RV Resort, "They have several pull through sites designated just for one night stop overs and many more designed for longer stays." Another camper advises, "Request a site as far as possible from the road" to minimize noise disturbance.
Hookup configurations: Water and electrical connections can present challenges. "The stand pipe sits somewhat higher off the ground than what you may see at other parks," notes one review. At Elm Hill RV Resort, a visitor states, "Our site had full hookups (water, sewer, and electric)" while noting the concrete pad placement was ideal for larger rigs.
Cell service variability: Connectivity differs between locations. A Four Corners visitor reported, "Cell signal is hit and miss on all 3 Carriers (Verizon, AT&T and T-mobile)." However, at Nashville North KOA, "Cellular signals were good for AT&T and TMobile, we were able to work and stream."
