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ScoutPickwick Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
Great trip
Beautiful grounds. Well maintained. A little close to my neighbors
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Serendipity Resort and Buffalo Bud's Kayaks, Canoes & Campground provide upscale glamping accommodations near Henderson, Tennessee. Serendipity Resort houses luxury yurts with modern amenities, while Buffalo Bud's offers riverside glamping units with scenic views of the Buffalo River. Both locations include electricity, comfortable bedding, and private outdoor spaces for guests seeking a blend of nature and comfort. "Nice place with lots to do," one guest noted about Serendipity Resort, highlighting its spacious pool, water park with jumpers, and included paddle boarding and kayaking opportunities. Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing adds another glamping option with its well-appointed canvas accommodations situated in a wooded setting, though reviews indicate some sites may need maintenance.
The Buffalo River creates a stunning backdrop for eco-friendly glamping experiences at Buffalo Bud's, where guests can enjoy direct river access for swimming and paddling. Serendipity Resort boasts a comprehensive recreation package with a water park, paddle boarding, kayaking, and boat rentals included with certain stays. A visitor mentioned, "There's plenty of room to walk around and a fire tower to climb. You can see some great views up there." Seasonal considerations affect availability, with Cherokee Landing operating from April through October, while Serendipity Resort and Buffalo Bud's maintain year-round operations. Local attractions include Kentucky Lake near Birdsong Resort and Marina, which also offers glamping accommodations with lakeside views. Most locations require reservations, with peak summer months filling quickly for these popular luxury camping destinations.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Henderson (9)
1. Big Buck Resort
2. Pickwick Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
"Our Super C Class did require more blocks for leveling in the front on Site 6. However, it was a very nice site with plenty of privacy."
"There were enough trees that my brother in law was able to set up his hammock system. The site was well kept. There were hardly any blood sucking bugs and no wildlife for protect our stuff from."
3. J.P. Coleman State Park Campground
"Ended up at this location after a crappy night in Alabama. It was very clean nice location. Very nice Mississippi State Park Campground."
"As I walk through the park, it appears that all spots are full hookup and paved. We are on site 43 and anything longer than 30 ft will be pushing it."
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $2 - $1000 / night
4. Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing
"We got cabins for the family, they were very nice (bring your own sheets, towels, and food, they had basic cookware and dining ware but ours is in the camp bin so we used what we brought and were used"
"Emerald green lake, plenty of room between campsites. CANNOT wait to go back!!"
5. Serendipity Resort
"Each site has its own 50/30/110 electric, water and sewer connections. This was a great surprise. The bathrooms are a bit of a walk from the sites. They have a shower house by the water park area."
"amp;I’ll 👀I around like a 🍩"
6. Cross City RV Park
"Water pressure was good at around 45 psi. We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance."
"Would've been 5 stars if they had a fire pits. Great overnight stop."
7. Buffalo Bud’s Kayaks, Canoes & Campground
"Kayak and canoe rentals on site."
"The staff is super friendly and we always have a great time."
from $7 - $35 / night
8. Crazy Horse Recreational Park
"Electrical available side has spots pretty close together so we always choose to primitive camp here. Water is available as well as clean bathhouses. Love the rental service."
"We stayed on the rowdy side in a tent with electric. Quiet time was 12am on the rowdy side they do have family oriented camping on the or other side of the river quiet time 10pm."
Check Availabilityfrom $7 - $30 / night
9. Birdsong Resort and Marina Lakeside RV and Tent Campground
"If you are looking for a quiet, family oriented campground with boat ramp and is kid and Pet friendly you !ight just love Birdsong Resort and Marina Campground."
Drive Time
- 26 min from Jackson, TN
- 1 hr 29 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 38 min from Florence, AL
- 2 hrs 22 min from Clarksville, TN
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Glamping Reviews near Henderson, TN
50 Reviews of 9 Henderson Campgrounds
Goldy M.
TravelerSerendipity Resort
Warning to Blue Oval Families& Traveling Workers– AVOID Serendipity RV Park
We were long-term tenants at Serendipity RV Park for over two years, paying$950/month. My husband works for Blue Oval, and we want to warn others: this park does not respect or value loyal tenants. On July 8, 2025, a Serendipity employee ran a mower into our RV, damaging our slide-out. Instead of taking responsibility, they brought in Ralph’s Mobile RV Repair—a contractor who showed up without notice and“repaired” it using silicone instead of 2 sided adhesive, it look horrible, he smearing silicone everywhere, and bent up parts of the trim that had not even were not even originally damaged. We documented everything, expressed our concerns immediately. Ralph returned later, didn’t even remove the old silicone, and caked more on top. When we pushed back, he became aggressive and confrontational—at one point suggesting he could“meet” my husband somewhere. Serendipity never inspected the work. Edward, who’s on-site daily, never once came to speak to us. Instead, we got a dismissive text saying they were“satisfied” with the work and that we should“file it on our insurance.” The damage was caused by their own employee—yet they refuse to make it right. On top of that:• They’ve overcharged our card multiple occasions and add illegal card processing fees.• in addition to the$950/monthly space rent, they have installed meters to charge electric ON TOP of the$950(they want MORE money but do not even maintain our lawns properly)• The park is poorly maintained. Grass gets a foot tall before it’s mowed, and employees recklessly use riding mowers near RVs. We were respectful, always paid on time, and expected to be treated fairly. Instead, we’ve dealt with poor repairs, price gouging, and total disregard. If you’re a Blue Oval worker or traveling family, do yourself a favor—avoid Serendipity and Ralph’s RV Repair. You deserve better.
Sherry P.ScoutSerendipity Resort
Trashy, unkept, rude staff, overpriced, no respect for guests
My husband and I have always loved Serendipity and looked forward to visiting for the last several years. That has definitely changed with the latest owners. The girls in the office have smart mouths and zero customer service skills. The grounds look awful, grown up grass everywhere. It appears they only mow about 25%. Food is poor and overpriced. Ron and Daphne are truly missed. There is no personality to Serendipity anymore. It used to be a nice resort style rv park now it ranks as bottom of the barrel. Just sad.
MickandKarla W.
LegendCross City RV Park
One of the Better Short Stay Campgrounds
This review is based on a short stay campground (CG). We followed our GPS right to this CG off US-45 just south of Corinth. We were instructed by the very nice owner, Jim, to call when we were 30 minutes out so he could meet us. Jim was right there when we pulled in and we had the choice of two pull throughs or a back-in. We chose back-in site E with FHUs for our two night’s stay. The back-in was easy and the site was fairly level as we had no problems auto-leveling. Water pressure was good at around 45 psi. We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance. There were no playground, picnic tables nor fire pits. The CG has full timers and seasonal campers, who were very nice. They have a nice bathroom with a shower plus a small laundry with one washer and dryer. The washing is free and drying costs$1. We got two bars on Verizon and a clear shot north for Starlink. This CG is listed under Passport America but looking at reviews on multiple sites, Jim charges everyone the same price around$30. There’s no dog area, but plenty of room to walk your pups. US-45 is near so you get highway noise. After several attempts, we never got connected to the CG’s wifi. Corinth has all your major amenities such as Walmart, Lowes, etc. Borroum's Drug Store and Soda Fountain is a throwback in time and a great place to get lunch. Get there early though, as they fill up fast.We enjoyed our stay in this no frills, laid back, and friendly CG. We would definitely stay here again.
- BButch K.
RangerSerendipity Resort
different, in a good way
I enjoyed my 3 nights. I had a great view of a pond and a row of A-frames but the sites on my passenger (viewing) side were not occupied or I would have been billboarded. The sites are very close together but the season is apparently over. Very little traffic even on thanksgiving. The roads are narrow and the trees get close. Th signage could be better but the host left me a text when I arrived and found me while I was waiting outside the office. Very quiet, no road noise or trains or planes. Just a little longer drive off the main highway
Sable A.RangerJ.P. Coleman State Park Campground
Great
We will be back in the fall for an extended weekend trip. Staff was super friendly and helpful helping us find ice cream during a storm rolling thru. The site we had was up hill facing the lake which worked out with a small trailer.
James R.
GuideJ.P. Coleman State Park Campground
Quick night stay
Ended up at this location after a crappy night in Alabama. It was very clean nice location. Very nice Mississippi State Park Campground. All the staff were very friendly and Gary was a great guy that we chatted with for a bit after checking in. Restrooms were clean and air conditioned. Family type campgrounds with friendly happy campers. We will be back a lot more in the future.
Laura D.GuideJ.P. Coleman State Park Campground
JP Coleman camp spots are close to the water!
We stayed on campsite #55. It was back away from the water but we had a clear view to the water. Beautiful park.
Carl L.TravelerSerendipity Resort
Long journey
This was a last minute stop but something told me to stop here and check it out. The customer service was awesome and pricing was great. There is loads of things to do kinda wish I had more time to explore. When I head back East I plan on stopping again. Next vist the kids will have to come for sure. So two thumbs up and a Hey Yo. ☮️&I’ll 👀I around like a 🍩
Guide to Henderson
The Buffalo River provides a natural dividing line for camping options near Henderson, Tennessee, with elevations ranging from 400 to 600 feet throughout the region. Summer temperatures typically reach 90°F with high humidity, while winter nights can drop below freezing. Several campgrounds offer glamping accommodations in different styles, from riverside units to lakeside options, with varying levels of amenities and terrain.
What to do
Kayaking the Buffalo River: The 10-mile section at Crazy Horse Recreational Park suits all skill levels. "We love to come here for when we kayak the Buffalo. Plenty of open river front campsites and shuttles to or from the camp (depending on which route you take)," notes one visitor. The outfitter provides rentals and transportation.
Explore underwater caves: While paddling near glamping accommodations close to Henderson, Tennessee, you can discover hidden natural features. "Primative Camping, kayaking & catching tagged small mouth bass was more than an experience! Perks was exploring a cave!!" shares a camper at Crazy Horse.
Climb the fire tower: For panoramic views of the countryside, take a hike up to the observation point at Serendipity Resort. "There's plenty of room to walk around and a fire tower to climb," according to a visitor who enjoyed the elevated vantage point.
What campers like
Riverside camping spots: Waterfront sites at Buffalo Bud's Kayaks, Canoes & Campground provide direct access to swimming and paddling. "Great place for camping on the river!! Clean and friendly. Kayak and canoe rentals on site," states one reviewer about this glamping near Henderson, Tennessee.
Clean facilities: Many campsites maintain well-kept bathhouses. At Cross City RV Park, one visitor noted, "This is a small 15-spot campground but they have pull-through sites for some large RVs. Full hookups on all sites. Small shower house. $22 a night for us."
Water recreation options: The combination of water features appeals to many visitors. "The water park is a $20 charge a piece on the first day and goes down to $10 a day for the rest of your stay," explains a camper at Serendipity Resort, where paddle boarding, kayaking, and boat rentals come included with certain stays.
What you should know
Campground personalities: Different areas cater to different camping styles. "Has a family side and another rowdy side across the river. Family side quiet time begins at 10 pm," explains a camper at Crazy Horse, while a different visitor adds, "Solid private campground. They run a huge boating operation so it's hella busy on the weekends."
Site conditions vary widely: Prepare for uneven terrain at some locations. At J.P. Coleman State Park Campground, a camper warned, "Campground is fairly hilly and our spot was far from level. It was the last spot available and I understand why!"
Limited cell service: Connectivity can be spotty throughout the region. At J.P. Coleman, visitors report "poor cell phone service and slow WiFi," which affects most luxury glamping spots near Henderson, Tennessee.
Tips for camping with families
Choose the quiet side: For more kid-friendly atmospheres, select designated family areas. "First come first serve sites. Shaded campsites. Electrical available side has spots pretty close together so we always choose to primitive camp here," says a visitor to Crazy Horse, who adds, "The family friendly, quiet side is across the river."
Look for inclusive amenities: Some sites bundle recreational options. "We were there for 3 days and my kids used the water park. They had a blast on the jumpers and got very wore out," shares a parent who visited Serendipity Resort.
Consider seasonal schedules: Pickwick Dam Campground operates year-round but with varying amenities. "My two kids tent camped while my parents had their pop up! It was a nice site. There were enough trees that my brother in law was able to set up his hammock system," reports a family camper who notes the campground's proximity to Pickwick State Park.
Tips from RVers
Check the road conditions: Access can be challenging for larger vehicles. "Twisty, steep and narrow roadway into campsite...not for novice rig drivers," cautions an RVer at J.P. Coleman, where parking can be tight.
Consider hookup placement: At Cross City RV Park, an experienced traveler noted, "We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance." This layout works well for those with longer hoses and cables at glamping locations near Henderson, Tennessee.
Reserve early for level sites: "Sites are perfectly level, utilities all work great. Most sites are pull through and long enough to park without unhooking, even with longer rigs," according to a visitor to Cross City RV Park, though they caution, "Driveway is a bit steep pulling in and out. I did not have a problem with a 36' TT but a low sitting RV with a long rear overhang may have trouble getting in/out without scraping."
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