Jackson, Tennessee camping options include multiple cabin and glamping options within a 50-mile radius. Most sites operate seasonally with Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing open April through October while others remain accessible year-round. The terrain ranges from wooded settings to lakefront properties, with elevations between 400-600 feet providing moderate temperatures throughout camping seasons.
What to do
Water activities and fishing: At Birdsong Resort and Marina Lakeside RV and Tent Campground, visitors can enjoy shore fishing and boat launch access. "Quiet, near shopping, family oriented, Pet friendly, boat launch, shore fishing, store, pull through sites, friendly helpful staff, tent sites, great place to camp," notes Cheryl Ann G.
Target practice: Big Buck Resort offers a rifle range for guests looking to practice their shooting skills. One visitor mentioned, "They do have a rifle range I am going to try out later," while staying at the property.
Explore wooded areas: Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing provides natural surroundings with numerous wooded sites. A visitor described, "Emerald green lake, plenty of room between campsites. CANNOT wait to go back!!"
What campers like
Spacious lake views: The Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing campground offers sites with considerable spacing. Mollie shares, "Absolutely gorgeous. Emerald green lake, plenty of room between campsites."
Quiet atmosphere: Multiple glamping locations near Jackson emphasize peaceful settings. A camper at Birdsong Resort noted, "If you are looking for a quiet, family oriented campground with boat ramp and is kid and Pet friendly you might just love Birdsong Resort and Marina Campground."
Pool facilities: Some glamping resorts feature swimming facilities for guests. At Serendipity Resort, a visitor mentioned, "The pool is 11ft deep so there's no issues with using the diving board."
What you should know
Site spacing varies: At Serendipity Resort, sites can be positioned close together. One visitor noted, "The sites are very close together but the season is apparently over. Very little traffic even on thanksgiving."
Seasonal closures: Several glamping locations operate on limited schedules. Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing only operates from "April 2 to October 25" according to their listing information.
Facility maintenance concerns: Some locations have inconsistent maintenance. At Big Buck Resort, a visitor reported, "This park is in total disrepair. There is nothing to do around here and there is nothing to do in the park."
Tips for camping with families
Bring essential supplies: When staying in cabins, pack personal items. A visitor at Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing advised, "We got cabins for the family, they were very nice (bring your own sheets, towels, and food, they had basic cookware and dining ware)."
Check accessibility: Bathroom facilities may be inconveniently located at some properties. At Serendipity Resort, a camper noted, "The bathrooms are a bit of a walk from the sites. They have a shower house by the water park area."
Consider activity costs: Some glamping resorts charge extra for amenities. At Serendipity Resort, a visitor explained, "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. Be advised you will be charged whether you are going in the water or not."
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: For larger RVs, check site dimensions and levelness. An RVer at Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing shared, "We have a 45 ft class A. We needed a 50 amp site. Only 50 amp sites had annuals on it. Site he took us to was so uneven."
Check road conditions: Some glamping areas have narrow access roads. A visitor to Serendipity Resort warned, "The roads are narrow and the trees get close. Th signage could be better."
