David Crockett State Park in Lawrenceburg sits within the Highland Rim region of Tennessee, approximately 80 miles south of Nashville at an elevation of 950 feet. The region's limestone bedrock creates the park's distinctive landscape, including the waterfall and creek systems. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-90°F while winters hover between 30-50°F, making spring and fall particularly popular for campers seeking glamping options close to Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
What to do
Kayak the Buffalo River: Located just 20 minutes from Lawrenceburg, Crazy Horse Recreational Park offers river access with rental services. "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 camper Emily S.
Explore Amish country: Take a short drive to nearby Amish communities for locally made goods and produce. A visitor to Natchez Trace RV Campground mentioned, "We also explored the downtown square and then drove out to Amish country. We had the best time driving from house to house to purchase different goodies."
Cave exploration: The region offers unique underground adventures for more adventurous campers. Daniel L. from Southport Saltpeter Cave shares, "Enjoyed this rough camping trip and Spelunking with our Royal Ambassador boys (1st to 9th grade). Buddy gives a guided tour along with camping privileges."
What campers like
Level concrete pads: Many campgrounds in the area feature well-maintained sites. At Henry Horton State Park, camper Nancy B. appreciated that "the pads were concrete and level...took a lot of pressure off of the leveling process. Campground is clean and very quiet at night. Loved the trail system as well!"
Creek access: Water features are a big draw for luxury camping near Lawrenceburg. Tia M. highlights site specifics at David Crockett State Park: "Campsite 23 is right next to the creek with a pull through site with gravel. It has a firepit/grill combo and a nice table! Has water and electrical hookups!"
Wildlife viewing: Morning wildlife encounters enhance the glamping experience. At David Crockett State Park, camper nickie F. shares, "Most mornings I can sit outside & watch the deer grazing as I have my coffee."
What you should know
Site variation: Not all sites offer the same amenities or layout. Jack S. notes about David Crockett State Park: "Have full service sites that are all pull through. Most lots have at least partial shade. Only detriment is the full service sites are close together therefore they do not offer fire rings at each site."
Shower temperature fluctuations: Facilities can vary based on usage patterns. At Crazy Horse Recreational Park, a reviewer mentioned, "The bathrooms start out pretty clean, but can quickly get nasty with the traffic of kayak renters and other campers. Showers also are pretty cold on a weekend night."
Campground atmosphere differences: Some locations have distinct zones for different camping styles. Suzsan M. explains, "If you camp on the campsite on the same side of the road as the outfitter's ofc, it can turn into a 'party' crowd. The family friendly, quiet side is across the river."
Tips for camping with families
Bike-friendly areas: Look for campgrounds with safe spaces for children to ride. Laur H. recommends Henry Horton State Park: "Plenty of places for the kiddos to ride their bikes. We loved it here and will definitely return."
Activity variety: Choose campgrounds with diverse recreation options. According to nickie F., "David Crockett is such a family friendly park. It's a great place for fly fishing, walk the trails or swim. The kids have plenty of space to ride bikes & make new friends."
Educational opportunities: Seek out nature programs and guided activities. Steve G. shares about David Crockett State Park: "We had a great outdoor class to learn about snakes, hiked the trails, and enjoyed the falls. We look forward to going back to this gem again!"
Tips from RVers
Bridge height restrictions: Be aware of access limitations for larger rigs. Laura H. warns about Natchez Trace RV Campground: "They have a low bridge right outside of their park that prevents you from getting here the easy way. The bridge is at 12ft if I remember correctly, it is too low for most 5th wheels and many class As."
Road conditions: Interior campground roads may present challenges. Jessica L. notes at Campers RV Park: "The pull thru sites have been widened and are more accommodating for larger RVs. They are working on adding a few more pull thru sites as well. The sites are gravel and mostly level. All sites are FHU."
Cell coverage variations: Connectivity can be spotty throughout the area. Emerson F. shares, "I had absolutely no cell service through Verizon and my T-Mobile 5g internet had no reception either (even with a booster). Luckily, I was able to rely on my Starlink."
