RV parks around Livingston, Tennessee sit on the northern edge of Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, with elevations ranging from 1,000-1,500 feet above sea level. The region experiences four distinct seasons with mild springs, humid summers, colorful autumns, and occasional winter snow. Most campgrounds in the area provide varied terrain with a mix of wooded and open sites, with several facilities located within 30 minutes of Dale Hollow Lake.
What to do
Fishing at Dale Hollow Lake: Visitors staying at McDermit RV Park can access nearby Dale Hollow Lake for fishing. As one camper noted, "Very pretty and close to Dale Hollow Lake."
Historic Rugby tours: The historic Victorian village of Rugby is within walking distance of Brooks Corner Campground & RV Park. A camper mentioned, "It is right behind the Brooks store and less than a mile from Rugby. Both the store and town are a step back in history."
Stargazing opportunities: The rural setting offers exceptional night sky viewing. A Brooks Corner camper shared, "Star view on a clear night is awesome due to the lack of nearby city lights."
Kayaking local waterways: Multiple water access points exist near campgrounds. One reviewer at Owl Hollow Retreat RV Park commented, "Several places to put our kayaks in the water near here."
What campers like
Clean, modern facilities: Paradise on the Mountain RV Park receives high marks for maintenance. A visitor observed, "The facilities are modern and immaculate. The bathhouse is amazing!! I've stayed at many campgrounds and I think this is the cleanest bathhouse I've ever seen."
Lakeside settings: Several parks feature water views. At Spring Lake RV Resort, "The sites are built around a small lake. We walked around the lake and found they had sitting areas and gazebos where you could relax during the day or at night."
Pet-friendly amenities: Many parks accommodate four-legged campers with dedicated areas. Paradise on the Mountain offers "a great dog trail and a fenced dog run," according to one reviewer.
Helpful management: Campers frequently mention staff assistance. A Spring Lake visitor reported, "We contacted Spring Lake an hour before arrival and they were super helpful, providing a level overnight pull-through site reservation. We were arriving an hour after the office closed and they made arrangements to help us get settled."
What you should know
Water quality varies: Some parks have filtration issues. At Maple Hill RV Park & Cabins, a camper observed, "We didn't notice this the first day, but I started seeing brownish water in our toilet. As we used the water more, it became evident that whatever water is being pumped into their system isn't good."
WiFi availability: Internet access differs between parks. Old Chimney RV Park has "good WiFi throughout the grounds," while others limit connectivity to office areas.
Rural location considerations: The remoteness affects services. Brooks Corner campers should note propane is available "for 20lbs swap-outs at the local Dollar Trees (Jamestown or near Eglin/Robbins both are 20m away)" and "fillings at Tractor Supply (Oneida40m/Jamestown~25)."
Business hours: On-site stores have limited hours. The general store at Brooks Corner operates "M-SA 11-5pm" according to reviewers.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Deer Run RV Resort offers family-friendly recreation areas. One visitor highlighted the "nice lake on the property with a beach. Also has a big pool!"
Beach activities: Several parks feature swimming areas. Deer Run provides a "well stocked fishing lake" with beach access for children to enjoy.
Wildlife viewing: Children can observe local fauna at select parks. At Owl Hollow Retreat, a camper mentioned, "Our dog is able to run for the first time in months here," indicating open spaces where wildlife might be spotted.
Site selection strategy: Family groups should request specific areas. Paradise on the Mountain offers "buddy sites" that allow related groups to camp adjacent to each other.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Bring appropriate equipment for uneven sites. At Spring Lake, one RVer noted, "Sites were fairly level. I had to use 2 yellow flat blocks on site 1."
Power reliability: Some parks experience electrical issues. At Deer Run, a camper reported, "We put our surge protector on and the power at the site kept shorting out. We managed to get slides out then it shorted out."
Off-season considerations: Facility availability changes seasonally. At Deer Run, "There was a close bath house, but they still had it closed for winter so it was a little drive to the other side of the lake to the other one."
Access road challenges: Some parks require navigation planning. Deer Run "is down a very long road then once you register it's another long drive back to the sites, which is nothing but trees."
