6 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Campgrounds near Mount Juliet, Tennessee cluster around Percy Priest Lake and Old Hickory Lake, offering a mix of Corps of Engineers sites, state parks, and private resorts. Camping near Mount Juliet ranges from waterfront RV sites with full hookups to tent sites and cabin rentals, giving campers flexible options across multiple price points and comfort levels. Cedar Creek Campground provides waterfront access with electric hookups and boat ramps, while Seven Points Campground features RV sites with water and electric connections. Within 20 miles, campers can find facilities like Cedars of Lebanon State Park with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Nashville East-Lebanon KOA and Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort provide additional options for those seeking more amenities or glamping experiences.
The camping season in this region generally runs from April through October, with some facilities like Nashville KOA Resort and Cedars of Lebanon State Park operating year-round. "This campground was nice and quiet and convenient to the cute town of Mount Juliet. Sites a little closer than I like or expect from COE/state parks," noted one Cedar Creek visitor. Water levels can affect access to some shoreline camping areas, particularly during spring when rainfall is higher. Most campgrounds near Mount Juliet require reservations, especially for weekend stays during summer months when temperatures frequently exceed 90°F. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though coverage may vary at some waterfront sites where terrain creates signal barriers.
Lakefront sites receive consistently positive reviews, with campers particularly valuing the water access and scenic views. Several reviews mention the ability to launch kayaks directly from campsites at Cedar Creek and other Corps of Engineers campgrounds. A review described one lakeside experience as "peaceful walks along the river, watching the ducks and birds along with a few turtles. Coffee just hits you different when watching the sun shimmer on a glass lake." Bathroom facilities vary significantly between locations, with some campgrounds offering modern shower houses while others provide only basic vault toilets. Mosquitos can be problematic in summer months, especially at waterfront sites. Families appreciate the playgrounds and swimming areas available at several campgrounds, though noise levels increase during summer weekends when boating activity peaks on both lakes.
"Nashville north koa was a nice campground with a proximity to Nashville but away from the bustle. We stayed for a week and enjoyed ourselves."
"The proximity to the Opry and surrounding sites is fantastic. Top that off with front desk, event and maintenance staff that were all super nice and you’ve got a great combo."
"The campground at Cedars of Lebanon State Park deserves 5 stars for their proximity to Nashville, the large paved pads for campers, the peaceful woods, and their overall cleanliness."
"We hiked some of the 2 mile running trail and then veered off to explore the CCC original looking covered bench which overlooks a currently dry stream bed."
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"Paved roads, showers, playground, Big lake side sites wth shade. lots of space between the campsites. fire rings, picnic tables."
"The campsite was surrounded by trees and it was a quick walk to the lake. The bathroom and shower facilities were clean and had warm water."
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Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $50 / night
"This campground was nice and quiet and convenient to the cute town of Mount Juliet. Sites a little closer then I like or expect from COE/state parks."
"We came from Idaho to Tennessee in May for two weeks and this was our first campsite. We fell in love with peaceful walks along the river, watching the ducks and birds along with a few turtles 🐢."
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Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $50 / night
"There is a flat trail next to the lake that my two year old loves to run up and down, playgrounds, and a story trail."
"Easy hiking trails with little to moderate inclines and terrain. Around 5-7 miles of trails, plenty of camping sites. I always see wildlife when i visit this park."
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"Campground is near the road but is still quite. This would be a good place for easy access to the lake and Nashville. Multiple places to eat within 5 miles. Great pass through"
"Plenty of dog walking area, even a fenced area for the dogs to run. Friendly staff."
"Great campground on a lovely lake. We always enjoy our stay here. Short drive to nearby Smyrna. Bathrooms are clean and staff is very welcoming."
"We have stayed on the other side of Percy Priest lake and loved it so thought we’d try an Army Corps campground this time in Nashville. What a gem!"
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Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $56 / night
"Sitting in a lake, the campground is a peninsula surrounded by water. Great views, super clean and very nice amenities. Saturday night they had a band and a Halloween celebration. Very safe."
"Nice lake. Nice pool. Good sites. Lake is close to all sites. Very helpful store at the front with items you need."
"The concrete pad was level, with the water hookup located at the very back of the site."
"There are very few RV parks in the Nashville/Franklin area and are more on the outskirts. We were happy to get a site here as it's relaxing by the lake."
"Driving in through da hood you get a questionable feeling but, once through the gate and checked in this is a fantastic little campground!"
"The first ten spaces are lake side and have water and power. The rest of the sites are less developed. There is a boat ramp."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $40 / night
TravelerNow called Paradise Ridge. They have owned it for just over a year. There are 87 sites. Mostly long term parking but we got in for a night on our way out of Nashville. We paid $64.38 for one night. It was full hook up. Nice location from Nashville. Mail and UPS delivery. The only bummer is close to I-24. So if you can’t do some road noise you would not like it. The people that checked us in were very nice and helpful.
GuideIt's a beautiful place to take walks and look at all of God's beauty while doing it;) Then you have your beautiful water to enjoy while being under the moon… a wonderful place with the right person or even by yourself to get a sweet escape!
LegendWe stayed here overnight on the way to Gatlinburg and three nights on the way back. GPS and signage was good as getting to this COE was easy. Often you don’t know what you’re going to get at a COE i.e. tight roads, low hanging branches etc. This was not the case as the campground (CG) is big rig friendly. For the overnighter, we checked in at the gate and proceeded to back in site 50 with water and electric (50/30/20 AMP). We had no problem backing into site 50 which sits above the creek that runs through the side of the CG. The gravel pad was fairly level(didn’t need any blocks under tires) with a picnic table, fish cleaning station, fire pit and stand up bbq. For the three nights we were in back in site 37, which was along the fence side of the CG. Site 37 had the same picnic table, cleaning table, stand up bbq and fire pit. This site’s pad was plenty long enough so we could put our toy hauler patio down. For both sites we got 1 bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile. As there is no Wifi in this CG, we used starlink. Since our starlink antenna is not hard mounted, we were able to move the antenna around to get a good signal through the trees. We were surprised this COE didn’t sell firewood nor ice. We enjoyed walking our dog around and even did some fly fishing in the adjacent river. We thoroughly enjoyed this COE.
LegendWe followed RV Life Trip Wizard GPS and Waze off I-40 to Nashville Shores RV Resort without any issues. Check-in was quick, easy, and informative, and we headed to back-in site 7 with full hookups (FHUs). The concrete pad was level, with the water hookup located at the very back of the site. Water pressure was good at around 60 psi but dropped somewhat as the campground (CG) filled up over the weekend. We had 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile, with T-Mobile providing a respectable 108 Mbps download. We used our T-Mobile Home Internet, which delivered 126 Mbps, rather than Starlink. Although there were trees along the CG's perimeter, most sites appeared to have a reasonably clear view of the sky for satellite internet. Site spacing was okay, although neighboring RVs were still fairly close. Several sites were located along the lake, with a few appearing long enough to accommodate larger rigs. We suggest calling the office for details on reserving one of those waterfront sites. One of our favorite amenities was the large fenced dog run, with plenty of room to throw a ball and let our pup burn off some energy. We also appreciated having two fire pits at our site. One was behind our rig, providing a nice spot away from the CG road, while the other was near the front, next to a small concrete patio with a picnic table. Although the CG filled up during our mid-October weekend stay, the adjacent water park had closed for the season on October 1. Without the water park crowds and activity, we found Nashville Shores to be a very enjoyable place to stay."
TravelerNice campground, spaces are a little tight but not bad. Restrooms are clean.
GuideWe had such a nice stay. From the moment we arrived, we felt comfortable and welcomed. The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful, and the whole campground had a really nice, relaxed feel to it.
Our site was spacious and easy to get into, and we really appreciated how clean and well cared for everything was. After spending the day exploring Nashville, it was nice to come back to the campground, slow down and just enjoy the evening.
The location worked out great for us too. We were close enough to enjoy everything Nashville has to offer, but when we came back to the RV, it felt like we could get away from all the activity and relax.
One of the things we enjoy about RV travel is finding places that you actually look forward to coming back to at the end of the day, and this was definitely one of those places. We made some great memories here and would absolutely stay again the next time we’re in Nashville!
TravelerWe came here for our shake out of our new trailer as it’s only about 20 min from home and we could still go to work. We will probably come back when we just want to “get out of the house” for a few days.
The place is beautiful and if you want to be in the middle of nowhere, this is it! The grounds are easily walkable with a lot of open spaces. Saw a lot of wildlife so come in slow so you don’t hit a deer.
Do NOT come in from South Mount Juliet road. The turn onto Couchville Pike is tight for cars, let alone pulling a camper. Come in off of I-840 and you will be fine.
We got decent wifi and I did a video call without lag. Full hookups (50amp)
No on site staff that we saw other than grounds crew.
TravelerI called today (a week and a half in advance) for a reservation that I had booked recently. Our driving plans changed and I wanted to cancel and receive a refund. I was informed they have a 14 day policy. Apparently it is their policy, nothing was emailed or texted to me or verbally given. However if I don’t “ask,” it is apparently my problem. Okay touché. And well I realize this may be their policy, 14 days is ridiculous. They offered me a “camp credit and it’s good for 1 year.” 🤣😮💨 I told her we live in Arizona. And she says “okay.” Not even effort for a partial refund. Beware of the terrible customer service. This is completely unprofessional.
TravelerOnly here for an overnight but would definitely recommend. Huge sites. Very quiet. Clean campground. Host was very friendly.
Percy Priest Lake and Old Hickory Lake form the primary camping destinations around Mount Juliet, Tennessee. The region sits at approximately 500 feet elevation with a humid subtropical climate producing long, hot summers where temperatures regularly reach 95°F in July and August. Fall camping season extends later than many northern destinations, with comfortable overnight temperatures often continuing through late October.
Fishing access: Cedar Creek Campground offers direct lake access from many campsites. "We stayed in site 22 which is a standard lake view I believe. That side of the park has a pretty big cliff behind it so no water access from the site. The opposite side views the marina," notes a visitor to Elm Hill RV Resort.
Hiking trails: Bledsoe Creek State Park provides several well-maintained paths. "We did a nice 4 mile hike around the whole park, but when we're hiking we love to get out away from everyone and everything. It felt like we were in earshot of the campground the entire hike," explains one camper who still rated the experience positively.
Swimming options: While some campgrounds restrict swimming, Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort combines camping with water park access. "The waterpark is just steps away, I would suggest not eating food within the park it is over priced and not very tasty, go to the marina restaurant or eat at your campsite," advises one visitor who appreciated the convenience.
Evening entertainment: Several campgrounds offer organized activities. "Their halloween weekend is a great time of fun for the kids!" reports a Cedars of Lebanon State Park visitor, while Nashville KOA Resort regularly schedules live music during summer months.
Spacious waterfront sites: Many campers praise the lake access at Seven Points. "The campsites are level cement pads with large well spaced sites. If you can get a lake view it is wonderful," writes one reviewer, while another notes "This place is gorgeous. The lake view and night skies are amazing."
Clean facilities: Anderson Road Campground maintains high standards according to visitors. "Toilets and showers were nice and clean," comments one reviewer, while another mentions "we would definitely camp here again." Several campgrounds in the area have recently upgraded their shower buildings.
Wildlife viewing: Deer sightings are common at multiple locations near Mount Juliet. "We saw 10 deer one morning and hiked a trail with our 3 boys and 2 dogs," reports a visitor to Cedars of Lebanon, while Bledsoe Creek State Park offers even more opportunities: "Deer would just walk up near you and just say hello."
Proximity to Nashville attractions: Campgrounds provide a nature experience with convenient city access. "We chose this campground mainly because we wanted to be close to the city of Nashville. However it took quite a while Uber into the city (about 30+ minutes)," notes a Nashville East-Lebanon KOA guest, indicating that while accessible, visitors should plan for travel time.
Reservation requirements: Most popular sites book quickly, especially waterfront locations. "Get here a day early to get full advantage of the weekend," advises a Nashville Shores visitor, while another camper recommends "Reserve early because it seems the campground is always full."
Site spacing: Campground density varies significantly in the area. Anderson Road Campground receives praise for its layout: "Large sites right on the lake" and "Has nice space between sites, with great views." In contrast, Nashville East-Lebanon KOA receives mixed reviews regarding spacing, with one camper noting sites were "too expensive to be that close to other campers."
Weather considerations: The region's heat and humidity affect camping comfort. Swimming areas become crowded during peak summer weekends when temperatures consistently exceed 90°F. Fall brings more comfortable conditions but potentially more variable weather patterns.
Bug awareness: Ticks appear in several campground reviews. "Our dogs picked up ticks every day, and we had a few as well. Watch out for lyme and other tick born illnesses," warns a Bledsoe Creek visitor, emphasizing the importance of regular tick checks after hiking.
Playground amenities: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas for children. Anderson Road includes "a playground and swim area" according to reviewers, while Seven Points earns praise for its beach: "We enjoyed the beach! We love how it is secluded and clearly camping but minutes from shopping!"
Cabin options: For families new to camping or traveling without equipment, Nashville KOA Resort offers comfortable alternatives. "We stayed for a week and enjoyed ourselves," writes one visitor, while another mentions "Friendly staff wonderful cabins to stay in. Love staying here verses a hotel when Im in Nashville."
Halloween camping: Several campgrounds host special fall events. "Their halloween weekend is a great time of fun for the kids!" notes a Cedars of Lebanon visitor, making October a popular time for family camping trips near Mount Juliet.
Noise levels: Some campgrounds experience more noise than others. "It was very quiet because nothing was open during the week," reports a Nashville Shores visitor, while another camper mentions "no one mentioned that this place is on the flight path of the international airport" - important information for light sleepers.
Site selection: Cedar Creek receives generally positive reviews but site selection matters. "This campground was nice and quiet and convenient to the cute town of Mount Juliet. Sites a little closer than I like or expect from COE/state parks," notes one visitor regarding site spacing.
Leveling considerations: Check campground reviews before booking. "Our site was nowhere near level side to side," reports a Nashville East-Lebanon KOA visitor, while a Seven Points camper warns "some the the sites had seriously sloping drives so lots of leveling would have been required."
Hookup details: Electrical service varies between campgrounds. "To my surprise I opened the electric pedestal, and there was only 50 amp service. I'm set up for 30 amp, so I had to use an adapter," reports a Cedars of Lebanon camper, highlighting the importance of checking utility specifications before arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Mount Juliet, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, Mount Juliet, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 116 campgrounds and RV parks near Mount Juliet, TN and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Mount Juliet, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mount Juliet, TN is Nashville KOA Resort with a 4.5-star rating from 41 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Mount Juliet, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Mount Juliet, TN.
What parks are near Mount Juliet, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 parks near Mount Juliet, TN that allow camping, notably Old Hickory Lake and J Percy Priest Lake.
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