5 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Cedar Creek Campground's fenced dog park provides a dedicated space for pets to exercise off-leash during stays at this Mount Juliet destination. The campground welcomes pets at all tent and RV sites with standard leash requirements when outside designated pet areas. Nashville KOA Resort and Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort both feature pet-friendly accommodations including cabins and RV sites with full hookups. The dog park at Nashville KOA includes agility equipment for active pets, while Nashville Shores offers a convenient dog washing station for cleaning pets after swimming or hiking activities. Sites at Cedar Creek remain quiet and clean with convenient access to pet waste stations throughout the grounds. The campground maintains a two-pet limit per site with no additional pet fees.
Seven Points Campground connects to several pet-accessible hiking trails along Percy Priest Lake where leashed dogs can enjoy shoreline walks and swimming areas. Most campgrounds in the area enforce standard 6-foot leash requirements outside designated off-leash areas, with quiet hours beginning at 10 PM when excessive barking must be controlled. The dog washing station at Four Corners Resort proves especially useful after beach activities, with multiple reviewers noting the convenience of having dedicated pet bathing facilities after lake swimming. During summer months, early morning walks are recommended to avoid hot surfaces that can damage paw pads. Veterinary services are available in Mount Juliet proper, approximately 15 minutes from most campgrounds, with emergency pet care available at Nashville Veterinary Specialists about 25 minutes away.
"Nice and quiet, adequate shade during the day, and right next to the dog park! 5 bars of 5Ge on AT&T and the campground WiFi was good enough to get some work done."
"Family and pet friendly with plenty of walking space, playground and multiple fenced in areas for the dogs to play off leash. 20/30/50 amp power, water and sewer hookups at most sites."
"The site location was great for us because we had our 5 dogs with us and there was room at this site to let them out with ease and we were right next to a hiking trail for their walks."
"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."
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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."
Campground full next weekend
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 🐢."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $50 / night
"Plenty of dog walking area, even a fenced area for the dogs to run. Friendly staff."
"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"
"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!"
Campground full next weekend
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."
"Let me start off by saying that this Campground is not very ADA friendly and the dog park is atrocious."
"This campground was very convenient for those visiting the Nashville area, its just off the highway and they offer shuttles for a fee to downtown and opryland."
"large sites right on the lake. toliets and showers were nice and clean. pets are allowed"
"large sites right on the lake. toliets and showers were nice and clean."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $40 / night
"It is located within a loop of the Cumberland River, between two RV dealer/repair facilities and surrounded by two RV CGs- it’s a busy area."
"Highway noise is really bad but there’s not anything they can do about that. Close by restaurants and Camping World for any needed supplies."
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.
TravelerReserved spot #19 for 1 night. The stay was very peaceful with friendly staff! The site itself was a bit rocky but that should be expected for primitive. A firepit and grill was provided with a less than 20 ft walk to the water through the trees. Would definitely book again for the price and convenience!!🤙
Campgrounds near Mount Juliet offer accessible lakeside camping with options ranging from rustic tent sites to full-service RV resorts. Located along Percy Priest Lake and Old Hickory Lake, these destinations provide water recreation with convenient access to Nashville attractions. Average summer temperatures reach 90°F during July and August, making early morning activities recommended for comfort during peak season.
Lakeside activities at Percy Priest Lake: Anderson Road Campground features multiple sites with private lake access. "The camping is normal. Nothing special, but perfectly adequate. All you need and nothing more. The spots are beautiful though. Right on the water," notes DrDavid P. The campground includes a fitness trail for those wanting exercise options beyond swimming.
Water park adventures: Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort combines camping with water attraction access. "The boys had a blast running under water buckets dumping over them and going down slides, floating down the lazy river or getting knocked down in the wave pool. This was a great place to cool off and so convenient to our campsite," shares Christy C. The water park operates seasonally with reduced weekday hours, requiring schedule verification before booking.
Live entertainment: Two Rivers Campground hosts regular musical performances. "Have live local entertainment every night next to pool," reports Aaron L. The campground also offers shuttle service to downtown Nashville for $10 round trip, making it convenient for exploring city attractions without driving.
Spacious waterfront sites: Campers consistently praise the generous spacing at Seven Points campground. "The campsites are level cement pads with large well spaced sites. If you can get a lake view it is wonderful," notes Tony D. Sites include fire rings, picnic tables, and water/electric hookups with level concrete pads.
Clean facilities: Restroom cleanliness receives frequent positive mentions at Poole Knobs. "Clean and well maintained. Only downside is limited bathroom and shower facilites (a long trek, uphill)," explains Taissa K. The primitive camping area includes several water spigots near restrooms and between sites for convenient access.
Seasonal events: Holiday-themed weekends create memorable experiences for many visitors. "Their halloween weekend is a great time of fun for the kids!" shares Justin L. about Cedars of Lebanon State Park. These special event weekends often include decorated campsites, trick-or-treating, and organized activities requiring advance reservations due to popularity.
Airport noise considerations: Several campgrounds sit under Nashville airport flight paths. "The campground is near the Nashville airport so air traffic can be heard," mentions T K. about Anderson Road Campground. Morning departures begin around 6am, so light sleepers may want earplugs.
Variable site dimensions: Check site measurements carefully when booking. "[At Cedar Creek] be very cautious of the site lengths. Some are extremely short and I'd say the measurements are nearly exact," advises Beth H. Many campgrounds have limited overflow parking, making accurate length information critical.
Reservation timing: Most lake campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. "Reserve early because it seems the campground is always full," recommends Gillian C. about Cedars of Lebanon. Popular weekends often book 6+ months in advance, especially for waterfront sites.
Swimming beach access: Cedar Creek offers dedicated swimming areas with sandy beaches. "Right across the lawn was a beach for swimming, clean bathrooms, and a sandy court for volleyball etc," notes Jeni N. The swimming area includes a gradual entry point suitable for younger children.
Playground options: Many campgrounds feature updated play equipment. "Great amenities too," mentions Alex D. about Nashville KOA. These areas typically close at dusk, with quiet hours beginning at 10pm throughout most campgrounds.
Cabin alternatives: For families new to camping, cabin rentals provide comfort with outdoor access. "The cabins are great and all have A/C and heaters as well as TVs," reports a reviewer about Nashville Shores. Most cabins require minimum 2-night stays with advance reservations strongly recommended.
Leveling requirements: Prepare for variable site conditions at Nashville East-Lebanon KOA. "Friendly folks, but the entire campground is kinda hilly. You can get level in the pull through, but just if you park so-so," warns Candy H. Bringing extra leveling blocks helps with challenging sites.
Utility placement: RVers note inconsistent hookup locations. "The utilities are more to the front of the site with two sewer connections. We had decent water pressure," shares MickandKarla W. about Nashville KOA Resort. Extension cords and longer sewer hoses provide flexibility for these situations.
Dump station access: Non-sewer sites require dump station use upon departure. "Tight fit for my 43' motorhome, especially maneuvering dump station," notes Randy about Cedar Creek. Plan for potential waiting times during peak checkout periods between 11am-1pm.
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