Nashville cabin camping sites occupy mostly flat terrain between 400-600 feet elevation with moderate humidity throughout camping season. Most cabins are located within a 30-minute drive from downtown Nashville, with the most luxurious options situated near Percy Priest Lake to the east. Water access varies significantly between properties that offer direct shoreline access versus those located further inland.
What to do
Lake activities at Nashville Shores: This lakeside resort offers cabin stays with easy access to Percy Priest Lake recreation. "The waterpark is amazing," notes one visitor, while another mentions there's "excellent park with easy access to Nashville excitement."
Live music at campgrounds: Several cabin locations host weekend entertainment on-site. Nashville I-24 Campground offers "a pavilion with live music every once in a while" according to one reviewer, while Nashville North hosts "Fun events and dinner/music festivals every weekend April-October!"
State park hiking: Montgomery Bell State Park cabins provide access to numerous hiking trails. "Great family friendly park with lots of hiking and historical sites. There is a beautiful waterfall and an adorable old church," writes one reviewer. The park contains over 3,000 acres of woodland with multiple trail difficulty levels.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bathroom and shower cleanliness ranks high in cabin camper satisfaction. At Cedars of Lebanon State Park, "The shower house was one of the best I've seen mostly because it is air conditioned. The showers are all very private and clean with plenty of room."
Concrete pads: Level concrete sites for cabins make setup easier. Four Corners RV Resort offers "concrete pads, level and roomy with full hookups (great water pressure!), new picnic tables and fire rings," according to one visitor.
Winter availability: Several cabin locations remain open year-round. "We stayed from December to March," notes one visitor to Four Corners Resort. "The bathhouse is warm and roomy" and "We had a nice view of the water to wake up to."
What you should know
Cabin proximity: Many sites place cabins close together. One Nashville North KOA visitor observed: "Sites are very close together. Not much room between my RV and neighbor," which applies to cabin sites as well.
Noise considerations: Interstate proximity creates noise at several Nashville cabin locations. At Nashville North, one camper noted it was "Very very noisy due to the highway that runs right on the other side of the tree line."
Seasonal pests: Lakeside cabins experience higher insect activity during warm months. A Four Corners Resort visitor advised: "Bring bug spray for your RV because at night they are all over the door and walls."
Reservation timing: Nashville RV and Cabins Resort and other popular locations fill quickly during peak season. One visitor recommended: "Make your reservations early!! Beautiful area lakes, groomed trails, nice hosts - highly recommend."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: When booking cabins with children, check playground proximity. "With a great pavilion, volleyball court, ball diamond, and playground, the far side of the camp is perfect for families," notes a Montgomery Bell visitor.
Swimming options: Many Nashville area cabin locations include pool access. "The swimming pool was very busy and well maintained," notes one visitor to Nashville North, while Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort offers a waterpark where "The boys had a blast running under water buckets dumping over them and going down slides."
Wildlife viewing: Several cabin locations offer wildlife viewing opportunities. One Cedars of Lebanon visitor reported: "We saw 10 deer one morning and hiked a trail with our 3 boys and 2 dogs."
Weekend activities: Many Nashville cabin locations offer organized activities. A Montgomery Bell camper noted their Halloween weekend was "a great time of fun for the kids," while Nashville North offers "a laundry center, store, new playground, pool, dog play area, checkers, ladderball, and shuffleboard."
Tips from RVers
Utility connections: Cabin campers should note connection locations when setting up. At Nashville KOA Resort, "The utilities are more to the front of the site with two sewer connections. We had decent water pressure."
Lakefront selection: For cabin locations on water, site selection matters. One Four Corners visitor advised: "I do not recommend camping on a shore site during winter, as the wind is colder off the lake."
Transportation options: Some cabin locations offer Nashville transportation. "We used their shuttle service into Nashville," notes one visitor about Nashville North, while Nashville Shores offers "shuttles for a fee to downtown and opryland."
