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Best Campgrounds near Hilham, TN

690 Reviews

Camping options around Hilham, Tennessee include several developed campgrounds within state parks and along reservoirs. Standing Stone State Park Campground, located in nearby Allons, offers tent sites, RV hookups, and rustic cabins in a forested setting. Dale Hollow Lake provides multiple camping areas including Dale Hollow Damsite and Lillydale Campground with both primitive and modern facilities. The region's mixed-use campgrounds typically feature water and electric hookups, with some offering full amenities including showers, dump stations, and picnic areas.

Most campgrounds in the Hilham area operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October. Standing Stone State Park remains open year-round, while other facilities like Lillydale Campground (May to September) and Dale Hollow Damsite (April to November) have limited seasons. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with several campgrounds reporting limited or no coverage. A review noted: "There is little to no cell service in the park. You're about 10-15 minutes from the grocery store." Road access requires careful planning, particularly at Standing Stone where the southern entrance has a narrow bridge unsuitable for larger RVs.

Campers consistently mention the natural water features as highlights of the region. Standing Stone offers a small lake with boat rentals, while Dale Hollow Lake provides extensive water recreation opportunities. Several visitors highlighted the family-friendly environment at Standing Stone State Park, with one camper stating it has "spacious campsites, a beautiful lake, and lots of great hiking trails." The park's historic stonework dam and bridges receive positive mentions in reviews. Visitors seeking quieter experiences appreciate the more remote primitive camping areas around Dale Hollow Lake, though these sites offer minimal amenities compared to the developed campgrounds. During summer months, the swimming areas and pools become popular gathering spots, with some campgrounds reporting higher activity levels.

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Best Camping Sites Near Hilham, Tennessee (143)

    1. Standing Stone State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Allons, TN
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 823-6347

    "Standing stone is a small campground that sits in a wooded area surrounded by green rolling hills and farmland."

    "The state parks in Tennessee all hosted special programs for the event, and Standing Stone park rangers invited everyone to row out on the lake to watch this magnificent phenomenon."

    2. Old Mill Camp and General Store

    22 Reviews
    Bloomington Springs, TN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 268-0045

    "I would stay away from the pull through sites by the bathroom if You prefer privacy."

    "If you arrive early and are wanting to fully hike down to the waters it is a must to arrive early and by the time you finish enjoying activities driving is not something that sounds appealing."

    3. Dale Hollow Damsite

    8 Reviews
    Hilham, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 243-3554

    $32 - $75 / night

    "Nice water view from our site and a short walk to shower facility. Location of campground: a car ride away from activities. Not a bicycle friendly area.(hills and roadways)."

    "Did a drive around of the campground. Spacing looks great between sites. Sites look clean and level. Some sites are next to the Obey River. Will be camping here in the near future."

    4. Dale Hollow Lake - Primitive Camping — Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

    9 Reviews
    Hilham, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 243-3136

    $5 / night

    "There are about 4 lakeside sites available all with good lake views"

    "Cove Creek at Dale Hollow lake in TN is a primitive campsite with lakeside camping. There are water faucets for drinking water and a pit toilet available."

    5. Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

    12 Reviews
    Albany, KY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 433-7431

    $30 - $55 / night

    "Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is right on the Kentucky/ Tennessee boarder and not a short drive from anywhere. It is out in the farmlands, but worth the drive."

    "The only issue I had with this camp was the way the sites were situated. They were in sets, like a cul-de-sac shape, and put you really close to your neighbors. "

    6. Lillydale Campground And Day Use

    7 Reviews
    Byrdstown, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 823-4155

    $18 - $50 / night

    "We stayed at site #61 - the lake was literally steps away from our door, and it was a no wake zone (the lake comes to a dead-end back by this row of campsites, so there isn't a lot of boat traffic)."

    "Lillydale sits on Dale Hollow Lake, which -- for some delightful reason -- has serious limits on development."

    7. Deep Valley Campground

    2 Reviews
    Allons, TN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 823-2222

    8. Edgar Evins State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Lancaster, TN
    31 miles
    Website

    "I'm from New England and relocated to Tennessee in 2016. The first time I went camping at Edgar Evans, I had no idea what was going on!"

    "The park is a gorgeous property with a lake and hiking trails. There are ADA sights. The hills are steep and some of the sights have angle ramps."

    9. Willow Grove Campground

    4 Reviews
    Allons, TN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 823-4285

    $22 - $46 / night

    "The sites can be a tight squeeze, we have a 30ft trailer and had a hard time backing in because the trees were so close to the road."

    "It has a boat ramp small beach area and is surrounded by water on 3 sides. Water is accessible from multiple points, getting down to the water is easy its a decent climb coming back."

    10. COE Cordell Hull Lake Salt Lick Creek Campground

    15 Reviews
    Granville, TN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 678-4718

    $20 - $50 / night

    "Our site was right on the creek and very near the beach. We went for an evening swim and we had a picturesque view of the sun setting over the mountains."

    "And it was adequate but situated on an inlet with mucky water. We took a walk and found an empty site (45) with breathtaking views. We asked to switch and they were happy to oblige."

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690 Reviews of 143 Hilham Campgrounds

  • Michele R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Morning View Farms

    Weekend getaway

    I could not say enough enough wonderful things about our stay. Our host was amazing, the nature was peaceful, serene, and everything we needed for a relaxing time away from home.

  • greg S.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake

    Beware of host

    My family has camped here for years with no issues and we usually stay for at least 3 days if not longer at a time. On holidays we usually stay for a week or more at a time. The last 3 times we've camped there the host were horrible. They police you from the time you check in til you leave. They are very discriminating depending on who you know at the campgrounds. They charge some people to visit and not others. If you have kids they better walk the line during thier time there or they will threaten to have you leave. They have treated my family like we were second class as best. Talked to us like we were ignorant.  Not there to help at all. On a power trip for being the host. When you spend your hard earned money and time to relax and spend time with family and friends you shouldnt have to be harassed and watched over to the point you cant enjoy yourslves for your vacation. Not an enjoyable experience at all. We will not be back until they are no longer the host. Never been treated like that by host.

  • dereck R.
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Tree Tops RV Park

    Nice quiet place

    Nice quiet place. Very level. He takes very good care of the lot with gravel. The owner also runs an RV repair so you can get on-site repairs. Very useful. The shower house and bathroom are for emergency use only. Laundry room has a four-digit security code to get in. Most of the people staying here are long-term or semi-long-term. Lots of pipeline inspectors currently. Everyone has really nice rigs. Rate discount rates for 6 months or longer. Everything included except electric. Meters red monthly. Accepts mail delivery and package delivery.

  • J
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Willow Grove Campground

    Very pleased

    This campground is typical Corp of Engineers campground. This place is very well kept. It has a boat ramp small beach area and is surrounded by water on 3 sides. Water is accessible from multiple points, getting down to the water is easy its a decent climb coming back. This site is not shaded especially in the evening. Picnic table could stand to be repaired or replaced but still very usable.

  • Tom B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Kendall Campground

    Army Corps of Eng Sites Are Excellent

    Stopped by Aug 11 for one day after being down in TN. Clean, well maintained, spacious sites. Excellent staff. On the other side of Wolf Creek Dam from Lake Cumberland. There is a snack bar/bait shop on site. The National Fish Hatchery is beside the campground, along with the Trout Stream, which is a really neat man-made stream and wetland from the hatchery down to the Cumberland River.

  • Alisha L.
    Aug. 4, 2025

    COE Cordell Hull Lake Salt Lick Creek Campground

    Salt Lick Creek

    Overall, we enjoyed our experience. It's a nice campground. The site was small and we prefer more space and seclusion since we travel with dogs. We stayed in site 94, which was on the water and nicely shaded. There was no cell service. Our camper has a wifi booster so we were able to boost the signal to our phones from the nearby bathhouse that had wifi. The campground is very remote, but it doesn't feel remote because of how busy and open it feels.

  • Mary D.
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Cumberland Mountain State Park Campground

    Awesome time!

    We had such a great time at Cumberland Mountain State Park! Area 1 was especially nice and shaded. It was quiet, clean, and so easy to enjoy. The bonus surprise for us was that the Wi-Fi worked really well, which made it easy to stay connected when we needed to. We’ve already made future reservations and can’t wait to come back and stay at site 25!

  • Overland O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2025

    The Narrows

    Very clean campground.

    This is a very nice, clean campground. Bathrooms are clean as well. Very nice view of Barren River lake too. I did not use it but there is a nice sand beach for swimming. Camphost is very nice.

Guide to Hilham

Camping near Hilham, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are several trails nearby, including those at Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The trails though.... oh my goodness, the trails. We stayed 2 nights, so we dedicated 1 day to Pickett and 1 to Big South Fork."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Defeated Creek Campground, are right by the water. A camper shared, "Fishing is right there at your doorstep!"
  • Kayaking: If you enjoy water sports, Edgar Evins State Park Campground is a great spot. One reviewer said, "Kayaking is great! Put in below Center Hill dam."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A visitor at Davy Crockett Campground noted, "Clean bathrooms with hot hot water."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy spots. A reviewer at Kendall Campground mentioned, "Sites are good sized."
  • Wildlife: Campers enjoy seeing deer and other animals. One camper at Defeated Creek Campground said, "The deer wander around here like they own the place! lol."

What you should know:

  • Cell service can be spotty: Many campgrounds, like Salt Lick Creek Campground, have no cell service. A camper mentioned, "Fair warning there is no cell service."
  • Check site conditions: Some sites may have slopes or uneven ground. A visitor at Standing Stone State Park Campground noted, "The RV sites all have slope and not great if you have a large RV."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have showers or laundry facilities. A camper at Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake mentioned, "NO showers."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. One reviewer at Old Mill Camp and General Store said, "The little playground was a blast for the kids."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of things to do. A camper at Edgar Evins State Park Campground enjoyed the lookout tower, saying, "The lookout tower at the office provides a beautiful view."
  • Pack snacks: Having food on hand can keep everyone happy. A visitor at Belle Ridge Retreat mentioned, "The store offers a delightful array of goods, including handmade crafts, local produce, and freshly baked treats."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Old Mill Camp and General Store noted, "We had difficulty getting our 42ft toy hauler into the campsite."
  • Look for electric hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric options. A visitor at Davy Crockett Campground appreciated, "50 amp with excellent voltage."
  • Be aware of road conditions: Some campgrounds have narrow or rough roads. A camper at Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake warned about "narrow, crumbling" roads.

Camping near Hilham, Tennessee, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hilham, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hilham, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 143 campgrounds and RV parks near Hilham, TN and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hilham, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hilham, TN is Standing Stone State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 22 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hilham, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Hilham, TN.

What parks are near Hilham, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 29 parks near Hilham, TN that allow camping, notably Dale Hollow Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake.

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