RV parks around Paris, Tennessee offer access to Kentucky Lake's 2,064 miles of shoreline and 160,000 acres of water. Most campgrounds in the region open year-round with summer highs averaging 90°F and winter lows around 27°F. The area sits at approximately 400 feet elevation with rolling hills characteristic of western Tennessee's landscape.
What to do
Fishing at Kentucky Lake: Birmingham Point Campground provides direct lake access for anglers seeking bass, crappie, and catfish. "This is a nice campground for RV camping, especially if boating and fishing are your interest," notes Erin P., who also mentions "beautiful views" from the waterfront sites.
Explore Land Between the Lakes: Located just minutes from Eagles Nest RV Park, the 170,000-acre national recreation area offers wildlife viewing opportunities. "Eagle's Nest RV Park is a little slice of heaven located just 1500 feet from Kentucky Lake and 10 minutes from Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area," reports Andy S.
Wildlife viewing: The Big Sandy National Wildlife Refuge near Buchanan provides habitat for migratory birds and native species. According to one camper at Eagles Nest RV Park, visitors can spot "deer and eagles in the CG during our overnight stay."
Visit Paris Landing State Park: Located within 15 minutes of several RV parks, this 841-acre state park offers swimming, hiking trails, and boat rentals. "The main attractions nearby are KY Lake, Land Between The Lakes, Paris Landing State Park and the Big Sandy National Wildlife Refuge," mentions a reviewer.
What campers like
Clean, accessible facilities: Parkers Crossroads RV Park maintains exceptionally clean restrooms. One camper observed, "Bathhouses were not fancy but cleaner than most, we were impressed," while another exclaimed, "I am almost sure I am the first person to ever use the bathroom, it was that clean."
Convenience store access: Many campgrounds offer on-site or nearby stores for essentials. "The biggest positive this place has is the convenience store at the entrance," notes a camper about Elk Harbor Lakeside Campground.
Social atmosphere: The campground layout at Parkers Crossroads encourages community. "The sites are without privacy, but it made for great new conversation and new connections," explains one camper who appreciated the social setting.
Walking paths: Southern Comfort RV Park provides dedicated trails for exercise. A visitor mentions the campground offers a "nice walking trail" and another specifically noted the benefit of "pet friendly great place to stay 50 and 30 amp full hookups free WiFi."
What you should know
Seasonal weather considerations: Kentucky Lake area experiences distinct seasons. Summer brings temperatures averaging 87-92°F while winter drops to 27-45°F. Spring often brings rainfall that can affect some sites.
Limited hiking options: Some campgrounds have restricted outdoor activity space. "Personally I enjoy being able to hike and ride a bike which is limited here," mentions a Birmingham Point Campground reviewer.
Weekend noise levels: Some parks experience higher noise levels from nearby establishments. At Eagles Nest RV Park, one camper noted, "Although the campground has no control, on Friday and Saturday nights the two businesses that back up to the park are noisy with music, cars, people. Just be aware."
Site flooding concerns: Several campgrounds have drainage issues during heavy rain. This affects specific sites at certain parks, so inquire before booking during rainy seasons.
Variable cell service: Signal strength varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger reception near Paris and weaker coverage in more remote lake areas.
Tips for camping with families
Lakefront swimming options: Cypress Lakes RV Park offers swimming areas suitable for children. "Kids enjoyed the playground and the reservoir is really beautiful," shares one family, though they noted, "We wish the pool had been open…it's still in the process of a renovation."
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds maintain play areas for children. "Nice play ground for the kids. Also has many activities for the kids," mentions a reviewer at Cypress Lakes RV Park.
Summer activities calendar: Holiday weekends often feature organized events. "Love this campground, very friendly and accommodating. Lots of fun activities on Holiday weekends throughout the summer season," explains a camper at Cypress Lakes RV Park.
Kid-friendly fishing spots: Smaller fishing ponds offer safer alternatives to lake fishing for younger children. "Has a little Lake in it to fish. Not far off the interstate makes it handy," notes a visitor about the on-site pond.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Little Eagle RV Park sites may require additional leveling equipment. The gravel pads are angled for easier backing but some campers recommend bringing leveling blocks for certain sites.
Water pressure considerations: RVers should use pressure regulators at Parkers Crossroads RV Park. During check-in briefings, staff inform campers to "use a reducer as their water pressure is high."
Site selection strategy: At Parkers Crossroads, request specific areas based on rig size. "When we asked how we could get into one of the sites in the 29-35 area, which had plenty of open sites during our stay, we were told those were for big rigs 40' and over," shares one RVer.
RV repair services: Coyote View RV Park offers on-site maintenance services. "If your RV needs service, CAMP HERE! The owners Lowell and Jill are THE BEST HUMANS," writes one grateful camper whose slide-out mechanism needed repair during their trip.
