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Camping near Pleasant View, Tennessee encompasses a mix of Corps of Engineers sites, state parks, and private RV resorts within a 30-mile radius of town. The area sits between Cheatham Lake and the Cumberland River, providing water-based recreation opportunities alongside woodland camping experiences. Lock A Campground in nearby Ashland City offers basic waterfront sites with boat access, while Montgomery Bell State Park provides year-round camping with more extensive recreational facilities including hiking trails, fishing, and paddling opportunities. Nashville-area KOAs and private RV resorts serve as convenient bases for exploring both natural areas and Music City attractions. According to reviews, Lock A provides "fully shaded sites all day long," making it particularly valuable during hot summer months.
Most campgrounds in the Pleasant View area are open year-round, though Corps of Engineers sites like Cheatham Lake Lock A operate seasonally from April through October. Summer humidity and heat can be intense, with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through August. Mosquitoes are common near water, particularly at lakeside sites. Winter camping is mild with occasional freezing temperatures. Most established campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer months and Nashville event weekends. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with Verizon providing the strongest coverage at most campgrounds. Roads to campgrounds are paved and accessible for most vehicles, though some reviews note narrow, winding access roads that can be challenging for larger RVs.
Family-friendly options abound, with Montgomery Bell State Park offering extensive facilities for groups and families, including playgrounds, swimming areas, and spacious sites. RV-specific campgrounds like Grand Ole RV Resort feature full hookups but typically have closer site spacing. For those seeking more seclusion, primitive tent sites can be found at Montgomery Bell State Park's hike-in areas. Water access is a highlight of the region, with many campgrounds near Pleasant View offering boat ramps, fishing opportunities, and swimming areas. Pet-friendly policies are standard at most campgrounds, though leash requirements are strictly enforced. Visitors note that weekend reservations should be made well in advance, particularly during Nashville's busy tourism season from spring through fall.
"There is a walking trail, swim area, and Cheatham dam is close by. There are a few play grounds on the property. Do not come here if you want to do anything outside of camping."
"We hiked the Bicentennial Trail (13.3 miles long from start to finish) which was also shaded and with geocaches. We went with our 2 dogs and 2 kids."
from $24 - $28 / night
Check Availability"Campground Review: Montgomery Bell State Park The Four Mile Campground is nestled in a hollow offering shade and creekage on one side plus several of the trailheads start nearby and you are close"
"It is a beautiful state park known as the"Queen of Tennessee's State Parks". There are 4,000 acres with mountain biking, fishing, hiking, picnic areas, kayaking/canoeing, and a golf course."
"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."
"Easy access to the River. Absolutely beautiful mornings with the fog over the water to look at while you sip your coffee. The sites are spaced well apart. No bad sites here."
"There are several recreation areas nearby to enjoy in addition to Harpeth."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"The Grand Ole RV Resort is a nice park to stay in near all the fun and sightseeing of Nashville, Tennessee. The campground is very tidy and well-kept."
"There’s a train that passes by on the nearby track a couple of times a day, but it was never super early or late and didn’t bother us at all."
"If only Clarksville wasn’t so close to the highway... great location, much shade, good distance between rigs, level gravel pads... great public areas, very hospitable staff.... just a bit noisy from the"
"This campground is located real close to I24. You can see & hear it. Know that before you book. That aside, it’s a nice campground."
from $49 - $75 / night
Check Availability"It has conveinient access to I65 and Highway 31W. They have 30/50amp full service hookups and Cabins.
One of the coolest deals is the local winery deals while staying there."
"For restaurants and grocery runs, take I-65 South to exit 97. Of course, you have the Nashville scene, but check out Mansker’s Station for some rich history of true pioneer spirit."
"Lock A campground located near Ashland City,TN on the Cumberland River. It’s located a little bit upriver from the Cheatham lock and dam. We were just a little bit off of the river in site 36."
from $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
"But given where they are located, crammed in with two other RV parks and a Camping World all next to the highway, there isn't any way to make things better."
"Cozy little place next to a creek."
"Hear a little bit of highway noise but the beauty and peace far outweighed that."
from $26 - $44 / night
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ScoutI live within an hour of this campground, and saw a one night opening with good weather, so trying it out. Every site is level concrete, and has a view of the river. Each site (15 total) has power and water. One dump station in campground. Bath house is good and clean. Best part, with my American the beautiful pass, its only $11 night.
ScoutTHEY WILL STATE YOU DIDN'T STAY HERE IF YOU LEAVE A NEGATIVE REVIEW! The river is beautiful along with all the wildlife.(Wild turkeys, cows, horses, deer, donkeys and goats) Pizza and cookies at the store are fantastic. The girls work very hard in the office and are always cheerful and helpful. Location gets a 3 only because it's really in the middle of nowhere. Not necessarily a bad thing! Now for the actual bad. I lived here over a year and things changed so much and its the main reason we just left. Incessant dog barking with no consequences. Way too much dog feces in the park which could so easily be fixed with a cheap camera and lights. Suppose to be gun and drug free. Neither are even close to true. Rules are not enforced at all! Needs new management. When you make a special trip to the office to inform management that there is water pouring out of bottom of rv that the people aren't there and it takes 7 hours for them to walk over and shut the water off?? And these was damage to rv. Fact! Loose dogs running around scaring guests, ripping into garbage, bothering guests kids and dogs. 10 year rule? 20 year rule? Freezers outside campers? This place could be a 5 star with better management and not a family running it like it's their own property. No Christmas or Halloween decorations? Lastly there's a bad review left a few months ago that I was accused of leaving called into the office and ordered to remove by management
TravelerNice facility, friendly staff, well kept. Easy drive to the downtown area or to the Grand Ole Opry area.
GuideNicely laid out sites that are expansive and well kept. Great views of the lake.
LegendWe stayed one night at Cedar Creek Campground while traveling north and appreciated its location, which allowed us to bypass Nashville traffic by using I-840 and TN-45. We followed the route using RV Trip Wizard and Waze, although Waze wanted to route us through I-40. Coming in from the south, we did not see any brown campground signs until we reached the marina entrance. The final approach travels through a narrow, hilly rural-suburban area before arriving at the campground. Check-in was quick, and we headed to back-in Site 22 with 50/30/20-amp electric and water. Immediately after leaving the check-in station, there is a fairly tight right-hand turn. The attendant specifically warned us to take it wide, explaining they occasionally see larger rigs scrape there. The site length was accurately represented on Recreation.gov and accommodated our 40-foot fifth wheel, although we needed to unhitch to park our F-450 alongside the trailer. Utilities were conveniently located near the middle of the site, water pressure was excellent, and the site included a newer picnic table, fire ring with cooking grate, and lantern post. We received three bars on Verizon and two bars on T-Mobile. Our T-Mobile Home Internet averaged 193 Mbps download and 1.3 Mbps upload. With the heavy tree canopy, Starlink availability will vary considerably by site, and we doubt Site 22 would have provided a usable view of the sky. The campground has two bathhouses, with the newer facility offering individual shower rooms. The older bathhouse had two coin-operated machines, although the dryer was out of service during our stay. The lakeside sites are more generously spaced, while the interior loops connect to one another, making the back sides of the loops feel very close together, with some sites almost sitting on top of each other. Sites 54 and 56B appeared to be among the better choices for larger rigs. Although we didn't use the dump station, it looked manageable for a 40-foot rig despite reviews suggesting otherwise. The biggest consideration is maneuverability. The roads are narrow, several turns are sharp, and there are trees and drainage ditches throughout the campground. We exited without incident, but even on a Thursday with light occupancy, it required careful driving. Had the campground been full with vehicles parked along the roads, navigating a large RV would have been considerably more challenging. Overall, we enjoyed the peaceful Corps of Engineers setting and the opportunity to avoid Nashville traffic, but for our 40-foot fifth wheel, we're not convinced the extra maneuvering required is worth the tradeoff for future overnight stays.
ScoutGreat spot. Lots of dog areas and cool hangout area around the pool.
TravelerCampsites are door to door. Theyve packed alot of campers in a little area. On the plus side there is sewer hookups at each campsite
GuideWe have now been here 7 times in the past 3 months. We love it. The campground is so beautiful and peaceful and the camp hosts are the best.
ScoutFriendly, clean, services include trash pickup at each site. Help onsite 24 hours. Clean toilets and washroom.
Campsites near Pleasant View, Tennessee offer riverside and lakefront options throughout the Cumberland River watershed. The area sits at approximately 700 feet elevation with terrain characterized by rolling hills and limestone outcroppings. Summer temperatures regularly reach the mid-90s with high humidity, while winter lows typically remain above 25°F, allowing for extended camping seasons at many sites.
Creek exploration: At Montgomery Bell State Park Campground, the waterways provide natural recreation for all ages. "Children can wade in the creek all day, why parents enjoy sitting outside under all the shade trees. The park has tons of activities and good hiking trails," notes Tammy P.
Historical sites: The state park area contains preserved buildings and cultural sites worth exploring. "It is beautiful, peaceful and serene. We visited here with a church group because it is the founding place of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church," explains Alicia B. The park also features "a beautiful waterfall and an adorable old church," according to Faith S.
Barge watching: Lock A Campground offers unique river views with commercial traffic. "It's pretty cool watching the big barges move up and down the river during the day, but at night it's a little loud," reports Guy M. Visitors often enjoy fishing while watching river traffic pass.
Level sites: Many campgrounds feature well-maintained, level camping spots. At Lock A, one visitor noted, "The site was within a quarter inch of level and was a concrete pad. Each site had its own trash can that were emptied frequently." Proper site preparation makes for easier setup.
Water views: Harpeth River Bridge Campground provides scenic riverside camping. "It's a beautiful find. Small with only 15 sites but they are all concrete level pads. Easy access to the River. Absolutely beautiful mornings with the fog over the water to look at while you sip your coffee," shares Rona S.
Live entertainment: Grand Ole RV Resort brings Nashville flavor closer to Pleasant View. "Live music every night was nice. Backing my trailer is not my strong suite but they guided me through it like it was nothing," explains Ed S. The resort maintains Nashville's music tradition with regular performances.
Train proximity: Some campgrounds near Pleasant View have railroad tracks nearby. At Grand Ole RV Resort, "Trains rolling by at 3 am is not how I like to spend my night. It's not the campground's fault by any means, but I will consider another option next time I'm in Nashville," writes Jeff P.
Highway noise: Traffic sound affects several campgrounds. At Nashville North KOA, reviewers note the proximity issue: "Noisy due to the highway that runs right on the other side of the tree line," explains Mary L.
Site spacing: Many RV parks have closely spaced sites. According to one reviewer at Nashville North KOA, "The sites are very very close together." Another camper noted, "We were in the center of the park, which didn't have much shade, but the outer edge sites seemed more wooded."
Reservation challenges: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Make your reservations early!! Beautiful area lakes, groomed trails, nice hosts - highly recommend," advises Andrea R. about Montgomery Bell State Park.
Playground access: Clarksville RV Resort provides dedicated play areas. "This RV park was clean and spacious. The staff were very friendly and directed us to our site via golf cart. The sites were large and level," reports Drew S. The resort includes "a pool and playground" among its amenities.
Creek activities: Children can enjoy safe water play at appropriate sites. Montgomery Bell State Park offers creek access where "children can wade in the creek all day," making it a natural entertainment option without additional cost.
Tent-only sites: Some campgrounds offer dedicated spaces for tent campers. "We chose to stay in the tent only camping sites. They are spread out far enough that you don't feel like you are in one another's space," explains Lexi S. about Montgomery Bell State Park.
Group facilities: For family reunions or multi-family trips, look for campgrounds with group amenities. "With a great pavilion, volleyball court, ball diamond, and playground, the far side of the camp is perfect for families, groups, and events," recommends one visitor to Montgomery Bell State Park.
Access considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging entry roads. At Lock A, campers advise: "Make sure you have good brakes because the road coming into the campground is a little steep!"
Hook-up locations: RVers should check utility placement before selecting sites. One camper at Montgomery Bell State Park noted "the water hookup was on the wrong side for my camper," which required additional hose length.
Site size verification: Confirm your site can accommodate your complete setup. At Two Rivers Campground, "Parking with our truck and trailer was a little awkward, we were a little too long for the spot we were in and the person next to us had the same issue," reports Megan A.
Senior discounts: Lock A Campground offers significant savings for eligible campers. "Senior Pass $12/night. Wide, level campsite on the water. Very nice and well kept," notes Arthur P. This represents substantial savings compared to regular rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Pleasant View, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, Pleasant View, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 97 campgrounds and RV parks near Pleasant View, TN and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Pleasant View, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pleasant View, TN is Lock A with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Pleasant View, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Pleasant View, TN.
What parks are near Pleasant View, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Pleasant View, TN that allow camping, notably Old Hickory Lake and J Percy Priest Lake.
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