Best Campgrounds near Rickman, TN

The Upper Cumberland region surrounding Rickman, Tennessee features a diverse mix of camping options within an hour's drive. Standing Stone State Park Campground in nearby Allons provides year-round camping with boat-in, drive-in, and hike-in access for tents, RVs, and cabins. Dale Hollow Damsite in Celina offers seasonal camping from April to November with both tent and RV sites. The area includes several Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds along Center Hill Lake and Dale Hollow Lake, while state parks like Edgar Evins and Fall Creek Falls provide additional developed camping options with varying levels of amenities and natural features.

Many campgrounds in the region require advance reservations, particularly during summer months and holiday weekends. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with limited connectivity in more remote locations. As one camper noted about Rock Island State Park, "Just make sure you have all your supplies before you get there, it is a remote area with no big cities within 50 miles." Spring weather can be unpredictable, with sudden temperature changes possible even in March. Tennessee's rainfall patterns make wooden camping platforms common at some parks, helping campers stay dry during frequent precipitation.

Waterfront sites at lakes and rivers are consistently mentioned as highlights in camper reviews. At Standing Stone State Park, "sites on the outer edges of the loop give a good deal of privacy as they back up to the woods," according to one visitor. The region's waterfalls and hiking trails provide popular activities, with Fall Creek Falls State Park offering "walk-in tent sites and RV sites with hookups" that are "well spaced and wooded, so even if the campground is full, you don't feel overcrowded." Wildlife sightings, particularly deer, are common at many campgrounds. Terrain varies from flat, developed sites to more rugged areas requiring high-clearance vehicles, with some campgrounds featuring significant elevation changes that may challenge accessibility.

Best Camping Sites Near Rickman, Tennessee (130)

    1. Old Mill Camp and General Store

    22 Reviews
    Bloomington Springs, TN
    10 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."

    2. Standing Stone State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Allons, TN
    15 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."

    3. Spacious Skies Belle Ridge

    14 Reviews
    Monterey, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 241-4341

    $29 - $249 / night

    "I seek off the beaten path places, and this campground is a gem."

    "First, one advantage/disadvantage is it is located right off 40. If you are placed in one of the sites in the front it’s going to be very noisy."

    4. Edgar Evins State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Lancaster, TN
    27 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."

    5. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    145 Reviews
    Spencer, TN
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 881-5298

    $8 - $32 / night

    "Fall creek falls is one of the best recreational areas in Tennessee. The park is very large and has so much to do. The falls are amazing, and it’s a moderate hike down to the base."

    "Tons to do at one of Tennessee’s top state parks."

    6. Davy Crockett Campground

    14 Reviews
    Pleasant Hill, TN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 277-3800

    "Tennessee State Parks are typically well kept and scenic."

    "We chose Davy Crockery’s because of its proximity to the interstate. We spent 3 nights. We arrived after dark so the office was closed, but check in is online so it didn’t matter."

    7. Birdwell Farm

    1 Review
    Rickman, TN
    6 miles

    $38 - $58 / night

    "Close to anything you need."

    8. Dale Hollow Damsite

    8 Reviews
    Hilham, TN
    20 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."

    9. Holpps Pine Ridge Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Monterey, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 445-3487

    $25 - $30 / night

    "The small camp ground has a beautiful surrounding with a farm and the lake. Nice to walk down to the lake in the morning and watch the fog lift off the water."

    "It is located in Monterey, TN near hwy 127, which is the site of the “World’s Longest Yard Sale”, so there’s lots of picking to be done nearby, if you’re in to that sort of thing!"

    10. Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake

    21 Reviews
    Silver Point, TN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 858-4845

    $24 - $50 / night

    ". 2nd the layout is more tent friendly (to me) with walk in sites with some nice views."

    "It was okay, but not good for anyone who cannot handle a lot of stairs. 2) There was a lot of boat traffic on the lake, even late into the night."

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Recent Reviews near Rickman, TN

805 Reviews of 130 Rickman Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • 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!

  • G
    Jul. 26, 2025

    COE Cordell Hull Lake Salt Lick Creek Campground

    Very disappointing

    What a disappointment and I’ve heard so many wonderful things about this campground. I checked in at the appropriate time. There was no one at the gate, no packet no information. I found my campsite and pulled in quite unlevel due to deep divots in the gravel… used baby wipes embedded in the gravel, foul trash in the fire ring, and the campsite had been vacant according to the website for at least a week Obviously no preparation had taken place. Never saw a Ranger never saw host. I left one day early only to find that they have listed me as a cancellation thereby excluding me from being able to leave a recommendation on their website I’ll not be returning.

  • Paul M.
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Kendall Campground

    Army Corps is great!

    This campground is tremendous. Very clean nice camp host, flush toilets and showers.

  • Paul M.
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Old Chimney RV Park

    Appears to be new

    This is a small campground that appears to be new. FHU and good WiFi throughout the grounds. Limited shaded sites. No showers or bathrooms.


Guide to Rickman

Camping sites near Rickman, Tennessee offer diverse terrain ranging from waterfront sites at an elevation of 900-1,500 feet to wooded highlands on the Cumberland Plateau. The region experiences significant rainfall year-round, with summer highs averaging 85-90°F and winter lows often below freezing from December through February. Many campers report reliable cell service at lower elevation campgrounds while plateau locations have more limited connectivity.

What to Do

Swimming at natural spots: Old Mill Camp and General Store is located directly across from Cummins Falls State Park, which features what one camper called "the single best swimming hole in the US." For those preferring maintained swimming areas, check out the sandy playground and swimming lake at Spacious Skies Belle Ridge.

Fishing opportunities: Catch rainbow trout near Dale Hollow Damsite, which parallels the Obey River. "Plenty of fish opportunities from boat, kayak, wading and shoreline," reports one visitor. The campground is also near a fish hatchery, making it a prime spot for anglers.

Hiking trails: Spacious Skies Belle Ridge offers hiking with spectacular views. "We enjoyed hiking the trails (and taking in the spectacular views of the Plateau)!" mentions one camper. The campground has a waterfall hike described as "really lovely" by visitors.

What Campers Like

Well-maintained facilities: Standing Stone State Park Campground receives consistent praise for cleanliness. "The bathroom is clean and maintained," notes one camper. Another adds that "you can drive right up to the cabin and park" with "full amenities and lots of room, depending on which cabin you choose."

Water recreation: Holpps Pine Ridge Lake Campground offers a private lake perfect for multiple water activities. One visitor explains, "A private, family owned lake, which was built by the family in the 50's or 60's... large enough for boats and jet ski's, but calm enough for kayaks and paddle boards."

Natural features: Edgar Evins State Park Campground offers unique platform camping. "We stayed in the primitive camping section which has a parking area up top and you hike with your equipment down some stairs into a wooded area... We could see and hear the lake from our campsite," writes one camper.

What You Should Know

Site layouts vary dramatically: Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake has waterfront sites with challenging access at some locations. "Some of the campsites towards the back of the campground have a good amount of stairs. It was okay, but not good for anyone who cannot handle a lot of stairs," reports one visitor.

Reservations crucial for waterfront: Popular lakefront sites at Holpps Pine Ridge Lake Campground fill quickly but can sometimes be booked on short notice. "We were able to reserve two lakefront sites a week before arrival in July!" shares one camper.

Highway proximity considerations: At Spacious Skies Belle Ridge, road noise can be a factor. "If you are placed in one of the sites in the front it's going to be very noisy. We were in the middle of the campground and it was occasionally loud, but not terrible."

Tips for Camping with Families

Kid-friendly water options: Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground offers multiple swimming opportunities, including cascades near the nature center. One visitor advises families to "swim in the cascades next to the nature center" as a must-do activity.

Nature exploration: Standing Stone State Park provides outdoor education opportunities with its fish hatchery and historic structures. "The park has lots of great hiking trails, a playground, and a pool with concessions," notes one visitor.

Playground access: Many campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. At Old Mill Camp, "Each tent and RV stall has its own picnic table and fire pit, spacing out each stall so it has fair privacy," with easy access to the state park across the street.

Tips from RVers

Platform considerations: At Edgar Evins State Park, RVs park on wooden platforms. "Parking sites are on wooden platforms which was fine for our Winnebago Revel," explains one RVer, though this requires advance planning for stabilization.

Access challenges: Some campgrounds have tight turns or narrow roads. At Standing Stone State Park, "my very experienced in driving a trailer husband had to take several attempts to back in due to trees closely lining the road and drop offs on the side of the road."

Hookup availability: Davy Crockett Campground offers full hookup sites with trash cans at each location. "Sewer at every site. No picnic tables but did have fire ring," notes one RVer, though the layout receives mixed reviews.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Rickman, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Rickman, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 130 campgrounds and RV parks near Rickman, TN and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Rickman, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Rickman, TN is Old Mill Camp and General Store with a 4.5-star rating from 22 reviews.

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

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

What parks are near Rickman, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 28 parks near Rickman, TN that allow camping, notably Dale Hollow Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake.