britni M.
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ScoutBowling Green KOA
Everything we needed
Great pull through spots. Every ammenity needed. Pet friendly with dog park for off-leash use. If ever that way again, will definitely us. 30 minites from Mammoth Cave.
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Nashville North's pet-friendly campground accommodates RV travelers, tent campers, cabin users, and glamping enthusiasts 20 minutes from downtown Nashville. The campground provides level gravel sites, full hookups with 30/50 amp service, and clean shower facilities for guests traveling with dogs. Sites are positioned close together with limited privacy, and highway noise is notable throughout the property. Grand Ole RV Resort & Market and Camp Nashville Highland Rim also welcome pets with adequate space for dog walking. Tight quarters at Nashville North mean pets need close supervision as sites have minimal separation between neighbors.
Goodlettsville area campgrounds offer dedicated pet exercise areas where dogs can stretch their legs after travel. Bathroom facilities remain accessible 24 hours with coded entry at Grand Ole RV Resort, important for nighttime pet walks. The constant train noise at some locations might disturb noise-sensitive pets, particularly during overnight hours. Most pet-friendly sites maintain basic amenities including water hookups, electricity, and trash service, though pet waste stations are limited. Visitors note that while Nashville North provides decent dog walking areas, the proximity to the highway requires careful monitoring of pets. RJourney Clarksville RV Resort and Montgomery Bell State Park also accommodate pets with varying levels of amenities and natural surroundings for pet exercise.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Springfield (71)
1. Nashville KOA Resort
"Nice and quiet, adequate shade during the day, and right next to the dog park! 5 bars of 5Ge on AT&T and the campground WiFi was good enough to get some work done."
"Family and pet friendly with plenty of walking space, playground and multiple fenced in areas for the dogs to play off leash. 20/30/50 amp power, water and sewer hookups at most sites."
2. Grand Ole RV Resort & Market
"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."
"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."
3. Nashville North
"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."
4. Two Rivers Campground
"It is located within a loop of the Cumberland River, between two RV dealer/repair facilities and surrounded by two RV CGs- it’s a busy area."
"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."
5. Lock A
"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."
"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."
from $24 - $28 / night
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"Play area, pool and dog park. Site pretty level. Quiet"
"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"
from $49 - $75 / night
Check Availability7. Cedar Creek (TN)
"We came from Idaho to Tennessee in May for two weeks and this was our first campsite. We fell in love with peaceful walks along the river, watching the ducks and birds along with a few turtles 🐢."
"Bathrooms near to the entrance were a little dated, but the ones near the dump station were nicer. The playground/beach area was nice."
from $30 - $50 / night
Check Availability8. Montgomery Bell State Park Campground
"Camping at the Wild Cat Backcountry site is AWESOME!! It's about a 1.7 mile hike which is not too bad!! Totally secluded and enjoyable!"
"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"
9. Nashville RV and Cabins Resort
"There’s no WOW to this RV park, but the people are nice and it provides a quiet and convenient location to stay in Nashville."
10. Red River Valley
"You can pick any spot throughout the property, close to the restroom and facilities, or far. It's super laid back."
from $10 - $50 / night
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Drive Time
- 26 min from Nashville, TN
- 38 min from Clarksville, TN
- 50 min from Bowling Green, KY
- 1 hr 40 min from Owensboro, KY
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Springfield, TN
621 Reviews of 71 Springfield Campgrounds
Shelly S.
LegendBowling Green KOA
Why would I pay that much?!
My brother visits KOA’s all the time for camping. Me, not so much. I have a hard time paying $40 for a tent site when I can camp for free or under $20. The Bowling Green KOA, Ky is located on the outskirts of Bowling Green near the I65 and Natcher interchange. You can actually see the back end of the campground from the ramp that connects the two. My first thought when considering a stay.
I spoke with two of the very friendly and helpful ladies in the office and got a plethora of information. So much so that I’m sure I’ll forget some of it, but here goes;) So first with your fee you recieve (you and all your group) a free game of Minature Golf a day. Next there is wifi and cable available. There is a swimming pool on site and two pay lakes with paddle boats. A dog park and short trail. Depending on the month you visit there are also special incentives to stay an extra night. In May some of your fee is donated to Camp. With a KOA card there are special incentives too and you earn points with every stay. So, all that being said I did purchase a KOA card. Though this is not my favorite type of camping it will come in handy on an upcoming trip and when I camp with my brother ;) I was pleasantly surprised that the interstate noise was mostly not noticiple. There are plenty of trees that help block the noise and offer a lot of shade. We were in a busier site at the end of Abby Dr but it was an easy walk to the two small “lakes“( more like ponds ) and the dog park and showerhouse (with dogwash station) were a short walk away. Not much else to do but a fun enough spot for younger kids. ( no “bears“ to take photos with) and not as many special activities as some other theme campgrounds. This is a nice older campground, worth a night or two visit to get away from the grind for a bit.
MickandKarla W.LegendBowling Green KOA
Nice KOA
This KOA was easy to find by following our GPS. We checked in about 45 minutes prior to their 1:00 PM check in time and they didn’t even mention us being early. We decided we didn’t need an escort to our site as it was near the office. We proceeded to deluxe-patio pull-through site H-4 with FHUs. The utilities were nicely placed in the middle of the pad. Water pressure was good at about 50 psi. This site has plenty of shade as does most sites in the campground (CG) due to mature trees, so we did not put out Starlink. We got 4 bars LTE on Verizon and used our MiFi versus Starlink. Site H-4 has a utility box on the yard side, so we had extra space between the adjacent site. They have a decent sized dog park with an agility set up. This KOA has a lot of amenities and lives up to a Holiday KOA rating. The dog park is a nice size. They have a decent laundry room behind the office with 4 washers and 8 dryers. It’s$2.50 to wash and$1.50 to dry. They have 2 fishing ponds. The large one you can keep 2 fish for$20 and the small one is catch and release. There’s some traffic noise from I-65 and surrounding roads. Our main reason to visit the area was to visit the National Corvette Museum. We enjoyed our two night stay.
- ddawn C.
GuideNashville Shores Lakeside Resort
Fun, clean, quiet
This campground was very convenient for those visiting the Nashville area, its just off the highway and they offer shuttles for a fee to downtown and opryland. The check in process was quick and simple, the staff were genuinely friendly and helpful. Our campsite was easy to find and very clean. 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. The waterpark is just steps away, I would suggest not eating food within the park it is over priced and not very tasty, go to the marina restaurant or eat at your campsite. They have a dog park to exercise your dogs and you can't beat the views. I would recommend this campground.
- DDiane P.Scout
RJourney Clarksville RV Resort
Clean and nice
Lady running the place was friendly and helpful. Park was very very clean. Bathrooms were very clean and showers had locking stall doors. Play area, pool and dog park. Site pretty level. Quiet
deb K.LegendNashville KOA Resort
Good campground, close to everything
Site wasnt great and had to level rig a bit. Patio was small and not well kept. Cable and Wi-Fi were great. Amenities also nice. Dog park and laundry were very small. Shuttle to downtown very convenient. Very expensive for gravel site with small patio. Staff all seemed friendly.
- JJames C.Guide
Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort
Awesome for families
This place is great! There is a lake with all sorts of water craft to rent. There is a high water park as part of the complex (separate fee). All sites have full hookups including cable. All roads are paved. All sites are level. There is even a dog park so your 4 legged family members can run free too.
- Randall B.
TravelerFour Corners Resort and Marina
Lakefront camping at its best!
Four Corners RV resort is a fantastic find just 21 miles South of Nashville. We paid a weekly rate of $879 including taxes and fees for a back in waterfront site. We have fantastic water views from both sides of the coach. The pads are all concrete, wide sites, include a fire ring and picnic table. They have several fishing and boating docks. They have a dog park and a swimming beach with dog bath upon exiting the beach. They also have a nice adult pool and a large kiddie pool. They have a lot of Canadian Geese which are fun to watch but leave their droppings everywhere. The campground is very dog friendly with a lot of dog litter bags and trash cans throughout the campground. This campground is a great staging place for visiting numerous sites in Nashville. We like this campground and really have enjoyed the water views, we recommend this campground and will be back.
Jason F.LegendNashville KOA Resort
Just as good the second time through
This was our second time staying here during the pandemic. The staff were extremely helpful and pleasant and all employees were masked when indoors. We decided to try a back-in spot (R12) along the wall that separates the KOA from the RV campground next door. Nice and quiet, adequate shade during the day, and right next to the dog park! 5 bars of 5Ge on AT&T and the campground WiFi was good enough to get some work done.
This is without a doubt one of the nicest KOA’s we’ve visited. We would absolutely stay here again.
Guide to Springfield
Camping near Springfield, Tennessee offers convenient access to both natural settings and Nashville attractions within a 30-mile radius. The Cumberland River watershed provides multiple waterfront camping opportunities throughout the region. Most campgrounds in this area maintain year-round availability with peak season extending from April through October.
What to do
Riverfront activities: Cedar Creek Campground provides direct access to Old Hickory Lake where visitors can enjoy shoreline activities. "Sites closer to the waterfront are beautiful and more spread out than the inland sites," notes Jay B., who appreciated the "nice coated metal mesh large picnic table and fire ring" at their site.
Live music experiences: The Grand Ole RV Resort & Market schedules regular entertainment for guests staying close to Nashville. "Live music every night was nice," mentions Ed S., while another visitor noted, "The entertainment for NYE was seriously the most fun we've had out in a while. Nothing says Nashville like live country music!"
Historical exploration: At Montgomery Bell State Park Campground, campers can visit historical sites within the park boundaries. "There is a beautiful waterfall and an adorable old church," writes Faith S., while another visitor mentioned they "visited here with a church group because it is the founding place of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church."
What campers like
Convenient Nashville access: The Nashville KOA Resort provides strategic positioning for city exploration without urban camping constraints. "The proximity to the Opry and surrounding sites is fantastic," shares Jennifer H., who also appreciated the "top that off with front desk, event and maintenance staff that were all super nice."
Riverside views: Lock A Campground offers waterfront sites along the Cumberland River. "We were just a little bit off of the river in site 36. The electricity was 50/30 and the power pole looked new," writes Guy M., who added "It's pretty cool watching the big barges move up and down the river during the day."
Assistance with parking: Campground staff at many locations actively help with site navigation. One camper at Two Rivers Campground reported that "A man even led us to our site in a golf cart and helped my fiancé back in and park our trailer, which was a huge help."
What you should know
Ambient noise levels: Many campgrounds near major roadways experience traffic noise. A visitor to Nashville North noted, "Noisy due to the highway that runs right on the other side of the tree line," while another mentioned the "constant train noise at some locations might disturb noise-sensitive pets."
Site spacing considerations: Campsite proximity varies significantly between properties. At Red River Valley, "You can pick any spot throughout the property, close to the restroom and facilities, or far. It's super laid back," according to Hope R., contrasting with tighter arrangements elsewhere.
Reservation timing: Popular sites book quickly, particularly during peak seasons. "Check out the creekside campsites and book early if you want to accommodate your group OR get a spot. Sites are able to booked 6 months ahead, so think ahead," advises a Montgomery Bell State Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain dedicated play areas for children. At Two Rivers Campground, one family mentioned "paved roads the kids loved scootering on," while Montgomery Bell offers a "great pavilion, Vb court, ball diamond, and playground, the far side of the camp is perfect for families."
Water features: Creekside camping provides natural entertainment for children. "Children can wade in the creek all day, while parents enjoy sitting outside under all the shade trees," noted a visitor to Montgomery Bell State Park about their creek-adjacent site.
Pet-friendly options: Camp Nashville Highland Rim welcomes pets with spacious sites for exercise. According to a camper, "At Camp Nashville, you can make day trips to the city and come back to your cozy campsite after a day exploring the city," making it suitable for families with pets seeking both urban activities and outdoor time.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: RVers note varying experiences with site preparation across campgrounds. At Lock A, one RVer reported "The site was within a quarter inch of level and was a concrete pad," while others mentioned bringing leveling blocks for gravel sites elsewhere.
Campground utilities: Water and electrical hookup placement varies between sites. As one RVer at Montgomery Bell noted, "The site I had was a little awkward backing into and the water hookup was on the wrong side for my camper." Check utility locations when making reservations.
Alternative transport options: Several campgrounds offer shuttle services to Nashville attractions. "They have a shuttle bus stop to make this a true resort," noted a KOA visitor, while another mentioned "$10 round trip shuttle that takes you to downtown Nashville from the campground parking lot which is super convenient!"
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