4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Piney River Resort and River Road RV Park & Horse Camp provide full hookup options for RVs within 30 miles of Thompson's Station. Piney River features 114 year-round sites including waterfront locations with concrete pads, while River Road offers more basic facilities on a working farm with gravel sites. "The paved pad for my spot barely fit my RV and made my trailer bottom out and scratch when pulling out," noted one visitor about maneuvering at Piney River, highlighting the importance of selecting the right site for larger rigs. Grand Ole RV Resort & Market in Goodlettsville offers big rig friendly sites with 50-amp service, and Four Corners RV Resort provides lakefront options with concrete pads that accommodate larger motorhomes.
Several parks near Thompson's Station advise using their specific directions rather than GPS navigation. According to one visitor, "The 'RV friendly directions' included an 8-mile hilly and windy road that turned into dirt halfway through with lots of potholes, quick turns, and skinny roadways." Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with spotty coverage reported at some locations—River Road campers noted almost no Verizon service and no T-Mobile coverage. Most RV parks in the region remain open year-round, though availability tightens considerably during Nashville tourism peaks and summer months. Dump stations and sewer hookups are standard at most parks, but propane services are limited, requiring advance planning for longer stays.
"We stayed here twice as our first stops leaving “home” when we started full-timing this summer. Both stays were quite, with plenty of things to explore around the property."
"Very close to the freeway. Great for overnight or extended stay. Nice pull through sites."
"This park is located on a peninsula on a lake close to Nashville. Almost every site has a view of the water on flat concrete big pads. Some sites, on higher land, are mostly long term residents."
"Sitting in a lake, the campground is a peninsula surrounded by water. Great views, super clean and very nice amenities. Saturday night they had a band and a Halloween celebration. Very safe."
"I’m hesitant to write this review because this is our new close-to-home GO-TO camping spot and we don’t want it to get booked up. 😆 It is new, quiet, and extremely well-priced."
"Additionally, we were right next to one of the courtesy docks where our family members picked us up on their boat, enjoying the lake coves and scenery."
"I have a large motorhome and pulling a long enclosed trailer."
"The main campground is typical for RV resorts, sites pretty close together and in the open, but the sites along the river, where we were(site 1), all have concrete pads, are reasonably spaced and right"
from $69 - $95 / night
"Nashville North KOA is a well developed park with large level sites. It has conveinient access to I65 and Highway 31W. They have 30/50amp full service hookups and Cabins."
"Not super impressed with the grounds and the noise level, but everything else is great. The highway is really noisy, and the spot we got was full of really harsh gravel and rocks."
"The sites were level and clean, with both pull-through and back-in options. Full hookups were available, and there’s a small laundry area with a shower and bathroom."
from $30 - $65 / night
"We stayed in the center of the park, which didn’t have much shade, but the outer edge sites seemed more wooded."
"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."
"Has shuttle service to downtown for 10.00 great price. Very friendly staff."
"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."
"Full hook ups. Senior discount. Will handle tents to big rigs. Beautiful lake view. Friendly people. Bath house nice and clean. Long nice drive back to campground cell services very weak."
"Has dog park and swimming pool and beach area ! Has laundry rooms and bath n shower houses heck ya !"
from $45 - $100 / night
TravelerNow called Paradise Ridge. They have owned it for just over a year. There are 87 sites. Mostly long term parking but we got in for a night on our way out of Nashville. We paid $64.38 for one night. It was full hook up. Nice location from Nashville. Mail and UPS delivery. The only bummer is close to I-24. So if you can’t do some road noise you would not like it. The people that checked us in were very nice and helpful.
GuideIt's a beautiful place to take walks and look at all of God's beauty while doing it;) Then you have your beautiful water to enjoy while being under the moon… a wonderful place with the right person or even by yourself to get a sweet escape!
GuideCampground people were very nice the sites are in the trees very very close . If you’re going to stay more than one night I would go somewhere else. You will trip over your neighbors sewer and bump into the slide out on your way out of your RV thats how close you are .they charge $55 a night for full hook up and it is not far from the HYW
LegendWife and I really enjoyed this park. It was whisper quiet despite being in middle of town. No sewer here if needed. Perfect place to stay if touring Jack Daniels. Lots of open areas and grass for puppies. Instructions are not very clear how to check in. Just go to visitor center then go to wiseman park. It’s zero frills, but just what you need for 1-2 nights.
LegendWe followed RV Life Trip Wizard GPS and Waze off I-40 to Nashville Shores RV Resort without any issues. Check-in was quick, easy, and informative, and we headed to back-in site 7 with full hookups (FHUs). The concrete pad was level, with the water hookup located at the very back of the site. Water pressure was good at around 60 psi but dropped somewhat as the campground (CG) filled up over the weekend. We had 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile, with T-Mobile providing a respectable 108 Mbps download. We used our T-Mobile Home Internet, which delivered 126 Mbps, rather than Starlink. Although there were trees along the CG's perimeter, most sites appeared to have a reasonably clear view of the sky for satellite internet. Site spacing was okay, although neighboring RVs were still fairly close. Several sites were located along the lake, with a few appearing long enough to accommodate larger rigs. We suggest calling the office for details on reserving one of those waterfront sites. One of our favorite amenities was the large fenced dog run, with plenty of room to throw a ball and let our pup burn off some energy. We also appreciated having two fire pits at our site. One was behind our rig, providing a nice spot away from the CG road, while the other was near the front, next to a small concrete patio with a picnic table. Although the CG filled up during our mid-October weekend stay, the adjacent water park had closed for the season on October 1. Without the water park crowds and activity, we found Nashville Shores to be a very enjoyable place to stay."
GuideI liked this NPS free campground on the Natchez Trace. It is convenient to the Nashville Area and accessible by other nice highways, not just the Trace. The town of Hohenwald is just a couple of miles away.
There were many camping people on a Friday night in October from strictly tenters to fancy busses and everything in between (motorcycles, truck campers, suv campers, car campers etc). Everyone was respectful of others and quiet at night.
The grounds have lots of mature trees and the pads are in pretty good condition and fairly level. There are pull-throughs and back-ins. There is a central restroom, which I did not use.
TravelerSides are clean and well spaced. The review said before that it was $20 a night. It’s now $30 a night for 20 amp service and I believe 44 for 30 or 50 amp service.
ScoutThe bathrooms have Flushing toilets. No showers. No electrical hookups. A mix of tent camping and RV's. No fees. 14-day limit. Nice place to stay and rest.
GuideWe had such a nice stay. From the moment we arrived, we felt comfortable and welcomed. The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful, and the whole campground had a really nice, relaxed feel to it.
Our site was spacious and easy to get into, and we really appreciated how clean and well cared for everything was. After spending the day exploring Nashville, it was nice to come back to the campground, slow down and just enjoy the evening.
The location worked out great for us too. We were close enough to enjoy everything Nashville has to offer, but when we came back to the RV, it felt like we could get away from all the activity and relax.
One of the things we enjoy about RV travel is finding places that you actually look forward to coming back to at the end of the day, and this was definitely one of those places. We made some great memories here and would absolutely stay again the next time we’re in Nashville!
RV campsites near Thompson's Station, Tennessee provide several options for water recreation and peaceful rural settings. Within a 30-mile radius, campgrounds offer varied terrain from waterfront locations to farm settings. While many Thompson's Station area RV parks remain open year-round, seasonal weather affects site conditions with high humidity in summer months and occasional freezing temperatures in winter that may impact water hookups.
Swimming and water activities: Four Corners RV Resort features a swimming beach where you can enjoy Percy Priest Lake. "There is a swimming beach as well as several relaxing spots, a playground, a bark park and a dog washing station," notes one visitor. Water recreation options include kayak and jet ski rentals.
Kayaking on local waterways: Piney River offers opportunities for water recreation with clear streams. "We enjoyed our time sitting in beach chairs and let the current wash over us. The swimming hole was great! We loved watching the younger crowd jump off the cliff into the water. Fishing and kayaking too!" reports one camper about the river experience.
Live music: Grand Ole RV Resort & Market hosts regular performances, creating a classic Nashville experience right at your campsite. "The entertainment for NYE was seriously the most fun we've had out in a while. Nothing says Nashville like live country music!" shares one guest. Some campgrounds offer weekend entertainment during peak season.
Concrete pads with lake views: Elm Hill RV Resort features waterfront sites with concrete pads. "Almost every site has a view of the water on flat concrete big pads. Each site has all hook ups and are very well maintained," explains one reviewer. Sites are strategically arranged for optimal views despite proximity.
Helpful staff: Campground personnel often assist with parking and site selection. "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," mentions one visitor at Grand Ole RV Resort. Many parks provide personalized assistance during check-in.
Rural atmosphere: River Road RV Park & Horse Camp offers a working farm setting. "It's a quiet, no-frills spot on a working farm—perfect if you're looking for a place to relax and recharge after a day of exploring. The sites were level and clean, with both pull-through and back-in options," notes one camper. The agricultural setting provides a different experience from typical commercial parks.
Tight spacing at some locations: Site dimensions vary significantly between parks. "Sites are very very close together. Very very noisy due to the highway that runs right on the other side of the tree line," reports a camper at Nashville North KOA. Space constraints are more common at parks closer to Nashville.
Cell service limitations: Thousand Trails Natchez Trace has connectivity challenges. "I had absolutely no cell service through Verizon and my T-Mobile 5g internet had no reception either (even with a booster). Luckily, I was able to rely on my Starlink," explains a visitor. Reliable internet connections may require additional equipment at rural parks.
Road conditions: Access routes to some campgrounds may involve narrow or winding roads. "The drive in from the highway was very scary on narrow, windy roads with dropoffs on the side. We took the staff recommended route in and Co-Pilot's route out and both were scary in our Class A towing a car hauler," reports one RVer about their experience getting to Piney River Resort.
Activity options: Campers RV Park provides multiple recreation areas. "Activities everywhere! There are pavilions and out buildings setup with games, hammocks, and all kinds of fun family-friendly things to see and do," reports one visitor. Look for parks with dedicated play spaces for children.
Swimming considerations: Parks with water access vary in quality and safety. "The swimming boundary must wear water shoes. Rocky Bottom," notes a visitor about Four Corners RV Resort, highlighting the importance of proper footwear for water activities.
Insect preparation: Bug activity increases near water features, particularly at dusk. "The mosquitos were so bad we couldn't be outside. There were two nights in between that it was tolerable. I went out on the dock one night to fish and they were so thick it was impossible to not get bit by them," warns one camper about their experience at a lakeside site.
Leveling challenges: Some sites require additional equipment for proper setup. "We had a site up on hill farther from the river (which was lovely) but we couldn't get level and couldn't put our slides out. All around rough stay. I'd say this is a much better stay for smaller RVs," advises an RVer about Piney River Resort experiences.
Noise considerations: Train tracks and highways border several parks. "There's a train track nearby. It didn't bother us, but light sleepers might want to bring earplugs just in case," suggests a reviewer about River Road RV Park. Highway noise can also be significant at parks located near major routes.
Reservation timing: Nashville-area campgrounds fill quickly during peak tourism seasons. Plan bookings 3-6 months in advance for weekend stays and holiday periods, particularly for premium waterfront sites or those with concrete pads.
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