RV camping near Tullahoma, Tennessee offers access to numerous recreational lakes including Tims Ford Lake and the Duck River. The region sits at approximately 1,070 feet elevation with a moderate climate allowing year-round camping. Seasonal variations affect site availability, with fall foliage attracting higher numbers of campers between mid-October and early November.
What to do
Hiking to waterfalls: Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park features multiple waterfall hikes with historical significance. "This campground is great! They remodeled it last year and updated the campground. The campground itself borders the duck river and is absolutely stunning. The hiking trails are well maintained so hiking to the three waterfall's inside the park is a mild hike," notes one visitor to Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park.
Zip lining adventures: Several campgrounds near Tullahoma include adventure activities on-site. At Bigfoot Adventure RV park & Campground, campers can enjoy "Zip lines, small catch & release pond, biking, hiking, & cliff views available." Another visitor mentioned, "Great weekend get away. Clean, great walking trails, fun zip lines."
Fishing opportunities: Local lakes and rivers provide excellent fishing. A visitor to Tims Ford State Park notes, "Boat ramp just down from campsites. Pretty good fishing." Another camper shared, "We visited this area to fly fish the Ell River which is close. The campground is on Tim's Ford Lake which is Great Lake for boating."
What campers like
Clean, updated facilities: Many campgrounds in the area have recently upgraded their facilities. At Greeter Falls Campground, "Bathhouse and grounds [are] very clean. Friendly staff inside small camp store. Spacious sites." Another camper noted it's a "Nice, new campground. Right around the corner from the Greeters Falls trailhead which made it convenient."
Proximity to natural attractions: Campers appreciate easy access to local natural features. "This park is known for its archeology, but don't miss the beautiful waterfalls," says one review about Old Stone Fort State Park. At River Life RV Resort, visitors enjoy "the most stunning views of the river gorge!"
Family-friendly activities: Multiple campgrounds offer activities for children and families. "Great experience for kids. Wonderful views and lots of open space to play in fields and walk. Kids can also zip line!" reports a visitor to Bigfoot Adventure RV Park. At Tims Ford State Park, there's "a great nature center, hiking trails, playgrounds, a pool, and lake access for boating and swimming."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Fall and summer tend to be busiest at campgrounds near Tullahoma. "We stayed here in October when the leaves were changing. Beautiful!" noted one camper at Old Stone Fort State Park.
Site specifics and limitations: Research your specific site before booking. At Tims Ford State Park Main Campground, a camper advises, "Only advice I have is make sure which campground you are in. They have two - one at the main entrance, another one is around 4 miles from that main entrance." Another notes, "30 amp only."
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance bookings. At Greeter Falls Campground, "Be sure to check the site measurements. Our only complaint was the site size & distance to our neighbor," cautions one reviewer.
Tips for camping with families
Look for educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer learning experiences alongside recreation. "The museum was neat there's a lot of History there. The campground has a lot of nice hikes in it," states a visitor to Old Stone Fort State Park.
Check playground and swimming options: Facilities vary between campgrounds. One camper at Rvino - The Broken Banjo (formerly Manchester KOA) notes they have "a great pool, kids areas, lots or cabins and tent spaces."
Consider unique accommodations: Beyond standard campsites, some locations offer specialty lodging. "We are here on our Honeymoon... They had a yurt ready for us. They were more than happy to accommodate us! The Yurt was so nice had 2 foam pads for us to sleep on with sleeping bags. A lantern and charger for the lantern. And a fan," shares a visitor to Greeter Falls Campground.
Tips from RVers
Road access considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. A visitor to River Road RV Park notes, "Roads are a little narrow, but manageable."
Hookup positions: Pay attention to utility locations when booking. At Twin Creeks RV Resort, "Electric and water hookups are on left side of campsite," which affects how you position your RV.
Noise factors: Highway proximity can impact some campgrounds. At Rvino - The Broken Banjo, "the campground is close to interstate (noise). But, it is a close distance to any store/food if you need to make a run."
