Montgomery Bell State Park Campground offers year-round camping with 117 sites ranging from basic tent camping to RV sites with full hookups. The campground's mostly shaded sites sit near a creek that flows through the property. Hiking trails connect directly to campsites, allowing easy access to 19 miles of hiking paths. Most tent sites have electric and water hookups with centrally located bathhouses featuring hot showers and flush toilets.
What to do
Hike wooded trails: Montgomery Bell State Park features multiple hiking paths through forests and along creeks. One camper noted, "Great family friendly park with lots of hiking and historical sites. There is a beautiful waterfall and an adorable old church."
Fish at multiple lakes: The park contains three lakes stocked with bass, catfish, and bream. "Montgomery Bell State Park is very clean and quiet. We really enjoyed our spot by the creek. Children can wade in the creek all day, why parents enjoy sitting outside under all the shade trees," shares a visitor.
Explore historical sites: Visit the historic church and other landmarks within Montgomery Bell State Park Campground. "We visited here with a church group because it is the founding place of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. It is beautiful, peaceful and serene," one reviewer explains.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained campsites with ample room. According to one visitor at Henry Horton State Park Campground, "We loved our stay at HHSP. Check-in was a breeze, setup was simple with a level site, and everyone there, from the park rangers to the camp store staff to the campground hosts, was friendly and helpful."
Quiet atmosphere: The relative seclusion creates peaceful camping experiences. "For several months while living in TN, we spent almost every weekend at Henry Horton State Park. It's not quite an hour from Nashville. We always got a primitive site, shady site. I was never disappointed by any of our sites and never felt cramped or too close to other campers," shares one regular visitor.
Wi-Fi availability: Some campgrounds offer reliable internet connections. One camper at Henry Horton noted, "We stayed at this campground recently and because the wifi coverage and speed was so good was actually able to 'work from home' here."
What you should know
Seasonal weather considerations: Winter camping requires preparation. "Enjoyable stay. The campground is well maintained with plenty of shade at the sites. The bathrooms are nice and warm in the winter and clean," reports one winter camper at Henry Horton.
Site variations: Some campgrounds have significant differences between sites. At Thousand Trails Natchez Trace, a camper observed, "The park has a variety of types of sites, some are full hookup, some are not. The park looks like it is in the middle of expansion but not actively being worked on."
Cell service limitations: Internet connectivity varies by location and provider. "The park does not have good TMobile or AT&T and other campers stated that Verizon is ok but not streamable," reports a camper at Thousand Trails Natchez Trace.
Bridge height restrictions: Watch for low clearance points. "Most importantly, there is a special way to get into this park. They have a low bridge right outside of their park that prevents you from getting here the easy way. The bridge is at 12ft if I remember correctly, it is too low for most 5th wheels and many class As."
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds offer specific facilities for children. At Campers RV Park, "There is a playground, hammock hut, and game area for the kids to stay entertained."
Consider creek access: Water features provide entertainment for children. One camper noted, "Montgomery Bell State Park is very clean and quiet. We really enjoyed our spot by the creek. Children can wade in the creek all day, why parents enjoy sitting outside under all the shade trees."
Check for biking opportunities: Safe riding areas appeal to families with children. At Henry Horton, "Plenty of places for the kiddos to ride their bikes. We loved it here and will definitely return."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional work to level larger rigs. At Loretta Lynn's Ranch, a camper reported, "Area is beautiful but sites were close together and the ground outside of my trailer was very unusable, all hill and large rocks. No way to spend time outside of the camper. After I leveled it the bottom of the front steps had a 2 foot drop and the rear were on the ground."
Road conditions: Interior roads may need maintenance. At Thousand Trails Natchez Trace, "The roads throughout the park need some work, there are large pot holes that are difficult to avoid."
Equestrian camping near White Bluff, Tennessee: For horse owners, specialized facilities exist. River Road RV Park & Horse Camp in Chapel Hill accommodates equestrians with level sites. A camper described it as "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."
