6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Campgrounds near Williamsport, Tennessee cluster along the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway, offering a mix of free and paid camping options for various styles of outdoor stays. Meriwether Lewis Campground, located at Milepost 385.9 on the Natchez Trace Parkway, provides free primitive camping with both tent and small RV sites. Fall Hollow Resort offers creekside primitive tent sites along with RV hookups and cabin options approximately 5 miles from Williamsport. The area features a blend of public and private campgrounds, with facilities ranging from completely undeveloped to full-service resorts with amenities.
Road conditions throughout the region generally remain accessible year-round, though some primitive areas may become challenging during heavy rain periods. Meriwether Lewis Campground provides paved parking spots with picnic tables and fire rings but no showers. "The campground is filled with tall, stately oak trees that provide great, all day shade and shelter from the sun," noted one visitor describing the natural setting. Several campgrounds in the area operate year-round, though availability at the free sites can become limited during peak travel seasons, especially weekends from late spring through early fall. Cell service can be spotty throughout the region, particularly in the more remote camping areas away from main highways.
Campers report high satisfaction with free camping options, particularly at Meriwether Lewis Campground where paved sites and clean facilities exceed expectations for no-fee camping. Several visitors mentioned the hiking opportunities near campgrounds, with trails ranging from easy walks to more challenging terrain. Fall Hollow Resort receives mixed reviews, with some campers praising the secluded creekside primitive sites while others note concerns about noise levels. Proximity to the Natchez Trace Parkway provides easy access to scenic drives and historic points of interest, making the mixed-use campgrounds in this area popular bases for exploring the region. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with campers frequently reporting encounters with local fauna during their stays at campgrounds throughout the Williamsport area.
"That’s probably not something I would have said before visiting the Meriwether Lewis Campground near Hohenwald, Tennessee. This campground is amazing."
"I did not expect to find something like this in Tennessee! Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised. It is a cute little campground with clean bathrooms nearby."
"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"
"It is a beautiful state park known as the"Queen of Tennessee's State Parks". There are 4,000 acres with mountain biking, fishing, hiking, picnic areas, kayaking/canoeing, and a golf course."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when available"I had plenty of space to roam around in the river even while visiting during a peak time."
"Not sure where to start as the pictures don't do justice to the location. We stayed late in November and absolutely loved it! Full hook-ups and blazing fast WiFi."
from $69 - $95 / night
"Nice lake at 102 sq acres in size. Did have an issue that most sites are only 50 or 30amp hookups only, so I had to borrow a 30 to 120 adapter."
"Very clean Friendly staff Lots of activities in park, and many more along the nearby Natchez Trace Parkway. Cons: Game room has seen better days. Not very many sites with sewer."
"It’s a great location. Quiet. Dark. Lots to do around here. It’s also low lying all around here so be careful in wet weather."
"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. "
"When searching for something to put you close to the Natchez Trace you have basically two options one considered to be dry camping and this one which is improved camping equipped for primitive tent campers"
"Between fishing, riding the trails, having campfires and watching the fireflies I don't know what we enjoyed better. Well worth the trip well cared for and real nice people!"
Available this weekend
from $10 - $69 / night
"Perfect distance to local attractions."
"Good dog walks. Good Wi-Fi."
"Chapel Hill, just to the north, offers all you might need with a hardware store, Dollar General, walk in clinic and restaurants."
"Yes, I received several dirty looks for driving on the road toward the tent area.) I parked in the restroom area as the road was completely blocked with children, inner tubes and adults."
Available this weekend
"Beautiful campsite surround trees. Very quiet and secluded. There is water and electric hookups at each site and a dump station on the grounds as you leave. This was a very clean and safe campground."
"Has a small lake and dock for fishing, paddling, etc... They have rentals on site. Has a few miles of decent flat trails, all of which are young kid friendly."
Available this weekend
"Southport Saltpeter Cave is a historic cave located 12 miles south of Columbia TN. We offer cave tours, primitive camping, hiking, and exploring."
from $10 / night
ScoutOverall very good. Clean, quiet. Very friendly people. Water and sewer works well. My only issue is it’s to far away from everything. Really nothing to do within 2 hrs. If you are looking for a quiet spot just to hang out. I would recommend this. Just doesn’t fit for us.
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.
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.
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!
TravelerWe came here for our shake out of our new trailer as it’s only about 20 min from home and we could still go to work. We will probably come back when we just want to “get out of the house” for a few days.
The place is beautiful and if you want to be in the middle of nowhere, this is it! The grounds are easily walkable with a lot of open spaces. Saw a lot of wildlife so come in slow so you don’t hit a deer.
Do NOT come in from South Mount Juliet road. The turn onto Couchville Pike is tight for cars, let alone pulling a camper. Come in off of I-840 and you will be fine.
We got decent wifi and I did a video call without lag. Full hookups (50amp)
No on site staff that we saw other than grounds crew.
ScoutVery clean. Full hookup. Large pull through sites. No fire rings. Close to highway but didn’t hear a thing
TravelerI called today (a week and a half in advance) for a reservation that I had booked recently. Our driving plans changed and I wanted to cancel and receive a refund. I was informed they have a 14 day policy. Apparently it is their policy, nothing was emailed or texted to me or verbally given. However if I don’t “ask,” it is apparently my problem. Okay touché. And well I realize this may be their policy, 14 days is ridiculous. They offered me a “camp credit and it’s good for 1 year.” 🤣😮💨 I told her we live in Arizona. And she says “okay.” Not even effort for a partial refund. Beware of the terrible customer service. This is completely unprofessional.
Camping sites near Williamsport, Tennessee primarily cluster along the Natchez Trace Parkway, situated in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee at elevations between 700-900 feet. The region experiences mild winters with occasional freezing temperatures and humid summers that often reach into the 90s. Primitive camping options typically maintain accessibility throughout winter months when many developed campgrounds in higher elevations close for the season.
Explore historic sites: The Meriwether Lewis Campground, Milepost 385.9 — Natchez Trace Parkway offers access to significant historical landmarks. "I was pleasantly surprised. It is a cute little campground with clean bathrooms nearby. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site. There are lots of trails and scenic stops along the way," reports Seanna M.
Visit nearby Amish country: From David Crockett State Park Campground, campers can take day trips to local Amish communities. "We also explored the downtown square and then drove out to Amish country. We had the best time driving from house to house to purchase different goodies," shares Shana D.
Creek activities: Many camping areas near Williamsport feature water access for summer cooling. "The clear creek to play in is gorgeous! The park had so much to offer. Lots of hiking trails, covered bridge, fishing lake w/boat & kayak rentals plus a beautiful waterfall that is great for sunsets!" notes a David Crockett State Park visitor.
Free camping with amenities: Fall Hollow Resort provides budget-friendly primitive options with unexpected perks. "Stayed here for a week and it was beautiful! Between fishing, riding the trails, having campfires and watching the fireflies I don't know what we enjoyed better," shares Marie L.
Lakeside camping: Thousand Trails Natchez Trace features waterfront sites popular with extended-stay campers. "Large showers and clean restrooms. Spots by the lake are a must," notes Chris R., highlighting the appeal of water proximity.
Wildlife viewing: Early risers at multiple campgrounds report excellent animal sightings. "Most mornings I can sit outside & watch the deer grazing as I have my coffee," explains nickie F. about her experience at David Crockett State Park.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies widely throughout the region. At Thousand Trails Natchez Trace, "I had absolutely no cell service through Verizon and my T-Mobile 5g internet had no reception either (even with a booster)," reports Emerson F.
Road access considerations: Some camping locations require careful navigation. "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," warns Pat&Amanda D. about Piney River Resort.
Reservations and timing: Henry Horton State Park Campground maintains steady popularity year-round. "I visited in the off season (Nov 24)- the bathrooms were clean, the sites were quiet and it was beautiful. Some sites are level, some aren't. We ended up booking another site to stay another couple of days because we loved it so much," shares Ashley F.
Beginner-friendly backpacking: Henry Horton offers entry-level wilderness experiences. "The backcountry campsites are just a short trek from the camp store, the hike itself follows the river. We only saw one other couple and no one else was staying at the second site so it was such a secluded weekend!" explains Amanda C.
Kid-friendly water activities: Multiple locations feature safe swimming areas. "Children can wade in the creek all day, why parents enjoy sitting outside under all the shade trees. The park has tons of activities and good hiking trails," notes Tammy P. about Montgomery Bell State Park.
Educational opportunities: Southport Saltpeter Cave combines camping with learning. "Enjoyed this rough camping trip and Spelunking with our Royal Ambassador boys (1st to 9th grade). Buddy gives a guided tour along with camping privilege's," shares Daniel L.
Site selection strategy: When staying at Montgomery Bell State Park, consider specific areas. "With a great pavilion, Vb court, ball diamond, and playground, the far side of the camp is perfect for families, groups, and events. Our fave sites are 1-8, with #1+2 right next to the creek and the most updated bathrooms," advises Stæven F.
Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional preparation. "We were on site 18 and it was very level, paved and double wide. Parking was easy and it accommodated the 38' RV and a SUV. The sites all seem to be well shaded and spaced sufficiently apart," reports Randy C. about Henry Horton State Park.
Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds maintain steady service despite weather changes. "Great December sleep in go as we headed south. Clean campground and beautiful scenery...will return outside winter season," notes Joe N. about winter camping at Henry Horton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Williamsport Campground?
Williamsport campgrounds typically offer a range of essential amenities. For example, Meriwether Lewis Campground features clean bathrooms, picnic tables, and fire pits at each site. Many campgrounds in the area provide similar basics while some like Montgomery Bell State Park Campground offer additional amenities such as shade from mature trees, creek access, and nearby trailheads. Facilities vary by location, with more developed sites providing water hookups and flush toilets, while primitive sites may only have portable toilets and limited services.
How do I make reservations for Williamsport Campground?
Reservations for Williamsport area campgrounds typically vary by location. For campgrounds like Four Corners RV Resort, you can make direct reservations online or by phone, with options for different site types including lakeside spots. Some parks like Henry Horton State Park Campground may require reservations through the Tennessee State Park reservation system. For the best experience, book well in advance, especially for weekend stays during peak seasons (spring and fall). Many campgrounds also offer both reservable and first-come, first-served options.
What camping is available near Williamsport, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, Williamsport, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 110 campgrounds and RV parks near Williamsport, TN and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Williamsport, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Williamsport, TN is Meriwether Lewis Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 37 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Williamsport, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Williamsport, TN.
What parks are near Williamsport, TN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Williamsport, TN that allow camping, notably Natchez Trace Parkway and J Percy Priest Lake.
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