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Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground

Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground, near Gallatin, Tennessee, is a fantastic spot for both tent and RV camping, offering a blend of natural beauty and essential amenities. With sites that are spacious and well-maintained, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy the outdoors.

The campground features drinking water, electric hookups, and clean shower facilities, making it comfortable for families and solo adventurers alike. Campers have noted the friendly atmosphere, with one visitor saying, “The hosts were very nice,” which adds to the welcoming vibe of the place.

You’ll find plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities right here. The campground is situated near the water, perfect for kayaking or canoeing, and there are trails for hiking that let you soak in the scenic views. As one happy camper put it, “What a nice campground! Spent three days based here while visiting the Nashville area.”

If you’re looking for a family-friendly environment, this campground has a playground and a picnic area, making it ideal for kids to run around and enjoy. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground is a solid choice for a memorable camping experience.

Description

State Park

Old Hickory Lake

This recreation area is part of Old Hickory Lake

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Location

Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground is located in Tennessee

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Coordinates

36.377953 N
86.356673 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • WiFi
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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33 Reviews

Reviewed Sep. 26, 2022

Great spot but for showers

Tent camped for 2 nights. Terrific time in late September. Not too crowded. Camp hosts were very nice. Shower/bath facilities need reconfiguring and updating as the stalls leave you very exposed, water not hot. That said looking to visit once more this autumn.

Site26
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jul. 4, 2022

Awesome place to camp

Being going there for over 30 years watch my kids grow up , now my grandchildren

Site44
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Roy A., July 4, 2022
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Roy A., July 4, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 14, 2022

Great campground!

What a nice campground! Spent three days based here while visiting the Nashville area. The campground is quiet, clean, beautiful. So nice to be on the river. Bathhouse was quite adequate, clean and hot showers. Sites are not stacked on top of each other. Looks like it would be a great family place with the play area and water front. Will definitely stay again when in the area.

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2022

Best Camp In Sumner

It’s like I have my own theme park…minus the 2.5 days of rain it was a kickin' time!!

Site12
Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Jon Boat B., February 4, 2022
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Jon Boat B., February 4, 2022
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Jon Boat B., February 4, 2022
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Reviewed Jun. 28, 2021

Hidden paradise

I took my son here and it was a quaint little place. We stayed in the primitive sites right next to the lake. Definitely recommend.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Adam B., June 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Adam B., June 28, 2021
Reviewed Mar. 8, 2021

Great Weekend

This campground was fantastic. Our family has been in search of a campground close to home where we can spend several weekends each year and this may be it. The sites are spacious, the campground is clean, the bathhouses were VERY clean, and the hosts were friendly and helpful. The only thing keeping this from being 5 stars is the park itself which is nice, but small. We did a nice 4 mile hike around the whole park, but when we’re hiking we love to get out away from everyone and everything. It felt like we were in earshot of the campground the entire hike.

We’ll DEFINITELY be returning to this campground.

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Robbie M., March 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Robbie M., March 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Robbie M., March 8, 2021
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Reviewed Dec. 9, 2020

Best park to date!

This park was amazing! We loved our views of the water, having hikes and geocaching right from the campsite and multiple playgrounds was a real treat!

We loved being on a cul de sac for our little one and enjoyed the large campsite with room to roam! It was a little odd that our fire pit was behind our camper but it worked out. Overall we loved it and will be back!

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Emily K., December 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Emily K., December 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Emily K., December 9, 2020
Reviewed Oct. 6, 2020

Clean and quiet

We camped here in January. It was very quiet because the other campers were all RVers who spent most of their time inside. The bathrooms were very clean and we basically had them to ourselves, since the RVers used their RVs. This park was really nice and we got some great sunrises over the water. Loved having a water spigot onsite. Only an hour away from Nashville if you want to visit!

Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Grace D., October 6, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 18, 2020

Nice, clean, and quiet

Bathrooms were very clean. The hosts were nice, and rode by to see if we needed wood or ice. This was our first trip. The only bad things were that there was no swimming in the lake and there was no pool. We will try a new place next time. Plan on trying a few of them! Can’t wait!

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Sherry  P., August 18, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 20, 2020

Delightful

Well kept grounds, helpful hosts and clean facilities make this mostly shady campground a winner. Book early and score a waterfront site if your fortunate.

Reviewed Jun. 8, 2020

TREE CANOPY!!

We were in primitive site I and it was a perfect spot to camp on a hot day. The sun never touched our tent. They offer kayak rentals and they are good sturdy ones at a reasonable rate. There is no swimming but we enjoyed fishing. They have A honey locus tree on one of the trails which was cool. I had never seen one. They are pet friendly and pets are allowed leashes on all the hiking trails. The animals are not scared of humans or dogs. We had squirrels, birds, deer and turkey join us at our camp site.

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Brittni F., June 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Brittni F., June 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Brittni F., June 8, 2020
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Reviewed Jun. 5, 2020

Easy primitive campingexperience with kids

Bledsoe is great for little kids (which is now my primary criteria when judging a park). There is a flat trail next to the lake that my two year old loves to run up and down, playgrounds, and a story trail. There are also some nice hiking trails with beautiful views of the lake (for me) and lots of bugs and turtles (for the toddler).

While most of the campsites have RV hookups, there are several primitive sites next to the lake that are away from all the generator noise. These sites have ample room and a nice view of the lake.

Great camping for families that is a short drive from Nashville.

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Kristin D., June 5, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 3, 2020

Beautiful and welcoming rangers

Easy hiking trails with little to moderate inclines and terrain. Around 5-7 miles of trails, plenty of camping sites. I always see wildlife when i visit this park. It is lakeside with docks available and kayak rentals

Reviewed Apr. 21, 2020

Small but suitable

This is a small area but has some nice trails. Camping is quiet most nights and the water is calm for those who like to fish.

Reviewed Dec. 1, 2019

Loved our stay

We really enjoyed our 2 night stay at Bledsoe Creek State Park! Campground was very clean. Plenty of spaces between sites. State park officers were very friendly. We will definitely return again!

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Nicole U., December 1, 2019
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Nicole U., December 1, 2019
Reviewed Nov. 5, 2019

beautiful spot!

quiet, relaxing & comfortable spots. lots of deer and wildlife. the campground hosts were accommodating and friendly!

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by matthew  R., November 5, 2019
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by matthew  R., November 5, 2019
Reviewed Jun. 27, 2019

Beautiful park.

Close drive to town, but far enough out not to have the noise. Really clean campground and nice bathhouses. Several areas for activities. And some really nice spots with several being right on the water. The only drawback is there is no swimming. Its a really great place for when it's too cold to swim anyway. Lots of hiking areas to.

Reviewed Jun. 6, 2019

Great campground

We have camped at Bledsoe creek state park 3 times and will go back. One of the best small campgrounds ever. They are clean, spacious and the bath houses are clean and well stocked. The campsites are paved, level and most of them are partially shaded to shaded. The attendants are all friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend this state park to anyone and everyone.

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2019

Beautiful

This park was my home for a week or so and it was so amazing to enjoy. Deer would just walk up near you and just say hello. It's so peaceful and it allows me to think that there's not all bad here on Earth

Reviewed Aug. 29, 2018

small park but still perfect for viewing eclipses!!

Bledsoe Creek is a small state park, but still very pretty and a nice area to camp. We first camped here after watching the Great American Eclipse from the park, and although the park was packed that day (because it was in the path of totality), in the evening the campground was still clean and well run. One of the toilet buildings had closed down, but only because of the hundreds of eclipse watchers in only a morning- otherwise should have no problems. Most of the campsites are not super far apart from each other, but there are trees and lots of shade so it still feels fairly private. Bathrooms were close enough and clean, and the staff at the visitor center was very friendly and helpful.

Lots of people took kayaks and boats out on the water, and there are a few dock spots where people were fishing. The trails are well marked and in great shape, and were almost all flat so nice for going on an easy run! There are only a few trails and areas in the park to explore, so it might not be the best place to camp for multiple nights or focus a trip on, but is great if you are traveling through that area and want a nice place to take a walk and camp for a night.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Isabel D., August 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Isabel D., August 29, 2018
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Reviewed Aug. 6, 2018

Beautiful, spacious spots

We stayed right on the water & one of the trails, it was so beautiful. Unfortunately, it was our first time taking our puppy & she got loose, so we left early In the mornIng, BUT we are definitely planning on going back with our camper! Spots are very spacious & cell service was good. The bathrooms were clean & maintained. There were awesome trees around, I did set up my hammock here & read a good book for a bit! Sorry, I’m lacking photos, taking our puppy for the first time (In a tent) was a handful!

Reviewed Jul. 17, 2018

Deer everywhere

We stayed at site 5. Lots of pull through sites. Nice walking trails, with lots of wildlife very close. Close to the water for fishing or Kayaking.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Malinda C., July 17, 2018
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Malinda C., July 17, 2018
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Malinda C., July 17, 2018
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Reviewed Jun. 16, 2018

Well taken care of

Really had a great big site with tons of room for camper and tent to spread out. Lots of grassy areas and lake fishing.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Terri D., June 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Terri D., June 16, 2018
Reviewed Sep. 17, 2016

Park in minature

The park was wet and infested with BOY SCOUTS!!! :) Looked like they were having rainy fun. Facilities were clean, trails and signage well maintained. Camping sites spaced well with room for more then one tent. Historical stuff too.

  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Shelly S., September 17, 2016
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Shelly S., September 17, 2016
  • Review photo of Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground by Shelly S., September 17, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground has 50 amp electric hookups.

  • Does Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Bledsoe Creek State Park Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is fair.