Henry Horton State Park Campground

**Henry Horton State Park** has that back country lived in feel. Probably has something to do with the multitude of kinfolk wandering about:)

South of Nashville, Tn 31A runs right through the middle of the actual park.

Duck River runs through the park and is a main focus of the entertainment with rental places picking up tubers from on the road into the tent area. (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.

The tent area had BIG sites that would easily fit several tents and trees for hammocks. There are 10 sites. The river was at the rear of the tent area as well as a trail _Adeline Wilhoite River_ trail that followed the river. There are also primitive campsites available if your backpacking through located near the observation deck on the _Adeline Wilhoite River_ trail loop.

The bathhouse is newer and well kept. There is a playground in the middle of the campground area, in front of the visitors office. ( pretty awesome looking sandpit)

The RV area is adjacent through the woods it has 56 sites. The sites looked adequate, but from what I saw they were close together. There may have been more space further in.

There is an Inn and cabins available also on the other side of the park/river.

We enjoyed the trails , just gotta say BUG SPRAY :) Keep your eyes open for critters and there are bikers using several of the trails._Wilhoite Mill_ Trail is one of the features of the park, which leads to a historic mill.

So pack your banjo and yak and git on out to Henry Horton State Park for a good ole time !

Country folk

There were eight of us that utilized several of the primitive campsites on an overnight bikepacking trip. Everything was nice. The camp staff was friendly and helpful. The shower facilities worked well. I would recommend primitive site 5 as the best location but the other four we used worked well.

Bikepacking friendly

We spent only two nights there. During this time there was lots of activities for the whole family. We did not get to experience all of them. The ones we did were professionally managed. The children loved the different playgrounds and the pool was well cared for. The only bad thing about it all was the spiders. There was serveral types around the camping area.

Camping 

Very clean, well-maintained campsite. Stayed in March when weather was pretty cool...heated bathrooms! bathroom facilities are very clean, and there are showers.  There’s a fun little playground for kids. Great trails!! Campsites are somewhat separated by trees...it felt private. 

One of my favorites. 

Skeet shooting, trail hiking, lazy river, pool access, open fields, picnic areas love the atmosphere

Amazing

this place was very beautiful but the staff was not very helpful for us.

Stayed one night at Backcountry Site 1, and had the whole place to myself. Really manageable (and pretty) hike for an amateur camper like me with a bad back. Once I set up, I explored the river which was very nearby, and then did a little hiking. Lots of shade and from what I could tell, the facilities were really nice. Best part was definitely all the greenery on the river trail. 

So Green! 

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. 

HH has RV sites, cabins, “hammock sites,” and a large group site. They also have a camp store, firewood, and restrooms. Rates are pretty standard. Backcountry primitive hike-in sites are $8.

Interactive heritage festivals and other activities frequently came to the center across the street. I don’t really recall if this is part of the park or not. 

Weekending

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! Definitely recommend for quick overnight trips!

Beginner friendly!

Well kept spots,  very nice well run campground with all the amenities 

Very Nice

Peaceful, serene, cool rangers help all hours, has a great vibe here. I loved it. 

The serenity here is ... no words available 

Quiet stop only one night. Everything worked and no drama! Beautiful trees! 🍁Live owl named “Cotton” and hawk named “Buddy” on exhibit there. Cute little store on grounds. 

An Owl, a hawk and beautiful trees!

I’ve used my hammock in their “hammocks only” sites and I’ve done the hike-in backcountry sites and love this place. As a resident of the Franklin area, it’s super close to get away for the weekend. 

Great Camping for all types of campers

Henry Horton boasts easy access,  clean showers and sites. They offered many interesting programs for all ages. Staff and host friendly. Restaurant closed for updating.

Nice quick getaway 

The primitive camping sites are directly across from three group sites, each of which accommodate up to FIFTY people. The problem with this is that most folks, like me,  book primitive campsites because they are looking to get away from the noise in the RV campground. There was no peace and quiet to be had, unfortunately, because there were several gigantic groups of kids camping in the group sites across from us.  The noise was truly constant up until quiet hours.  We were camping with another couple who was unable to get their young child to sleep until very late because of all the noise.  Speaking of kids, one of the parents in the jamboree across the street thought it was acceptable to bring her kids over to play in our campsite.

If you're looking for a Bonnaroo type camping experience with lots of cars, activity, and noise, you will enjoy the primitive sites here.  If not, I would actually suggest booking in the main RV campground or camping elsewhere.

On the plus side, the sites were well-maintained and site 15 was scenic and spacious.

Primitive Sites=Incessant Noise 

Went well. Camp staff were friendly and provided dry firewood. It was December so everything was too damp.
Only reason I don't give it a 5 star rating is because I feel that the 2 dispersed sites were still a little too close. They sit about a few hundred feet apart so I could still see and hear my neighbors.
Great trip regardless 

Good Dispersed Camping

Nice campground located on the Duck River in a TN state park. Enjoyed walking along the river.  It is not secluded and is right off a local highway but has many conveniences.  Across the street is the main park area with nice amenities -- kids playground, pool, disc golf, camp store, golf course and newly renovated park restaurant &amp; visitor's center.  Everyone that I came into contact with was friendly and helpful.  It is a great place to relax but you still have many things to do.

Southern Hospitality

I just feel like in this area you could find a better spot. Nice field near campsite. Hikers close by and idk about the bathroom situation but I couldn’t find them. Literally fine and clean though

Not my fav but still a good option 

Stayed with our van in the primitive sites here and had a great time! Very affordable and not many other campers (but if the group camp sites are booked I’d go elsewhere, they’re very close). The bathroom is super far away, but there was a portable potty for a few days until they inexplicably took it away. If you have a camping bathroom setup and are comfy going to get water if needed, it’s a great value and gives you want more privacy.

Also the showers here are the best I’ve ever experienced at a campground. They have signs saying you can shower for $5 even if you don’t camp here.