Best campgrounds and RV Parks near Charlotte, TN (64+ campgrounds)

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Best campgrounds near Charlotte, TN

Montgomery Bell State Park

Burns, TN (7 miles away)

$$$$$

(109 sites)

+9

Tanbark Campground

Dickson, TN (16 miles away)

(30 sites)

Hidden Haven

Erin, TN (17 miles away)

Piney River Resort

Bon Aqua, TN (18 miles away)

Piney River RV Resort

Tennessee (18 miles away)

$$$$$

(50 sites)

+11

Elk Harbor Lakeside RV Park

Tennessee (25 miles away)

Tennessee (28 miles away)

$$$$$

(465 sites)

+6

Spring Creek Campground

Clarksville, TN (30 miles away)

Spring Creek Camp Ground

Clarksville, TN (30 miles away)

$$$$$

(95 sites)

+6

Clarksville RV Resort

Clarksville, TN (31 miles away)

$$$$$

(67 sites)

+10

Trinity RV Park and Campground

Nashville, TN (32 miles away)

$$$$$

Buffalo / I-40 / Exit 143 KOA Journey

Tennessee (33 miles away)

$$$$$

(62 sites)

+10

Most common amenities

Pet friendly Tables Showers Internet Toilets Laundry Grills Playground Dump station Pool

Campgrounds near Charlotte, Tennessee

Charlotte is the county seat of Dickson County in Middle Tennessee, about 40 minutes west of Nashville along the rolling hills between the Cumberland and Duck River watersheds. Montgomery Bell State Park anchors the local camping scene alongside private RV parks scattered through Dickson, Burns, and Bon Aqua. RV travelers basing near Charlotte typically choose between a state-park campground and full-hookup private resorts. Montgomery Bell State Park is a 3,850-acre park in Burns, Tennessee, with a landscape of rolling hills, three lakes, and forested trails. Nearby, Piney River Resort sits on the banks of the Piney River, about 50 miles from downtown Nashville, with RV-friendly sites, tiny home rentals, and glamping tents. Piney River RV Resort is the same property under an alternate name used in some directories. Smaller options include Tanbark Campground near Dickson and Hidden Haven for travelers looking for a quieter overnight stop. Together these campgrounds cover state-park camping, riverfront RV resorts, and simple full-hookup layovers off Interstate 40.

Things to do near Charlotte

Water and trails dominate the local recreation menu. Montgomery Bell State Park features forested landscapes and three lakes that support hiking, biking, golfing, fishing, and paddling. Backcountry camping is allowed on the overnight trail with a permit, and backcountry shelters can be reserved by calling the park office. Just east, Harpeth River State Park is a linear park offering multiple river access points along the Harpeth River, including the Narrows of the Harpeth and its historic hand-cut tunnel. The Class I river suits beginners through experienced paddlers, and local outfitters rent canoes and kayaks. Guests staying at Piney River Resort often float, fish, or swim the Piney River on site, and the park sits just a few miles from the Johnny Cash farm and museum. Dickson has a small downtown with restaurants and a seasonal farmers market for easy day-trip supply stops.

When to visit Charlotte

spring
March - May
68° / 50°F 130 mm
Wettest stretch, May peaks at 167 mm with frequent thunderstorms
summer
June - August
86° / 68°F 105 mm
Hot and humid, peak bookings, riverfront sites fill early
fall
September - November
70° / 48°F 90 mm
Driest season, September lowest at 82 mm, peak color in late October
winter
December - February
47° / 32°F 110 mm
Cool and wet, occasional light snow, quietest season at RV parks

Middle Tennessee has a four-season climate with hot, humid summers and cool, damp winters. In Dickson, summers are hot and muggy, winters are very cold and wet, and temperatures typically vary from 30°F to 89°F, rarely below 15°F or above 95°F. July is the hottest month, with average highs near 87°F and heat indexes that can push higher on humid afternoons. Spring and fall are the most comfortable windows for RV camping. Monthly precipitation ranges from about 167 mm in May, the wettest month, to 82 mm in September, the driest month, so spring trips should factor in thunderstorm risk while September and October offer drier, cooler conditions. Peak leaf color in the surrounding hills typically arrives in late October. Montgomery Bell campground is open year-round, and most private RV parks in the area also stay open through winter, with peak visitation from April through October. Book state park sites well ahead for summer weekends and holiday periods.

Top Hosts near Charlotte, TN

Julia11 trips - Joined Sep 2020

Everything worked out perfectly , the RV was delivered on time. Very clean and all set you for our event. Communication was 5/5 . I am already looking at renting the RV again next year.

Andy W. - Aug 2026

Julia and Mark were fantastic hosts and made sure we had everything we needed for a safe, smooth, and enjoyable trip. Their RV was beautifully renovated, clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for our adventure. It was the perfect size for my wife, our two dogs, and me. They were responsive, helpful, and great to work with from start to finish. We highly recommend renting from Julia and Mark and wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again!

Cameron K. - Jul 2026

Meet "Bugsy": Easy-Driving Entegra Odyssey 24b

Class C in Clarksville

2020 • 5.0 (7)

$199 USD /night

Chrystal7 trips - Joined Jul 2024

Excellent communication! We had the RV dropped at a very busy location and the communication and meet up were excellent. The RV was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed. We cooked all of our meals, the kitchen setup had all the pots, pans, and utensils to cook all our meals. It was hot and the air conditioner worked great. Bedding for all beds was supplied and we were very comfortable. Lots of extras were supplied to make our camping experience comfortable. For example, we had several outdoor rugs to help control mud and weeds, camp chairs, extra hand lights to use at night, lots of towels were stocked up in the bathroom, extra cozy blankets for lounging on the couches. Indoor/Outdoor lights and electric awning were excellent for hanging outside the RV. We appreciated all the extra touches and for the extra help of getting the RV to our busy location!

Brent Hadley H. - Aug 2026

Would definitely rent again from Crystal! Camper was amazing communication was great set up was easy.

Breana D. - Mar 2026

Travel Trailer in Clarksville

2022 • 5.0 (5)

$130 USD /night

How to book near Charlotte

Tennessee State Parks uses a central online reservation system. Advanced reservations can be made up to one year in advance, with a non-refundable reservation fee per campsite. Most campsites require a minimum two-night stay, and holiday weekends may add extra minimums. Note that the campground at Montgomery Bell, also called the Four Mile Creek Campground, is currently closed for renovations; call Central Reservations at (888) 867-2757 for the latest status. Piney River Resort accepts reservations through its own website and through Campspot, and waterfront sites often fill during summer weekends. Tanbark Campground and Hidden Haven are best booked by contacting the campground directly. Confirm rig-length limits before booking.

What to expect on arrival

Rural roads in Dickson and Hickman counties are narrow and winding, so RV drivers should follow campground-issued directions rather than default GPS routes. Reviewers repeatedly stress following the arrival directions sent by Piney River Resort, where the final approach involves tight turns on country roads. Site surfaces vary. Piney River Resort has full-hookup RV sites with 30- and 50-amp service, water, sewer, and Wi-Fi at every site, plus riverfront options with pavilions, fire pits, and picnic tables. The state park campground provides 20-, 30-, and 50-amp electric service, with many sites including water and onsite sewer, and can accommodate rigs up to 60 feet on most electrical sites. At state park campgrounds, dogs and other pets are welcome but must be leashed at all times and not left tied and unattended outside, and only certified heat-treated firewood may be brought into the park.

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