RV Rental Old Hickory Lake, TN

Water sports tend to play a big role in the plans of visitors to Old Hickory Lake, with eight commercial, public marinas offering a range of services. Sailboats, water skiers, pleasure boats, commercial barges, and personal watercraft all use the lake regularly. There are 41 boat launches to choose from, so you won’t be struggling to find a place to get on the water.

It is hardly surprising that fishing is also a popular activity for Old Hickory Lake campers, with opportunities to fish both from a boat or from dry land. The waters hold an abundance of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, white bass, and spotted bass, crappie, and sauger. As well as making use of the bait launches for small fishing vessels, piers are located in various points around the shore, such as Rockland and Sanders Ferry.

For those that don't fancy getting into the water, there are two well-maintained swimming beaches for the public to enjoy, while nature lovers can enjoy one of the many country hikes available. There are a number of walking trails to sort all sorts of hikers. Some of the most commonly used trails are three loops that were once an old railroad bed.

Due to the size of the lake, finding a place to go camping at Old Hickory Lake shouldn't be too hard. One option is Cedar Creek Campground, which is located right on the shores of Old Hickory Lake. There are 60 campsites available, and a large picnic shelter that can be reserved, making it ideal for family gatherings. For a comfortable camping experience, amenities such as laundry facilities and hot showers are available, with sites coming with electric and water hook-ups.

Heading more towards Nashville is the Nashville KOA campground. The KOA offers camping facilities for every type of RV rental and is big rig friendly. There are both pull-thru and back-in sites, those with electric and water hook-up and those with patios; there are sites to suit every need. Although there is so much to do in the surrounding area, you won't get bored when you are in the resort either, with a large on-site swimming pool, hot tub, activity park, group hammocks and more, plus your furry friend can have a fun around in the "Kamp K9" off-leash dog park.

Camp in an RV near Nashville, and you will find no shortage of things to do. A must trip is a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame, located in the city center. This incredible place adds a surprisingly modern touch to the city skyline, and as soon as you enter, you are immersed in the history and sounds of country music through the ages, as well as its origins and traditions. You’ll be able to see all this through artifacts and photos, with an overlay of recorded sound and vintage video.

Another cool attraction is Madame Tussauds. If you have always wanted to meet your favorite musician or celebrity, then here is your chance. The only difference is they will be made of wax. This venue is home to the likes of Bono, Jerry Garcia, Elvis, Johnny Cash, and many others. It is a great day out for all the family, especially on a rainy day.

Set a little outside of town is Nashville Zoo, the number one place to go if you are an animal lover. There are so many animals in the zoo you could easily spend the full day here, such as big cats like tigers and clouded leopard to bears and Cotswold Sheep. No matter your favorite animal, you are sure to be able to find it here. The zoo also runs a number of events throughout the year, such as a light show in the winter, so it is worth taking a look at the calendar of events when booking your Nashville camper rental.