Henry Horton Camping

Warning Alert
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Ongoing Construction at Henry Horton State Park

Henry Horton State Park

In anticipation of our new lodge opening, there will be a significant impact on the roads and traffic patterns within Henry Horton State Park. We ask that visitors please use caution and follow all road signs while traveling throughout the park's day-use area. A fence will surround the main construction area. 

Guests visiting the Visitor Center, Restaurant, Cabins, Shelters, and Conference Hall should expect modified traffic flow and clearly marked detour routes. With construction underway, guests may experience periods of loud construction noise.

Please note:

  • Some roads in the lodge area are temporarily closed.
  • All guests should follow posted DETOUR signage throughout the park.
  • Traffic patterns near the Lodge, Visitor Center, and Day-Use Parking have been adjusted.
  • A construction fence surrounds active work zones.
  • Guests may experience periods of loud construction noise.
  • Please drive slowly and use extra caution when traveling through the park.

Our team will be on-site assisting with directions and parking adjustments to help make your visit as smooth as possible.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we begin these exciting enhancements to Henry Horton State Park. We look forward to sharing more soon!

If you have any questions or need assistance during this time, please call the lodge at 931-364-2222 or the park office at 931-364-7724. We look forward to welcoming you!

  • People camping in a sunny, spacious park with orange and blue tents. Trees surround the grass, creating a lively, outdoor atmosphere.
  • Camping at Henry Horton

    Henry Horton State Park is located in Middle Tennessee, about 50 minutes south of Nashville, along the banks of the Duck River. The park offers a scenic riverside setting with forested landscapes and on-site activities such as golfing, paddling, hiking, disc golf, trap and skeet shooting, and mountain biking. 

    Camping options include a drive-up RV campground with water and electric hookups, a primitive tent campground, and a small number of drive-in primitive sites without hookups. Tent camping is also permitted in the RV campground for added flexibility. For a more remote stay, the park offers hike-in backcountry campsites, as well as primitive hammock-only campsites tucked behind the RV campground.

    Main Campground

    Tent & RV

    The Campground South has reservable campsites for both RV and tent campers looking for a serene overnight stay. Each site is paved and features 20-, 30-, or 50-amp electrical and water hookups, a grill, picnic table, lantern hook, wifi access, and a nearby bathhouse. 

    Also located in Campground South are 19 tent-only sites. These gravel sites do not include any hookups or wifi, but water and a bathhouse are available at the entrance of the tent camping area. 

    Reserve your stay online or call the park office. 

    Henry Horton Primitive Campsites

    Group Camp

    Henry Horton State Park offers 6 drive-in campsites, also referred to as primitive sites, in the North Campground loop. These sites include a fire ring and picnic table, but do not have access to water, electric, or Wi-Fi. They are located 1/4 mile from the bathhouse in the Campground South Area. 

    Vehicles and/or trailers must fit in the designated area without modifying the site and sit on the prepared site without blocking roads or intruding on neighboring sites. A maximum of two tents or vehicles allowed per site (excluding pop-up canopies or other non-dwelling covers). No vehicular idling in site. No gas, propane, or combustion-powered generators allowed, without approval from the Park Manager. 

    Three primitive group camp sites are also available in the North Campground. They are a large grassy area with a fire ring and a picnic table. These sites are perfect for church groups, family reunions, and scout groups! Each site is reservable for up to 25 people, but the limit can be extended to 50 for an additional charge per person. There are no water or electrical hookups on the site, but access to water and a bathhouse is available nearby. Call the park office to reserve a group campsite.

    Henry Horton Backcountry Campsites

    Group Camp

    There are two backcountry campsites located on the Adeline Wilhoite River Trail Loop. The backcountry sites are approximately a 1.0-mile hike from the camp store and are hike-in only. You can park at the camp store or at the Wilhoite Mill Trailhead (2-mile hike). There is a primitive outhouse available. Each site has a fire pit and seating. Six people are allowed per site. There is no access to potable water. 

    Please practice Leave No Trace and pack out what you pack in. Reservations may be made online or by calling the park. Please display your receipt in your vehicle window when you park and hike to the site.

    Hammock Campground

    Hammock

    Henry Horton has six, hammock-only, primitive campsites located off the Campground South loop. You must hike in, vehicles are not allowed at the campsite. Capacity limits for each site are six people/six hammocks. Do not stack hammocks or cut/modify trees. Amenities include a picnic table and grill/fire ring combo. WiFi is available. Please practice Leave No Trace and pack out what you bring in. Parking is in a gravel lot about 50 yards from the campsites. 

    All rates are subject to change. Taxes and fees are added upon reservation. The $5 reservation fee per site is non-refundable.

    Details You Should Know

    • Check-In / Check-Out

      Check in at the Camp Store to gain access to your site, to receive vehicle tags, and gather important park information. When the camp store is closed, proceed to your site, and a Volunteer Camp Host will assist.

      Early arrivals must reserve the night before.  

    • Capacity and Limits

      Campsites are limited to six people and two overnight vehicles maximum. A tag is required for each vehicle upon your arrival. Only two tents or an RV and one tent are allowed per campsite.  

    • Wifi Disclaimer

      We offer WiFi for your enjoyment. The signal strength may vary depending on the demand, your location and your computer. Our Wi-Fi is not intended for heavy use such as downloading movies, streaming videos, or inappropriate content. Should you abuse the system, your access will be blocked. 

    • Electric and Water

      RV campground is drive-up with water and 20/30/50-amp electric hookups, but no sewer. The tent campground does not have hookups.  

    • Parking for Backcountry

      Please display your receipt in your vehicle window when you park and hike to the site. 

    • Pet Policy

      Pets are welcome on a leash and must be attended at all times.  

    • Issues and Emergencies

      Please report any issues to Park Staff or Park Rangers immediately. In case of emergency, call 911. Camp Hosts are located in the Campground South sites 30 and 51 if you need assistance or information.  

    • Practice Leave No Trace

      Please practice Leave No Trace and pack out what you bring in.   

    Firewood Policy 

    Tennessee State Parks asks that ALL campfires be made with heat-treated wood or downed wood collected inside the park, near the campsite. Please refrain from bringing untreated wood into the park.  

    • Protect TN Forests 

      Learn more about the pests that threaten Tennessee and what you can do to help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive pests.

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    • Don’t Move Firewood 

      Learn more about Don’t Move Firewood.

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    • Find Firewood Vendors 

      Firewood is available on-site or locally.

    Accessibility at Henry Horton

    Visit the park's accessibility page to see detailed accessibility information.

    Camp Store

    The park’s camp store is your best spot for camping supplies, unique handmade items, and refreshments to make your camping experience special. Stop by for a park map, information on upcoming events, and meet the park's animal ambassadors. 

    Address:
    Chapel Hill, TN 37034

    Hours: This Gift Shop has seasonal hours. Please call for more information.

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