Montgomery Bell Group Camp
Notification Alert

Some Trails Closed

Montgomery Bell State Park

Portions of the Montgomery Bell and Creech Hollow Trails will be closed for visitor safety beginning 3/2/26 due to a timber salvage project as a result of the November storms that brought down thousands of trees. We anticipate reopening the closed portions in May 2026.

We thank you for your continued patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park office.

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    Montgomery Bell State Park’s Group Camp offers a scenic, all-in-one retreat for larger gatherings.

    Group stays at Montgomery Bell in Tennessee offer a convenient, nature-focused setting for retreats, reunions, and events. The park features cabins and group camps that provide more rustic, communal options, ideal for youth groups or outdoor-focused retreats. Surrounded by wooded hills, lakes, and miles of trails, groups can enjoy hiking, paddling, golf, and team-building activities, all within a peaceful, scenic environment just a short drive from Nashville.

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    Reservations

    1-888-867-2757
    1-888-TN-PARKS

    Park Office

    1-615-797-9052 
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    Group Camp Details

    Sunday - Thursday: $450 | up to 120 people | minimum of 2 nights; 6 nights during the summer season | additional $2 / person over 70
    Friday - Saturday: $500 | up to 120 people | minimum of 2 nights; 6 nights during the summer season | additional $2 / person over 70

    The camp is open mid-April through October 31. 

    Group Camp One was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps and is considered a historic landmark. The buildings are constructed of Crab Orchard stone that was hand hewn and quarried in Tennessee. The camp is located in a rustic setting nestled above Lake Woodhaven. The 36 rustic cabins, which do not have air conditioning or heating, sleep approximately 120 people. In addition to the cabins, the camp provides a large dining hall with full service kitchen and fireplace, a picnic shelter area, guard gate, a field bathhouse, three extra counselor buildings, and a boat dock located on beautiful Lake Woodhaven. There are four bathhouses (two showers in each), sinks, toilets, running water and hot water. 

    The camp consists of three different sections. The red section contains nine cabins, a bathhouse, and a counselor cabin. The white section contains 11 cabins, a bathhouse, and a counselor cabin. Cabins have views of Lake Woodhaven. The blue section has 11 cabins, a bathhouse and a counselor cabin. The rustic cabins cannot be individually rented.

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    Campers must bring their own linen, paper products, cleaning supplies, food, ice; and charcoal or wood for fire. Provided in the kitchen are two ovens, two stoves, two sinks and refrigeration, freezer, a walk-in cooler/refrigerator and freezer. The park does not provide soap or dishwashing detergent.

    The dining hall includes 22 large picnic style tables with bench seating. On-premise catering is available. 

    The base price listed is based on groups of up to 70 guests. Each additional guest, up to the capacity of 120 allotted in the camp, will be an additional $2 per person.

    Weekly rental only during months of June, July & August. There is a two-night minimum during other months. One night’s deposit due upon booking with rental agreement form. Reservations can be made up to 5 years in advance.

    Call the Montgomery Bell Park Office to make a reservation. 

    The dining hall may be rented separately for events. For more information, please see our Venue Section.

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    Featured Amenities

    • Cabins
    • Dining Hall
    • Full Kitchen
    • Fireplace
    • Picnic Shelters
    • Guard Gate
    • Four Bathhouses
    • Counselor Cabins
    • Boat Dock
    • Field Bathhouse
    • Hot Water
    • Walk-in Refrigerator

    All rates subject to change. Taxes and fees are added upon reservation.  A $5 non-refundable reservation fee per site is required. A $10 cancellation fee applies.

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      Cabins

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      Dining Hall

      • group of kids swimming in water, jumping off the dock and into the water with life jackets on

      Boat Dock

      • Stone house in a forest, shaded by large trees, with a grassy yard in front.

      Counselor Cabins

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      Picnic Shelters

    Have a smaller group to entertain?

    The Lodge at Montgomery Bell, our cabins, and our camping options all have options for group gatherings. Request information at the link below, and we’ll help you coordinate the right overnight stays for your function! 

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      The Lodge at Montgomery Bell

      Located in the middle of serene Montgomery Bell State Park, the fully remodeled 117-room hotel sits on the banks of Lake Acorn and provides guests with the opportunity to escape.
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      • RVs parked in a lush green forest campground.
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      Montgomery Bell Tent and RV Campsites 

      Open year-round, the campground provides 20-, 30-, and 50-amp electric service, with many including water and onsite sewer. Most electrical sitescan accommodate 60 ft. campers. There are three bathhouses in the campground, and picnic tables, trash cans, and grills are available at each campsite. Some sites are available along the creek bank running beside the campground.

      Campsites can only contain one motorhome (RV, fifth-wheel, pop-up, travel trailer) plus one tent OR two tents. Campsites are limited to 4 people per site.

      There are 2 accessible pull-through campsites.

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      • Wooden picnic table and birdhouse by a lake, surrounded by trees.
      • Wooden cabin entrance with a ramp leading to a forested lake area.

      Montgomery Bell Backcountry Camping

      Backcountry camping is allowed on the overnight trail with a backcountry camping permit. Tent camping is not allowed on the overnight trail.  

      To reserve a backcountry shelter, please call the backcountry reservation line. 

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      • Bedroom with two double beds, large window, TV, and ceiling fan.
      • Modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a black fridge.
      • Outdoor patio with fireplace, wooden chairs, and dining table surrounded by lush trees.
      • Spacious living room with large windows, sofas, and a glowing fireplace.
      • Cozy bedroom with a large bed, ceiling fan, and window view of trees.
      • Modern kitchen and dining area with wood cabinets and granite countertops.
      • Bathroom with granite countertop, towels, toilet, and large mirror.
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      • Stone patio with a grill, surrounded by trees and a modern glass building.
      • Hotel room bathroom with granite sink, large mirror, and view into bedroom with a bed.
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      • Modern bathroom with granite countertop, toilet, and shower.

      Montgomery Bell Premium Cabins 

      2 bedrooms 4 beds 2 baths
      The eight premium cabins at Montgomery Bell State Park come with a fully equipped kitchen that includes a dishwasher, microwave, full refrigerator, toaster, and coffee maker. All bedrooms and the great room have a flat-screen TV. Each cabin has a large covered patio with an outdoor fireplace and gas grill. The swimming pool at the Lodge is available to Lodge and cabin guests.
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    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 Tennessee Forests 

      To learn more about the pests that threaten Tennessee and what you can do to help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive pests, click the link below.

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    • Don’t Move Firewood 

      To learn more about Don’t Move Firewood, click the link below.

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    • Find Firewood Vendors 

      Find firewood vendors near you, when you are at the park, or on the way.

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    Visit the Gift Shops

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      The Camp Store 

      The park’s camp store is your best spot for finding gear, snacks, and accessories to make your camping experience exceptional. The camp store is your go-to destination for ice cream, ingredients for S'mores, and of course a lighter! 

      Hours: Open seasonal hours

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      Visitor Center Gift Shop

      The Visitor Center Gift Shop is the perfect place to pick up a map, learn about the park, or find a souvenir. You’ll find an assortment of apparel and keepsakes to remember your trip to the park.   

      Address:
      1020 Jackson Hill Road, Burns TN, 37029
      1-615-797-9052

      Hours: 
      Monday - Saturday
      8:00 AM to 4:00 PM 
      Closed Sunday

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