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National forest campground · Stewart County
Piney Campground
Piney Campground is a national forest campground at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area in Stewart County, Tennessee. It has 384 campsites.
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Amenities at Piney Campground
- HookupsFull hookups
- BookingReservable and first come
- PetsNot allowed
- ShowersYes
Summary of the official listing. Details and sources are in the table below.
Status notice for Piney Campground
Seasonal: open March – November per agency page.
Piney Campground campsites, fees and season
Each row below is copied from the official USDA Forest Service listing for Piney Campground and links to it.
| Item | As published | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Campsites | 384 (44 full hookup, 283 electric, 57 tent or primitive) | Source |
| Hookups | 283 electrical hookup sites; 44 sites with electric, water, and sewer (30 and 50 amp rates published). | Source |
| Reservations | Reservations and first come | Source |
| Booking window | Reservations can be made 2 days to 6 months in advance. | Source |
| Season | Piney Campground is open March – November. Check-in is 4:30 p.m.; check-out is 3:30 p.m. | Source |
| Nightly fees | Basic $12; 30 Amp Electric $26; 30 Amp Electric/Water/Sewer $40; 50 Amp Electric/Water/Sewer $42; Cabins sleeps 4 $50; Cabins sleeps 8 $75; visitor per vehicle $5; extra vehicle $5; visitor shower $5. | Source |
| Stay limit | Regulations limit camping to 21 consecutive days. After 21 days, you must move to another campsite for a minimum of 7 days before returning to previous occupied campsite. | Source |
| Pets | Pets must be on a leash of 6-feet or less and under physical control at all times while in campground. Pets are not permitted in bathrooms, shower buildings, outpost, and cabins. | Source |
| Showers | Yes | Source |
| Amenities | Swimming beach, Archery range, Ball field, Bike trails, Campfire theater, Hiking trails, Two boat ramps (campers only), Fishing pier, Outpost store, Showers in each bathhouse | Source |
| Phone | 931-232-5331 | Source |
| Address | 621 Fort Henry Road, Dover, TN 37058 | Source |
Rules that apply at Piney Campground
These come from USDA Forest Service rules for all of its campgrounds, not just this one.
| Rule | What it says | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Firewood | Leave firewood at home; do not transport it to campgrounds. Use firewood from local sources. Dead and downed wood can be collected within LBL; chainsaws allowed. | Source |
| Quiet hours | Quiet hours 11pm to 6am. Generators allowed from 6am to 11pm unless in a designated 24-hour generator area. | Source |
| Pets | Keep pets leashed (6 feet or less in campgrounds) and under control; leaving pets unattended is prohibited. | Source |
| Alcohol | Possessing alcoholic beverages in violation of any KY or TN State law is prohibited. Order 60-02-13: possessing an alcoholic beverage outside of any designated campsite is prohibited at Piney, Gatlin Point and the TN portion of Rushing Creek. | Source |
| Stay limits | Backcountry and self-service: 21 nights during any 30 consecutive days, then move off LBL. Developed campgrounds: 21 consecutive days, then move to another campsite for at least 7 days. | Source |
Questions about camping at Piney Campground
How many campsites does Piney Campground have?
USDA Forest Service lists 384 campsites: 44 full hookup, 283 electric, 57 tent or primitive.
Can I reserve a site at Piney Campground?
Some sites can be reserved and some are first come, first served. Reservations can be made 2 days to 6 months in advance.
When is Piney Campground open?
Piney Campground is open March – November. Check-in is 4:30 p.m.; check-out is 3:30 p.m.
Does Piney Campground have hookups?
283 electrical hookup sites; 44 sites with electric, water, and sewer (30 and 50 amp rates published).
How much does a site at Piney Campground cost?
$12 to $75 a night as published by USDA Forest Service. Confirm the current rate when booking.
Are there showers at Piney Campground?
Yes, the listing shows showers.
How long can I stay at Piney Campground?
Regulations limit camping to 21 consecutive days. After 21 days, you must move to another campsite for a minimum of 7 days before returning to previous occupied campsite.
Are pets allowed at Piney Campground?
Pets must be on a leash of 6-feet or less and under physical control at all times while in campground. Pets are not permitted in bathrooms, shower buildings, outpost, and cabins.
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