Is Standing Stone State Park first-come first-served or reservation?

Standing Stone State Park accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Standing Stone State Park before I book?

Yes! Standing Stone State Park has 12 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Standing Stone State Park?

Yes, Standing Stone State Park has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Is there cell service at Standing Stone State Park?

Cell phone service at Standing Stone State Park is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

Are dogs allowed at Standing Stone State Park?

Pets are not allowed at Standing Stone State Park. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Standing Stone State Park?

Standing Stone State Park offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Standing Stone State Park?

Popular activities at Standing Stone State Park include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Standing Stone State Park

4.46

122 reviews

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948 ft

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Full HookupsPull-ThroughUp to 100 ftShowersWiFi

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Quick Facts

948 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

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Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Check Policy

Full HookupsPull-ThroughUp to 100 ftShowersWiFi

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Standing Stone State Park

36.4714, -85.4150

Weather at Standing Stone State Park

Best Time to Camp at Standing Stone State Park

Fall is the standout season here. September through October brings daytime highs around 50–65°F and cool nights in the 30s–40s, with the hardwood hills showing reliable color. Mosquitoes drop off, crowds thin, and hiking around the lake feels less crowded. Early fall still offers good boating and fishing before temperatures drop further. Summer works for swimming and paddling, though it's warmer and busier.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.5 / 5

Fall called the standout season with reliable color and cool, pleasant temps.

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About Standing Stone State Park

Standing Stone State Park sits on the wooded shores of Kelly Lake in Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, about 15 miles south of Livingston. The park offers tent and RV sites with full hookups, plus cabins and a group lodge. Roads are narrow and hilly with tight turns, so larger RVs require careful maneuvering.

Offers tent sites, RV sites (including pull-through and 50-amp hookups), private cabins, and group cabins/lodge.

Weather and SeasonsFall is the standout season here. September through October brings daytime highs around 50–65°F and cool nights in the 30s–40s, with the hardwood hills showing reliable color. Mosquitoes drop off, crowds thin, and hiking around the lake feels less crowded. Early fall still offers good boating and fishing before temperatures drop further. Summer works for swimming and paddling, though it's warmer and busier.

Natural Features and SceneryKelly Lake anchors the park, surrounded by dense hardwood forest at 948 feet elevation. Trails wind through the woods and along the shoreline, connecting campsites to the water. The setting is quiet and heavily wooded, with the kind of tree cover that makes backing into sites tricky but provides good shade. Some campground areas show erosion and ground sinkage, making leveling difficult on certain pads.

Scenic ViewsScenic lake views and wooded surroundings along trails and many campsites.

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Best CampsitesCampsites are generally spacious and can handle tents and RVs, though some require patience. Site 13 has been flagged for backing challenges but works if you take it slow. The group lodge gets recommendations for larger gatherings. If you're bringing a big rig, contact park staff ahead of time and plan to arrive before dark.

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Amenities available

Restroom buildings with showers, potable drinking water, electric/water/sewer hookups (including 50-amp and pull-through sites), sanitary dump station, picnic tables, on-site market and firewood sales, trash service, Wi‑Fi and phone service.

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RV details

Electric hookups36 of 72 sites (50%)

Water hookups36 of 72 sites (50%)

Sewer hookups1 of 72 sites (1%)

1 full hookup site1 pull-through siteUp to 100 ft vehicles

Activities you can enjoy

Lake- and forest-based recreation including hiking, fishing, boating/kayaking, swimming, and wildlife viewing.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsNarrow, hilly and tree-lined roads and campsite approaches can make backing and maneuvering larger rigs difficult; reports of erosion and ground sinkage in some areas. Phone service is reported as available but carrier coverage and quality are not specified.

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4.5

122 reviews

Recommended

Standing Stone State Park is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Most reviews are positive, praising the lake scenery, hiking trails, clean park grounds, cabins, and helpful staff. A minority of visitors note aging campground infrastructure and challenges for large RVs on narrow/curvy roads.

Review Summaries

Based on 122 reviews

What Campers Love

Beautiful lake and wooded scenery, well-maintained trails, on-site cabins and group lodging, paddle boats and swimming pool, friendly/helpful staff, and available firewood and convenience services.

Based on 122 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

If traveling with a large rig, plan ahead, arrive before dark, and be prepared for narrow entrances and tree-lined sites; contact park staff or rangers for assistance and reserve cabins/group lodging...

Based on 122 reviews

Camper Quotes

“very old campground looks like hasn’t been updated for many years very curvy road for campers we had a 42 foot diesel rv and had a hard time finding a spot”; “We had an amazing time in Group Cabin 2...

Based on 122 reviews

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Fall foliage hikers and lake paddlers get the best of this place in September and October, when Kelly Lake trail is uncrowded and temperatures are cool enough to actually enjoy it. Cabins and group lodge book up, so reserve early.

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Large RVs will have a rough time: roads are narrow, hilly, and lined with trees, and some pads have erosion issues that make leveling a real project. Arrive after dark and the tight turns get worse.

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Dale Hollow Damsite sits on the shores of Dale Hollow Lake near Celina, Tennessee, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This mid-sized campground offers electric and water hookups, modern amenities including showers and laundry, and direct access to some of the region's best fishing and hiking. Fall brings spectacular hardwood color and ideal conditions for bass and crappie fishing, with the nearby fish hatchery adding educational interest for families.