Lone Branch

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Lone Branch

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Cancellation policy for group day use facility (shelter) reservations: if a customer cancels within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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"Reviewers overwhelmingly love Lone Branch, consistently describing it as clean, peaceful, and beautiful, with plenty of open space by the water. It’s especially popular for relaxing, picnicking, fishing, boating/kayaking, and enjoying wildlife like deer. Many reviewers call it one of their favorite spots to unwind and spend time with family or a partner."

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About Lone Branch

Escape to Lone Branch, where shaded groves and grassy shores meet the sparkling waters of Old Hickory Lake. Cast a line for bass, crappie, and catfish from your boat, then gather under electric-equipped picnic shelters as the Tennessee sun filters through the trees—this is lake life at its most peaceful.
The facility includes group day-use picnic shelters; the source does not specify tent, RV, primitive, cabin, or glamping camping types.
Historical SignificanceWhile Lone Branch offers tranquil refuge from the bustle of nearby Nashville, you're never far from the city's legendary attractions. The Country Music Hall of Fame pulses with the sounds that made Nashville famous, while The Hermitage stands as a testament to Andrew Jackson's legacy, inviting visitors to walk the same grounds where Old Hickory himself once lived. It's the perfect balance: wilderness by night, culture by day.
Natural Features and SceneryOld Hickory Lake stretches across 22,500 acres of shimmering water, born from the Cumberland River and held back by the impressive Old Hickory Lock and Dam. At Lone Branch, the reservoir's edge transforms into your personal oasis, where mature trees cast dappled shade over grassy clearings and the water laps gently at the shoreline. Whether you're launching from the boat ramp at dawn or watching the sun set over the lake's expansive surface, the natural beauty here tells the story of Tennessee's waterways.
Geological RegionNestled in north-central Tennessee, this campground sits along Old Hickory Lake, a man-made reservoir carved from the Cumberland River valley. The Old Hickory Lock and Dam transformed this stretch of the Cumberland into a recreational paradise, creating a massive 22,500-acre lake that now defines the region's landscape and draws water enthusiasts from across the state.
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Total Campsitesnull campsites
Recommended CampsitesGroup picnic shelters include electric hookups and grills and each holds up to 50 guests. A boat ramp is available for lake access; bring appropriate boating and fishing gear.

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Guests Allowed Per Site
  • Group picnic shelters: up to 50 guests
  • guest limits for individual campsites not provided.
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Two group picnic shelters are available, each with electric hookups and grills and a capacity of up to 50 guests. Parking may be limited. Reservation cancellation policy: cancellations within 14 days of the scheduled arrival for group day-use shelters forfeit the total day-use fee.
Tents
Tents are not allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed

Site layoutShaded areas with grassy open spaces, picnic grills and group shelters; shoreline access and a boat ramp for lake recreation.
Cancellation PolicyIf a customer cancels a group day use facility (shelter) reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.

Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Electricity hookups

Activities you can enjoy

Boating and fishing are the primary recreational draws at Lone Branch on Old Hickory Lake. The site provides lake access via a boat ramp and anglers commonly catch black bass, crappie and catfish.
Fishing
Anglers often catch black bass, crappie and catfish on Old Hickory Lake.
Boating
Boating is a main attraction and a boat ramp is available on site for lake access.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresOn Old Hickory Lake with an on-site boat ramp; immediate lake access for boating and fishing.
Common complaintsParking may be limited for group picnic shelter events.

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Lone Branch
Driving directionsFrom Nashville, TN, take I-40 East to exit 229-B/Golden Bear Gateway. Continue straight on Golden Bear Gateway for approximately 9 miles. Entrance to the recreation area will be on your left just past Cedar Creek Club. Golden Bear Gateway turns into Benders Ferry Road at the US-70/Lebanon Road intersection.
Accessible via I-40 East to exit 229-B/Golden Bear Gateway; Golden Bear Gateway / Benders Ferry Road provides direct access.
Nearby places
Nashville (just beyond the Nashville metropolitan area)

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Lone Branch has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers overwhelmingly love Lone Branch, consistently describing it as clean, peaceful, and beautiful, with plenty of open space by the water. It’s especially popular for relaxing, picnicking, fishing, boating/kayaking, and enjoying wildlife like deer. Many reviewers call it one of their favorite spots to unwind and spend time with family or a partner.
Review Summaries
Based on 4 reviews

What Campers Love

Visitors praise the well-kept grounds, plentiful picnic tables and grills (many close to the water), and clean bathrooms/restrooms. The area is repeatedly described as quiet, calm, and relaxing, with...
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Common Concerns

There are very few complaints in these reviews. One user notes occasional disrespectful “hotrod fishing boats” disturbing others and wildlife, and another mentions it can be “a little crowded” at...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Good spot for fishing from the bank and launching boats or kayaks; several reviewers mention catching fish and enjoying the water. Plan to use the numerous picnic tables and grills, especially those...
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Camper Quotes

“Nice park, plenty of tables and grills, lots of open space, clean bathrooms.” “This is one of my favorite places. My guy takes me here to fish and we always have a wonderful time. Nice and peaceful...
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Site-Specific Reviews

One reviewer specifically highlights “Site 2” as a standout spot, noting that it is “just enough off the beaten path” and offers “beautiful scenery.” No other individual sites are mentioned by number...
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