Nat Caldwell Park

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Nat Caldwell Park

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Campsite Fees
Day use fee applies to group day use facility (shelter); specific fee amounts are not provided in the source material.
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 consistently rate Nat Caldwell Park very highly, describing it as a small but beautiful lakeside/riverfront park that’s clean, quiet, and relaxing. People especially enjoy it for fishing, picnics, lunch breaks, and watching sunsets, with several noting the pleasant, uncrowded atmosphere."

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About Nat Caldwell Park

Tucked along the scenic Nashville Pike corridor, Nat Caldwell Park offers a peaceful day-use retreat where Old Hickory Lake's tranquil waters meet convenient accessibility. Whether you're planning a family gathering under the shade of the group shelter, casting a line from the shoreline, or gliding your kayak into the calm waters of Station Camp Creek, this welcoming green space delivers simple outdoor pleasures without the fuss.
Nat Caldwell Park is a day-use park with a reserveable group picnic shelter and shoreline recreational access; it is not described as a campsite or lodging facility.
Historical SignificanceThe shimmering waters you'll enjoy at Nat Caldwell Park are part of Old Hickory Lake, a reservoir that carries the legendary nickname of America's seventh president, Andrew Jackson. Known as "Old Hickory" for his tough-as-hardwood reputation, Jackson's legacy flows through these waters, which were born when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed the Old Hickory Lock and Dam on the Cumberland River, transforming the landscape into the recreational haven paddlers and anglers cherish today.
Natural Features and SceneryPositioned where Station Camp Creek feeds into Old Hickory Lake's expansive headwaters, the park opens onto a stunning 22,500-acre reservoir wrapped by an impressive 440 miles of shoreline. The lake's wooded flatlands create a serene backdrop as you explore the water's edge, where fishing spots abound and the gentle launch area beckons canoeists and kayakers to discover quiet coves and sun-dappled channels. The open, grassy spaces inland provide breathing room, while the shoreline invites you to linger where water meets land, watching the play of light across the lake's surface as herons glide overhead and bass rise in the shallows.
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Total Campsitesnull campsites
Recommended CampsitesThe park is well suited for day-use group picnics, fishing from the shoreline, and launching kayaks/canoes. The group shelter accommodates up to 50 guests and parking for about 25 vehicles.

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Guests Allowed Per Site
Group picnic shelter: up to 50 guests
Groups
  • Reserveable group picnic shelter holds up to 50 guests and has parking for approximately 25 vehicles
  • includes a grill and open grassy areas for group use. Cancellations within 14 days for group day-use shelter reservations 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 layoutFeatures a reservable group picnic shelter, grill, open grassy areas, shoreline access, and parking for the shelter (approximately 25 vehicles).
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.

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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.

Activities you can enjoy

Small, primarily day-use park focused on picnicking and shoreline recreation with nearby opportunities for hiking and mountain biking at adjacent parks.
Fishing
Shoreline access for fishing on Old Hickory Lake / headwaters of Station Camp Creek is provided.
Boating
Shoreline launch for kayaks and canoes at the park; larger-boat launching is available across Nashville Pike on Station Camp Creek (off Douglas Bend Road).
Water Sports
Kayaking and canoeing launches from the park shoreline; larger-boat launching available nearby on Station Camp Creek.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresShoreline on Old Hickory Lake; located in the headwaters of Station Camp Creek, suitable for kayak and canoe launches and fishing.

Campground Map

Nat Caldwell Park
Driving directionsFrom Nashville, take I-65 North to TN-386/Vietnam Veterans Blvd. Continue East on TN-386/Vietnam Veterans Boulevard to exit 9. Merge onto US-31E N/Johnny Cash Pkwy/E Main St. and continue approximately 2.5 miles. Nat Caldwell Park will be on your left just before crossing over Station Camp Creek.
Located right off US-31E/Nashville Pike; accessible from I-65 North via TN-386/Vietnam Veterans Blvd and US-31E.

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Nat Caldwell Park has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers consistently rate Nat Caldwell Park very highly, describing it as a small but beautiful lakeside/riverfront park that’s clean, quiet, and relaxing. People especially enjoy it for fishing, picnics, lunch breaks, and watching sunsets, with several noting the pleasant, uncrowded atmosphere.
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Based on 4 reviews

What Campers Love

Visitors love the scenic lake and river views, especially at sunset, and describe the park as beautiful, relaxing, and peaceful. Fishing—particularly for catfish—is praised as good, with some calling...
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Common Concerns

There are very few complaints in these reviews. One user notes that the park can be a bit loud at times due to being close to the road, and another mentions finding picnic trash left by previous...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Several comments suggest this is a great spot to bring lunch and enjoy a quiet meal by the water. Reviewers imply it’s especially nice at sunset and for nighttime catfishing, and one user’s...
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Camper Quotes

“Great park. Fishing, kayaking, picnic area, parking. Clean, safe. Really nice.” “Good place for Catfishing not crowded and pleasant.” “Nice pocket park to watch the sunset.”
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