Rockland Recreation Area
Rockland Recreation Area is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Tennessee. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Tennessee
- Coordinates
- 36.29830, -86.65055
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Archery, Boating, Fishing, Picnicking
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 615-822-4846
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Rockland Recreation Area
Overview Rockland Recreation Area is located on the shore of Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Old Hickory Lake was created by the Army Corps of Engineers on the Cumberland River. The lake is named after former president Andrew Jackson, nicknamed for his tough and aggressive personality. Recreation Visitors enjoy a vast array of recreational opportunities at Old Hickory including waterskiing, fishing, boating, swimming and hiking. The area provides excellent fishing for several species including bass, crappie, walleye, sauger and catfish. Facilities Rockland Recreation Area contains five group shelters and one gazebo. All shelters are covered and readily equipped with tables and grills. Many of the visitors to the shelters find the ease of bank fishing popular within the Rockland Recreation Area. A volleyball court, playground, and large grassy areas are also available. Natural Features Set in a moderately wooded area, Rockland Recreation Area is host to numerous wetland species that occupy the wooded areas along the nature trails within the area. Migratory birds visit the area during the winter months as well as year-round forest birds. Nearby Attractions Nashville, Tennessee, is located within a 20 to 25 minute s\drive from Rockland Recreation Area. The Old Hickory Lake Resource Manager's Office and Visitor Center are located directly within the Rockland Recreation Area. A trip to the Visitor Center is an excellent way to learn more about the history, nav
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Airgas · 15 mi
- Low clearances
- 3 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Hickory Beach | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.9 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Cracker Barrel #630 | Overnight parking | 3.2 mi | — | — |
| Cracker Barrel #33 | Overnight parking | 3.4 mi | — | — |
| Grand Ole RV Park | RV park | 4.7 mi | — | — |
| KOA Nashville | Private campground | 5.5 mi | — | — |
| Nashville RV Resort and Cabins | RV park | 5.5 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.