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Cages Bend Campground in Tennessee
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Cages Bend Campground

Old Hickory Lake, Tennessee

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As of October 2026, Cages Bend Campground is a campground in Tennessee with 43 campsites. Cages Bend Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Cages Bend Campground is located at 36.3046ยฐ N, 86.5168ยฐ W.
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Cages Bend Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (8 sites)Oct 2 (2 sites)

8 sites open on Oct 1 at Cages Bend Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 20:37 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Cages Bend Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cages Bend Campground

  • Standard 43
  • Accessible 4
  • Hookups 43

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft1 site
  • 27 ft1 site
  • 30 ft4 sites
  • 32 ft3 sites
  • 35 ft5 sites
  • 38 ft5 sites
  • 40 ft9 sites
  • 45 ft13 sites
  • 50 ft1 site

Amenities

  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Cages Bend Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the CAGES BEND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
01Standard6-Electric, Water-
02Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
03Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
04Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
05Standard630 ftElectric, Water-
06Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
07Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
08Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
09Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
10Standard650 ftElectric, Water-
11Standard632 ftElectric, Water-
12Standard638 ftElectric, Water-
13Standard638 ftElectric, Water-
14Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
15Standard635 ftElectric, Water-
16Standard635 ftElectric, Water-
17Standard630 ftElectric, Water-
18Standard635 ftElectric, Water-
19Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
20Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
21Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
22Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
SiteTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
23Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
24Standard645 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
25Standard632 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
26Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
27Standard638 ftElectric, Water-
28Standard630 ftElectric, Water-
29Standard625 ftElectric, Water-
30Standard630 ftElectric, Water-
31Standard627 ftElectric, Water-
32Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
33Standard640 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
34Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
35Standard632 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
36Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
37Standard635 ftElectric, Water-
38Standard635 ftElectric, Water-
39Standard638 ftElectric, Water-
40Standard638 ftElectric, Water-
41Standard645 ftElectric, Water-
42Standard640 ftElectric, Water-
43Standard645 ftElectric, Water-

About Cages Bend Campground

Overview

Cages Bend Campground is located on the shores of Old Hickory Lake, offering campers the opportunity to enjoy activities with a beautiful scenic backdrop.

Water recreation is the major attraction for lake-goers, but with white-tailed deer, migratory song birds and waterfowl abundant in the area, birding and wildlife photography is popular as well.

Recreation

Swimming and sailing are popular ways to enjoy the lake, and anglers can find exceptional bank and boat fishing for catfish, crappie and bass.

Facilities

The campground offers a playground for families, a boat ramp for easy lake access, showers for comfort and a group picnic shelter for convenient entertaining. All sites have electric and water hookups and four sites meet accessibility standards. Laundry facilities are also onsite. Two docks are also available for fishing only, one is located inside the campground and the other is beside the boat ramp.

Natural Features

Old Hickory Lake is a 22,500 acre reservoir just northeast of the Nashville metropolitan area.

Fed by the Cumberland River, it stretches for 97 miles, offering an ideal home for several birds and animals in its woodland habitat.

Nearby Attractions

Downtown Nashville, known as "the music city," is just over a thirty minute drive from the campground.

Visitors looking for more pier fishing opportunities can explore nearby piers at Rockland, Sanders Ferry, Shutes Branch and Bledsoe Creek State Park.

History buffs will appreciate a day trip to the Hermitage, an impressive National Historic Landmark where the seventh U.S. President, Andrew Jackson lived.

Charges & Cancellations

* Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your site or dates.

* Cancellations made the day before, or up to the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first nights use fee.

* No-Shows are charged a $20.00 fee plus the first nights use fee.

* If your reservation is for 1 night, and you have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 serivce fee.

Rules and notices at Cages Bend Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cages Bend Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Campsite must be reserved; no walk-ins

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Check-In Time: 3:00 PM

Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM

Cages Bend Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cages Bend Campground?

Cages Bend Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 43 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cages Bend Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cages Bend Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cages Bend Campground have?

Cages Bend Campground has 43 campsites.

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