Army Corps of Engineers · Dale Hollow Lake · Allons, TN

Lillydale Campground And Day Use

Lillydale Campground and Recreation Area is located along the shores of Dale Hollow Lake in the hills of Tennessee.

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LILLYDALE CAMPGROUND AND DAY USE VIEW FROM BEACH WITH RV, CAMPERS AND LAKE IN BACKGROUNDSEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY PLANLillydale Campground And Day UseLILLYDALE CAMPGROUND AND DAY USE FIRST LOOP
Photos courtesy of USACE · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard with electric72
Tent-only23
RV with electric7
Standard, no hookups5
tent only electric4
Group tent areas1
group shelter electric1
Host/management2
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

113 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessibleRating
001Lillydale CampgroundStandardBack-inGravelNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
002Lillydale CampgroundTent onlyPavedNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
003Lillydale CampgroundTent onlyBack-inPavedNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
004Lillydale CampgroundStandardBack-inGravelNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
005Lillydale CampgroundStandardBack-inGravelNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
006Lillydale CampgroundStandardBack-inGravelNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
007Lillydale CampgroundStandardBack-inGravelNoYes / –6 / 2YesStandard
008Lillydale CampgroundTent onlyGravelNoYes / –Lakefront6 / 2YesStandard
009Lillydale CampgroundTent onlyPavedNoYes / –Lakefront6 / 2YesStandard
010Lillydale CampgroundTent onlyPavedPartialNoYes / –Lakefront6 / 2YesPrime

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Campground map of Lillydale Campground And Day Use
Campground map published by Army Corps of Engineers on Recreation.gov, credited to USACE. Open the image for full size.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water
Max vehicle length77 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Tent padsYes
FeesPayment will be limited to online or credit card transactions only.
AccessibilitySites 093, L1-Picnic Shelter are listed accessible
  • Lillydale Campground features 112 single party campsites, one group island tent camping (double party) site, and one large group picnic shelter located in the day use. Electric hookups, drinking water, flush toilets and a dump station all create a comfortable camping experience.
  • Two boat ramps, two volleyball courts and two swimming beaches offer additional recreational opportunities.
  • Camping is limited to a 14-day stay within a 30-consecutive day period.
  • Site Type Definitions:
  • An RV Site is a paved/concrete site for wheeled camping units such as motorhome, fifth wheel, pull trailer and pop-up campers. RV sites are not suitable for tents.
  • A Standard Site is one with a fine gravel surface pad. It will accommodate wheeled units and tents.
  • A Tent Site will accommodate tents only.
  • Group Tent Island Area Nonelectric is a group camping site (109 & 110) on the island. One fee for both sites. ATB pass discounts do not apply. View cancellation policies as group site refund policies differ from standard sites.
  • Group Shelter Electric is the picnic shelter.
  • For site specifics such as site measurements, parking and if the site is level, be sure to review the Information text at the bottom of each specific site page.
  • All camping equipment and vehicles are to be located on the designated site pad or parking areas.
  • General Site Notes:
  • 30 Amp Service and Water Hookups on sites 68, 71, 74, 78-93
  • 50 Amp Service and Water Hookups on sites 16-67, 69-70, 72-73, 75-77, 94-99
  • Accessible & Paved Site: 93
  • Paved Sites: 66, 67, 69, 70, 72, 73
  • Tent Only Sites: 2, 3, 8-15, 23, 31, 32, 34, 101-115
  • Island Camping Sites 110-115. Remote Park and Walk-In. No electric or water hookup on Island
  • Group camping site: 109 & 110; ATB pass discounts do not apply.
  • Visitors to Campers will be charged a per vehicle per day fee

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Lillydale Campground And Day Use30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 4.52 inches of precipitationFebruary: 4.96 inches of precipitationMarch: 5.01 inches of precipitationApril: 5.19 inches of precipitationMay: 4.90 inches of precipitationJune: 4.74 inches of precipitationJuly: 5.28 inches of precipitationAugust: 4.09 inches of precipitationSeptember: 3.62 inches of precipitationOctober: 3.27 inches of precipitationNovember: 3.68 inches of precipitationDecember: 5.32 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 36.2°F averageFebruary: 39.7°F averageMarch: 47.7°F averageApril: 56.9°F averageMay: 65.0°F averageJune: 72.4°F averageJuly: 75.6°F averageAugust: 74.4°F averageSeptember: 68.5°F averageOctober: 57.9°F averageNovember: 47.3°F averageDecember: 39.8°F average0 in2 in4 in6 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Byrdstown, 10 miles from the campground at 880 feet, station USC00401310 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 55 inches a year.

Getting there

From Byrdstown, Tennessee, take Highway 111 south for about 13 miles. Turn north on 294/Willow Grove Road (at Big Springs Market) and continue for another 13 miles, then turn right onto Lillydale Road and continue to the entrance. It is recommended that visitors do not rely soley on GPS or Mapquest to reach the park.

Nearest townAllons, Tennessee
Coordinates36.6044° N, 85.3025° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

  • There is no fee to make a reservation.
  • A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
  • A $10 service fee may be charged to changes made to an existing reservation (see full policies for when this is applicable).
  • Day of arrival cancellations or adjustments must be made by calling the park.
  • A customer who cancels a standard campsite reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation).
  • Customers who cancel a group overnight campsite reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
  • Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation (picnic shelter) less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee.
  • No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use fee for a day-use facility.
  • Applicable fees, including service/cancellation fees and change fees, are non-refundable and subject to change.
  • No refunds for recreation use fees may be made at the campground.
  • Early departures must depart and drop their tag before the checkout time in order to receive a refund for the unused day.
  • Two-night weekend and three-night holiday weekend minimum reservation requirement not subject to early departure refunds.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗3.4 mi
Outdoor gearHail's Sports and Outdoors ↗24 mi

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Explore

Video

Lillydale Campground Site-by-Site Tour | Dale Hollow Lake Camping Guide

Worth a stop

The Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery is located about 32 miles from the campground. Operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the hatchery is the largest federal trout hatchery east of the Mississippi, producing 1.5 million trout annually. The hatchery is open to visitors daily.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

Dale Hollow Dam and Lake was completed in 1943. Although the dam was built for flood control and power generation, it has now become a recreational oasis for more than 3 million visitors each year. The dam is located on the Obey River, about 3 miles east of Celina, Tennessee. Surrounded by a thick expanse of forest, the clear blue lake creates a stunning scenic backdrop for a variety of water and land recreational activities. Centrally located on Dale Hollow near the Tennessee-Kentucky State boarder, Lillydale was named one of the National Recreation Reservation Service's Top Ten Most Scenic Campgrounds to visit. In the late fall through early spring, the American Bald Eagle can be spotted flying overhead or perched on low-lying limbs. Dale Hollow hosts the second-largest wintering eagle population in the states of Tennessee and Kentucky. For a short time surrounding the Labor Day holiday, Purple Martins put on quite a show as thousands of these birds darken the evening sky. Needing to roost, they are using the small island adjacent to Lillydale campground as a layover during their migration south.

Recreation

Dale Hollow is renowned for its fishing opportunities. In addition to yielding the world record smallmouth bass and being known as a trophy smallmouth lake, the Obey River below Dale Hollow Dam is also known for excellent rainbow and brown trout fishing. Boating and water skiing are also popular activities, and with 27,700 surface acres of water and 620 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of space for campers to explore the lake. Secluded tie-ups are located around the shore, offering campers a peaceful nature experience. The campground is surrounded by a dense canopy of forest, and a hiking trail snakes through the landscape and along the lake shore. Lillydale hosts the best lake view of any campground on Dale Hollow Lake, with the most waterfront campsites. The Accordian Bluff Hiking Trail is a 7.5 mile one-way trail that ascends to a ridge-top and back down to the shoreline of Dale Hollow Lake. The trail is ideal for birders and wildflower enthusiasts. This trail connects both Lillydale and Willow Grove Campgrounds and can be accessed via the trailhead located at the campground.

Guidebooks for Tennessee

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  • Best Tent Camping: Tennessee
    Johnny Molloy, 2015
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  • Campgrounds in and Around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    Grueen Huffman, 2010
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    Kelley Roark, 2016
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Sites at Lillydale Campground And Day Use are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Payment will be limited to online or credit card transactions only.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.

Source: Charges and cancellations

How many sites does Lillydale Campground And Day Use have?

115 sites, including 72 standard sites with power, 23 tent-only sites, 7 RV sites with electric, and 5 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does Lillydale Campground And Day Use have hookups?

Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Lillydale Campground features 112 single party campsites, one group island tent camping (double party) site, and one large group picnic shelter located in the day use. Electric hookups, drinking water, flush toilets and a dump station all create a comfortable camping experience.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lillydale Campground And Day Use. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

Sites 093 and L1-Picnic Shelter are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Lillydale Campground And Day Use?

FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map