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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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 72 |
| Tent-only | 23 |
| RV with electric | 7 |
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
| tent only electric | 4 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
113 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Lillydale Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 002 | Lillydale Campground | Tent only | Paved | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||||
| 003 | Lillydale Campground | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 004 | Lillydale Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 005 | Lillydale Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 006 | Lillydale Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 007 | Lillydale Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | No | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 008 | Lillydale Campground | Tent only | Gravel | No | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 009 | Lillydale Campground | Tent only | Paved | No | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 010 | Lillydale Campground | Tent only | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
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.

Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 77 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Payment will be limited to online or credit card transactions only. |
| Accessibility | Sites 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.
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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 town | Allons, Tennessee |
| Coordinates | 36.6044° 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 station | Dump station ↗ | 3.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Hail'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.
- 2.6 miWillow Grove Marina ↗Boat launch
- 3.4 miEagle Cove Marina ↗Boat launch
- 9 miObey River Park Day Use ↗Day use
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
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- Pickett County CourthouseBuilding · Byrdstown · 9.9 mi
- Clark C. Fowler HouseBuilding · Tompkinsville · 10.5 mi
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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- Campgrounds in and Around the Great Smoky Mountains National ParkGrueen Huffman, 2010Find at Bookshop.org

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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



