Can you reserve a site at Right Bank Recreation Area?

Yes, Right Bank Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area?

Yes, pets are allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area.

Are campfires allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area?

Campfires are allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Right Bank Recreation Area, Tennessee — 5 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The relaxing family friendly atmosphere at Right Bank Recreation Area will have campers wanting to return as often as possible. Right Bank also known as Cheatham Dam is located about 11 miles northwest of Ashland City, TN and is a 30 minute drive to Nashville.

Recreation

The temperate climate here allows for a lengthy recreation season, including boating, canoeing, swimming and fishing. Camping is also available in the adjacent Lock A Campground. There are several playgrounds for the children and horseshoe pits for the adults. The area also provides numerous individual picnic tables with grills, a designated swimming area with sand beach (no life guard, swim at your own risk), two boat launching ramps, two volleyball courts, a softball field, and three public restrooms. The large pavilions offer a nice location for family get-togethers.

Facilities

Within Right Bank Recreation Area there a four group shelters available for advanced reservation -- Cottonwood, Beachside, Willey's and Red Bud. Cottonwood shelter is smaller than the rest with four picnic tables. Willey's offers seven picnic tables, and Sycamore Creek has eight picnic tables. The largest shelters are Red Bud with 12 picnic tables and Beachside with 16 picnic tables. All of the shelters have multiple BBQs, parking to accommodate the group, as well as water and garbage service. Red Bud and Willey's are the only shelters with a fire pit and Willey's also has a fireplace. All visitors to the park between Memorial Day and Labor Day will be charged a day use fee of $5.00.

Just down the road from Right Bank Recreation Area is another shelter known as Sycamore Creek, which also accommodate groups.

Natural Features

Right Bank Recreation Area is located on the right bank of the Cumberland River, hence the name. The park follows the contour of the Cumberland River (Cheatham Lake) for two miles. Beautiful old trees litter the area and provide cool shade on even the hottest days.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include the Ashland City Bicentennial Trail, Riverbluff Park, Lock A Campground, Harpeth River Bridge Campground, Cheatham Lake Wildlife Management Area, Doziers Dock, and Pardue Recreation Area. All the sights and sounds of Nashville, TN are just a 30 minute drive away.

Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy.

The facts

5 bookable sites
5 sites for day use only
5 accessible sites
Up to 100 people per site
Loops: Right Bank Recreation Area

Site types

5 Group Shelter Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills, shade.

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5 campsites at Right Bank Recreation Area

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
Beachside	Right Bank Recreation Area	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	Riverfront	—	100	♿ 🐾
Cottonwood	Right Bank Recreation Area	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	Riverfront	—	50	♿ 🐾
Red Bud	Right Bank Recreation Area	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	Riverfront	—	100	♿ 🐾
Sycamore Creek	Right Bank Recreation Area	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	Riverfront	—	100	♿ 🐾
Willey's	Right Bank Recreation Area	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	Riverfront	—	100	♿ 🐾

Getting there

Right Bank Recreation Area is located approximately 11 miles northwest of Ashland City, Tenn. To reach the area, take Cheatham Dam Road off State Route 12 in the Cheap Hill Community. Right Bank Recreation Area is on the right bank of the lake, just upstream from Cheatham Lock and Dam.

36.31639, -87.19622 · 36°18'59.0"N 87°11'46.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 89°F in Jul, down to 48°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	48	53	61	70	78	86	89	89	83	73	60	51
Low °F	28	30	37	44	55	64	68	66	60	47	37	31
Precip in	3.8	4.5	4.5	4.7	5.6	4.4	4.0	3.3	3.8	3.8	3.9	4.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Right Bank Recreation Area

Can you reserve a site at Right Bank Recreation Area?: Yes, Right Bank Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Right Bank Recreation Area have?: 5 sites.
Are pets allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area?: Yes, pets are allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area.
Does Right Bank Recreation Area have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area?: Campfires are allowed at Right Bank Recreation Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Right Bank Recreation Area

Lock A 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Harpeth River Bridge Campground (TN) 3.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Old Hickory Beach 29.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rockland Recreation Area 30.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Shutes Branch 35.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cook Day Use Area 35.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Anderson Road Campground 36.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Avondale 36.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Seven Points (TN) 37.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Smith Springs 37.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
The Hermitage Hotel 25.4 mi · Facility
Union Station Hotel Nashville, Autograph Collection 25.4 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 615-792-5697
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Right Bank Recreation Area