Rockland Recreation Area
Campground · Tennessee · 6 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Old Hickory Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 6
- Bookable sites
- up to 160
- People per site
- 5
- Accessible sites
- 464 ft
- Elevation
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, navigational facilities and other programs at Old Hickory Lake. There are numerous stores with amenities within the Old Hickory Lake area.The facts
- 6 bookable sites
- 6 sites for day use only
- 5 accessible sites
- Up to 160 people per site
- Loops: ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA
Site types
- 3 Group Shelter Electric
- 2 Group Shelter Nonelectric
- 1 Group Picnic Area
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, grills.
6 campsites at Rockland Recreation Area
Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gazebo | ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA | Group Picnic Area | — | — | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| Shelter 1 | ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | Lakefront | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| Shelter 2A | ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | Lakefront | — | 160 | ♿ 🐾 |
| Shelter 2B | ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | Lakefront | — | 160 | ♿ 🐾 |
| Shelter 3 | ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | — | Lakefront | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| Shelter 4 | ROCKLAND RECREATION AREA | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | — | Lakefront | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Nashville, TN, take I-65 North to TN-386/Vietnam Veterans Blvd. Continue East on TN-386/Vietnam Veterans Blvd. to exit 3 for US-31E toward Hendersonville. Turn right onto Rockland Road (1st red light you come to), travel approximately 0.6 miles. Turn right onto Power Plant Road. Turn left onto Overlook Circle. You are now in Rockland Recreation Area.
36.29830, -86.65055 · 36°17'53.9"N 86°39'2.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 90°F in Aug, down to 47°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 47 | 51 | 61 | 71 | 79 | 86 | 90 | 90 | 83 | 72 | 60 | 50 |
| Low °F | 27 | 30 | 37 | 45 | 55 | 64 | 67 | 67 | 60 | 47 | 36 | 29 |
| Precip in | 3.7 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 3.7 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 4.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.4 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 Rockland Recreation Area
- Can you reserve a site at Rockland Recreation Area?
- Yes, Rockland Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Rockland Recreation Area have?
- 6 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Rockland Recreation Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Rockland Recreation Area.
- Does Rockland Recreation Area have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
Camping near Rockland Recreation Area
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- Seven Points (TN) 12.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- The Hermitage Hotel 11.9 mi · Facility
- Union Station Hotel Nashville, Autograph Collection 12.3 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 615-822-4846
- Email noel.c.smith@us.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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