Lock a

Lock A
Cheatham Lake
Lock A- Volleyball Court
Lock A- Playground
LOCK A

Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

44 total sites

RV Sites

37 sites

Tent Sites

7 sites

About Lock a

The relaxing yet activity-rich Lock A Campground has something to offer everyone from horseshoe pits to volleyball courts and hiking opportunities, plus a plethora of lake activities as well.  Keep in mind, staff will hold a campsite until the check-out time (2:00 pm) on the day following the arrival date. However, if you're arrving late, we highly recommend you call the campground to notify the Park Attendant. If arrival does not occur before check-out time on the day following the arrival date, the reservation will be canceled. 

Number of accommodations: 44

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

44 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: LOCK A RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
39, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
40, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
41, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
42, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
43, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
44, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
45, Loop: LOCK A Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (487)

What Guests Are Saying

Lock A campground is well-maintained and offers beautiful river views, spacious sites, and friendly hosts, making it an enjoyable place for camping. Visitors appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities, good connectivity, and access to water activities like kayaking. While the narrow and steep road to the campground and some dated bathroom facilities were mentioned as drawbacks, overall experiences were positive, with many guests eager to return.

Review Summary

4.7
487 reviews
5
77.4%
377
4
17.0%
83
3
2.9%
14
2
2.3%
11
1
0.4%
2

Luis M

Verified

September 28, 2021 Stayed at: 19, Loop: LOCK A

4

Very nice staff. Well maintained sites tended to daily. Good access.

charles w

Verified

October 2, 2021 Stayed at: 22, Loop: LOCK A

5

Lock a is one of our favorite local campgrounds. We always enjoy oyr stays there.

Karen O

Verified

October 4, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: LOCK A

1

Reservation confirmation not honored. Showers filthy. No electricity to bathroom outlets. Hand dryers a joke, blowing cold air feebly. Would not return.

Kristy R

Verified

October 4, 2021 Stayed at: 37, Loop: LOCK A

5

It was great, beautiful, kids and fun. We had a river facing site to watch barges go by. Mosquitos were intense

Toni C

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: 08, Loop: LOCK A

5

Large clean sites. COE Campgrounds are always well maintained, clean, on water, and offer senior discounts. I always enjoy
staying there.

Jeremy F

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: 27, Loop: LOCK A

4

Clean and well-kept. Wish there was more than one bathhouse.

David S

Verified

October 6, 2021 Stayed at: 39, Loop: LOCK A

5

Nice view on the river.

Ron H

Verified

October 7, 2021 Stayed at: 32, Loop: LOCK A

4

Very nice campsites right on the Cumberland River. Well maintained and relatively clean. The men's restroom had no soap for one day even though the cleaning service had been in there as I was entering. Still all in all, I enjoyed my stay and I do like this campground.

Lisa S

Verified

October 12, 2021 Stayed at: 07, Loop: LOCK A

5

Absolutely gorgeous campground!

Stanley A

Verified

October 13, 2021 Stayed at: 20, Loop: LOCK A

3

Nice small quiet park. We were only there two days and did not spend much time in the park. Bathrooms and showers were okay. Cell service (Verizon) was poor and so hot spot was spotty, and no wifi.

Location Lock a

Address:
1798 Cheatham Dam Road
Ashland City, TN, 37015-9805
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via US Highway 12, located approximately eight miles east of the campground.

Elevation: 130 feet

Distance to downtown

11 mi drive to downtown Ashland City (about 18 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

2PM

General

  • Please be aware that falling branches are a natural hazard at this campground
  • Motorized, including electric vehicles: Golf carts, Scooters & ATV’s are permitted on roadways in Corps operated recreation areas. However, these type of vehicles shall be operated in accordance with applicable Federal, state and local laws, which shall be regulated by authorized enforcement officials. Must be 16 years or older to drive motorized vehicle. Prohibited items include: battery operated scooters/cars, hover-boards, non compliant golf carts and ATV's. 
  • 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.
  • However, if you're arrving late, we highly recommend you call the campground to notify the Park Attendant. If arrival does not occur before check-out time on the day following the arrival date, the reservation will be canceled.
  • Two tents or one tent and one RV are permitted per campsite.
  • Lock A campground has reservable sites only. No walk-up sites.

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Last updated: September 4, 2026

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