About Lock a
Number of accommodations: 44
Campground Amenities
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Showers -
Dump Station -
Playground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (421)
What Guests Are Saying
Lock A campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among visitors. The spacious campsites, beautiful views of the Cumberland River, and opportunities for biking and relaxing are significant highlights. While some facilities, like the bathrooms, are noted as outdated and in need of upgrades, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Lock A campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among visitors. The spacious campsites, beautiful views of the Cumberland River, and opportunities for biking and relaxing are significant highlights. While some facilities, like the bathrooms, are noted as outdated and in need of upgrades, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.
Review Summary
William R
VerifiedAugust 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: LOCK A
Great campsite in every way!
Phillip S
VerifiedAugust 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: LOCK A
Beautiful place will come back
Danny A
VerifiedAugust 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: LOCK A
Very pretty campground. Love the shade. One of our favorite places to go.
Only wish it had sewer.
peter and alexia k
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: LOCK A
A hidden secret….
edward l
VerifiedAugust 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: LOCK A
This place is super clean quiet with great views of the river
Tom S
VerifiedAugust 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: LOCK A
Great location on Cumberland River/Cheatham Lake.
john r
VerifiedAugust 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: LOCK A
Campground was beautifully kept, very clean. People working there were very friendly and helpful.
Steve H
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: LOCK A
Great campground!! We loved our stay!
Ken C
VerifiedJuly 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 45, Loop: LOCK A
Very nice campground. Tent spot #45 is excellent!
Joseph P
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: LOCK A
Wonderful campground on the Cumberland River. Very clean, level concrete sites at most sites, and garbage cans at each site. Fishing, biking, and swimming all available with the lock just a short distance downstream.
Location Lock a
Address:
1798 Cheatham Dam Road
Ashland City, TN, 37015-9805
United States
From Ashland City, Tennessee, take US 12 and go eight miles west to Cheap Hill. Turn
left on Cheatham Dam Road traveling west four miles. Turn left into
the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.3158 / -87.1869
Elevation: 130 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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| General |
Please be aware that falling branches are a natural hazard at this campground |
| General |
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. |
| General |
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. |
| General |
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. |
| General |
Two tents or one tent and one RV are permitted per campsite. |
| General |
Lock A campground has reservable sites only. No walk-up sites. |
