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CAGES BEND

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Playground Playground

About Cages Bend

Cages Bend Campground is located on the shores of Old Hickory Lake, offering campers the opportunity to enjoy activities with a beautiful scenic backdrop. Water recreation is the major attraction for lake-goers, but with white-tailed deer, migratory song birds and waterfowl abundant in the area, birding and wildlife photography is popular as well.

Available sites

43 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 28

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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43 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 01, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 87 ft long
🚐 02, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 105 ft long
🚐 03, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 90 ft long · Gravel
🚐 04, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 90 ft long · Gravel
🚐 05, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 51 ft long · Gravel
🚐 06, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 117 ft long
🚐 07, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 96 ft long
🚐 08, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 87 ft long · Paved
🚐 09, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Gravel
🚐 10, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 132 ft long
🚐 11, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 12, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 ft long
🚐 13, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 ft long
🚐 14, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 63 ft long
🚐 15, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 16, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 93 ft long
🚐 17, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 18, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 19, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 ft long
🚐 20, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 21, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 22, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 78 ft long · Gravel
🚐 23, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 ft long
🚐 24, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 66 ft long · Paved
🚐 25, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 26, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 ft long
🚐 27, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 28, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 29, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 ft long
🚐 30, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 31, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 32, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 33, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 34, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 ft long
🚐 35, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 ft long
🚐 36, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 37, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 38, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 39, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 40, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 51 ft long
🚐 41, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 42, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 63 ft long · Paved
🚐 43, Loop: CAGES BEND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 63 ft long

Reviews

1096 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Cages Bend campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment, with friendly hosts and clean facilities. Many guests appreciate the shaded sites, scenic views of the lake, and relaxing atmosphere. While some minor issues like drainage and restroom cleanliness were noted, the overall experience is positive, with many visitors eager to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

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5 stars 68.3% (749)
4 stars 19.3% (211)
3 stars 7.8% (85)
2 stars 3.5% (38)
1 star 1.2% (13)

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Gordon C

Verified

July 31, 2026 Stayed at: 21, Loop: CAGES BEND

This was our first time at this campground. The areas are kept very nice and the sites are quite large. Lots of shady sites. We were waterfront and had easy access to go swimming. Only 40minutes to Nashville. We will be returning in the future

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John R

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July 31, 2026 Stayed at: 34, Loop: CAGES BEND

II was on site 34 the site 33 was so close to the fire pit on 34 i was concerned about getting sparks and soot on the truck sitting in front of the 5th wheel i would estimate 15 ft or so way to clos so i did not have a fire

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Guy M

Verified

August 2, 2026 Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAGES BEND

We always enjoy coming back to this campground. The facilities and campsites are consistently well maintained, and it was obvious the staff takes pride in keeping everything looking its best. Our site even had freshly raked gravel when we arrived.

Site 13 is easy to back into since you're making the turn from the driver's side, and it has plenty of shade to keep the campsite comfortable throughout the day.

The layout is a little different than most sites. The RV parking area sits above the main living area, which is located down a short flight of stairs. It's a unique setup and actually works well, but the stairs could use another step or two. The risers are fairly tall, so if you have young children, mobility concerns, or just don't move quite as fast as you used to, you'll probably notice the climb.

Once you walk down to the living area, everything makes sense. The living area is surrounded by water on three sides, giving it a secluded feel that's hard to beat. It's a beautiful place to relax, enjoy a meal, or spend the evening around the fire while taking in the view.

Overall, we would definitely recommend Site 13. The unusual layout takes a little getting used to, but the beautiful setting more than makes up for it.

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Richard A

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August 2, 2026 Stayed at: 26, Loop: CAGES BEND

This was the third tme camping here, the grounds are kept very nice and clean. Host are very accommodating.

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Mayra N

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August 4, 2026 Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAGES BEND

A quick weekend trip for a race we had but plan to go back and stay longer. Very well maintained and host was really friendly.

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Pam H

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August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 33, Loop: CAGES BEND

Love Cages Bend! We stayed on waterfront... absolutely beautiful and relaxing! Hosts are very friendly and helpful. Always a joy to see them! This is our favorite destination!

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Donald R

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August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAGES BEND

Beautiful park unfortunately we didn’t get to enjoy it. We live locally and decided to leave instead of listening to the unattended dogs in site 17 bark every time the wind blew. It wasn’t worth it to us to complain about it and make trouble for them. We travel with dogs but never leave them unattended outside of our rv.

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Anthony P

Verified

August 9, 2026 Stayed at: 25, Loop: CAGES BEND

An absolutely unique Cumberland River experience built in the fifties when architects, not accountants, designed campgrounds. Most sites are bi-level, all have paved pads and patios, the shower houses are immaculate, the water is palatable, and I couldn’t imagine a finer campground. Boat launch and trailer parking. Transient boat rental slips would be awesome but everything else here is perfect. Experience the wonder, power, and beauty of the Cumberland River from your campsite. The beach slopes gradually and is great for swimming. The grounds people are hard working and thorough! THANKS for keeping this place amazing for seventy years. ❤️🙏🕺

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Tony F

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August 9, 2026 Stayed at: 06, Loop: CAGES BEND

We had a fabulous time, and was very happy to be on the top of the hill

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Tommy B

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August 10, 2026 Stayed at: 16, Loop: CAGES BEND

They had a stopped up road drain which caused my campsite after every rain to stay wet for 6 to 7 days. Had steady stream for a week twice. Finally loaded up two days early and came home. Spoke with host about the problem. I’ve always known that site 16 takes on a little water which you could sweep away after the rain and it would dry up, but that wasn’t happening this time.

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Location & Directions for Cages Bend

1125 Benders Ferry Road, Gallatin, TN 37066 United States

Elevation: 145 ft

Getting There

From Nashville, TN, travel North on I-65 and take TN-386/Vietnam Veterans Blvd. Continue to exit 12, Big Station Camp Blvd. Turn right onto Big Station Camp Bldvd. Continue staight across Nashville Pike onto Cages Bend Road. Take Cages Bend Road t...

Nearest town

Gallatin, TN - 8.6 mi

About 18 min to downtown

Highway access

Cages Bend is accessible via Benders Ferry Road, which connects to State Route 109 approximately 5 miles to the west, providing access to Interstate 40 about 10 miles to the south.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • All campsites require a reservation; walk-ins are not allowed.
  • Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 12:00 PM.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; purchase it locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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