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Made in the Shade RV Park - Only

Only, Tennessee

34 RV Sites, 10 Cabins

In Only, Tennessee—a quiet community in Hickman County in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee just off Interstate 40 at Exit 152, where the Tennessee countryside between Nashville and Memphis offers the wooded, unhurried character that the I-40 corridor's pace obscures—Made in the Shade RV Park delivers exactly what its name promises: 38 full hookup RV sites under the cooling canopy of mature shade trees, with a swimming pool, cabins, clubhouse, dog park, laundry, walking trails, pond, and stream access in a property that sits within easy reach of Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Natchez Trace State Park, and the Tennessee music and cultural heritage of the Western Middle Tennessee landscape. For travelers who want a genuine Tennessee country stop that extends beyond the highway rest area experience, Made in the Shade provides the shade, the pool, and the community. Full hookup sites with 30 and 50-amp electric, water, and sewer accommodate rigs of all sizes in the tree-shaded property alongside cabin accommodations for guests who prefer enclosed lodging, with WiFi, playground, laundry, and clean bathrooms and showers completing the essential amenity infrastructure. The swimming pool provides relief from the Tennessee summer heat that any traveler on the mid-state I-40 corridor will recognize as the primary mid-day challenge from June through September, and the walking trails connect to the pond and creek access that make the natural surroundings more than decorative. The dog park gives pets their exercise space in a town where the surrounding countryside provides the quiet country atmosphere that dogs—like their owners—find restorative after highway travel. Wine and beer tasting at nearby regional producers adds an adult entertainment option for evenings between the pool and the campfire. Only sits in Hickman County in the Western Highland Rim, in the gentle, forested hill country that characterizes Middle Tennessee west of the Nashville basin—a landscape of mixed hardwood forest, small farms, and the tributary creeks of the Duck River and Buffalo River that drain this part of the Cumberland Plateau's western slope. The Duck River, one of the most biologically diverse rivers in North America and home to more species of freshwater mussels than any river system in the country, flows through nearby Hickman and Perry Counties in the region's most significant natural corridor. Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, approximately 20 miles west on US Highway 70, preserves the home, grist mill, plantation home, and the personal museum of one of country music's most beloved and most decorated artists—a property that combines living history, country music heritage, and the genuine Tennessee countryside character that defines Loretta Lynn's origin story. Natchez Trace State Park, nearby to the south, protects the hill country landscape of the Natchez Trace corridor with hiking trails, fishing, and camping in the natural forest environment that the Trace has preserved since the days of the keelboat men and the Chickasaw Nation. Made in the Shade operates year-round in Hickman County's Tennessee climate, with the pool season from late May through Labor Day at the heart of the summer travel calendar and the fall foliage on the surrounding hardwood ridges providing the October color that makes Middle Tennessee's hill country genuinely beautiful. The I-40 corridor's accessibility means the park serves both dedicated Tennessee destination travelers and the through-travelers making the Nashville-to-Memphis run who want more than a truck stop overnight. Reserve your shaded site or cabin at Made in the Shade and let Hickman County's genuine Tennessee country character and the easy access to Loretta Lynn's heritage prove that the best I-40 stops aren't always the ones with the billboards.

What does this place offer

  • Bathrooms
  • Biking
  • Cabins
  • Clubhouse
  • Dog Park
  • Fishing
  • Forest
  • Full Hookup
  • General Store
  • Golf Course Nearby

Select your site to book online

Location

4955 TN-230, Only, TN 37140, USA

Things to know

Check-in: 1:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Rules

Registrations and Arrival Check-In Procedure - Check-in is 1:00 pm. - Check-out is 11:00 am. - All guests must notify the office upon arrival. - Site assignments are subject to change based on availability. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the onsite manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. General Rules & Policies - Full payment is required at the time of booking. - No refunds will be issued for early departure. - No refunds for early departures, no shows, or inclement weather conditions. - Site selections are subject to change based on availability options. - We offer a $30.00 charge to lock in your specific site selection. - The rates displayed do not include any applicable service fees or charges for optional incidentals. Site And Parking Rules - A maximum of one RV and one vehicle per site unless otherwise approved. - No parking on the grass unless specifically instructed by park hosts. Quiet Hours And Conduct - Quiet hours are 10:00 pm – 7:00 am. - Please be respectful of your neighbors. Speed Limit - The speed limit is 5-10 mph throughout the park. Fire Safety - Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings and must be attended at all times. Cleanliness and Waste Disposal - Sites must be kept clean and free of trash. - Dispose of all garbage in designated areas. - No loose garbage is permitted in dumpsters, including pet waste bags. Pet and Site Responsibility - If you install fencing or decorations for pets or children, you are responsible for maintaining your grass and the surrounding area. Liability and Insurance - The park is not responsible for damages caused to RVs from natural disasters or acts of nature. - Guests must carry their own insurance and may be asked to provide a copy for verification. Guests & Visitors - All visitors must register at the office and park in designated areas. - Maximum occupancy per site is 6 people. - Children under 12 must be supervised at all times. Pet Policy - A $20 pet fee will be automatically included on all reservations for guests bringing pets. - Additional fees may be added at the discretion of the park manager. - We are pet-friendly, but all pets must be on a leash and cleaned up after. - No aggressive breeds are allowed. - Management reserves the right to enforce pet restrictions. - Excessive barking or disruptive pet behavior is not permitted. - A designated trash can near the dog park is provided for pet waste. Amenities & Facilities - Restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities are for registered guests only. - Pool and recreational areas have separate posted rules. - Please adhere to all posted guidelines. - Do not wash RVs or vehicles on-site unless approved by management. - Do not leave personal items unattended, as they may be discarded. - No laundering of heavily soiled or greasy material in washing machines or dryers. Pool Area (If Applicable) - Swim at your own risk. - There is no lifeguard on duty. - Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult. - No diving, horseplay, or running in the pool area. - No glass containers are allowed. - No cutoff shorts are permitted in the pool. Long-Term Stays - Long-term guests must maintain their RV in good condition and comply with all park rules. - Management reserves the right to decline or terminate stays that do not meet park standards. General Park Guidelines - Respect fellow campers. - No loud music, disruptive behavior, or illegal activities. - Alcohol is allowed at your site, but must be consumed responsibly. - Management reserves the right to enforce all rules and remove guests who do not comply. Campground Etiquette - Tennessee law requires children under 16 to wear helmets while biking. - Bicycles are only allowed on paved blacktop surfaces. - No riding down grassy hills or cutting through campsites. - Please be respectful of pedestrians and small children. - Campfires are only permitted in approved fire rings. Smoking Policy - No smoking in the office, store, community barn, bathhouses, laundry room, or pool area. - Please dispose of cigarette butts in approved trash containers. - Do not dispose of cigarette butts in fire rings or on the ground. Golf Cart/ATV Policy (If Applicable) - Golf cart and ATV drivers must have a valid driver’s license. - Golf carts and ATVs are to be driven on park roads only. - Do not drive in grass areas. - Personal golf carts and ATVs require proof of insurance. - Golf carts and ATVs driven after sunset must have lights on. - Golf carts and ATVs must be parked in the designated area at the boat dock. Boats/Trailers/Docks Policy (If Applicable) - Boats, trailers, and additional vehicles must be parked in the boat area parking lot. - Do not park at the campsite. - All boats and trailers must be removed from the park property no later than November 30th. - Any boats or trailers left on site after that date will be charged $100.00 per month for storage. - All children 12 years of age and younger are required to wear a Coast Guard-approved PFD while on the docks. - Swimming on the boat ramps, a-dock, b-dock, fish cleaning dock, and launch dock is prohibited. TVA Requirements (If Applicable) - The park will be closed from 1/5 to 1/19 each year for TVA campground inspection. - No wooden decks are allowed around campers. - Pavers are acceptable. - No delivery of mail to individual campers or campsites. - No private mailboxes. - Use of liquid propane tanks greater than 50 gallons is prohibited unless it is an integral manufactured component of a camping unit. - No occupying the same campsite for more than 11.5 months in any 12-month consecutive period unless approved in writing by the TVA. Lake Policy (If Applicable) - No swimming in the lake. - No motor boating in the lake. - No ice skating on the lake. - No ice fishing on the lake. - Fishing in the lake is catch-and-release only. - Guests may have up to 2 visitors when fishing. RV Park Booking Policy - Nightly stays: full payment is due at the time of booking. - Weekly stays: a 50% deposit is required when booking, with the remaining balance due at check-in. - Monthly stays: a deposit equal to the first week’s rate is required when booking, with the remaining balance due at check-in. - All payments must be made via a valid credit or debit card or through bank ACH transfer.

Cancellation Policy

Campground Cancellation Policy - Cancellation policies vary by location. - Please review individual park policies when booking. - Cancellations within 48 hours of the expected arrival time are non-refundable. - Cancellations made 3-6 days before arrival may receive a partial refund at the discretion of park management. - Cancellations 7 or more days before arrival will receive a full refund. Refund Policy - No refunds for early departures, no shows, or bad weather conditions. - Site selections are subject to change based on availability options. - We offer a $30.00 charge to lock in your site selection. - The rates displayed do not include any applicable service fees or charges for optional incidentals. - All Spot2Nite reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. - Please contact Spot2Nite to cancel a reservation via email to [email protected] or call (877)778-2683, Option 1. - Spot2Nite convenience fees and credit card processing fees are non-refundable.