Campsite AtlasLillydale Campground And Day Use
Lillydale Campground and Recreation Area is located along the shores of Dale Hollow Lake in the hills of Tennessee. Dale Hollow is renowned for its fishing opportunities. In addition to yielding the world record smallmouth bass and being known as a trophy smallmouth lake, the Obey River below Dale Hollow Dam is also known for excellent rainbow and brown trout fishing. Boating and water skiing are also popular activities, and with 27,700 surface acres of water and 620 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of space for campers to explore the lake. Secluded tie-ups are located around the shore, offering campers a peaceful nature experience.
Campsites
| Standard with electric | 72 |
| Tent-only | 23 |
| RV with electric | 7 |
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
| tent only electric | 4 |
| Host/management | 2 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Total | 115 |
Amenities & rules
Fees: Payment will be limited to online or credit card transactions only.
Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Getting there
From Byrdstown, Tennessee, take Highway 111 south for about 13 miles. Turn north on 294/Willow Grove Road (at Big Springs Market) and continue for another 13 miles, then turn right onto Lillydale Road and continue to the entrance. It is recommended that visitors do not rely soley on GPS or Mapquest to reach the park.
Campgrounds nearby
Reservable20.4 miles away
Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.