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Cages Bend Campground

Cages Bend Campground offers 42 campsites with electric and water hookups on Old Hickory Lake's shores, featuring a boat ramp and two fishing docks for water access.

The Army Corps of Engineers facility operates April through October and requires reservations, with amenities including showers, laundry, and a playground.

Located just 14 minutes east of Hendersonville and 30+ minutes from Nashville, it provides convenient access for both paddlers and anglers seeking lakeside recreation.


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