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11-28-2023, 09:02 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
2021 16' Caravel
Long Beach
, Indiana
Join Date: Nov 2020
Posts: 33
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Overnight stop needed near Nashville area
I'll be traveling from Cincinnati to Gulf State Park Dec 17th. I need an overnight rest stop for 1 night somewhere around Nashville which would be the halfway point. I've never done the "Walmart" overnight and not particularly interested in that. It appears that Tennessee Rest Areas do not allow overnight parking. I'd like to stay as close to I65 as possible and prefer not to unhitch. Any recommendations?
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11-28-2023, 11:25 AM
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4 Rivet Member 
2021 28' International
Knoxville
, Tennessee
Join Date: Apr 2020
Posts: 379
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You're wanting a free spot?
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11-28-2023, 12:30 PM
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Rivet Master 

2023 25' Globetrotter
2021 16' Bambi
Forest Lake
, Minnesota
Join Date: Mar 2021
Posts: 1,865
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We have family in Nashville* and I bookmarked Henry Horton State Park, but haven't stayed there. It has full hookups for $36. It's a little ways off of I-65.
Otherwise, there are the other usual free overnight stops besides WalMart: some Costcos allow overnight parking and of course Cracker Barrels. We've used both of these in other places with no hassles (check first though). We also have Harvest Hosts, but it's $70 for membership. It seems like a great idea but we haven't used it much because we don't always know our schedule in advance and seems like places fill up by then or not open late.
This thread has a discussion about overnight stops which might be useful.
*Last time we stayed in my brother's driveway, but only 15A service and no breakfast. Dog was friendly though.
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2023 Globetrotter 25FBT "Curly"
2017 Audi Q7 3.0T
WBCCI 6343
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11-28-2023, 04:24 PM
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Site Team

2009 25' FB International
2018 27' Globetrotter
Tavares
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 3,982
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There is a club member who offers courtesy parking near Franklin, TN. That might be a great option.
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11-28-2023, 09:51 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2023 23' International
springfield
, Missouri
Join Date: Feb 2021
Posts: 273
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Whyvon2509
I'll be traveling from Cincinnati to Gulf State Park Dec 17th. I need an overnight rest stop for 1 night somewhere around Nashville which would be the halfway point. I've never done the "Walmart" overnight and not particularly interested in that. It appears that Tennessee Rest Areas do not allow overnight parking. I'd like to stay as close to I65 as possible and prefer not to unhitch. Any recommendations?
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I can’t say for 100% but I am 99.9999% certain there is a Cracker Barrel in Nashville, and you can park there, have dinner and/or breakfast before you head off. There is a Lambert’s (home of the throwed roll) in Sikeston, Missouri if you head a bit west that has full hookups from what I have been told. Most rest areas do not allow overnight (it is more common as you head west). That said, I remember a drive about 30 years ago and sleeping overnight in my car going to DC somewhere in Kentucky, and other than not sleeping well, I didn’t have a problem. Reality is nobody is checking these rest stops 85% of the time. 15% O crap. The rest, nothing happens.
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11-28-2023, 10:55 PM
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Rivet Master 
2008 22' Safari
Spicewood (W of Austin)
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 3,021
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Why do they call them “rest stops” if that’s not what they are?
Don’t set up camp. Just take a nap…in the RV is fine….then get on down the road if you use a “rest stop”, that is.
Otherwise, yes, a Cracker Barrel or such is a nice thing in a pinch for a 6 or 8 hr rest and a meal at the host. In a dreary falling-asleep drive I once pulled into a church parking lot and took a nap.
We’ve called ahead to an RV dealership whom we’ve bought a few things from…and they had hookups they graciously let us use. BAss Pro Shops also do this. Maybe Cabelas also. We’ve never tried them tho’. We usually just call ahead and reserve a place at a campground or state or fed park.
We’ve also called ahead and rented a cheap motel room… a really cheap one….but slept in our own bed. All we wanted was their parking lot and bathroom. (wink)
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12-03-2023, 04:07 PM
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Carey Box
2019 30' Classic
2015 27' Flying Cloud
2013 25' FB Flying Cloud
Currently Looking...
Franklin
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 14
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Henry Horton SP is a good spot — we’ve stayed there many times. Also, it is south of a bunch of the traffic so it will be an easier exit from Nashville.
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12-03-2023, 04:27 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2018 27' Flying Cloud
INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2018
Posts: 263
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We couldn't stay any closer to Franklin this summer than Nashville I-24 CAMPGROUND, SMYRNA, TN. They have music and pizza on the house FRI night. Clean and quiet. https://nashvillei24kampground.com/. Hope this is helpful.
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12-03-2023, 05:30 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 108
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We stayed at a TN rest stop
We asked at a TN rest stop and they said the "no overnight parking" signs are for truckers and they warmly welcomed us. This was a few years back but it might be worth asking.
We've also stayed at Henry Horton (nice) and I-24 (just okay).
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12-03-2023, 06:32 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2022 27' Globetrotter
Bethlehem
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Oct 2020
Posts: 412
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Cracker Barrel. Go on Google Map. Look at the street view if you're worried about anything. I've had great luck with them.
Here's an article about it:
https://rvlifestyle.com/parking-over...racker-barrel/
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12-04-2023, 08:21 AM
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Man of means by no means
2023 28' Flying Cloud
Midland
, Georgia
Join Date: Jun 2016
Posts: 131
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Get south of Nashville
I don't think there is ever a good time to drive thru Nashville. It's always a NASCAR qualifying run, or so it seems.
Anyhooo...try to get south of it to avoid the morning inbound traffic. We did and stayed at Stoney Creek Travel Park, 2499 Lynnville Highway, Cornersville, TN. No gas station, convenience store etc, but nice pull thrus, clean restrooms and very easy on and off to I-65.
Safe travels!
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The universe is expanding so that should thin out the traffic.
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12-04-2023, 01:24 PM
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1 Rivet Member 
2015 30' Flying Cloud
Franklin
, Tennessee
Join Date: Oct 2018
Posts: 7
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Franklin home available
We have a spot here for you, what size airstream do you have.
Call or text 615 403 0517
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12-04-2023, 01:26 PM
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1 Rivet Member 
2015 30' Flying Cloud
Franklin
, Tennessee
Join Date: Oct 2018
Posts: 7
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Franklin home reply
Phone May think your number is a scam so maybe try or text
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12-04-2023, 06:22 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
2021 23' Flying Cloud
2024 25' Globetrotter
Louisville
, 40222
Join Date: Jul 2023
Posts: 47
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If you are a harvest host member I would suggest Sumner Winery in Portland Tenn outside Nashville. Right on interstate so east on and off and you can even opt for a spot with Electric. Great little store with wine and food and gifts.
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12-05-2023, 05:58 AM
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Rivet Master 
2015 30' Classic
Decatur
, Illinois
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 767
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we spent the night at Cracker Barrel in Nashville, ate breakfast and was on our way. Plan your travel through Nashville to occur on the weekend, leaving on Sunday would be optimal. Driving through Nashville with heavy traffic will add a couple of years to your life
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