Twelve miles south of Columbia, Southport Saltpeter Cave operates as both a historic cave site and primitive camping destination. The privately managed property offers guided cave tours alongside camping privileges, with basic amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and a camp store. Firewood is available on-site.
The campground accommodates drive-in, walk-in, and hike-in access with rates ranging from free to $10 per night. Campers can bring pets and enjoy campfires, with cell service available throughout the property. Reservations are accepted for those planning ahead. The property combines spelunking opportunities with rough camping experiences, making it suitable for groups seeking both underground exploration and outdoor overnight stays in Middle Tennessee.
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Location
Private CampgroundSouthport Saltpeter Cave is located in Tennessee
Coordinates
35.46008092 N
87.1192834 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Huntsville, AL
- 1 hr 16 min from Florence, AL
- 1 hr 21 min from Decatur, AL
