No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Lone Branch continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 366 tracked reservation dates (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 6 open for online reservation · 360 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 2 fall on weekdays and 4 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027November shows no online availability. 0 of 58 tracked reservation dates are open there — 58 on sites not offered online.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 2 day-use units| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked date. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked date. New Year: no online availability on any tracked date. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by day-use unit
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Unit | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3 |
| 2 | 3 |
The 2 day-use units with the most open reservation dates in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable date is May 1, 2027; the first open weekend starts May 1, 2027. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Reservation dates
All 2 day-use units with current availability
| Unit | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 2 | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
About Lone Branch
Overview
Lone Branch offers all the amenities visitors need for a peaceful Tennessee getaway. Plenty of trees to provide shade, grassy open areas to run around, grills for barbequing and a boat ramp.
Facilities
Both group picnic shelters have electric hookups and grills, and each holds up to 50 guests; however, parking may be limited. A boat ramp is also available for use.
Natural Features
Old Hickory Lake is a reservoir in north-central Tennessee created by the Old Hickory Lock and Dam.
The lake spans 22,500 acres and receives its primary inflow from the Cumberland River.
Nearby Attractions
Lone Branch is just beyond the Nashville metropolitan area. Head to the "Music City" to tour the Country Music Hall of Fame or explore former President, Andrew Jackson's early 19th century home, The Hermitage-- a National Historic Landmark.
Getting there
From Nashville, TN, take I-40 East to exit 229-B/Golden Bear Gateway. Continue straight on Golden Bear Gateway for approximately 9 miles. Entrance to the recreation area will be on your left just passed Cedar Creek Club. * Golden Bear Gateway turns into Benders Ferry Road at the US-70/Lebanon Road intersection.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Lone Branch?
Reservations for Lone Branch are made through Recreation.gov. 98.4% of tracked reservation dates are not currently open for online reservation; 6 of 366 remain open. Pick the unit on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 22:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Which month has the most availability at Lone Branch?
May 2027, with 6 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 6.
When is the next open date at Lone Branch?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sat, May 1, 2027 and the next open weekend starts Sat, May 1, 2027. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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