Experience riverfront camping at Smooth Rapids Outfitters with cozy RV sites along the Barren Fork River. Perfect for relaxing and outdoor fun, it’s your gateway to river adventures and community gatherings.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Hang tight — photos are loading
This usually takes just a second.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
N/A
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, no specialized skills required
Wildlife
History
The Barren Fork River has been a vital part of local history, supporting early settlements and modern recreation.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving native wildlife habitats and maintaining clean, healthy waterways.
Smooth Rapids Outfitters
Experience riverfront camping at Smooth Rapids Outfitters with cozy RV sites along the Barren Fork River. Perfect for relaxing and outdoor fun, it’s your gateway to river adventures and community gatherings.
Smooth Rapids Outfitters is a river outfitter and campground located in McMinnville, Tennessee. The business operates an eight acre campground with river access on the Barren Fork River and offers a range of float trips, rentals, and RV and tent camping. Float options include a six mile medium float that runs about four and a half hours, an eight mile long float that runs about five and a half hours, and a two mile short float which is the only tubing option. A waterfall trip to Burgess Falls is offered but does not meet at Smooth Rapids. All float trips provide necessary gear, and shuttle service is included for trips that begin and end at different ramps. The campground features long RV sites for campers thirty to forty five feet, medium RV sites for campers twenty four to thirty feet, short RV sites for campers up to twenty five feet, and tent camping sites. Campsite amenities include water and electric for RVs, communal fire pits, a shower house and restrooms, corn hole, and firewood for sale. Many visitors enjoy a meal at the nearby restaurant after a float, often ordering a burger mentioned in trip summaries. Smooth Rapids Outfitters presents factual trip details, clear amenities, and accessible river recreation for families and paddlers visiting McMinnville, Tennessee.
Trip summaries include durations, included equipment, shuttle details, and post trip suggestions; booking flexibility and clear site descriptions help visitors plan safe, comfortable river outings at Smooth Rapids Outfitters in McMinnville, Tennessee.
Experiences
8 experiences
Float trips and campsite options
Campground Size
8 acres
Riverside camping on Barren Fork River
Shuttle Service
Included on floats
Return shuttles for multi-ramp trips
Camp Amenities
Water, electric, shower
Fire pits, restrooms, and cornhole
Check availability for floats, shuttle service, rentals, and campsites to plan a river day or overnight stay in McMinnville.
Arrive prepared for river weather
Bring rain gear and layered clothing as weather can change quickly along the river.
Set up a social fire pit
Use the communal fire pits to enjoy evenings with fellow campers, roasting marshmallows or sharing stories.
Bring fishing gear
The Barren Fork River is stocked with fish; bring rods and tackle for a chance at a great catch.
Plan for sunset viewing
Position your RV or seating to catch the stunning river sunset for memorable photos.
Indoor/outdoor clothing layers
Layered clothing ensures comfort during changing weather or river excursions.
all
Fishing gear
Fishing rods and tackle for enjoying the river's bounty.
spring;summer;fall
Campfire supplies
Items like marshmallows, roasting sticks, and fire starters for evening gatherings.
Portable chairs
Comfortable seating for relaxing by the river or fireside.