Salt Lick Creek sits among the stunning landscapes of Cordell Hull Lake in Tennessee . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Cordell Hull Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Salt Lick Creek located in Gainesboro, Tennessee, offering 35 camping sites.
Salt Lick Creek
A Rural campground in Tennessee
Overview
The 12,000-Acre Lake Stretches 72 Miles Upstream and Has 381 Miles of Shoreline, Offering Recreational Activities for Just About Any Type of Visitor.
Wildlife Is Abundant Around the Lake.
Nearby Attractions
the Historic Town of Granville, Tn Is a 45-Minute Drive From the Campground. Salt Lick Creek Campground Is Located on Cordell Hull Lake on the Cumberland River System, Just 10 Miles From Gainesboro, Tn. the Lake Itself Was Named After One of America’S Outstanding Statesmen and One of Tennessee’S Finest Volunteers. Hull Was Born in a Log Cabin in the Foothills of the Cumberland Mountains.Families and Friends Enjoy Coming to the Lake for Boating, Fishing, Swimming, Hiking, Hunting, and Relaxing in the Outdoors. Click Here for a Virtual Tour of the Cordell Hull Lake Facilities.
Anglers Enjoy Fishing for White Bass, Rockfish, Largemouth Bass, Catfish, Shad and Crappie. Boating, Sailing, Water Skiing, and Jet Skiing Are Popular Activities on the Water.
Many Miles of Hiking, Horseback Riding, and Mountain Biking Trails Surround the Lake. the 6-Mile Bearwaller Gap Trail Has a Trailhead in Nearby Defeated Creek Park. Other Trails in the Area Include the Turkey Creek Nature Trail and Bear Wheels Trail. the Campground Offers 150 Family Sites and One Large, Group Shelter, All with Electric Hookups. Amenities Include Flush Toilets, Showers, Drinking Water, Laundry Facilities, and a Dump Station. Also Within the Site Is a Boat Ramp, Playground and Visitor Center. Cordell Hull Lake Is Situated Among Rolling Hills Wooded with a Mixture of Shady Maple, Hickory, Oak, Beech and Chestnut Trees. Summer Temperatures Range From the 60S to the 90S. Whitetail Deer, Wild Turkeys, Quail, Squirrels, Rabbits, and a Wide Variety of Waterfowl Are Commonly Seen Throughout the Area. Visitors Enjoy Celebrating the Town’S Heritage Day in May. Events Include the Uncle Jimmy Thompson Bluegrass Festival, Antique Car and Tractor Shows, and Confederate Civil War Living History Presentations.Managed by: Us Army Corps of Engineers
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: True
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 523 Carl Dixon Lane
City: Gainesboro, Tennessee 38562.0
Coordinates: 36.3227778, -85.8086111
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|hiking|biking|playground|shower|dump-station|hookups|electric|water|lake|river|trail|rv|cabin|shelter|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 11 stations
Nearest Market: Nashville/Memphis/Knoxville
Notes: Signals FROM Nashville/Memphis/Knoxville MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 24 stations (8 AM, 16 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, Classic ROCK
Local News: WSM 650 Am
Market: Nashville/Memphis
Notes: 8 AM, 16 FM Stations from Nashville/Memphis
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Wildwood Resort & Marina – Tesla Destination
Distance: 3.6 miles away
Address: 7316 Granville Hwy, Granville, TN
Network: tesla-destination
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • Tesla
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232697
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Cordell Hull Lake
- Park Website: /parks/cordell-hull-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: cordell-hull-lake
- Parent Park Name: Cordell Hull Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: cordell-hull-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 5.0
- States Covered: Tennessee
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 385
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 385
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: tennessee
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: cordell-hull-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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