Defeated Creek Park
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates from mid-March through early November, with reservations available on Recreation.gov. Stay limit is 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 11:00PM CDT until October 11 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Middle Tennessee, including the following counties, Cannon, Cumberland, De Kalb, Putnam, Smith, Van Buren, Warren, White and Wilson. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 11:00PM CDT until October 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
* WHAT...East winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...A portion of Middle Tennessee. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 8 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Defeated Creek Park Campground occupies a scenic stretch of shoreline along Cordell Hull Lake, part of the Cumberland River system managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The 12,000-acre reservoir stretches 72 miles upstream with 381 miles of shoreline, offering excellent fishing for white bass, rockfish, largemouth bass, catfish, and crappie along with water skiing, jet skiing, and sailing. The campground provides 155 campsites spread across several loops, all equipped with electric hookups and many with water connections. Both back-in and pull-through sites are available, with some accommodating RVs up to 99 feet. Facilities include bathhouses with flush toilets and hot showers, a dump station, and laundry. Public WiFi is available near Honeysuckle Loop and Bathhouse 3. A boat ramp provides direct lake access, with a full-service marina adjacent to the campground. Beyond water activities, the 6-mile Bearwaller Gap Trail begins at the campground for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. A beach, playground, and tennis and volleyball courts round out the recreation options. The historic town of Granville is 25 miles away, known for its Heritage Day celebration and bluegrass festival each May.
Directions
From Carthage, Tennessee, take SR-25 west for 4 miles. Turn north on SR-80, then east on SR-85. Follow signs to campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $36 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 151ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 151ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (615) 774-3141 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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