Gatlin Point Campground
Open for self-service camping. No advance reservations; pay $10/night cash or check at the Iron Ranger fee tube upon arrival. No potable water available; bring your own supply.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 11:56AM CDT until July 3 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110. Little to no relief will come overnight as lows will remain very warm in the upper 70s to 80 degrees. * WHERE...A portion of Middle Tennessee. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
About
Gatlin Point Campground is a rustic self-service facility located on the Tennessee side of Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, offering direct access to Kentucky Lake. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Upon arrival, campers select a site, complete a fee envelope, and deposit payment in the Iron Ranger fee tube near the entrance. Cash or check only. Amenities include designated campsite pads, picnic tables, grills, fire rings, vault toilets, trash service, and a boat ramp for lake access. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground enforces standard LBL regulations including a 21-day maximum stay within any 30-day period, after which campers must relocate for at least 7 days. Pets are permitted but must remain on a leash of 6 feet or less at all times. Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings. Dead and downed wood may be collected for fuel, but trash burning is prohibited. This is a quiet, primitive camping option ideal for anglers and boaters seeking lakefront access without the crowds of larger developed campgrounds.
Directions
Follow signs along Woodlands Scenic Trace (Forest Service Road 100).
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| LBLInfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (800) 525-7077 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| LBL Self-Service Camping | |
| LBL Rules and Regulations | |
| LBL Alerts |
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