Lone Branch
Lone Branch is a day-use only facility with no overnight camping. Group shelters are available for reservation through Recreation.gov. Check-in is 6:00 AM, check-out is 7:00 PM.
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
Lone Branch is a day-use recreation area located on Old Hickory Lake, a 22,500-acre reservoir on the Cumberland River just east of Nashville, Tennessee. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this facility caters to groups looking for a lakeside picnic destination with easy boat access. The recreation area features two reservable group shelters with electric hookups and grills, each accommodating up to 50 guests. Shaded areas with plenty of trees provide relief from summer heat, while open grassy areas offer space for outdoor activities. A public boat ramp serves anglers targeting the lake's black bass, crappie, and catfish populations. Note that Lone Branch is day-use only and does not offer overnight camping. Shelter reservations do not guarantee parking, as the lot is shared with general public users of the boat launch and picnic sites.
Directions
From Nashville, 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 the left just past Cedar Creek Club. Golden Bear Gateway turns into Benders Ferry Road at the US-70/Lebanon Road intersection.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (615) 822-4846 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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