Bumpus Mills

Show on map RESOURCE MANAGERS OFFICE: (270) 362-4236, BUMPUS MILLS CAMPGROUND: (931) 232-8831

Lake Managers Office, P.O. Box 218
GRAND RIVERS, KY 42045-0218

Notice

Canal Campground, Eureka Campground, Hurricane Creek Campground and Bumpus Mills Campground at Lake Barkley now have check out times of 12 PM (noon). Check in time is 3 PM.

Mar 25, 2026 – Mar 25, 2027

Overview

From fishing to boating and hiking, campers and day visitors at Bumpus Mills enjoy hours of fun on the upstream section of Lake Barkley.

Many bird species reside here, including golden and bald eagles. Don't forget to pack binoculars and a camera to take advantage of the excellent opportunities for birding and wildlife photography.

Recreation

The recreation area is ideal for hiking, fishing, swimming, picnicking and boating. Abundant wildlife includes wild turkey and deer.

Facilities

The small campground offers 15 sites with water and electric hookups. Other amenities include hot showers, a dump station, boat ramp and public marina.

Natural Features

Bumpus Mills is located on scenic Lake Barkley among wooded rolling hills. Lake Barkley is the westernmost lake on the Cumberland River, which flows westward to the Ohio River.

Barkley lies parallel to Kentucky Lake, a reservoir that stems from the Tennessee River. Between both lakes is the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.

Nearby Attractions

Due east is Fort Donelson National Battlefield, which marks the site of the first Union victory of the Civil War. The Bear Creek Waterfowl Management Unit is a short drive south of Bumpus Mills.

Camp site features

Across 15 camp sites:

Electric hookups: all 15 sites
Water hookups: all 15 sites
Fire pit: all 15 sites
Picnic table: all 15 sites
Pets allowed: 13 of 15 sites
Longest RV: 75 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

Physical Address: 764 Forest Trail, Bumpus Mills, TN 37028 From Nashville, Tenn: Take I-24 west to Clarksville, TN. Follow Highway 79 South for 20 mi. to Highway 120. Follow Highway 120 for 10 mi. to Bumpus Mills, turn left onto Tobaccoport Road (Hwy. 1830) for 2.8 mi., turn left onto Oak Hill Road for . 9 mi., turn left onto Forest Trail then turn right into the campground. From I-24 East Cadiz KY: Take 68 west for 6.2mi., turn left on to HWY. 139 south for 15.3mi., continue on to TN. HWY 120 for 2.7 mi. Turn left onto Tobaccoport Road, Hwy 1830 for 2.8 mi., thurn left onto Oak Hill Road for .9 mi., turn left onto Forest Trail then into the campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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DENNIS A

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Only negative is cell service. Both Verizon and T-Mobile do not work. The campground is situated on a very scenic location on the banks of Lake Barely. The restrooms are cleaned on regular basis. I really wish the season was longer. A lot of good camping weather after Labor Day. Bradley the host is very friendly and does a great job. I look forward to seeing him each year. I will be returning next season.

Fred L

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Great place! Camp host was amazing and everything worked great

stephanie g

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Arrived to find our info taped to window. Could not find attendant at 2pm in the afternoon. Had to drive several miles to find cell service. Left Bumpus mills and note for attendant that we could not stay. Never got refund or any contact from facility. Do not stay there if you need cell service. Had sick family member and explained that in our note we taped to window due to not being able to find attendant. Other recreation.gov campgrounds have been amazing. This one is not.

Ken L

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Nice and quiet. The host was very informative

Michael C

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Reviewed 2 months ago

We loved our week at Bumpus Mills. It was our first stay there. We were in site 24 which backed up to the lake. Small campground with only 15 sites and so peaceful. The campground host was wonderful. We will stay here again.

Raymond O

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Reviewed 3 months ago

It was a nice campground, really small camp, cell signal is really poor. Had to drive up the street to get a signal. Lake was difficult to get to for my dog! A little murky....

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Season dates

Peak season

May 7, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027

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Peak season

May 1, 2028 – Sep 7, 2028

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