## Overview

Linton Recreation area is a day-use haven that sits on Lake Barkley near
wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Whether it's a gathering of family
or friends, visitors can enjoy the the excellent atmosphere beautiful scenery.

## Recreation

Boating and fishing are a big hit, as is swimming in the designated sandy
swimming area and playing sports like soccer or Frisbee in the grassy open
fields.

## Facilities

Boating and fishing are a big hit, as is swimming in the designated sandy
swimming area and playing sports like soccer or Frisbee in the grassy open
fields.

## Natural Features

The recreation area is on the shores of Lake Barkley, nestled in the wooded,
rolling hills of southwestern Kentucky, very close to the border with
Tennessee. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and
offers warm water temperatures for comfortable recreation during summer
months.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won its first
battle in the Civil War.  
  
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is just across the lake and
features more than 170,000 acres of public land with numerous historical and
outdoor attractions.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Linton Recreation area is a day-use haven that sits on Lake Barkley near wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Whether it's a gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy the the excellent atmosphere beautiful scenery.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating and fishing are a big hit, as is swimming in the designated sandy swimming area and playing sports like soccer or Frisbee in the grassy open fields. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating and fishing are a big hit, as is swimming in the designated sandy swimming area and playing sports like soccer or Frisbee in the grassy open fields. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The recreation area is on the shores of Lake Barkley, nestled in the wooded, rolling hills of southwestern Kentucky, very close to the border with Tennessee.   
Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and offers warm water temperatures for comfortable recreation during summer months. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won its first battle in the Civil War. <br><br>
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is just across the lake and features more than 170,000 acres of public land with numerous historical and outdoor attractions.

Play area

Linton

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

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
From fishing to boating and hiking, campers and day visitors at Bumpus Mills enjoy hours of fun on the upstream section of Lake Barkley. <br/><br/>
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. <h2>Recreation</h2>
The recreation area is ideal for hiking, fishing, swimming, picnicking and boating. Abundant wildlife includes wild turkey and deer.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The recreation area is ideal for hiking, fishing, swimming, picnicking and boating. Abundant wildlife includes wild turkey and deer.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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. <br/><br/>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.

Bumpus Mills Campground Wash House.

Bumpus Mills Camping and Recreation area.

Wash house

Entrance station

Bumpus Mills

## Overview

Cadiz Park is located on the beautiful Lake Barkley near the town of Cadiz,
Kentucky. The day-use area is a great spot for barbecuing, boating and
fishing.  
  
Fun fact: the largest yellow bass caught in Kentucky, weighing in at one pound
one ounce, was caught in Lake Barkley.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming among many other activities.
Bring the family and some food and enjoy a fun-filled day in sun at Cadiz.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming among many other activities.
Bring the family and some food and enjoy a fun-filled day in sun at Cadiz.

## Natural Features

Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline. Summer water
temperatures are a comfortable but refreshing 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit the Lake Barkley State Resort Park for miles of hiking trails and
horseback riding stables.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cadiz Park is located on the beautiful Lake Barkley near the town of Cadiz, Kentucky. The day-use area is a great spot for barbecuing, boating and fishing.  
<br><br>
Fun fact: the largest yellow bass caught in Kentucky, weighing in at one pound one ounce, was caught in Lake Barkley. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming among many other activities. Bring the family and some food and enjoy a fun-filled day in sun at Cadiz.  <h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming among many other activities. Bring the family and some food and enjoy a fun-filled day in sun at Cadiz.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline. Summer water temperatures are a comfortable but refreshing 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit the Lake Barkley State Resort Park for miles of hiking trails and horseback riding stables.

Cadiz

## Overview

Dyer's Creek boasts fantastic views of on the sparkling Lake Barkley in the
wooded rolling hills of Tennessee. Whether it's a family picnic and a BBQ with
friends, the recreation area provides the perfect setting for a relaxing get-
together.

## Recreation

Visitors here enjoy boating, fishing, wildlife watching and swimming.  
  
Bring the binoculars and search for wildlife like the white-tailed deer,
raccoons and bald eagles. Fishing is popular, and during warm months bass and
catfish are abundant.

## Facilities

Visitors here enjoy boating, fishing, wildlife watching and swimming.  
  
Bring the binoculars and search for wildlife like the white-tailed deer,
raccoons and bald eagles. Fishing is popular, and during warm months bass and
catfish are abundant.

## Natural Features

Lake Barkley, the westernmost lake on the Cumberland River is connected by
canal to Kentucky Lake, forming one of the greatest freshwater recreation
complexes in the country.  
  
Between both lakes sits the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area,
the largest inland peninsula in the United States. Here visitors have access
to boat ramps, many miles of hiking trails, wildlife viewing and off highway
vehicle riding.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit the Lake Barkley State Resort Park for miles of hiking trails and
horseback riding stables.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Dyer's Creek boasts fantastic views of on the sparkling Lake Barkley in the wooded rolling hills of Tennessee. Whether it's a family picnic and a BBQ with friends, the recreation area provides the perfect setting for a relaxing get-together.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors here enjoy boating, fishing, wildlife watching and swimming. 
<br/><br/>
Bring the binoculars and search for wildlife like the white-tailed deer, raccoons and bald eagles. Fishing is popular, and during warm months bass and catfish are abundant. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors here enjoy boating, fishing, wildlife watching and swimming. 
<br/><br/>
Bring the binoculars and search for wildlife like the white-tailed deer, raccoons and bald eagles. Fishing is popular, and during warm months bass and catfish are abundant. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Barkley, the westernmost lake on the Cumberland River is connected by canal to Kentucky Lake, forming one of the greatest freshwater recreation complexes in the country. <br/><br/>
Between both lakes sits the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, the largest inland peninsula in the United States. Here visitors have access to boat ramps, many miles of hiking trails, wildlife viewing and off highway vehicle riding. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit the Lake Barkley State Resort Park for miles of hiking trails and horseback riding stables.

DYERS CREEK

Dyers Creek

## Overview

Dover is a day-use area that overlooks the lovely Lake Barkley. Whether it's a
gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy nature at its best in one
of the country's greatest freshwater recreational complexes.

## Recreation

Boating, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at Dover day-use area.
Wildlife including the occasional deer, raccoon or golden eagle, are commonly
spotted in the area.

## Facilities

Boating, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at Dover day-use area.
Wildlife including the occasional deer, raccoon or golden eagle, are commonly
spotted in the area.

## Natural Features

Lake Barkley, the westernmost lake on the Cumberland River, sits among wooded
rolling hills. The lake is connected by canal to Kentucky Lake, a reservoir
that stems from the Tennessee River.

## Nearby Attractions

Dover is close to Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won
their first battle of the Civil War.  
  
Shopping, grocery stores and gas stations are conveniently located nearby.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Dover is a day-use area that overlooks the lovely Lake Barkley. Whether it's a gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy nature at its best in one of the country's greatest freshwater recreational complexes. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at Dover day-use area. Wildlife including the occasional deer, raccoon or golden eagle, are commonly spotted in the area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at Dover day-use area. Wildlife including the occasional deer, raccoon or golden eagle, are commonly spotted in the area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Barkley, the westernmost lake on the Cumberland River, sits among wooded rolling hills. The lake is connected by canal to Kentucky Lake, a reservoir that stems from the Tennessee River. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Dover is close to Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won their first battle of the Civil War. 
<br><br>Shopping, grocery stores and gas stations are conveniently located nearby.

Dover

## Overview

Hurricane Creek Campground sits along the beautiful Lake Barkley, providing
plenty of fresh air and recreation opportunities.  
  
While away the hours boating or hiking on shore. Anglers a plenty come in
search of catfish and trophy bass. Wildlife spotting includes white-tailed
deer and raccoons.

## Recreation

From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Hurricane Creek is
the perfect setting for outdoor activities.

## Facilities

From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Hurricane Creek is
the perfect setting for outdoor activities.

## Natural Features

The campground is nestled in the wooded, rolling hills of southwestern
Kentucky. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and
offers comfortable and refreshing water temperatures in summer months.

## Nearby Attractions

The three-mile Lake Barkley State Park Trail is highly recommended. Plus the
Lyon County Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, makes
for an enjoyable visit. Items in the museum highlight the area's immigration
history dating back to 1865.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Hurricane Creek Campground sits along the beautiful Lake Barkley, providing plenty of fresh air and recreation opportunities. 
<br/><br/>
While away the hours boating or hiking on shore. Anglers a plenty come in search of catfish and trophy bass. Wildlife spotting includes white-tailed deer and raccoons.<h2>Recreation</h2>
From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Hurricane Creek is the perfect setting for outdoor activities. <h2>Facilities</h2>
From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Hurricane Creek is the perfect setting for outdoor activities. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is nestled in the wooded, rolling hills of southwestern Kentucky. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and offers comfortable and refreshing water temperatures in summer months. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The three-mile Lake Barkley State Park Trail is highly recommended. Plus the Lyon County Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, makes for an enjoyable visit. Items in the museum highlight the area's immigration history dating back to 1865.

Hurricane Creek

Lake Barkley was named for former Vice-President Alben Barkley. Land Between
the Lakes (US Forest Service) and Fort Donelson National Military Park are on
Lake Barkley?s western shore.

Lake Barkley was named for former Vice-President Alben Barkley.  Land Between the Lakes (US Forest Service) and Fort Donelson National Military Park are on Lake Barkley?s western shore.

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Bumpus Mills

Cadiz

Dyers Creek

Dover

Hurricane Creek