Defeated Creek Park

140 Marina Lane
CARTHAGE, TN 37030

Overview

Defeated Creek Park Campground sits along the banks of Cordell Hull Lake on the Cumberland River System, just seven miles from Carthage, Tennessee. The lake was named after Cordell Hull, a politician that was born in the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains. Hull is best known for being the longest running secretary of state in American history, serving for 11 years. Click here for a virtual tour of the Cordell Hull Lake facilities.

Recreation

The 12,000-acre lake stretches 72 miles upstream and boasts 381 miles of shoreline, offering countless recreational activities for visitors.

Anglers enjoy fishing for white bass, rockfish, largemouth bass, catfish, shad and crappie.

Boating, sailing, water skiing and jet skiing are popular activities on the water, and boat ramps and a marina provide easy lake access.

Miles of hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking trails surround the lake. The 6-mile Bearwaller Gap Trail has a trailhead within the campground. Other trails in the area include the Turkey Creek Nature Trail and Bear Wheels Trail.

Facilities

The campground offers 155 sites for tents and RVs, all with electric hookups. Two large group day-use shelters are also available on a first come first serve basis or for reservation in the day use area, both shelters have water and electric hookups. A boat ramp, playground, beach, and tennis and volleyball courts are all provided, making the area perfect for families or larger parties. A marina is located adjacent to the campground.

Natural Features

Cordell Hull Lake is situated among rolling hills covered in a mix of shady maple, hickory, oak, beech and chestnut trees. Summer temperatures range from the 60s to the 90s. Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Whitetail deer, wild turkey, quail, squirrels, rabbits and a wide variety of waterfowl are commonly seen throughout the area.

Nearby Attractions

The historic town of Granville, Tennessee, is 25 miles from the campground. Visitors enjoy celebrating the town's Heritage Day annually in May. Events include the Uncle Jimmy Thompson Bluegrass Festival, antique car and tractor shows and Civil War living history presentations.

Camp site features

Across 148 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 147 of 148 sites
Water hookups: all 148 sites
Sewer hookups: 57 of 148 sites
Fire pit: all 148 sites
Picnic table: all 148 sites
Pets allowed: all 148 sites
Group sites: 2 of 148 sites
Longest RV: 99 ft
Largest party: 14 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: Boat, CAR, CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, FIFTH WHEEL, Hammock, LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer, VEHICLE

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.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

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SHARYL D

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Reviewed 8 days ago

It was just so beautiful with the sunsets and lake The facilities were clean and we had a great time driving around the property on our E-bikes We will definitely be back!!

Russell T

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Not what it used to be. Very crowded. Kids playing dangerously in the street. Never see security patrol or rangers anymore.

Michael S

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Well maintained park. Hosts do a great job.

Karen L

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Reviewed 10 days ago

Nice place to stay. Not much phone or internet service.

Blake R

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Reviewed 11 days ago

Best campground we have stayed at

Anna F

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Reviewed 12 days ago

This is a beautiful campground, and we loved our view of the lake! Site 88 does require backing up a hill, and it was steep enough that we had to remove the tow bar from the back of our motorhome. My husband was usually able to make phone calls using Verizon, but we used Starlink for our other internet needs. We enjoyed visiting Granville, and we highly recommend the Wildwood Lakeside Restaurant! This is definitely a campground we’d love to revisit.

Availability

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