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Roaring River Park is located on Cordell Hull Lake on the Cumberland River System, near Gainesboro, TN. The lake itself was named after one of Americas outstanding statesmen and one of Tennessees finest volunteers. Hull was born in a log cabin in the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains.
Many people enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, hunting and hiking in this wonderful natural area..
Cordell Hull Lake is situated among rolling hills wooded with a mixture 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 turkeys, quail, squirrels, rabbits, and a wide variety of waterfowl are commonly seen throughout the area.
The 12,000-acre lake stretches 72 miles upstream and has 381 miles of shoreline, offering recreational activities for just about any type of visitor.
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.
This wooded day-use area offers one large group shelter. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, a playground and boat ramp.
The historic town of Granville, TN is a 20-minute drive from the campground. Visitors enjoy celebrating the towns Heritage Day annually in May. Events include the Uncle Jimmy Thompson Bluegrass Festival, antique car and tractor shows, and Confederate Civil War living history presentations.
From I-40, take HWY 53 north through Gainesboro, TN. Turn east on HWY 135 and follow signs into recreation area.
While this park is just minutes from our home, and it’s in an absolutely beautiful setting, it’s a little boring for a family. You can fish and there’s a boat ramp. But no playground, or volleyball or basketball courts. Would be nice.
I love this place so much! There is a lake beach, a playground, covered areas, picnic tables and grills. Also a bathroom! Very cool place.
This is our local go-to park. Always nicely maintained. Even using the walking path might get skinny yet. The pups love it.
Nice park and beach. Had a fun time but dogs are not allowed on the beach area. They are allowed anywhere else in the park. The do have bathrooms, a playground, grills, picnic tables and a walking area. $5 per passenger car.
