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Access Site TN

Dyer's Creek

Cumberland River - Lake Barkley

Source: tennessee_wildlife_resources_agency Updated 1 year ago

City: Dover, TN
County: Stewart County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.50018466, -87.83121573
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About This Access Site
Dyer's Creek Boat Ramp provides access to the scenic Cumberland River and Lake Barkley in Stewart County, Tennessee. This facility features a paved boat ramp, making it a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized watercraft.

The Cumberland River at this location is a wide, navigable waterway that flows into the expansive Lake Barkley, part of the Tennessee-Cumberland Rivers system. Boaters can access miles of shoreline, coves, and quiet backwaters to explore. The lake environment offers excellent opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and peaceful paddling.

Amenities at the Dyer's Creek site include a picnic shelter, playground, and restrooms. Ample paved parking is available for trailers and vehicles. Visitors should note that this is a federal recreation area, so check on any applicable fees or permits required for use. Overall, Dyer's Creek provides a well-equipped access point to enjoy the natural beauty of the Cumberland River and Lake Barkley.
Federal Facility Information
931-232-7724 Free Access Reservations Available

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...

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
The park provides a playground, volleyball court, flush toilets and a boat ramp. The shelter accommodates up to 100 people and 50 vehicles. Ample paved parking is also available. 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.

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