Bumpus Mills
Barkley Lake
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.
The small campground offers 15 sites with water and electric hookups. Other amenities include hot showers, a dump station, boat ramp and public marina.
Need to Know
- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District firewood policy is now in effect and seeks the public’s cooperation to prevent the spread of forest insects and disease at campgrounds in the Cumberland River Basin. The firewood policy requires visitors at Lake Barkley’s campgrounds to use only firewood that has been certified as heat-treated by U.S. Department of Agriculture or state natural resource agency.
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.
Recreation
The recreation area is ideal for hiking, fishing, swimming, picnicking and boating. Abundant wildlife includes wild turkey and deer.
Contact Information
Mailing
Lake Managers Office P.O. Box 218 GRAND RIVERS KY 42045-0218
Physical
Bumpus Mills Campground 764 Forest Trail Bumpus Mills TN 37028
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: RESOURCE MANAGERS OFFICE: (270) 362-4236, BUMPUS MILLS CAMPGROUND: (931) 232-8831
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving 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.
Available Campsites
- Site 27, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 19, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 29, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 22, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 32, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 23, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 31, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 21, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 33, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 20, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 25, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 30, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 24, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 28, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
- Site 26, Loop BMIL, Type Rv Electric
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