
Defeated Creek Park Campground
Cordell Hull Lake, Tennessee
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As of October 2026, Defeated Creek Park Campground is a campground in Tennessee with 151 campsites. Defeated Creek Park Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Defeated Creek Park Campground is located at 36.2997ยฐ N, 85.9089ยฐ W.
- people allowed on 146 of 151 sites
- 8
- people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites
- 50
Defeated Creek Park Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
51 sites open on Oct 1 at Defeated Creek Park Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 05:39 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum reservations at once: 50 reservations
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Maximum per transaction: 5 reservations per transaction
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Defeated Creek Park Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Defeated Creek Park Campground
- Standard 146
- Group 5
- Hookups 151
What an RV fits
- 25 ft1 site
- 30 ft6 sites
- 35 ft5 sites
- 120 ft1 site
Amenities
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, horse riding, water sports.
All sites at Defeated Creek Park Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A001 | DCRP | Group | 50 | - | Electric, Water |
| C001 | DCRP | Group | 50 | - | Electric, Water |
| P001 | DCRP | Group | 50 | - | Electric, Water |
| 002 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 003 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 023 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 024 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 025 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 026 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 027 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 028 | HILL | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water |
| 029 | HILL | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water |
| 030 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 031 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 032 | HILL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 033 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 116 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 117 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 118 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 119 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 120 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 121 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 122 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 123 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 124 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 125 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 126 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 127 | HONE | Group | 14 | - | Electric, Water |
| 128 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 129 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 130 | HONE | Standard | 8 | 25 ft | Electric, Water |
| 131 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 132 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 133 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 134 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 135 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 136 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 137 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 138 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 139 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 140 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 142 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 145 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 146 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 147 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 148 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 149 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 150 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 151 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 152 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 153 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 154 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 155 | HONE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 004 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 005 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 006 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 007 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 008 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 009 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 010 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 011 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 012 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 013 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 014 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 015 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 016 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 017 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 018 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 019 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 020 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 021 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 022 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 034 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 035 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 036 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 037 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 038 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 039 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 040 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 041 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 042 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 043 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 044 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 045 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 046 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 047 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 048 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 049 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 050 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water |
| 051 | LAKE | Group | 14 | - | Electric, Water |
| 053 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 054 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 055 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 056 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 057 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 058 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 059 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 060 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 061 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 062 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 063 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 064 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 065 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 066 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 067 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 068 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 069 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 070 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 071 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 072 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 073 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 074 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 075 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 076 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 120 ft | Electric, Water |
| 077 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 078 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 079 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 080 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 081 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 082 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 084 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 085 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 086 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 087 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 088 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 089 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 090 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 091 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 092 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 093 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 094 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 095 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 096 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 097 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 098 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 099 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 100 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 101 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 102 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 103 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 104 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 105 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 106 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 107 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 108 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 109 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 110 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 111 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer |
| 113 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
| 114 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 115 | LAKE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water |
About Defeated Creek Park Campground
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.
Rules and notices at Defeated Creek Park Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Defeated Creek Park Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
The use of an America the Beautiful discount pass (Access or Senior) requires the card holder to be present upon checkin, have the reservation in their name, and present a valid ID. Failure to do so will result in full payment until the discount card hold becomes present. At this point a refund will be approriately processed.
Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited.
Cellular connectivity is extremely limited. Public Wi-Fi is available in the vicinity of Honeysuckle Loop and Bathhouse 3. Please plan accordingly.
Pets are prohibited at the restrooms, beaches and day use area due to health department restrictions.
Early check-in may be available only after 12:00 PM on a case by case basis. Early check-in is not guaranteed.
Only two tents allowed per site. Only one wheeled camping unit allowed to each site. One wheeled camping unit and one tent is allowed.
Only licensed vehicles are permitted. Each campsite is provided two parking hangtags. Additional vehicles, or visitors to campers are charged $5 fee per vehicle.
Maximum vehicle lengths (camping unit) were calculated based on two vehicles on site. If the driveway was wide enough to park the two vehicles side by side 20 feet was subtracted from the total site length. If the driveway could only accommodate one vehicleโs width 40 feet was subtracted from the total site length.
STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES . Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.
No-show customers are assessed a $20.00 no-show fee and forfeit the first night's fees for a campsite. A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you are not going to be on-site for the first night of your reservation and are coming at a later date, please notify the park host by calling 615 774-3141 otherwise your reservation will be cancelled in accordance with the no-show policy.
Defeated Creek Park Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Defeated Creek Park Campground?
Defeated Creek Park Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 151 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Defeated Creek Park Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Defeated Creek Park Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Defeated Creek Park Campground have?
Defeated Creek Park Campground has 151 campsites.
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