Elk Creek

Elk Creek Boat Ramp provides access to Lake Barkley and Elk Creek in Cumberland City, Tennessee. This launch site is situated within the Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge, offering paddlers and boaters the opportunity to explore the scenic waterways of the region.

The ramp is suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and small to medium-sized motorized boats. Visitors can enjoy fishing, wildlife viewing, and recreational boating on the calm waters of Elk Creek and the larger Lake Barkley. The surrounding area is known for its lush, rolling hills and abundant wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

While the Dyers Creek Recreation Area, located nearby, offers additional amenities such as a campground, the Elk Creek Boat Ramp provides a more basic access point for those seeking a more self-guided experience on the water. Paddlers and boaters should be aware of any safety zones or restrictions in the area, as the lake is part of the Cumberland River system and may have unique navigational considerations.

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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