Harbor Island Yacht Club

Harbor Island Yacht Club provides boat ramp access to Old Hickory Lake on the Cumberland River in Wilson County, Tennessee. This is a private club facility offering well-maintained ramp access and restroom facilities for members with ramp memberships that provide unlimited launch privileges. For more information about membership or transient access options, contact the club at info@HIYC.org or (615) 822-4846.

Old Hickory Lake is a major Army Corps of Engineers impoundment on the Cumberland River, a significant waterway with substantial flow averaging over 39,000 cubic feet per second. The lake provides a popular recreation destination with relatively calm conditions suitable for kayaking, canoeing, and recreational boating. Be aware that the Cumberland River system carries considerable water volume, so understand current conditions before launching, especially during high-flow periods.

The access site is conveniently located near Nashville in the Hendersonville area, accessible via US-31E and Rockland Road. Nearby Rockland Recreation Area offers additional amenities and information about Old Hickory Lake's recreational opportunities. Check with the club directly regarding day-use or transient launching options if you're not a member.

Overview
Rockland Recreation Area is located on the shore of Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Old Hickory Lake was created by the Army Corps of Engineers on the Cumberland River. The lake is named after former president Andrew Jackson, nicknamed for his tough and aggressive personality.Recreation
Visitors enjoy a vast array of recreational opportunities at Old Hickory including...

Overview
Rockland Recreation Area is located on the shore of Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Old Hickory Lake was created by the Army Corps of Engineers on the Cumberland River. The lake is named after former president Andrew Jackson, nicknamed for his tough and aggressive personality.Recreation
Visitors enjoy a vast array of recreational opportunities at Old Hickory including waterskiing, fishing, boating, swimming and hiking. The area provides excellent fishing for several species including bass, crappie, walleye, sauger and catfish. Facilities
Rockland Recreation Area contains five group shelters and one gazebo. All shelters are covered and readily equipped with tables and grills. Many of the visitors to the shelters find the ease of bank fishing popular within the Rockland Recreation Area. A volleyball court, playground, and large grassy areas are also available.Natural Features
Set in a moderately wooded area, Rockland Recreation Area is host to numerous wetland species that occupy the wooded areas along the nature trails within the area. Migratory birds visit the area during the winter months as well as year-round forest birds.
Nearby Attractions
Nashville, Tennessee, is located within a 20 to 25 minute s\drive from Rockland Recreation Area. The Old Hickory Lake Resource Manager's Office and Visitor Center are located directly within the Rockland Recreation Area. A trip to the Visitor Center is an excellent way to learn more about the history, navigational facilities and other programs at Old Hickory Lake. There are numerous stores with amenities within the Old Hickory Lake area.

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