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Open Date Close Date : 2009 April 1 Nov. 2: 2010 April 1 Nov. 1

DALE HOLLOW DAMSITE (TN), DALE HOLLOW LAKE, TN

Description

The Dale Hollow Dam Campground is located just below Dale Hollow Dam on the Obey River Tailwater in Celina, TN. The Obey River is known for rainbow and brown trout fishing; while the campground is popular for families and groups due to its quiet, tranquil nature. There is no direct access to Dale Hollow Lake from this campground. The campground offers 79 sites. Water and electric hookups are available. Additional amenities include hot showers, a dump station, a picnic shelter, fish cleaning station, fishing piers, bike trail, laundry facilities, and playgrounds. Adjacent to the Dale Hollow Dam Campground is the Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery. An aquarium and raceways are available for touring daily 7am to 4pm.

MORE INFORMATION: Individual site photos, campground maps, and site fee listings are available for viewing under the camping link of the Dale Hollow Lake website at http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/op/DAL/rec/index.htm

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Fishing
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Amphitheater
  • Basketball Net/Court
  • Bike Trail
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Dump Station
  • Fish Cleaning Station
  • Fishing Pier
  • Flush Toilet
  • Hiking Trail
  • Laundry
  • Parking
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Restroom
  • Showers
  • Volleyball

Alerts and Important Information

Public use at all Corps of Engineers projects is governed by Title 36 Regulations. You are responsible for adhering to these regulations. More detailed information can be found at http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/op/DAL/rec/title36.htm.

WE ARE A FAMILY PARK: Appropriate conduct is required at all times. Alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. Loud, rowdy or other inappropriate behavior will result in your removal from the campground without benefit of refund.

SITE LIMITS: Each site is limited to six (6) people & two (2) vehicles. A campsite may have one wheeled camping unit plus one tent; or two tents. All vehicles and camping equipment must fit on the designated site pad. All vehicles and boat trailers park in developed areas only.

HOOK UPS: Water and electric hookups are available at a limited number of camping sites. Verify the site type information for site specific amenities.

QUIET HOURS: Quiet hours are in effect from 10 PM to 6 AM and the entrance gates locked.

VISITORS TO CAMPERS: A visitor fee of $3 per vehicle will apply. Visitors must park at the campsite if space available or provided parking lots.

CHECK IN/OUT: Check in is 3:00 pm - Check out is 2:00 pm Central Standard Time. Please depart your site promptly to provide for incoming campers.

SANITATION: Properly dispose of your trash in the provided dumpster and leave the area cleaner than you found it. No gray water should be released on site; a dump station is centrally located. Aluminum can recycling bins are available.

FIRES: Fires are allowed in provided fire rings only.

FIREWOOD QUARANTINE: Firewood from the states of Illinois, Indiana and Ohio and the lower peninsula of Michigan is quarantined due to an insect infestation. To protect our forests do not bring firewood from these states.

PETS: Domestic pets (dogs/cats) are permitted. All pets must be on a leash 6 foot in length or less, controlled, and attended at all times. NO pets in the bathhouse or in the sand portion of beach areas. You are responsible for proper removal and disposal of any waste produced by your pet. If you depart the campground or go out on the lake take your pet with you; DO NOT leave your pet unattended. No person shall allow animals to bark or emit other noise which unreasonably disturbs others.

PROHIBITED: Alcoholic beverages, firearms, fireworks, or weapons of any kind.

EMERGENCIES: Report any emergencies, issues or complaints to the park attendant. When the attendant is unavailable, or in extreme emergencies, contact the Sherriff’s Department. The phone number is posted on all campground bulletin boards.

PLAN YOUR ARRIVAL: Gates are locked from 10pm until 6am. Plan your arrival accordingly. Campers who arrive after 10pm must park outside the gates and register in the morning. Register at the campground office prior to occupying your site.

DISCOUNTS: Holders of the Interagency Senior or Access Pass will receive a 50% discount on camping fees. Users of these cards should expect to display the discount card and show photo ID. Discounts apply only to the bearer and for one site. If a card holder has more than one site reserved under the discount rate, the additional fees will be collected upon arrival.

For more information call 931-243-3554 during the open season. During the closed season, call the Resource Manager's Office at 931-243-3136.

Getting There:

Dale Hollow Damsite (TN)
200 CAMPGROUND ROAD
Celina TN 38551-9708

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
36.53778, -85.4575

From Celina, TN, take Hwy 53 2 miles NorthWest. Turn right on Dale Hollow Dam Road. Second right on Campground Road. Follow signs to Dale Hollow Dam Recreation Area. It is recommended that you DO NOT use MAPQUEST for directions.

Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (931)243-3554

Special Events:

    The events listed here are not intended to be an all inclusive list. Please contact the park for further details.

  • Lillydale Campground and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park are pickup points for the annual Dale Hollow Lake Eagle watch. Held on the third forth Saturday of January, eagle enthusiasts are transported by open barge in search of wintering bald eagles. The eagle watch tours are free, but advance reservations are required. Advance reservations will be accepted beginning on Nov. 15th prior to scheduled watch. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931) 243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Jan 24 2009
  • Lakeshore Cleanup: Held the last Saturday in September. Show your appreciation for your public lands. Join others in helping clean up the shorelines of Dale Hollow Lake. Registration begins at 8am. Trash bags provided. A free cookout with door prizes will be held at 2pm for all cleanup participants. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931) 243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Sep 26 2009
  • Kids Fishing Rodeo: Kids 15 and under join us at the Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery the first Saturday after the first Monday in June from 8am until 12pm. Fish will be caught and prizes will be given. Event held in cooperation with the Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931) 243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Jun 12 2010
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