Fishing enthusiasts will find direct water access at this Army Corps of Engineers campground on Kentucky Lake. Dover provides RV sites with hookups, though the access road presents challenges for larger rigs due to its narrow width. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table.
The campground features waterfront amenities including a boat ramp, courtesy dock, and fishing pier. Campers can explore places to camp around Dover for additional options in the area. Sites closest to the water require a longer walk to reach the bathhouses, while children safely bike throughout the park grounds.
Description
Overview
Dover is a day-use area that overlooks the lovely Lake Barkley. Whether it's a gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy nature at its best in one of the country's greatest freshwater recreational complexes.
Recreation
Boating, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at Dover day-use area. Wildlife including the occasional deer, raccoon or golden eagle, are commonly spotted in the area.
Facilities
The group picnic shelter accomidates about 35 people and 10 vehicles. The facility has lights and electricity and a water spigot.
Natural Features
Lake Barkley, the westernmost lake on the Cumberland River, sits among wooded rolling hills. The lake is connected by canal to Kentucky Lake, a reservoir that stems from the Tennessee River.
Nearby Attractions
Dover is close to Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won their first battle of the Civil War. Shopping, grocery stores and gas stations are conveniently located nearby.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundDover is located in Tennessee
Directions
From Nashville, or St.Louis , take I-24 Clarksville, take Exit 8 for TN 237 W. 2.4 Mi., Right onto Warfield Blvd 1.6 Mi. continue onto 101st Airborne PKWY for 6.3 Mi. contine onto TN 347 -PKWY for 4.5 Mi. Turn right onto US 79 S. for 24.2 Mi. Turn right on W. Spring St. for 466 feet, Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Hood ST. for 500 feet. Turn right on to Forrest St 200 FT.
Address
BOX 218
Grand rivers, TN 42045-0218
Coordinates
36.4902778 N
87.8430556 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/12/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
Drive Time
- 35 min from Clarksville, TN
- 1 hr 14 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 19 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 37 min from Jackson, TN
