SHELLMOUND - NICKAJACK DAM RESERVATION

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CAMPING TENNESSEE

Shellmound - Nickajack Dam Reservation


May 7, 2024

Shellmound - Nickajack Dam Reservation camping area, located in the state of Tennessee, offers campers a range of amenities to enhance their outdoor experience. The campground provides various facilities including picnic tables, fire rings, and toilets. It is important to note that there is no potable water available, so campers are advised to bring their own water supply. Additionally, this camping area does not have any electrical hookups or showers.

Reservations are not accepted at Shellmound - Nickajack Dam Reservation camping area, as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is recommended to arrive early to secure a campsite, especially during peak seasons. The best time of year to visit is typically from spring to fall when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

While exploring the camping area, visitors can discover the fascinating history of the Native American shell mounds that give the site its name. These ancient mounds were constructed by indigenous people thousands of years ago and serve as a testament to their cultural heritage. However, campers should be cautious of local wildlife, including snakes and ticks, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Sweetwater Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Bluegill Green Sunfish Largemouth Bass Redear Sunfish

Thurlow Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

High Rock Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Largemouth Bass

Choccolocco Number 11 Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Green Sunfish Kelp Bass Redear Sunfish

Coon Creek

American Eel Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Lake Tholocco

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

R L Harris Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Striped Bass

Finks Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Harris Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Crooked Creek

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Lake Virginia

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Cheaha Lake

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout

Morgan Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Largemouth Bass

Bowman Branch

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Desoto State Park Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Green Sunfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Redear Sunfish

Yates Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Opelika city (Saugahatchee) Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

SOUTH CHICKAMAUGA CREEK GREENWAY CHATTANOOGA
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Tennessee
CUMMINGS HIGHWAY CHATTANOOGA
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Tennessee
MANCHESTER BEACH ROAD, TULLAHOMA
Upper Elk Watershed, Tennessee
VINCENT ROAD 5163-5513, CHATTANOOGA
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Tennessee
PRAIRIE PLAINS ROAD 6471, HILLSBORO
Upper Elk Watershed, Tennessee
MARKET STREET CHATTANOOGA
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Tennessee
TENNESSEE RIVERWALK CHATTANOOGA
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Tennessee
EASTBROOK ROAD 1740, ESTILL SPRINGS
Upper Elk Watershed, Tennessee
HALES BAR ROAD 950, GUILD
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Georgia
ARMSTRONG ROAD 11304, HAMILTON COUNTY
Middle Tennessee-Chickamauga Watershed, Tennessee

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Frank E Simon Memorial Park

Nelson Hornbeck Park

Tom Wallace Park

Blue Lick Park

McNeely Lake Park

Harman Park

Taylorsville Lake State Park

West Point Veterans Memorial Park

Harrison-Crawford State Forest

Forest View Park

                                                                                                                       
                                               
DYER HOUSE SITE
The Dyer House Site is a point of interest located within the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park in Tennessee. This historic site was once the location of the Dyer ...
KELLY HOUSE
The Kelly House is a historic landmark located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee. This point of interest was the former home of John Kelly, a prominent ...
GILBERT H. GROSVENOR VISITOR CENTER
The Gilbert H. Grosvenor Visitor Center is a must-visit point of interest in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The center is named in honor of Gilbert H. Grosvenor, a ...
SNODGRASS HOUSE
The Snodgrass House in Tennessee is a historic landmark that played an important role during the Civil War. As a point of interest in a national park tour, visitors can ...
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN BATTLEFIELD VISITOR CENTER
The Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center, located in Tennessee, is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. This national park point of interest commemorates the Battle of ...
POE CABIN SITE
The Poe Cabin Site is a point of interest in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains National Park that is steeped in history. Visitors can enjoy a glimpse into the life of ...

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