Boaters and anglers will find direct access to Dale Hollow Lake at this Army Corps of Engineers campground within the forested Cordell Hull Recreation Area. Donaldson Park provides electric and water hookups for RVs, with ADA-accessible facilities and advance reservations available through the Corps system.
The campground sits among trees near the lake's shoreline, offering a base for water recreation and fishing on one of Tennessee's clearer mountain lakes. Campers exploring beyond this location can find additional camping destinations outside Hilham roughly ten miles south. Book early during peak boating season from late spring through early fall.
Description
Overview
Donaldson Park is located within the city limits of Celina, Tennessee, next to the Obey River Tailwater. A variety of recreational activities abound, including boating, fishing and picnicking.
Natural Features:
The park is made up of broad, grassy areas surrounded by large shade trees. An abundance of wildlife can be seen in the area, including white-tailed deer, bald eagles and the occasional beaver.
Recreation:
Fishing is a very popular activity on the Obey River, which is stocked with nearly 60,000 rainbow trout annually. Brown and brook trout are stocked as well.
The park offers many amenities for visitors. A boat ramp, playground, fitness trail, marble yard and volleyball, basketball and tennis courts are all found on-site.
Facilities:
Two accessible picnic shelters with electric hookups are available for reservation at Donaldson Park. Flush toilets and drinking water are also provided.
Nearby Attractions:
The National Rolley Hole Marble Championship and Festival is held in nearby Standing Stone State Park. This traditional marbles contest draws some of the countrys best to a tournament where players match wit and skills with special flint spheres on a smooth dirt surface. The festival includes games for kids, marble making, tournament play, demonstrations, music and food.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundDonaldson Park is located in Tennessee
Directions
From Celina, TN (Highway 52), travel East Lake Avenue. Turn onto Jefferson Street. Follow signs into the park.
Coordinates
36.5577773 N
85.50222218 W
Connectivity
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AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- Verizon5GGood Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 19 min from Bowling Green, KY
- 1 hr 40 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 47 min from Elizabethtown, KY
- 1 hr 54 min from Knoxville, TN
