Designated Swim Areas on Cordell Hull Lake

Swimming on Cordell Hull Lake is one of the more popular water-based activities.  Swimming is prohibited at launching ramps, mooring points, marinas, and posted areas.  It is allowed elsewhere, but for safety’s sake please swim only in specifically designated areas.  These areas are much safer as they are off-limits to boaters of all kinds.  “Restricted area” buoys and a floating orange pipeline surround the swim areas.  The Corps of Engineers operates four such swim areas on Cordell Hull Lake, Roaring River, Wartrace Creek, and Defeated Creek.  All have sand beaches and playground equipment and there is a nominal Day Use Fee.  Pets are prohibited from the sand beach area.  Salt Lick Creek Campground includes a sandy beach for registered campers and their authorized visitors.  All areas offer picnic sites, group shelters, boat launching ramps, and bathrooms.

None of the twenty-nine people who have drowned in Cordell Hull Lake were wearing a life jacket.  Remember to always wear your life jacket and swim with a buddy.