Boat Ramps on Old Hickory Reservoir
Old Hickory Reservoir is a boating destination with 3 boat ramps across 2 cities. The highest-rated launch is Carthage Boat Ramp on the Cumberland River in Carthage, scoring 4.5/5 (36 Google reviews). 2 of the 3 ramps (67%) are flagged as free public access — the remainder are marinas, fee sites, or restricted-access launches.
Old Hickory Reservoir has 3 boat ramps mapped on BoatLaunchMap in Tennessee, 2 of them free public launches. The highest-rated is Carthage Boat Ramp on the Cumberland River in Carthage (4.5/5, 36 reviews). Launches are spread across 2 towns along the shore.
Live Water Conditions on Old Hickory Reservoir
Updated 22 min agoSource: USGS station 03418420 — CUMBERLAND RIVER BELOW CORDELL HULL DAM, TN · 3.6 mi from Old Hickory Reservoir
All Boat Ramps on Old Hickory Reservoir
- Carthage, Tennesseepublic
- Carthage, Tennessee
- Rome, Tennesseepublic
| # | Name | City | State | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carthage Boat Ramp on the Cumberland River | Carthage | Tennessee | 4.5/5 |
| 2 | Carthage Lighthouse | Carthage | Tennessee | 4.2/5 |
| 3 | Rome Access | Rome | Tennessee | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many boat ramps are on Old Hickory Reservoir?+
There are 3 boat ramps catalogued on Old Hickory Reservoir, including launches near Carthage, Rome.
What is the highest-rated boat ramp on Old Hickory Reservoir?+
Carthage Boat Ramp on the Cumberland River in Carthage is the highest-rated launch on Old Hickory Reservoir, scoring 4.5/5 based on 36 reviews.
Are there free public boat ramps on Old Hickory Reservoir?+
Yes — 2 of the 3 launches on Old Hickory Reservoir are marked as free public access, the rest are marinas or restricted-access sites.