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Cheatham Reservoir Access

Cheatham Reservoir Access provides multiple boat launch points along Cheatham Lake on the Cumberland River, with at least 18 boat ramps available throughout the area near Ashland City, Tennessee.

Key access points include Bluff Creek Launching Ramp, Brush Creek, Sycamore Creek, and Lock A, most featuring paved ramps, parking areas, and restrooms.

The Cheatham Lock operates 24 hours daily year-round to enable navigation between the lake and river below the dam, with lockage taking approximately 30 minutes.


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