Tennessee State Parks

Tennessee State Parks There are 65 state parks in TN, free to explore 365 days a year.🏕🥾🌿 Ready to start your adventure? Make your plans now to have Fun and Adventure, Naturally!
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Tennessee State Parks are open to the public seven days a week, year-round. There is no access fee charged, although there may be fees associated with certain activities. From the cypress swamps of the Mississippi River at Meeman-Shelby Forest to the rugged ridge tops and waterfalls of Fall Creek Falls to the majestic mountains of Roan Mountain we look forward to seeing you.

06/23/2026

Have you heard the buzz?

It’s National Pollinator Week so let us reintroduce you to our Pollinator Habitat Program with myTDOT. 🐝🦋

These habitats across Tennessee State Parks make it possible for a diverse array of pollinators like Monarch butterflies, beetles, native bees, and bats to thrive.

Full of native plants like milkweed and coneflowers, the gardens provide a safe place for pollinators to move pollen between flowers.

All of this hard work pays off when plants are able to produce the seeds, nuts, and fruits we depend on.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation has planted eight habitats across Tennessee State Parks:

- Pickwick Landing State Park
- Paris Landing State Park
- Montgomery Bell State Park
- Warriors’ Path State Park
- Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
- Henry Horton State Park
- Big Hill Pond State Park
- Seven Islands State Birding Park

While visiting these parks, stop by the colorful pollinator gardens and watch pollinators hard at work while exploring educational signage (in the shape of honey combs - how fitting 😉).

Learn more about our pollinators habitats at tnstateparks.com/inspiration/parks-planting-for-pollinators.

Video Description: Text on screen reads, “Aren’t you worried about attracting animals and insects?” as the camera pans across a colorful pollinator garden. A second line appears: “That’s kinda the whole point.” Short clips show bees, flies, butterflies, beetles, and caterpillars visiting flowers throughout the garden.

Explore more with dad.You never know which adventure will turn into your next tradition.Like Brandy and his son who roll...
06/21/2026

Explore more with dad.

You never know which adventure will turn into your next tradition.

Like Brandy and his son who roll up their sleeping bags, secure their packs, and hit the trail for a backpacking adventure.

A tradition that started by enjoying time together outdoors and led to backpacking trips at two of Tennessee’s state parks: Frozen Head State Park and Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park.

“We have completed many day hikes and two multi-day trips together. He is now eager to do more backpacking, and as an avid backpacker myself, I certainly can't say no!” — Brandy S.

Memories are just around the bend when you spend time together in the Tennessee outdoors.

If you’re looking for a last minute adventure with the father figure in your life, find a Father’s Day event near you: tnstateparks.com/happenings/summer -day



Images by Brandy Sales at Scott’s Gulf State Park

06/20/2026

Our hearts are soaring after watching this special moment between a Bald Eagle and its eaglets at Radnor Lake State Park.

Like a nest provides a safe place for an eaglet to grow, Tennessee State Parks helps protect the habitats Bald Eagles need to thrive. Protected areas across our parks give these resilient birds of prey room to nest, hunt, and raise their young.

This American Eagle Day, we're celebrating one of nature's greatest comeback stories.

If you keep a lookout, you might be lucky enough to spot an eagle during your next park visit. Learn more about birding at our parks:
tnstateparks.com/activities/birding

Remember that encountering eagles is a rare privilege, and it is of utmost importance that we all respect their protected status by keeping a respectful distance.

Video provided by Friends of Radnor Lake

Video Description: A bald eagle sits high in a large stick nest as an eaglet raises its head from the nest.

Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history, celebrating the freedom of Black Americans. On June 19, 1865, ens...
06/19/2026

Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history, celebrating the freedom of Black Americans. On June 19, 1865, enslaved individuals in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom, marking a significant step toward the end of slavery in the United States. This day has since evolved into a powerful celebration of resilience, community, and hope.

Today, many friends, family, and neighbors gather in backyards, public spaces, and our state parks to honor Juneteenth.

When Tennessee State Parks were established in 1937, they were created within a segregated system, with only T.O. Fuller State Park and Booker T. Washington State Park fully accessible to Black visitors. Because of this, both parks became popular locations for families and friends to celebrate Juneteenth together, spurring long-standing traditions that have been passed down through generations. In some cases, the same families have gathered to celebrate for over a century!

If your celebration leads you to a state park today, we hope you find joy, hope, and inspiration in nature.

State park lovers, this one’s for you. If you’ve ever stopped mid-sentence to identify a bird, started the day with cof...
06/19/2026

State park lovers, this one’s for you.

If you’ve ever stopped mid-sentence to identify a bird, started the day with coffee at a campsite, or slapped on a hat to make it to the trailhead in time, the new Tennessee State Parks Crest Collection may feel familiar.

Inspired by the iconic patch worn by Tennessee State Parks rangers, the Crest Collection celebrates the landscapes, memories, and history at the heart of our parks.

Explore the new collection in our online gift shop at tnstateparks.info/CrestCollection26.

All designs were hand-drawn by Friendly Arctic Printing & Design in Nashville, TN.

06/18/2026

If we had it our way, we’d be lakeside all summer. ☀️

But the fun doesn’t have to end when you dock the boat.

Spend your evening on the porch, swapping stories from the day while watching the sunset reflect across the lake. Wake up just steps from your next cast, paddle, swim, or slow morning with a view.

Whether you’re planning a fishing trip, family getaway, or weekend retreat, our lakeside cabins make it easy to create memories where your next lake adventure begins.

Ready to wake up by the water and spend another day on the lake?

Learn more about some of our favorite cabin options at tnstateparks.info/Lakeside-Cabins

📍Fall Creek Falls State Park
📍Reelfoot Lake State Park
📍Natchez Trace State Park
📍Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
📍David Crockett State Park
📍Paris Landing State Park
📍 Chickasaw State Park

Video Description: A lakeside montage opens with an aerial view of a boat traveling across a calm lake and text that reads, “What are your plans this summer? Saying yes to these cabin getaways on the lake.” The video moves through scenic views of waterfront cabins and lakeside activities at Tennessee State Parks.

Raccoons give parks after dark five stars. We think you will too. ⭐Tennessee State Parks have set operating hours, but g...
06/17/2026

Raccoons give parks after dark five stars. We think you will too. ⭐

Tennessee State Parks have set operating hours, but guided night events and overnight stays give you a special chance to experience the parks after the sun sets. Join us for full moon floats, night swimming, meteor shower viewing, and other adventures that let you see the parks in a whole new light.

Explore some of our favorite night events at tnstateparks.info/SummerNightEvents26. 🌕🔭 Then grab a campsite, cabin, or lodge room to really soak up those starry skies.

Lake days on the water just got easier. 😎Through our partnership with Bill Dance Signature Lakes a new 20-foot boat ramp...
06/15/2026

Lake days on the water just got easier. 😎

Through our partnership with Bill Dance Signature Lakes a new 20-foot boat ramp and courtesy dock at Paris Landing State Park make it easier and more reliable for visitors to enjoy Kentucky Lake.

Launch your boat, cast a line, soak up the sunshine, and take in a cool breeze from the water. Then, turn your day on the lake into a getaway with even more to explore across the 1,126-acre park.

Keep the views going with a round on the 18-hole golf course, a meal at the lodge’s lakefront restaurant, and an overnight stay in a lodge room, cabin, or campsite close to the water.

Plan you visit at tnstateparks.info/PLSP_Lake.

06/10/2026

We heard you need more greens…

Ok, so we can’t provide the veggies, but we can provide the views. Picture this… green leafy trees framing cascading waterfalls, moss covered rocks, and floating lily pads. Just what the doctor ordered.

Embrace the green views across Tennessee State Parks when you stay overnight surrounded by stunning views just steps from your lodge room, cabin, or campsite.

Your summer getaway in nature is waiting. Book your trip at tnstateparks.info/MoreGreens26 and share with a friend who needs an extra serving of greens. 🌲🌿

Video description: A nature montage of greenery filled scenes opens on a summer mountain overlook with text that reads, “Doctor: You need more greens. Me: No problem.” The video moves through towering waterfalls surrounded by trees, mist drifting over tree-covered hills, a mountain stream, lush green forests, people rafting down a rushing river, and an inviting hiking trail.

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