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BICENTENNIAL CAPITOL MALL STATE PARK600 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville, TN 37243 • 615-741-5280

In the shadow of the Capitol in downtown Nashville, this park commemorates Tennessee’s Bicentennial Celebration. The 11-acre park features a 200-foot granite map of the state, a World War II Memorial, a 95-Bell Carillon, a Pathway of History, and the Rivers of Tennessee Fountains. Eleven planters along the Walkway of Counties contain native plants from different regions of the state.

BIG CYPRESS TREE STATE PARK295 Big Cypress Road, Greenfield, TN 38230 • 731-235-2700

Visitors to this 330-acre park and natural area can enjoy a 1,142-foot long boardwalk that provides easy access to the park’s seasonally-flooded, hardwood bottomland forest. The largest picnic area accommodates 35 and features grills, water, and electricity. The park also offers a playground and tree identification trail.

BIG HILL POND STATE PARK1435 John Howell Road, Pocahontas, TN 38061 • 731-645-7967

This park occupies 4,138 acres of timberland and hardwood bottomland. The flood plain, adjacent to Tuscumbia River and Cypress Creek, is prime habitat for waterfowl, wildlife, and fish. A 70-foot observation tower offers panoramic views of Travis McNatt Lake, and a boardwalk winds through Dismal Swamp. The park features primitive camping, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, paddling, and 30 miles of overnight and day-use trails with four backpack trail shelters.

BIG RIDGE STATE PARK1015 Big Ridge Park Road, Maynardville, TN 37807 • 800-471-5305

Campsites on or near Norris Lake accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Each site offers water, 50-amp hookups, a picnic table, and grill. A group camp accommodates up to 120, with 18 screened-in bunkhouses. Backcountry camping is available. There are more than 15 miles of trails from easy to very rugged, with dry ridges, lush hollows, old roadbeds, lakeshores, old cemeteries, and remnants of early settlements.

BLEDSOE CREEK STATE PARK400 Zieglers Fort Road, Gallatin, TN 37066 • 615-452-3706

This 169-acre park on the Bledsoe Creek embayment of Old Hickory Reservoir features RV and tent camping. Over six miles of trails meander through the forest and along the lakeshore. One mile is paved. Old Hickory Lake provides boating and fishing. The park has two boat ramps.

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON STATE PARK5801 Champion Road, Chattanooga, TN 37416 • 423-894-4955

This 353-acre park on the shores of TVA’s Chickamauga Reservoir was named for the famous educator Booker Taliaferro Washington and is a beautiful setting for fishing. Guests enjoy a boat ramp, spacious fields, nature trails, a swimming pool, picnic areas, and a group camp. The year-round group lodge, with complete kitchen facilities, accommodates 42.

BURGESS FALLS STATE PARK4000 Burgess Falls Drive, Sparta, TN 38583 • 931-432-5312

On the Falling Water River, this day-use park and natural area is noted for its natural beauty and four waterfalls. The last of these falls is the most spectacular, plunging more than 130 feet. A pavilion with grills and tables can be reserved for groups, and has a scenic view of the river.

CEDARS OF LEBANON STATE PARK328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon, TN 37090 • 800-713-5180

This park is named for the Eastern red cedar trees found throughout the area. Nineteen rare and endangered species of plants grow profusely here—and nowhere else in the world! Eight miles of hiking trails wind through cedar forests, and glades. The park offers 10 cabins and 118 campsites.

CHICKASAW STATE PARK20 Cabin Lane, Henderson, TN 38340 • 800-458-1752

This 1,461-acre park belonged to the Chickasaw Nation prior to the Jackson Purchase of 1818. Miles of fire roads and trails wind through scenic timberlands. Thirteen cabins nestle among the tall pines of Lake Placid, along with a spacious group lodge, group camp, and the Sagamore Assembly Hall—all available for rent. The park offers three campgrounds, picnic shelters, a golf course, swimming, fishing, and boating.

CORDELL HULL BIRTHPLACE STATE HISTORIC PARK300 Cordell Hull Memorial Dr., Byrdstown, TN 38549 • 931-864-3247

A day-use park honoring Cordell Hull, U.S. Secretary of State from 1933–1944 and Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1945. The park includes a representation of Hull’s log cabin birthplace, period gardens, a museum, and is home to the Hull Library and Archives.

COVE LAKE STATE PARK110 Cove Lake Lane, Caryville, TN 37714 • 423-566-9701

Six hundred twelve acres in a beautiful mountain valley on the edge of the Cumberland Plateau. Scenic nature trails wind through diverse wetlands and woodlands, offering wildlife viewing. A paved walking/biking trail provides easy access to all facilities. Camping, swimming, and paddling are popular.

CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN STATE PARK 24 Office Drive, Crossville, TN 38555 • 800-250-8618

This 1,543-acre wooded park is on the Cumberland Plateau—America’s largest forested plateau. The state’s grandest CCC structure, a seven-arch sandstone bridge, spans Byrd Lake. A lakeside trail winds through tall pines and hemlocks. Nestled in the hardwoods are 37 cabins, a recreation lodge, a restaurant overlooking the lake, and a gift shop. There are also campgrounds, swimming, and the Jack Nicklaus Bear Trace Golf Course.

JUSTIN P. WILSON CUMBERLAND SCENIC TRAIL STATE PARK220 Park Road, Caryville, TN 37714 • 423-566-2229

For Maps and Information: www.cumberlandtrail.orgA Tennessee scenic hiking trail, this is also Tennessee’s first linear park, cutting through 11 Tennessee counties. More than 210 miles and 35 trailheads offer access to spectacular overlooks, dramatic waterfalls, crashing whitewater streams, and steep gorges. Popular activities include day hiking, backpacking to remote campsites, fishing, picnicking, rock climbing, birding, and wildflower observation.

CUMMINS FALLS STATE PARK390 Cummins Fall Lane, Cookeville, TN 38501 • 931-520-6691

A 282-acre day-use park located nine miles north of Cookeville. While beautiful, this is a rugged area and there are inherent hazards. The gorge and waterfall are not easily accessed and can only be reached by foot. Trail routes are steep, with uneven terrain. Natural trail surfaces are varied and include water crossings, boulders, and other obstacles. These are not improved trails. Swimming and wading are at your own risk. Please read all safety information on the website prior to visiting the park. The main parking area, restrooms, trailheads, and a designated picnic area are located above the falls.

DAVID CROCKETT BIRTHPLACE STATE PARK 1245 Davy Crockett Park Road, Limestone, TN 37681 • 423-257-2167

This 105-acre historic park commemorates the birthplace of American folk hero David Crockett. Located on the Nolichucky River, it includes an 18th-century living farmstead, replica cabin, museum, and a monument containing native stones from each of the 50 states. Diverse settings, from forested limestone bluffs to meadows and tree-lined streams, all provide exceptional bird and wildlife viewing opportunities. Camping and fishing are popular.

DAVID CROCKETT STATE PARK23 Crockett Park Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464 • 931-762-9408GPS: 1400 West Gaines, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

Crockett moved his family to the head of Shoal Creek in 1817, establishing a water-powered industrial complex with a powder mill, grist mill, and distillery. The following summer, floods washed it away. Today, the 1,319-acre park offers cabins, a restaurant overlooking Lake Lindsey, and two campgrounds near Shoal Creek. Fishing boats may be rented year-round, and other watercraft seasonally. A swimming pool, boat dock, and museum are open in the summer.

DUNBAR CAVE STATE PARK401 Old Dunbar Cave Road, Clarksville, TN 37043 • 931-648-5526

This 144-acre, day-use natural area is home to one of the most prominent geological features of Clarksville. Dunbar Cave has been used by man for thousands of years and contains prehistoric cave art dating to 1350 A.D. The cave is habitat for several rare animals, including the federally-threatened northern long-eared bat. Ranger-led cave tours are offered seasonally. The natural area features hiking trails, a small lake, and restored prairie. Nature study and interpretive education programs are scheduled year-round.

EDGAR EVINS STATE PARK 1630 Edgar Evins State Park Rd, Silver Point, TN 38582 800-250-8619

This 6,338-acre park provides recreation on the shores of Center Hill Lake, one of Tennessee’s most beautiful reservoirs. It has a large on-site marina with a restaurant, two gift shops, 60 campsites, and 34 cabins. A destination for viewing birds and spring wildflowers. An observation tower offers spectacular views. Wildlife is abundant and includes owls, hawks, wintering bald eagles, and the rare cerulean warbler.

FALL CREEK FALLS STATE PARK2009 Village Camp Road, Spencer, TN 38585 • 800-250-8611 GPS 10821, Park Road, Spencer, TN 38585

Fall Creek Falls is one of the largest parks in the state park system and offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Tennessee. There are majestic cascades, deep chasms, virgin timber, and the striking Fall Creek Falls, which plunges 256 feet into a shaded pool. More than half of the park is designated a natural area wilderness. A 345-acre lake has yielded record size fish. Cabins and camping are popular lodging options.

FORT LOUDOUN STATE HISTORIC PARK338 Fort Loudoun Road, Vonore, TN 37885 • 423-420-2331

In 1756, one of the earliest British fortifications on the western frontier was built on this 853-acre site. Towns of the Cherokee Nation were nearby, including Tenase, namesake of our state; and Tuskegee,birthplace of Sequoyah, commemorated by the Cherokee Nation’s Museum. Today, the fort is a National Historic Landmark and the reconstructed fort and ruins of the 1794 Tellico Blockhouse overlook TVA’s Tellico Reservoir and the Appalachian Mountains. An interpretive center offers information on the area’s history and artifacts excavated prior to the fort’s reconstruction. Living history events are held year-round.

FORT PILLOW STATE HISTORIC PARK3122 Park Road, Henning, TN 3804 • 731-738-5581

Forty miles from Memphis, Fort Pillow is rich in historic and archaeological significance. The 1,629-acre park is known for its well-preserved breastworks, reconstructed inner fort, and museum featuring Civil War artifacts. Designated a Wildlife Observation Area, it is popular with bird watchers. A picnic area overlooks Fort Pillow Lake, withrestrooms and a playground nearby. The park has RV and tent camping. Canoes and kayaks rent year-round.

FROZEN HEAD STATE PARK964 Flat Fork Road, Wartburg, TN 37887 • 423-346-3318

This 22,066-acre wilderness area is named for a 3,324-foot peak in the Cumberland Mountains, the top of which is often shrouded in ice or snow. The impressive entrance leads visitors into a vestige of densely forested, unspoiled mountain splendor—once common throughout the Cumberland Plateau. Camping, birding, and trout fishing are popular. There are 50 miles of backpacking and day-hiking trails.

HARPETH RIVER STATE PARK 1640 Cedar Hill Road • Kingston Springs, TN 37082 • 615-952-2099

A linear park featuring nine access sites along 40 river miles. The park includes archaeological and historic sites and is popular for kayaking, canoeing, and hiking. The Narrows area provides breathtaking views from the bluff trail, access to the Bell’s Bend five-mile float, and a unique quarter-mile portage. A 100-yard tunnel, hand cut through solid rock in 1818, was a great engineering feat of the day and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

HARRISON BAY STATE PARK8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341 • 423-344-6214

On 40 miles of Chickamauga Lake shoreline, the park is a haven for boaters and fishermen. There is a full-service marina and Jack Nicklaus Signature Bear Trace Golf Course. The wooded park offers tent and RV camping, including some waterfront sites. Wildlife viewing is abundant on Chickamauga Reservoir.

HENRY HORTON STATE PARK 4209 Nashville Hwy., Chapel Hill, TN 37034 • 800-250-8612

Located on the estate of Henry H. Horton, the 36th governor of Tennessee, and situated along the Duck River—one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. The 1,524-acre park has a 73-room inn, eight cabins, a restaurant seating 250, a gift shop, and meeting space for large groups. The challenging 18-hole golf course includes a pro shop and driving range. The park has 73 campsites, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and a skeet and trap range. Canoeing is popular on the scenic Duck River.

HIWASSEE/OCOEE SCENIC RIVER STATE PARK404 Spring Creek Road, Delano, TN 37325 • 423-263-0050

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy rafting, trout fishing, hiking, and nature photography. The Ocoee River is premier whitewater paddling, with Class III and IV rapids. The Hiwassee River is included in the Tennessee Scenic River System. Numerous public access sites provide boat ramps, and a scenic portion of the John Muir Trail winds through the river gorge. At the Gee Creek Campground, picnic areas, bathhouses, and primitive camping are available. Adjacent is the Gee Creek Wilderness of the Cherokee National Forest.

INDIAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK143 State Park Circle • Jellico, TN 37762 • 423-566-5870

Located in the Cumberland Mountains, this 207-acre park is a popular camping spot. The 47 campsites have full hookups. Two small lakes provide fishing opportunities. Pedal boats, canoes, and paddleboards can be rented seasonally, or you can bring your own. There is a .75-mile walking trail next to the campground and a one-mile paved trail along the lake’s edge.

JOHNSONVILLE STATE HISTORIC PARK90 Nell Beard Road, New Johnsonville, TN 37134 • 931-535-2789

A day-use park named for former President Andrew Johnson, who also served as the Union Military Governor of Tennessee during the Civil War. The 731-acre park commemorates the historic town of Johnsonville that existed prior to the formation of Kentucky Lake, the site of the historic depot, and the Battle of Johnsonville. Four breastworks are beautifully preserved.

LONG HUNTER STATE PARK2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076 • 615-885-2422

This 2,715-acre park on the shore of Percy Priest Reservoir offers a variety of day-use recreation and protects a unique cedar glade. The park’s 110-acre Couchville Lake is ideal for paddling and canoes. Kayaks and rowboats are rented seasonally. Fishing is popular from the pier. Mountain biking and 26 miles of trails are suitable for day hiking and overnight backpacking.

MEEMAN-SHELBY FOREST STATE PARK 910 Riddick Road, Millington, TN 38053 • 800-471-5293Along the mighty Mississippi River, two-thirds of this 12,539-acre park is bottomland hardwood forest. The park has camping and cabins, two lakes, 18 miles of hiking trails, a five-mile bike trail, and beautiful picnic areas and playgrounds. A boat ramp is on the Mississippi River. More than 200 species of birds and wildlife are abundant, including deer, turkey, beaver, and fox. Named for Edward J. Meeman, courageous conservation editor of Scripps-Howard newspapers who helped found this park as well as the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A variety of programs are available, including pontoon boat trips, deep swamp canoe floats and guided hikes.

MONTGOMERY BELL STATE PARK 1020 Jackson Hill Road, Burns, TN 37029 • 800-250-8613

Located 35 miles west of Nashville, Montgomery Bell is a place of quiet, natural beauty. The park’s conference center can host up to 600, and the restaurant and a gift shop is open every day. In addition to the lodge, there are eight cabins and 87 RV campsites, 40 with full hookups. The park’s 3,994 acres offer hiking, mountain biking, golf and fishing. Canoes, pedal boats, and jon boats can be rented.

MOUSETAIL LANDING STATE PARK 3 Campground Road, Linden, TN 37096 • 731-847-0841On the east bank of the Tennessee River, the 1,243-acre Mousetail Landing is popular with fishing enthusiasts who catch bass, bream, crappie, and catfish from its waters. There are 25 RV campsites with water and electrical hookups, 21 primitive RV campsites, and a backcountry campsite. A swim beach, mountain bike trails, and hiking are popular. A picnic pavilion is available for large groups, and 25 picnic tables are located throughout the park.

NATCHEZ TRACE STATE PARK 24845 Natchez Trace Rd., Wildersville, TN 38388 • 800-250-8616 Named for a route of the famed Nashville-to-Natchez Mississippi trail of the 18th and 19th centuries. The park’s 9,267 acres are within the 48,000-acre Natchez Trace State Forest, Tennessee’s largest state forest. Facilities include the Pin Oak Lodge, a restaurant, a gift shop, cabins, camper cabins, a group camp, an RV and tent campground, and a wrangler campground. In addition to many acres of scenic woodlands, the park includes four lakes, 45 miles of hiking trails, and an equestrian facility.

NATHAN BEDFORD FORREST STATE PARK 1825 Pilot Knob Rd., Eva, TN 38333 • 800-714-7305

Home to the Tennessee River Folklife Interpretive Center and Museum, this 2,779-acre park is perched on one of the highest points in West Tennessee. There are 25 miles of hiking trails. There are three boat access points in the park. Fishermen may catch smallmouth, largemouth and striped bass, sauger, crappie, bream, and catfish. Eight cabins overlook Kentucky Lake and 50 campsites are available to rent. Commercial marinas are nearby.

NORRIS DAM STATE PARK125 Village Green Circle, Rocky Top, TN 37769 • 865-425-4500

This 2,474-acre park on the Norris Reservoir was founded in 1933 as the first Tennessee Valley Authority demonstration/CCC project. The park has a marina and offers all water-related activities. Miles of hiking trail and mountain bike trail wind through deeply-forested valleys and ridges. There are 10 cabins, 19 historic CCC cabins, and two campgrounds. The Lenoir Museum Cultural Complex is a must-see. The complex includes the Lenoir Pioneer Museum, an 18th Century Rice Grist Mill and Crosby Threshing Barn.

OLD STONE FORT STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK 732 Stone Fort Drive, Manchester, TN 37355 • 931-723-5073

The Old Stone Fort is an earth and stone enclosure that was a sacred site built by prehistoric Woodland Native Americans almost 2,000 years ago. The interpretive center contains educational displays and shows films on the site’s history. The picturesque waterfalls of both forks of the Duck River attracted 19th-century industries, the ruins of which are still visible. A 1.25-mile walk with interpretive panels follows the wall and cliff perimeter. Camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing are popular in the 726-acre park.

PANTHER CREEK STATE PARK2010 Panther Creek Road, Morristown, TN 37814 • 423-587-7046

Located on Cherokee Reservoir in the historic Holston River Valley, this 1,445-acre park was named for nearby Panther Creek Springs, a pioneer landmark. A 1,460-foot ridge provides panoramic views of the East Tennessee Ridge and Valley region. Camping, swimming, mountain biking, paddling, fishing, hiking, and picnicking are available.

PARIS LANDING STATE PARK 16055 Highway 79-N, Buchanan, TN 38222 • 800-250-8614

This 1,131-acre park is located on the shore of the Tennessee River, which was dammed to form 160,000-acre Kentucky Lake. Its location on the widest part of the lake makes it perfect for fishing, boating, swimming, and waterskiing. The park has a marina, a restaurant, 10 cabins, camping cabins, an RV campground and a challenging 18-hole golf course.

PICKETT CCC MEMORIAL STATE PARK 4605 Pickett Park Hwy., Jamestown, TN 38556 • 877-260-0010

This 865-acre wilderness park honors the work of the Civilian Conservation Corps, who first developed it. Situated in a remote area of the Cumberland Plateau, the park includes beautiful timberlands, natural sandstone bridges and bluffs, rock houses, miles of trail, and a 15-acre lake. Lodging includes some of the state’s finest CCC-built cabins, a campground, and a group camp. The park is surrounded by Pickett State Forest which lies adjacent to Pogue Creek Canyon State Natural Area and Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Nearby Twin Arches is the second largest natural bridge in the southeastern United States. Sergeant Alvin C. York and Cordell Hull Birthplace State Historic Parks are nearby.

PICKWICK LANDING STATE PARK116 State Park Lane, Counce, TN 38326 • 800-250-8615

This 1,417-acre park on the shores of Pickwick Lake is a water lover’s paradise. A full-service marina includes dry boat storage, sailboat, wet, and overnight slips. Three public boat ramps are provided. From the park it is possible to lock through Pickwick Dam for a 150 mile-plus scenic cruise down the Tennessee River passing Shiloh National Military Park, historic Savannah, and the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge. A lodge with restaurant and gift shop provides convention and meeting facilities. Cabin rentals are available. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the 18-hole championship golf course.

PINSON MOUNDS STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK460 Ozier Road, Pinson, TN 38366 • 731-988-5614

This 1,210-acre prehistoric Native American Mound Complex features the second-highest mound in the United States. The interpretive center contains educational displays and films about the Native Americans who built the mounds. Self-guided trails enable visitors to learn about the early inhabitants of this expansive site. Guided tours and interpretive programs are available, while a boardwalk trail along the Forked Deer River showcases the area’s natural beauty. A group camp sleeps 32 and is ideal for family reunions or retreats.

PORT ROYAL STATE HISTORIC PARK3300 Old Clarksville Hwy., Adams, TN 37010 • 931-645-0622

The site of one of the earliest colonial communities and trading posts in Middle Tennessee. First settled in the 1780s, it rose to prominence in the 1800s due to its location at the head of the Red River on a major stagecoach route. An official site on the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. Facilities include bathrooms and picnic tables.

RADNOR LAKE STATE PARK160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville, TN 37220 • 615-373-3467

The state’s first natural area, Radnor Lake includes 1,368 acres. Located only six miles from downtown Nashville, Radnor is a popular sanctuary for birdwatchers, hikers, and photographers. The 85-acre lake offers wildlife observation opportunities and over six miles of hiking trails ranging from easy to strenuous. A variety of educational programs are offered throughout the year. A gift shop is located at the park office.

RED CLAY STATE HISTORIC PARK140 Red Clay Park Road S.W., Cleveland, TN 37311 • 423-478-0339

Red Clay was the site of the last Cherokee Council meeting before the infamous Trail of Tears. An interpretive center and replicas of Cherokee structures depict life on this site in the 1830s. Several short trails lead to the Eternal Flame and the enchanting Blue Hole Spring. A gazebo and amphitheater can be rented for events.

REELFOOT LAKE STATE PARK2595 Highway 21E, Tiptonville, TN 38079 • 731-253-9652

Tennessee’s largest natural lake, the 18,000-acre Reelfoot was created by earthquakes in 1811 and 1812. This picturesque area is a favorite wintering ground for American bald eagles. Park naturalists offer guided tours to view the majestic birds during the winter months. Located on the Mississippi Flyway, the lake hosts thousands of migrating waterfowl and other wildlife. Reelfoot’s partially submerged forest with its acres of water lilies creates an abundant fish hatchery, an ideal spot for fishermen. In addition to two RV and tent campgrounds, seven modern, pet-friendly cabins offer first-class comfort and lakeside views. Pontoon boat cruises and guided canoe floats are available throughout the year.

ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK 1015 Highway 143, Roan Mountain, TN 37687 • 800-250-8620

At the base of the majestic 6,285-foot Roan Mountain, this park encompasses 2006 acres dominated by rich hardwood forest along rugged ridges. The cool, clear Doe River winds its way through the center of the park, supporting a healthy trout population. There are 30 cabins, as well as RV and tent camping in the 107-site campground. Guests can hike along creeks and ridges, tour the century-old Miller Farmstead, and access the Appalachian Trail. Each June, the annual Rhododendron Festival celebrates the world-famous bloom of Catawba rhododendron, which sets the mountain ablaze with pink and purple blossoms. A gift shop is located in the visitors center.

ROCK ISLAND STATE PARK82 Beach Road, Rock Island, TN 38581 • 800-713-6065

This 916-acre park is located on the headwaters of Center Hill Lake, at the confluence of the Caney Fork and Collins Rivers. This park’s rugged beauty includes the Caney Fork Gorge below Great Falls Dam, with its scenic overlooks, waterfalls, deep pools and limestone paths for hiking, swimming, fishing, kayaking, and exploring. Rock Island features a natural sand beach and boating access on Center Hill. The park has 10 three-bedroom cabins open year-round, and 60 campsites. Next to one of Tennessee’s earliest hydroelectric plants is Twin Falls, which flows from caverns 80 feet above the riverbed and spans 150 feet.

ROCKY FORK STATE PARK510 Rocky Fork Road, Flag Pond, TN 37657 • 423-271-1233

Rocky Fork, named for the creek that runs down its center, lies within the Cherokee National Forest in Unicoi County in east Tennessee. Preliminary plans for this “park in progress” include an access road and ranger station. Rocky Fork is Tennessee’s highest-altitude state park. A corridor of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is nearby. Mountain biking, hiking, and backcountry camping are offered. Sixteen miles of pristine streams harbor exceptional populations of native brook trout.

SERGEANT ALVIN C. YORK STATE HISTORIC PARK2609 North York Highway, Pall Mall, TN 38577 • 931-879-6456

This historic park pays tribute to Sgt. Alvin C. York, one of the most decorated soldiers of World War I. The site includes the York home place, a World War I reproduction trench, general store, gravesite, school, family farm, and the grist mill he operated on the banks of the Wolf River. Guided tours are available.

SEVEN ISLANDS STATE BIRDING PARK2809 Kelly Lane, Kodak, TN 37764 • 865-407-8335

This park is a 417-acre peninsula surrounded by the French Broad River, approximately 19 miles east of Knoxville, and is home to more than 190 species of birds. With eight miles of hiking trails and spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains and rolling farmlands, this park allows biking, canoeing, and fishing. The park is a wildlife refuge, a research and educational facility for schools and other groups, and a demonstration area for land use and habitat-management techniques.

SOUTH CUMBERLAND STATE PARK11745 US 41, Monteagle, TN 37356 • 931-924-2980

South Cumberland is composed of 30,889 acres, and is noted for some of the best hiking and backcountry camping in the region. The visitor’s center on State Hwy. 41 between Monteagle and Tracy City provides information on each property within South Cumberland’s extended topography. The Stone Door and Savage Gulf Complex features spectacular vistas, waterfalls, and hiking and backpacking trails. The Fiery Gizzard Trail connects Grundy Forest and Foster Falls. The Foster Falls campground is ideal for tents and small trailers. Carter Natural Area is part of a unique, 18,000-acre enclosed-valley sinkhole aptly named Lost Cove. Dense forests, clear streams, and an impressive cave entrance are a just few of its features. Sewanee Natural Bridge is a remarkable sandstone arch overlooking Lost Cove. Grundy Lakes, a day-use area near Tracy City, provides swimming, picnicking, fishing, hiking and a peek at 19th-century coke ovens.

STANDING STONE STATE PARK1674 Standing Stone Park Hwy., Hilham, TN 38568 • 800-713-5157

This 1,043-acre park is located in Standing Stone State Forest on the Cumberland Plateau. Boating and fishing are popular on the 69-acre Kelly Lake, and 15 miles of hiking trails meander through hills and hollows. The park offers seven cabins, 14 historic WPA cabins, 36 campsites, and two group lodges. Every September, Standing Stone is home to the annual National Rolley Hole Marbles Championship Festival.

SYCAMORE SHOALS STATE HISTORIC PARK1651 West Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN 37643 • 423-543-5808

The first permanent American settlement outside the original 13 colonies was founded here in 1772. Later, the Overmountain Men mustered here in September 1780, before their march to fight the Battle of King’s Mountain. The Interpretive Center and a reconstruction of Fort Watauga, excavated about a mile away on the shores of the Watauga River, are open Tuesdays through Sundays. Tours of the nearby 18th-century Carter Mansion and nearby Sabine Hill are available.

T. O. FULLER STATE PARK1500 Mitchell Road, Memphis, TN 38109 • 901-543-7581

Named after prominent Memphis clergyman and educator Dr. Thomas Oscar Fuller, this 785-acre park is 13 miles southwest of downtown Memphis. The park has a campground with 45 RV and tent campsites, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and picnic areas with trails. Chucalissa Indian Museum is adjacent to the park and includes a reconstructed village.

TIMS FORD STATE PARK570 Tims Ford Drive, Winchester, TN 37398 • 800-471-5295

On the 10,700-acre Tims Ford Reservoir, this 3,546-acre park sits in the shadows of the Cumberland Plateau. It offers 27 miles of trails for hiking and/or biking, 20 cabins, 134 campsites, swimming, and a two marinas. The park features a Jack Nicklaus Signature Bear Trace Golf Course.

WARRIORS’ PATH STATE PARK490 Hemlock Road, Kingsport, TN 37663 • 423-239-8531

On the shores of Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir, this 978-acre park was named for its proximity to Native American war and trading paths. While the park is water-activity oriented, nine miles of hiking trails lead up the Holston Bluffs to the scenic Devil’s Backbone. Facilities include an 18-hole golf course, disc golf course, marina, and 134 campsites.

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