Panther Creek State Park

Panther Creek State Park Open Year Round
7am-Sunset Panther Creek State Park is located in the Hamblen County community of Panther Springs, one of the oldest settlements in the county.
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Pioneers from North Carolina and the older WAtauga Settlement in East Tennessee arrived in this area around 1785. Panther Springs, at one time, was the first stop on the stagecoach route out of Knoxville on the way to Abingdon, VA. Prior to this time, the Cherokee Indians were the most prominent Native American tribe in the area. The Cherokee hunted deer, bear, and elk to supply food and clothing for the tribe.

Our overlook area will reopen to vehicle traffic and park guests on Saturday, June 6. We appreciate everyone being pati...
06/04/2026

Our overlook area will reopen to vehicle traffic and park guests on Saturday, June 6. We appreciate everyone being patient as we work to improve the park.

Check out our upcoming programs for June 5th to 7th! For more information and program registration, visit: https://tnsta...
05/29/2026

Check out our upcoming programs for June 5th to 7th! For more information and program registration, visit: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/panther-creek

Canoe Float Registration: https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/register/sunset-canoe-float846468441648684761

Sunset Hike Registration: https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/register/sunset-hike-to-point-lookout

Foraged Frames: https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/register/nature-craft684654165416846418

Foraged Paintbrushes & natural watercolors: https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/register/atureCraftForaged584684864

This dog was located at the park. The dog has been taken to the Hamblen County Humane Society. Please share so it can...
05/26/2026

This dog was located at the park. The dog has been taken to the Hamblen County Humane Society. Please share so it can go home.

05/14/2026

NOTICE: Water service throughout the park will be shut off on Tuesday, May 19th beginning at 7:30am. The water will be shut off for approximately 10 hours as plumbing work is performed for construction of the park's new recreation lodge. We will work quickly to complete this task and restore water to the park as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important step in the construction process.

This is the final day to vote for Panther Creek as your favorite Tennessee State Park! A big thank you to all who have d...
04/30/2026

This is the final day to vote for Panther Creek as your favorite Tennessee State Park!

A big thank you to all who have donated so far!

My TN State Park Fundraiser: Rally your community to protect, preserve, and support Tennessee’s beloved state parks.

04/22/2026

NOTICE: The lower section of the Trout Lily trail that runs parallel to Cherokee Lake will be closed to the public from Friday, April 24th through Friday, May 22nd while the bridge and boardwalks in that area are replaced. We appreciate your patience as we work to complete this important project for our visitors.

We are currently hiring for a TSP Maintenance Technician position at Panther Creek! If you are interested, please apply ...
04/22/2026

We are currently hiring for a TSP Maintenance Technician position at Panther Creek! If you are interested, please apply here: https://www.tn.gov/careers

Address

2010 Panther Creek Road
Morristown, TN
37814

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18888672757

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