Tennessee State Parks

Tennessee State Parks There are 64 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.

05/30/2026

Nothing says summer like a road trip to Cummins Falls State Park, home to a stunning 75-foot waterfall, followed by an overnight stay at nearby Edgar Evins State Park.

Up for an adventure? Take the strenuous hike to the base of Cummins Falls, where you’ll be rewarded with incredible views and a refreshing dip in the swimming hole. Prefer waterfall views without the hike? Stop by the ADA-accessible overlook for a scenic view from above.

Tip: A Gorge Access Permit is required to hike to the base of Cummins Falls. Daily spots are limited, so grab yours online before you go at reserve.tnstateparks.com/cummins-falls/permits. Park entry and overlook access are free.

After a day full of waterfall adventures, head to Edgar Evins, about 30 minutes away, and settle into a cozy cabin or camp under the stars wth views of Center Hill Lake. Before heading home the next day, climb to the top of the Lookout Tower for panoramic views of the lake and surrounding hillsides.

Visit tnstateparks.com/inspiration/experience-summer to plan your trip and find more summer inspiration.

Video description: A montage shows a summer trip at Cummins Falls and Edgar Evins featuring waterfalls, swimming, boat rides, and lake views.

Free guided hikes across Tennessee next Saturday! 🥾Celebrate National Trails Day on June 6 with Tennessee State Parks, a...
05/30/2026

Free guided hikes across Tennessee next Saturday! 🥾

Celebrate National Trails Day on June 6 with Tennessee State Parks, a day to support and appreciate the trails that connect us to Tennessee’s natural beauty. Join a guided hike, volunteer to support local trails, or do both.

Find an event at a state park near you: tnstateparks.info/NationalTrailsDay26

I spy with my little eye… the taste of Tennessee summer. 👀🍓Hidden among the waterfalls, trails, overlooks and wild Tenne...
05/27/2026

I spy with my little eye… the taste of Tennessee summer. 👀🍓

Hidden among the waterfalls, trails, overlooks and wild Tennessee views is our limited-edition Tennessee State Parks Strawberry Sumac Kombucha, crafted in partnership with Walker Brothers.

This refreshing, non-alcoholic kombucha brings together juicy strawberry and tart sumac (ingredients that grow wild right here in Tennessee) for a taste that’s made for sunny park picnics and post-hike hangs. Shop the kombucha online at tnstateparks.info/Kombucha and look for it at select Tennessee retailers and state parks.

The can's artwork, hand-drawn by Friendly Arctic Printing & Design in Nashville, TN, is also available as a limited-edition t-shirt and art print at tnstateparks.info/KombuchaMerch.

A portion of proceeds from the kombucha and merch benefits Tennessee State Parks and Tennessee State Parks Conservancy.

P.S. The cans in the photos aren’t real but Leave No Trace is! Please pack out what you pack in and recycle when you can. ♻️

05/26/2026

Remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

This message is brought to you by Tennessee State Parks. 😎As you head out to chase waterfalls, spot wildlife, hike trail...
05/21/2026

This message is brought to you by Tennessee State Parks. 😎

As you head out to chase waterfalls, spot wildlife, hike trails, paddle lakes, smell the flowers, or sit around the fire, here’s your friendly responsible recreation reminder:

Plan ahead, pack out your trash, stay on trail, give wildlife space, share the outdoors kindly, and keep campfires contained and fully out.

Basically: take the memories, photos, and maybe a little sun home with you. Leave the parks as beautiful as you found them.

Visit tnstateparks.info/ResponsibleRec for more tips to make this Memorial Day Weekend the best it can be.

Paddling season is here and so are more accessible launches. There are now 10 state parks across Tennessee offering acce...
05/19/2026

Paddling season is here and so are more accessible launches.

There are now 10 state parks across Tennessee offering accessible paddling launches. The newest additions are now available at Fall Creek Falls State Park and Pickwick Landing State Park.

These launches help individuals with disabilities enter and exit kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards more safely and independently through features like transition benches, roll cages with grab bars, hand straps, and pull bars into the water.

Hitting the water is a rewarding experience that everyone should have the opportunity to safely enjoy, so bring your lifejacket and find a launch near you at tnstateparks.info/Accessible-Paddling-Launches.

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Dealbreaker for some, ideal weekend plans for us.For those who like their summer nights filled with campfire conversatio...
05/19/2026

Dealbreaker for some, ideal weekend plans for us.

For those who like their summer nights filled with campfire conversations, fireflies after dark, and one more round of Uno before bed, there are thousands of campsites waiting for you at Tennessee State Parks.

Find the perfect destination at tnstateparks.info/Camping-26.

Safe boater summer is upon us. Act accordingly. 🛟Tennessee State Parks has the lakes and rivers covered. You bring the g...
05/16/2026

Safe boater summer is upon us. Act accordingly. 🛟

Tennessee State Parks has the lakes and rivers covered. You bring the good decisions.

Your starter pack includes: a life jacket you actually wear, a weather forecast you actually check, a sober captain, sunscreen that gets reapplied, a shared float plan, and an engine cut-off switch that gets worn.

A life jacket under the seat is technically on board. It is not, however, helping.

Share this with the boater in your life who remembers the speaker but forgets sunscreen.

More safe boating tips at safeboatingcampaign.com

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