Best Tennessee State Parks to Watch the Sunrise and Sunset

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on March 24, 2023  |  Permalink

10 of the most spectacular state park locations for watching the sunrise and sunset in Tennessee.

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Eight Stroller Friendly State Parks In Tennessee

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on March 22, 2023  |  Permalink

In this blog post, we will explore eight state parks in Tennessee that are stroller-friendly and offer a great outdoor experience for families with young children.

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Tennessee State Parks to Hold Job Interviews March 17 at Paris Landing State Park

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on March 15, 2023  |  Permalink

BUCHANAN – Tennessee State Parks will conduct job interviews for the 91-room Lodge at Paris Landing on Friday, March 17 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Paris Landing State Park. Hiring will also include park operations positions.

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Easter Weekend at Tennessee State Parks

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on March 8, 2023  |  Permalink

Easter Weekend is a great opportunity to get out and explore Tennessee State Parks. Not only can you enjoy a relaxing day at the park, but our restaurants will do the cooking for you. Eight state park restaurants will be serving delicious easter meals that the whole family can enjoy.

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Terrific Tennessee Trilliums

Written by Holly Taylor | Posted on March 6, 2023  |  Permalink

Trilliums are a diverse family of wildflowers and Tennessee is a great state to see them! Let's get to know them better.....

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Five Family-Friendly Spring Getaways

Written by Brenna Sharpe | Posted on March 2, 2023  |  Permalink

To help you plan your spring vacation, we’ve put together a list of five family-friendly getaways. Each experience offers a variety of crowd-pleasing activities and overnight accommodations that fit the needs of families.  

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Waterfalls in Middle Tennessee: What to See and Where to Stay

Written by Brenna Sharpe | Posted on March 1, 2023  |  Permalink

Tennessee is home to hundreds of waterfalls, and some of the most picturesque are located within state parks in middle Tennessee. To help you plan your waterfall-chasing adventure, we've listed where to spend the night when visiting eight of the most popular waterfalls.

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Tennessee State Parks Seek Volunteers for Annual Weed Wrangle March 4

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 28, 2023  |  Permalink

NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks invite Tennesseans to participate in the state’s annual Weed Wrangle on Saturday, March 4, part of a national effort to remove invasive plants from public spaces.

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Tennessee Residents Save 10% on Staycations at State Parks

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 28, 2023  |  Permalink

In addition to free admission for all visitors, Tennessee State Parks offers a 10% Tennessee Resident Discount to make spending the night outdoors even more affordable. To help you start planning your affordable staycation, we’ve compiled a list of five state parks with overnight stays that we think you’ll love.

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Artifact Identification Day February 25 at Long Hunter State Park

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 17, 2023  |  Permalink

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Division of Archaeology and Long Hunter State Park will host Artifact Identification Day on Saturday, Feb. 25 where members of the public may bring objects they have discovered and learn about them from experts. 

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Bypass to Ease Traffic Congestion Near Rock Island State Park

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 9, 2023  |  Permalink

ROCK ISLAND – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) is part of a project to construct a highway bypass to help in safety and congestion issues near Rock Island State Park. Partners in the project are the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).

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Work Outdoors as a Seasonal Interpreter Recreator

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 9, 2023  |  Permalink

The application period for 2023 Seasonal Interpretive Recreator Positions have closed.

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Lakeside Cabin Vacations at Tennessee State Parks

Written by Brenna Sharpe | Posted on February 7, 2023  |  Permalink

Book a cabin surrounded by the outdoor activities you love at Tennessee State Parks. We offer spacious, family-friendly cabins with lake views and surprising amenities like on-site restaurants and staff-led park programs. Whether you’re an avid outdoor explorer or just looking to relax and connect with nature, these lakefront cabins will deliver. 

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Seven Tennessee State Parks to Serve Valentine’s Meals

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 1, 2023  |  Permalink

NASHVILLE – Seven Tennessee State Parks restaurants will offer romantic dinners for Valentine’s Day on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Montgomery Bell State Park is serving Valentine’s meals on three separate dates.

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Upcoming Tennessee State Parks Events: February 2023

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 1, 2023  |  Permalink

February is here! This month often brings cooler temperatures, smaller crowds, and fewer bugs–making it an excellent time to visit our parks and spend some time outdoors. If you’re looking for things to do, choose from dozens of our events. Pick a date, invite a friend, and take part in one of many opportunities to learn something new. 

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Honor Black History at Tennessee State Parks

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 1, 2023  |  Permalink

This February during Black History Month and throughout the year, we invite you to reflect on Black history in state parks across Tennessee. Explore state parks that preserve and share Black history and heritage or find a park program to attend.

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Tennessee State Library & Archives Honors Tennessee’s State Parks Legacy with New Exhibit

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 26, 2023  |  Permalink

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Considered one of the best park systems in the country, Tennessee has 57 state parks. A new exhibit at the Tennessee State Library & Archives, The Legacy of State Parks, honors the impact of state parks in Tennessee.    

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Tennessee State Parks to Hold Job Interviews at Lodge Montgomery Bell

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 23, 2023  |  Permalink

BURNS – Tennessee State Parks will conduct job interviews for the 117-room Lodge at Montgomery Bell on Friday, Jan. 27 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Montgomery Bell State Park

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A Year in Birds at TN State Parks

Written by Holly Taylor | Posted on January 14, 2023  |  Permalink

Birds and birders are flocking to our State Parks! What was seen in the year 2022?

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TDEC Division of Archaeology to Host Annual Research Conference

Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 10, 2023  |  Permalink

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Division of Archaeology will host its annual public meeting on research in archaeology Saturday Jan. 28 at the Tennessee State Library and Archives.

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