Valentine’s at TN State Parks
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 17, 2020 | Permalink
Happy Valentine's Day! From delicious meals and special overnight packages, TN State Parks are offering an assortment of sweet deals.
New Goals for the New Year
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 24, 2019 | Permalink
New Year’s Day is coming, and with it the urge to make life-changing resolutions. This New Year is especially important because it ushers in the 2020s. Many of us will look at our work, our families, and our lives to find ways we can grow into better versions of ourselves over the next year and decade. Whatever your commitment, whatever self-improvement you desire, we think the outdoors can help.
Tennessee State Parks Host Free First Day Hikes on January 1
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 19, 2019 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks will usher in the New Year with First Day Hikes on Jan. 1
Holiday Gift Guide
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 10, 2019 | Permalink
Gifts for everyone on your list!
Find your Winter Wonderland
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 1, 2019 | Permalink
Satisfy your wanderlust in one of our winter wonderlands:
6 Reasons to Explore Parks in the Winter
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 1, 2019 | Permalink
While summer is a popular time to head outdoors, there are significant benefits to hitting the woods in the winter months. If you want to hack your vacations and find top notch adventures, here are a few reasons why you should visit in the winter:
Lee, Commissioners Lead Groundbreaking for The Lodge at Paris Landing
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 21, 2019 | Permalink
Lee, Commissioners Lead groundbreaking for the Lodge at Paris Landing. 90 guestrooms will feature scenic lake views.
Groundbreaking of the new Lodge at Paris Landing State Park on Friday, November 15.
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 14, 2019 | Permalink
BUCHANAN – Gov. Bill Lee, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner David Salyers and Tennessee Department of General Services Commissioner Christi W. Branscom will lead the groundbreaking of the new Lodge at Paris Landing State Park on Friday, November 15.
Bowles Named Director of Hospitality for Tennessee State Parks
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 7, 2019 | Permalink
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today announced Shannon Bowles as director of hospitality for Tennessee State Parks.
Five Fall Camping Destinations
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on October 17, 2019 | Permalink
Fall in love with your favorite park all over again or plan your next camping adventure somewhere new.
Discover Tennessee History this Fall
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on October 1, 2019 | Permalink
Fall is a time of learning. As school starts back up and the weather changes, many people feel an increased desire for reading, writing and culture. While it’s great to curl up with a good book next to a big fire, we want to make sure you can quench your thirst for knowledge while also enjoying the outdoors. So throw on your jacket, grab a warm drink and head out to one of these five historical parks:
TDEC Implements Comprehensive Safety Improvement Strategy at Cummins Falls State Park, Will Reopen Falls and Gorge August 14
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on August 13, 2019 | Permalink
TDEC Implements Comprehensive Safety Improvement Strategy at Cummins Falls State Park, Will Reopen Falls and Gorge August 14, 2019.
Best State Parks to Visit in August
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on July 30, 2019 | Permalink
While August in Tennessee is known as a warmer month, there are still plenty of great adventures you can enjoy in the outdoors. With kids going back to school, there are fewer visitors in our parks. That means you’ll have more cabins to choose from, fewer people at the pools, and tranquil opportunities for fishing and paddling. Here are five of our the best Tennessee State Parks to visit in August:
5 Reasons You Will Love Camping Cabins
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on June 28, 2019 | Permalink
Take the anxiety out of vacation this summer by booking your stay in a camping cabin at Natchez Trace or Paris Landing State Park. Here are five reasons why you should choose a camping cabin for your next summer adventure!
6 Summer Water Adventures
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on June 28, 2019 | Permalink
Get out on the water and discover what Tennessee has to offer this summer.
5 things to do near Pickwick Landing
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on May 20, 2019 | Permalink
Looking for some relief from the summer heat? Sometimes the best therapy for a southern summer is a trip to the lake, and what better place to start than Pickwick Landing. Here's are five things to do in and around the park on your next visit.
TN State Parks Seeks Volunteers for Weed Wrangle on Saturday, March 2
Written by TN State Parks | Posted on February 6, 2019 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks and community partners are seeking volunteers for the annual Weed Wrangle, a nationwide effort to fight invasive plant species in public parks on Saturday, March 2.
Easter Buffets and Baskets at TN State Parks
Written by TN State Parks | Posted on February 1, 2019 | Permalink
Saturday egg hunts, Sunday buffets, and lodging specials - there is no better way to enjoy Easter, than in the park.
Beecher Wallace Homestead Added to State Park System
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 24, 2019 | Permalink
The Beecher Wallace Homestead in the Dog Cove area near Fall Creek Falls State Park has been added to Tennessee’s public lands.
It’s Bioblitz Time in TN State Parks
Written by Sunny Fleming | Posted on January 23, 2019 | Permalink
The beautiful and sometimes bizarre looking creations of the natural world often cause us to pause, break out our smartphone and snap a photo.