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
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.
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.
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.
Waste Tires To Be Recycled For New Trail At T.O. Fuller State Park
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 22, 2019 | Permalink
On Monday, Jan. 21, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and local officials gathered alongside volunteers at T.O. Fuller State Park to collect waste tires to be recycled into material for a new pedestrian trail.
State Looks at Restoring Historic Mill at Rock Island State Park
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 14, 2018 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, along with other state and local agencies, is exploring efforts to save and potentially restore the Great Falls Cotton Mill at Rock Island State Park in Warren County.
Interior Recycling Bins Available at all TN State Parks
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 14, 2018 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Visitors to Tennessee State Parks will now be able to use interior recycling bins at all 56 of the state parks in the second phase of improvements to the parks’ recycling program.
Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Will Unveil Storybook Trail
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 2, 2018 | Permalink
JAMESTOWN – On Saturday, Nov. 3, Tennessee State Parks will host a ribbon-cutting event for a new Imagination Library Storybook Trail at Pickett CCC Memorial State Park.
‘Crossing the Cumberlands’ Brings Traditional Music and Modern Artists to Chattanooga
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on October 30, 2018 | Permalink
CHATTANOOGA – For over 200 years, with bold notes and fine lyrics, musicians have crafted vivid portrayals of Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau. On Saturday, Nov. 17, stories and sounds from acclaimed traditional and modern musicians will converge at the Tivoli Theatre for ‘Crossing the Cumberlands’, a night of eloquent music to benefit the Cumberland Trail.
Pickwick Landing and David Crockett Restaurants Achieve “Eat Real” Certification
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on October 30, 2018 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks restaurants at Pickwick Landing and David Crockett State Parks have achieved Eat REAL Certified Status, a nationally recognized standard for food service operations focused on sustainability and nutrition. Tennessee State Parks is the only state parks system in the nation to earn certification and among only two national park systems.
Montgomery Bell State Park Will Unveil Storybook Trail
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on October 29, 2018 | Permalink
BURNS – On Saturday, Oct. 27, Tennessee State Parks will host a ribbon-cutting event for a new Imagination Library Storybook Trail at Montgomery Bell State Park.
Civil War Days Festival at Two TN State Parks on Nov. 3
Written by Kim Schofinski | Posted on October 18, 2018 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Cannons will ring out along the Tennessee River in both Benton and Humphreys Counties to commemorate the 154th anniversary of the Civil War Battle of Johnsonville. The free Civil War Days festival will feature living history presenters and more at both Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park and Johnsonville State Historic Park on Saturday, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Color Blind Viewers Bring Fall to Life
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on September 24, 2018 | Permalink
Responding to popular demand, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Tennessee State Parks have partnered to install “color blind” viewfinders at five (5) state park locations across the state. There is now a total of 11 viewers installed in Tennessee. A new website helps visitors find and enjoy these new devices.
Celebrate National Public Lands Day at TN State Parks
Written by Kim Schofinski | Posted on September 10, 2018 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – In honor of National Public Lands Day, Tennessee State Parks, Friends Groups and Tennessee State Natural Areas are hosting a variety of volunteer stewardship projects, and free hikes and interpretive programs on Saturday, Sept. 22.
TN State Parks Cycling Tour Highlights Cumberland Plateau
Written by Kim Schofinski | Posted on September 4, 2018 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Hundreds of cyclists from nearly 30 different states will converge on the Cumberland Plateau on Sept. 15-20 for Tennessee State Parks’ annual Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee (BRAT).
Standing Stone to Host National Rolley Hole Marbles Championship and Festival
Written by Kim Schofinski | Posted on August 27, 2018 | Permalink
HILHAM – Standing Stone State Park will host the National Rolley Hole Marbles Championship and Festival on Saturday, Sept. 15, drawing some of the country’s best players to Tennessee where they will match wit and skills in what is known as the ‘Super Bowl of marbles’. In its 36th year, the event will feature world-class marble competitions, live music, marble-making exhibits and demonstrations, food vendors and much more.
TN State Parks Offers More Recycling Options for Visitors
Written by Kim Schofinski | Posted on August 22, 2018 | Permalink
Visitors at Tennessee State Parks now have more recycling options thanks to new bins delivered this month to all 56 parks. Over 400 BearSaver recycling receptacles – heavy-duty, pest proof and ADA-compliant bins – are now available at all Tennessee State Parks for visitor use.
Paris Landing State Park Opens Waterfront Bar and Grille
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on July 30, 2018 | Permalink
Paris Landing State Park will host the grand opening of Marker 66 Marina & Grille – a new waterfront restaurant housed at the park’s marina. The restaurant will serve local guests and park visitors while the park inn undergoes a major improvement project.
Healthy Parks Healthy Person Program Receives National Recognition
Written by Kim Schofinski | Posted on July 23, 2018 | Permalink
Healthy Parks Healthy Person program, which rewards park goers for participating in outdoor activities, has been designated as a 2018 SHIFT Awards Official Selection by The Center for Jackson Hole in Jackson, WY.