State Parks Near Clarksville, Tennessee
14 state park units lie within 50 miles of Clarksville, including 5 parks across the line in Kentucky. The closest is Dunbar Cave State Park, about 3 mi southeast of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Dunbar Cave State Park3 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 14 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 76 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 5pets allowed
State parks near Clarksville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Clarksville; driving distance is usually longer.
Dunbar Cave State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Dunbar Cave State Park →Port Royal State Historic Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Port Royal State Historic Park →Jefferson Davis State Historic Site
In Christian County, about 10 miles east of Hopkinsville, Jefferson Davis State Historic Site covers about 16 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Jefferson Davis State Historic Site →Harpeth River State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Harpeth River State Park →Montgomery Bell State Park
The park supports golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Montgomery Bell State Park →Lake Barkley State Resort Park
Things to do include golf, boating, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching. Camping is available: 79 campsites, including tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Barkley State Resort Park →Lake Malone State Park
Things to do include boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 59 campsites across 2 camping areas, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Malone State Park →Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park →Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is a 19-acre park in Davidson County, in Nashville-Davidson.
Hours, fees and rules for Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park →Paris Landing State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Paris Landing State Park →Radnor Lake State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Radnor Lake State Park →Kenlake State Resort Park
The park supports historic sites, boating, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites). There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Kenlake State Resort Park →Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
Visitors come for golf, historic sites, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 20 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park →Johnsonville State Historic Park
Visitors come for historic sites, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Johnsonville State Historic Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Clarksville
- Montgomery Bell State Park 32 mi south · Campground listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 38 mi northwest · 79 campsites
- Lake Malone State Park 39 mi northeast · 59 campsites
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 39 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Paris Landing State Park 42 mi west · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Clarksville
- Montgomery Bell State Park 32 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 38 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 39 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Paris Landing State Park 42 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kenlake State Resort Park 46 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Clarksville
- Montgomery Bell State Park 32 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Lake Malone State Park 39 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 39 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Paris Landing State Park 42 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 49 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Clarksville
- Montgomery Bell State Park 32 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 38 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Malone State Park 39 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Paris Landing State Park 42 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kenlake State Resort Park 46 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near Clarksville
- Dunbar Cave State Park 3 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Port Royal State Historic Park 11 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Harpeth River State Park 31 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Montgomery Bell State Park 32 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 38 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Fishing near Clarksville
- Port Royal State Historic Park 11 mi east · Fishing listed
- Harpeth River State Park 31 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Montgomery Bell State Park 32 mi south · Fishing listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 38 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Lake Malone State Park 39 mi northeast · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Clarksville
What is the closest state park to Clarksville?
Dunbar Cave State Park is the closest, about 3 miles southeast of Clarksville in a straight line. Next are Port Royal State Historic Park and Jefferson Davis State Historic Site.
How many state parks are near Clarksville?
14 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Clarksville have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Montgomery Bell State Park, Lake Barkley State Resort Park and Lake Malone State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Clarksville?
Yes, at 5 parks, including Montgomery Bell State Park, Lake Malone State Park and Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Clarksville?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Hopkinsville, KY20 mi north
- Near Dickson, TN35 mi south
- Near Nashville-Davidson, TN41 mi southeast
- Near Franklin, KY45 mi east
- Near Gallatin, TN50 mi east
- Near Murray, KY54 mi west
- Near Paris, TN57 mi west
- Near Bowling Green, KY58 mi northeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.