State Parks Near Cleveland, Tennessee
15 state park units lie within 50 miles of Cleveland, including 4 parks across the line in Georgia. The closest is Red Clay State Historic Park, about 14 mi south of town. 7 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Red Clay State Historic Park14 mi south
- Within 25 miles
- 7of 15 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 105 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 6pets allowed
State parks near Cleveland, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Cleveland; driving distance is usually longer.
Red Clay State Historic Park
The park supports historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Red Clay State Historic Park →Harrison Bay 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. For overnight stays there are 5 camping areas (RV sites, tent sites, and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Harrison Bay State Park →Cherokee Trail of Tears State Park
Cherokee Trail of Tears State Park is a park in Meigs County, about 6 miles south of Dayton.
Hours, fees and rules for Cherokee Trail of Tears State Park →Booker T. Washington State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. There are also lodge rooms for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Booker T. Washington State Park →Hiwassee Scenic River State Park
For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Hiwassee Scenic River State Park →Ocoee River State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Ocoee River State Park →North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park
Things to do include swimming, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park →Chief Vann House State Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Chief Vann House State Historic Site →Fort Mountain State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and biking. The official site lists about 27 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Mountain State Park →Cloudland Canyon State Park
Visitors come for cave tours, golf, horseback riding, historic sites, and disc golf. The official site lists about 30 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Cloudland Canyon State Park →Fall Creek Falls State Park
The park supports golf, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Fall Creek Falls State Park →Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park
Things to do include hiking. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park →New Echota State Historic Site
Popular activities here are historic sites, fishing, ranger programs, and hiking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for New Echota State Historic Site →Fort Loudoun State Historic Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Loudoun State Historic Park →Savage Gulf State Park
Things to do include hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 60 miles, according to the park. Camping is available: 9 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Savage Gulf State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Cleveland
- Harrison Bay State Park 14 mi west · Campground listed
- Booker T. Washington State Park 18 mi west · Campground listed
- Hiwassee Scenic River State Park 19 mi east · Campground listed
- Ocoee River State Park 19 mi east · Campground listed
- North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park 21 mi west · Campground listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Cleveland
- Booker T. Washington State Park 18 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Fort Mountain State Park 31 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cloudland Canyon State Park 42 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 43 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Savage Gulf State Park 48 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Cleveland
- North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park 21 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Chief Vann House State Historic Site 29 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 43 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park 43 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- New Echota State Historic Site 44 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Cleveland
- Harrison Bay State Park 14 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Booker T. Washington State Park 18 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park 21 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fort Mountain State Park 31 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 43 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Cleveland
- Red Clay State Historic Park 14 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Harrison Bay State Park 14 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Booker T. Washington State Park 18 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Ocoee River State Park 19 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park 21 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 8 more in the list above
Fishing near Cleveland
- Harrison Bay State Park 14 mi west · Fishing listed
- Booker T. Washington State Park 18 mi west · Fishing listed
- Ocoee River State Park 19 mi east · Fishing listed
- North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park 21 mi west · Fishing listed
- Fort Mountain State Park 31 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Cleveland
What is the closest state park to Cleveland?
Red Clay State Historic Park is the closest, about 14 miles south of Cleveland in a straight line. Next are Harrison Bay State Park and Cherokee Trail of Tears State Park.
How many state parks are near Cleveland?
15 state park units are within 50 miles, and 7 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Cleveland have camping?
10 parks list camping, the nearest being Harrison Bay State Park, Booker T. Washington State Park and Hiwassee Scenic River State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Cleveland?
Yes, at 6 parks, including North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park, Chief Vann House State Historic Site and Fall Creek Falls State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Cleveland?
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 Chattanooga, TN23 mi west
- Near Athens, TN24 mi northeast
- Near Crossville, TN54 mi north
- Near Farragut, TN62 mi northeast
- Near McMinnville, TN62 mi northwest
- Near Rome, GA66 mi south
- Near Canton, GA68 mi south
- Near Winchester, TN70 mi west
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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.