State Parks Near Cookeville, Tennessee
18 state park units lie within 50 miles of Cookeville, including 2 parks across the line in Kentucky. The closest is Cummins Falls State Park, about 8 mi north of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Cummins Falls State Park8 mi north
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 18 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 128 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 10pets allowed
State parks near Cookeville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Cookeville; driving distance is usually longer.
Cummins Falls State Park
Visitors come for swimming, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Cummins Falls State Park →Burgess Falls State Park
Popular activities here are fishing and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Burgess Falls State Park →Edgar Evins State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Edgar Evins State Park →Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park
Camping is available: 7 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park →Standing Stone State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Standing Stone State Park →Rock Island State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Rock Island State Park →Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park
Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park is a historic site in Warren County, about 6 miles east of McMinnville.
Hours, fees and rules for Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park →Cumberland Mountain State Park
The park supports golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 6 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Cumberland Mountain 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 →Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park →Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, boating, swimming, and biking. Its trail network totals roughly 12 miles, according to the park. Overnight options include 145 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Dale Hollow Lake State Resort 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 →Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site
Popular activities here are historic sites, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site →Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park
The park supports historic sites, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park →Cedars of Lebanon State Park
Things to do include golf, historic sites, disc golf, swimming, and hiking. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites and tent sites. There are also cabins and lodge rooms for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Cedars of Lebanon State Park →Pickett CCC Memorial State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. On the water side, there is boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Pickett CCC Memorial State 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 →Bledsoe Creek State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Bledsoe Creek State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Cookeville
- Edgar Evins State Park 17 mi west · Campground listed
- Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park 21 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Standing Stone State Park 23 mi north · Campground listed
- Rock Island State Park 24 mi south · Campground listed
- Cumberland Mountain State Park 34 mi southeast · Campground listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Cookeville
- Edgar Evins State Park 17 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Standing Stone State Park 23 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Rock Island State Park 24 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cumberland Mountain State Park 34 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 35 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 3 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Cookeville
- Edgar Evins State Park 17 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Standing Stone State Park 23 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Rock Island State Park 24 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Cumberland Mountain State Park 34 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 35 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 5 more in the list above
Swimming near Cookeville
- Cummins Falls State Park 8 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Edgar Evins State Park 17 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Standing Stone State Park 23 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Rock Island State Park 24 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Cumberland Mountain State Park 34 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 4 more in the list above
Hiking near Cookeville
- Cummins Falls State Park 8 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Burgess Falls State Park 9 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Edgar Evins State Park 17 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Standing Stone State Park 23 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Rock Island State Park 24 mi south · Hiking trails listed
+ 11 more in the list above
Fishing near Cookeville
- Cummins Falls State Park 8 mi north · Fishing listed
- Burgess Falls State Park 9 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Edgar Evins State Park 17 mi west · Fishing listed
- Standing Stone State Park 23 mi north · Fishing listed
- Rock Island State Park 24 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Cookeville
What is the closest state park to Cookeville?
Cummins Falls State Park is the closest, about 8 miles north of Cookeville in a straight line. Next are Burgess Falls State Park and Edgar Evins State Park.
How many state parks are near Cookeville?
18 state park units are within 50 miles, and 6 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Cookeville have camping?
12 parks list camping, the nearest being Edgar Evins State Park, Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park and Standing Stone State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Cookeville?
Yes, at 10 parks, including Edgar Evins State Park, Standing Stone State Park and Rock Island 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 Cookeville?
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 Crossville, TN30 mi southeast
- Near McMinnville, TN35 mi southwest
- Near Hartsville/Trousdale County, TN40 mi northwest
- Near Lebanon, TN47 mi west
- Near Murfreesboro, TN55 mi west
- Near Gallatin, TN56 mi west
- Near Manchester, TN57 mi southwest
- Near Glasgow, KY64 mi north
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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.