State Parks Near Dickson, Tennessee
15 state park units lie within 50 miles of Dickson. The closest is Montgomery Bell State Park, about 5 mi northeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Montgomery Bell State Park5 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 15 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 65 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Dickson, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Dickson; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →Harpeth River State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Harpeth River State Park →Radnor Lake State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Radnor Lake State Park →Devil's Backbone State Park
The park supports hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Devil's Backbone State Park →Johnsonville State Historic Park
Visitors come for historic sites, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Johnsonville State Historic 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 →Dunbar Cave State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Dunbar Cave State 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 →Dry Branch State Park
Dry Branch State Park is a park in Lewis County, about 6 miles northwest of Hohenwald.
Hours, fees and rules for Dry Branch 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 →Long Hunter State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. 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 Long Hunter State Park →Mousetail Landing State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 6 camping areas (RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Mousetail Landing 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 →Buffalo River State Park
Buffalo River State Park is a park in Wayne County, about 10 miles northwest of Waynesboro.
Hours, fees and rules for Buffalo River State Park →Henry Horton State Park
The park supports golf, historic sites, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Henry Horton State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Dickson
- Montgomery Bell State Park 5 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 35 mi west · Campground listed
- Long Hunter State Park 45 mi east · Campground listed
- Mousetail Landing State Park 46 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Paris Landing State Park 48 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Dickson
- Montgomery Bell State Park 5 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 35 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Mousetail Landing State Park 46 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Paris Landing State Park 48 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Henry Horton State Park 50 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Dickson
- Montgomery Bell State Park 5 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 35 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Paris Landing State Park 48 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Dickson
- Montgomery Bell State Park 5 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 35 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Long Hunter State Park 45 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Mousetail Landing State Park 46 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Paris Landing State Park 48 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near Dickson
- Montgomery Bell State Park 5 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Harpeth River State Park 15 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Radnor Lake State Park 31 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Devil's Backbone State Park 32 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Johnsonville State Historic Park 33 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Fishing near Dickson
- Montgomery Bell State Park 5 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Harpeth River State Park 15 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Johnsonville State Historic Park 33 mi west · Fishing listed
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 35 mi west · Fishing listed
- Port Royal State Historic Park 36 mi north · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Dickson
What is the closest state park to Dickson?
Montgomery Bell State Park is the closest, about 5 miles northeast of Dickson in a straight line. Next are Harpeth River State Park and Radnor Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Dickson?
15 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Dickson have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Montgomery Bell State Park, Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park and Long Hunter State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Dickson?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Montgomery Bell State Park, Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park and Paris Landing 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 Dickson?
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 Nashville-Davidson, TN33 mi east
- Near Spring Hill, TN33 mi southeast
- Near Clarksville, TN35 mi north
- Near Hopkinsville, KY54 mi north
- Near Paris, TN55 mi west
- Near Gallatin, TN55 mi northeast
- Near Murfreesboro, TN55 mi east
- Near Lawrenceburg, TN56 mi south
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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.