State Parks Near Greeneville, Tennessee
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Greeneville, including 3 parks across the line in Virginia and North Carolina. The closest is David Crockett Birthplace State Park, about 9 mi east of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- David Crockett Birthplace State Park9 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 73 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 5pets allowed
State parks near Greeneville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Greeneville; driving distance is usually longer.
David Crockett Birthplace State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for David Crockett Birthplace State Park →Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park
Things to do include fishing, biking, and hiking. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park →Warriors' Path State Park
Visitors come for golf, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 3 camping areas (RV sites and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Warriors' Path State Park →Clinch River Valley State Park
Clinch River Valley State Park is a park in Hancock County, about 18 miles west of Church Hill.
Hours, fees and rules for Clinch River Valley State Park →Panther Creek State Park
Visitors come for golf, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 30 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Panther Creek State Park →Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park →Natural Tunnel State Park
The park supports biking, hiking, and picnicking. There are also cabins and yurts for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Natural Tunnel State Park →Roan Mountain State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, swimming, fishing, biking, and hiking. For overnight stays there are 7 camping areas (RV sites, tent sites, and group camping). If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Roan Mountain State Park →Mount Mitchell State Park
The park supports hiking and picnicking. Overnight options include 2 camping areas, with tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Mount Mitchell State Park →Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park
Visitors come for hiking and picnicking. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Greeneville
- David Crockett Birthplace State Park 9 mi east · Campground listed
- Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park 17 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Warriors' Path State Park 29 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Panther Creek State Park 33 mi west · Campground listed
- Natural Tunnel State Park 37 mi north · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Greeneville
- Natural Tunnel State Park 37 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Roan Mountain State Park 41 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 48 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Greeneville
- Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park 17 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Panther Creek State Park 33 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Natural Tunnel State Park 37 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Roan Mountain State Park 41 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Mount Mitchell State Park 42 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Greeneville
- David Crockett Birthplace State Park 9 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Warriors' Path State Park 29 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Panther Creek State Park 33 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Roan Mountain State Park 41 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Greeneville
- David Crockett Birthplace State Park 9 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park 17 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Warriors' Path State Park 29 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Panther Creek State Park 33 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 34 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Greeneville
- David Crockett Birthplace State Park 9 mi east · Fishing listed
- Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park 17 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Warriors' Path State Park 29 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Panther Creek State Park 33 mi west · Fishing listed
- Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 34 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Greeneville
What is the closest state park to Greeneville?
David Crockett Birthplace State Park is the closest, about 9 miles east of Greeneville in a straight line. Next are Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park and Warriors' Path State Park.
How many state parks are near Greeneville?
10 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 Greeneville have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being David Crockett Birthplace State Park, Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park and Warriors' Path State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Greeneville?
Yes, at 5 parks, including Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park, Panther Creek State Park and Natural Tunnel 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 Greeneville?
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 Morristown, TN27 mi west
- Near Johnson City, TN27 mi northeast
- Near Asheville, NC44 mi south
- Near Bristol, VA48 mi northeast
- Near Waynesville, NC48 mi south
- Near Boone, NC64 mi east
- Near Knoxville, TN65 mi west
- Near Morganton, NC69 mi southeast
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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.