State Parks Near Manchester, Tennessee
14 state park units lie within 50 miles of Manchester. The closest is Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park, about 2 mi northwest of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park2 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 14 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 127 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 8pets allowed
State parks near Manchester, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Manchester; driving distance is usually longer.
Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, biking, and hiking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park →Tims Ford State Park
The park supports golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Tims Ford State Park →Fiery Gizzard State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Camping is available: 9 camping areas, including tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Fiery Gizzard 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 →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 →Head of the Crow State Park
Things to do include hiking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Head of the Crow 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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →Burgess Falls State Park
Popular activities here are fishing and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Burgess Falls 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 →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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Manchester
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park 2 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Tims Ford State Park 20 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 22 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Savage Gulf State Park 24 mi east · Campground listed
- Head of the Crow State Park 27 mi south · Campground listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Manchester
- Tims Ford State Park 20 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Savage Gulf State Park 24 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Rock Island State Park 34 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Henry Horton State Park 36 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 42 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 2 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Manchester
- Tims Ford State Park 20 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 22 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Savage Gulf State Park 24 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Rock Island State Park 34 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 42 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 3 more in the list above
Swimming near Manchester
- Tims Ford State Park 20 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 22 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Rock Island State Park 34 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Henry Horton State Park 36 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fall Creek Falls State Park 42 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 3 more in the list above
Hiking near Manchester
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park 2 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Tims Ford State Park 20 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 22 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Savage Gulf State Park 24 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Head of the Crow State Park 27 mi south · Hiking trails listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Fishing near Manchester
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park 2 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Tims Ford State Park 20 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 22 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Rock Island State Park 34 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Henry Horton State Park 36 mi west · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Manchester
What is the closest state park to Manchester?
Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park is the closest, about 2 miles northwest of Manchester in a straight line. Next are Tims Ford State Park and Fiery Gizzard State Park.
How many state parks are near Manchester?
14 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Manchester have camping?
12 parks list camping, the nearest being Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park, Tims Ford State Park and Fiery Gizzard State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Manchester?
Yes, at 8 parks, including Tims Ford State Park, Fiery Gizzard State Park and Savage Gulf 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 Manchester?
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 Winchester, TN19 mi south
- Near Shelbyville, TN21 mi west
- Near McMinnville, TN22 mi northeast
- Near Murfreesboro, TN33 mi northwest
- Near Spring Hill, TN51 mi northwest
- Near Lebanon, TN53 mi north
- Near Chattanooga, TN54 mi southeast
- Near Scottsboro, AL57 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.