State Parks Near Martin, Tennessee
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Martin, including 7 parks across the line in Missouri and Kentucky and Illinois. The closest is Big Cypress Tree State Park, about 10 mi south of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Big Cypress Tree State Park10 mi south
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 54 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Martin, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Martin; driving distance is usually longer.
Big Cypress Tree State Park
The park supports hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Cypress Tree State Park →Reelfoot Lake State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, 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 primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Reelfoot Lake State Park →Towosahgy State Historic Site
In Mississippi County, about 21 miles northwest of Union City, Towosahgy State Historic Site covers about 62 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Towosahgy State Historic Site →Columbus-Belmont State Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include 38 campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Columbus-Belmont State Park →Big Oak Tree State Park
The park supports fishing, ranger programs, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Oak Tree State Park →Middle Fork Bottoms State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Middle Fork Bottoms State Park →Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites and ranger programs.
Hours, fees and rules for Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site →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 →Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites, ranger programs, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site →Fort Defiance State Park
Covering about 64 acres, Fort Defiance State Park lies in Alexander County, about 2 miles southeast of Cairo.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Defiance State Park →Kenlake State Resort Park
The park supports historic sites, boating, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites). There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Kenlake State Resort Park →Natchez Trace State Park
The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Natchez Trace State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Martin
- Reelfoot Lake State Park 32 mi west · Campground listed
- Columbus-Belmont State Park 33 mi northwest · 38 campsites
- Paris Landing State Park 43 mi east · Campground listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 49 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Natchez Trace State Park 50 mi southeast · Campground listed
Cabins and lodging near Martin
- Reelfoot Lake State Park 32 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Paris Landing State Park 43 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kenlake State Resort Park 49 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Natchez Trace State Park 50 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Martin
- Reelfoot Lake State Park 32 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Columbus-Belmont State Park 33 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Paris Landing State Park 43 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Natchez Trace State Park 50 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Martin
- Paris Landing State Park 43 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kenlake State Resort Park 49 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Natchez Trace State Park 50 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Martin
- Big Cypress Tree State Park 10 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Reelfoot Lake State Park 32 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Columbus-Belmont State Park 33 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Big Oak Tree State Park 33 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Middle Fork Bottoms State Park 40 mi south · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Martin
- Reelfoot Lake State Park 32 mi west · Fishing listed
- Big Oak Tree State Park 33 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Middle Fork Bottoms State Park 40 mi south · Fishing listed
- Paris Landing State Park 43 mi east · Fishing listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 49 mi northeast · Fishing listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Martin
What is the closest state park to Martin?
Big Cypress Tree State Park is the closest, about 10 miles south of Martin in a straight line. Next are Reelfoot Lake State Park and Towosahgy State Historic Site.
How many state parks are near Martin?
12 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Martin have camping?
5 parks list camping, the nearest being Reelfoot Lake State Park, Columbus-Belmont State Park and Paris Landing State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Martin?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Reelfoot Lake State Park, Columbus-Belmont 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 Martin?
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 Paris, TN30 mi east
- Near Murray, KY35 mi northeast
- Near Dyersburg, TN36 mi southwest
- Near Jackson, TN47 mi south
- Near Paducah, KY52 mi north
- Near Sikeston, MO56 mi northwest
- Near Blytheville, AR65 mi southwest
- Near Cape Girardeau, MO78 mi northwest
Or see all Tennessee state parks, Missouri state parks, Kentucky state parks, Illinois state parks or every city we cover.
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.