State Parks Near Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee

10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Nashville-Davidson. The closest is Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, about 0 mi south of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park0 mi south
Within 25 miles
4of 10 within 50 mi
With camping
53 with cabins
Dog-friendly
2pets allowed

State parks near Nashville-Davidson, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Nashville-Davidson; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Radnor Lake State Park

    8 miles south · Oak Hill, Tennessee · State Park

    Hiking

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  2. Long Hunter State Park

    14 miles southeast · Hermitage, Tennessee · State Park

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  3. Harpeth River State Park

    19 miles west · Ashland City, Tennessee · State Park

    HikingFishingBoating

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  4. Cedars of Lebanon State Park

    26 miles east · Lebanon, Tennessee · State Park

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  5. Bledsoe Creek State Park

    28 miles northeast · Gallatin, Tennessee · State Park

    CampingHikingFishingBoating

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  6. Montgomery Bell State Park

    28 miles west · Burns, Tennessee · State Park

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  7. Port Royal State Historic Park

    33 miles northwest · Clarksville, Tennessee · State Historic Park

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  8. Dunbar Cave State Park

    39 miles northwest · Clarksville, Tennessee · State Park

    Hiking

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  9. Henry Horton State Park

    41 miles south · Chapel Hill, Tennessee · State Park

    1 alertCampingCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Nashville-Davidson

  1. Long Hunter State Park 14 mi southeast · Campground listed
  2. Cedars of Lebanon State Park 26 mi east · Campground listed
  3. Bledsoe Creek State Park 28 mi northeast · Campground listed
  4. Montgomery Bell State Park 28 mi west · Campground listed
  5. Henry Horton State Park 41 mi south · Campground listed

Cabins and lodging near Nashville-Davidson

  1. Cedars of Lebanon State Park 26 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Montgomery Bell State Park 28 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Henry Horton State Park 41 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Nashville-Davidson

  1. Cedars of Lebanon State Park 26 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
  2. Montgomery Bell State Park 28 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules

Swimming near Nashville-Davidson

  1. Long Hunter State Park 14 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Cedars of Lebanon State Park 26 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Montgomery Bell State Park 28 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Henry Horton State Park 41 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Nashville-Davidson

  1. Radnor Lake State Park 8 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  2. Long Hunter State Park 14 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  3. Harpeth River State Park 19 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  4. Cedars of Lebanon State Park 26 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  5. Bledsoe Creek State Park 28 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed

+ 4 more in the list above

Fishing near Nashville-Davidson

  1. Long Hunter State Park 14 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  2. Harpeth River State Park 19 mi west · Fishing listed
  3. Bledsoe Creek State Park 28 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  4. Montgomery Bell State Park 28 mi west · Fishing listed
  5. Port Royal State Historic Park 33 mi northwest · Fishing listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Nashville-Davidson

What is the closest state park to Nashville-Davidson?

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is the closest, about 0 miles south of Nashville-Davidson in a straight line. Next are Radnor Lake State Park and Long Hunter State Park.

How many state parks are near Nashville-Davidson?

10 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 Nashville-Davidson have camping?

5 parks list camping, the nearest being Long Hunter State Park, Cedars of Lebanon State Park and Bledsoe Creek State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Nashville-Davidson?

Yes, at 2 parks, including Cedars of Lebanon State Park and Montgomery Bell 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 Nashville-Davidson?

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.

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.