State Parks Near Paris, Tennessee
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Paris, including 3 parks across the line in Kentucky. The closest is Paris Landing State Park, about 16 mi northeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Paris Landing State Park16 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 77 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Paris, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Paris; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →Johnsonville State Historic Park
Visitors come for historic sites, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Johnsonville State Historic Park →Big Cypress Tree State Park
The park supports hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Cypress Tree 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 →Lake Barkley State Resort Park
Things to do include golf, boating, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching. Camping is available: 79 campsites, including tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Barkley State Resort 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 →Middle Fork Bottoms State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Middle Fork Bottoms State Park →Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 200 miles, according to the park. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Paris
- Paris Landing State Park 16 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 23 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 34 mi north · Campground listed
- Natchez Trace State Park 34 mi south · Campground listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 44 mi northeast · 79 campsites
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Paris
- Paris Landing State Park 16 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 23 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kenlake State Resort Park 34 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Natchez Trace State Park 34 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 44 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 2 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Paris
- Paris Landing State Park 16 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 23 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Natchez Trace State Park 34 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 49 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Paris
- Paris Landing State Park 16 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 23 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kenlake State Resort Park 34 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Natchez Trace State Park 34 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 44 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Hiking near Paris
- Paris Landing State Park 16 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 23 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Johnsonville State Historic Park 27 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Big Cypress Tree State Park 33 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 34 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Paris
- Paris Landing State Park 16 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 23 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Johnsonville State Historic Park 27 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 34 mi north · Fishing listed
- Natchez Trace State Park 34 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Paris
What is the closest state park to Paris?
Paris Landing State Park is the closest, about 16 miles northeast of Paris in a straight line. Next are Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park and Johnsonville State Historic Park.
How many state parks are near Paris?
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 Paris have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Paris Landing State Park, Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park and Kenlake State Resort Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Paris?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Paris Landing State Park, Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park and Natchez Trace 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 Paris?
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 Murray, KY22 mi north
- Near Martin, TN30 mi west
- Near Jackson, TN53 mi southwest
- Near Dickson, TN55 mi east
- Near Clarksville, TN57 mi east
- Near Paducah, KY57 mi north
- Near Hopkinsville, KY60 mi northeast
- Near Dyersburg, TN62 mi west
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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.