State Parks Near Shelbyville, Tennessee
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Shelbyville. The closest is Henry Horton State Park, about 15 mi northwest of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Henry Horton State Park15 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 84 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Shelbyville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Shelbyville; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →Long Hunter State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. 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 Long Hunter 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 →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 →Radnor Lake State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Radnor Lake 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 →Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is a 19-acre park in Davidson County, in Nashville-Davidson.
Hours, fees and rules for Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Shelbyville
- Henry Horton State Park 15 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park 20 mi east · Campground listed
- Tims Ford State Park 22 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 41 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Long Hunter State Park 41 mi north · Campground listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Shelbyville
- Henry Horton State Park 15 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tims Ford State Park 22 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cedars of Lebanon State Park 41 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Savage Gulf State Park 45 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Shelbyville
- Tims Ford State Park 22 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 41 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Cedars of Lebanon State Park 41 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Savage Gulf State Park 45 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Shelbyville
- Henry Horton State Park 15 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Tims Ford State Park 22 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 41 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Long Hunter State Park 41 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Cedars of Lebanon State Park 41 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Shelbyville
- Henry Horton State Park 15 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park 20 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Tims Ford State Park 22 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 41 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Long Hunter State Park 41 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Shelbyville
- Henry Horton State Park 15 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park 20 mi east · Fishing listed
- Tims Ford State Park 22 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Fiery Gizzard State Park 41 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Long Hunter State Park 41 mi north · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Shelbyville
What is the closest state park to Shelbyville?
Henry Horton State Park is the closest, about 15 miles northwest of Shelbyville in a straight line. Next are Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park and Tims Ford State Park.
How many state parks are near Shelbyville?
11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Shelbyville have camping?
8 parks list camping, the nearest being Henry Horton State Park, Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park and Tims Ford State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Shelbyville?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Tims Ford State Park, Fiery Gizzard State Park and Cedars of Lebanon 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 Shelbyville?
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 Manchester, TN21 mi east
- Near Murfreesboro, TN24 mi north
- Near Winchester, TN29 mi southeast
- Near Spring Hill, TN31 mi northwest
- Near McMinnville, TN40 mi east
- Near Lebanon, TN49 mi north
- Near Nashville-Davidson, TN50 mi north
- Near Lawrenceburg, TN53 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.