David Crockett State Park
Notice: Restaurant Closure — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- reserve.tnstateparks.com(931) 903-2323
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Alert David Crockett State Park is located in Lawrenceburg, TN in Middle Tennessee, about 1.5 hours south of Nashville.Please be aware that it is a different park than David Crockett Birthplace State Park, which is located in East TN.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Are you sure you chose the correct Crockett State Park for your adventure?David Crockett State Park is located in Middle TN in Lawrenceburg, south of Nashville. Do not confuse it with David Crockett Birthplace State Park… (more)
David Crockett State Park is located in Middle TN in Lawrenceburg, south of Nashville. Do not confuse it with David Crockett Birthplace State Park in East TN.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Closure Restaurant ClosureEffective June 30, 2026, David Crockett State Park’s restaurant will close as Tennessee State Parks repurposes the facility into an event venue that… (more)
Effective June 30, 2026, David Crockett State Park’s restaurant will close as Tennessee State Parks repurposes the facility into an event venue that will support weddings, reunions, meetings, and other community functions.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
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In Lawrence County, in Lawrenceburg, David Crockett State Park covers about 1,002 acres.
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, and group camping. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
| Campground | Please note that check-in time for camping is 3:00 pm. Check-out time is 12:00 pm. | ||
Official wording
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Park Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Please note that check-in time for camping is 3:00 pm. Check-out time is 12:00 pm.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Tennessee State Parks reservation site (itinio platform) for camping, cabins, shelters, programs; some lodges/cabins via reseze.net; golf via foreUP
- Phone
- 1-888-867-2757 (888-TNPARKS)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: cabins.
A limited number of cabins are available at each park for guests who travel with their pets. There is a $20 charge per night per pet that will be assessed at check-in. Pets are strictly prohibited inside cabins unless they are specifically designated as a pet-friendly cabin and all additional pet charges are paid. Due to allergy issues, pets may not be kept on porches or decks of non-pet cabins. If pets are kept at non-pet cabins, a minimum penalty of $100.00 plus all applicable nightly pet fees will be assessed. Additional charges for damages caused by pets may also be assessed at the discretion of management. Additional charges may also be assessed at the discretion of management for damages caused by guests, their visitors, pets, etc.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campground 2 | — | — | |
| Campground 1 | — | — | |
| Group Camp | — | — |
Camping details from the park
With two campgrounds and over a hundred campsites, there is plenty of room to bring the whole family for a weekend getaway at David Crockett State Park.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
David Crockett State Park offers seven, modern cabins located near Lake Lindsey. Each cabin is completely furnished and available to reserve year-round.
Things to do
CampingHistoric sites and toursBoatingFishingCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingHikingBiking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike Trail | 1.45 mi | Easy | HikeMountain bikeNatural surface |
| Crawfish Valley Trail | 2.7 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Lake Road Trail | 0.8 mi | — | HikeNatural surface |
| Shoal Creek Trail | 1.45 mi | Moderate | You cannot take connector trails to shorten the walk. It is not a trail that loops. You can use a connector to make a loop, but it will not shorten your distance.HikeNatural surface |
| Trail of Tears | 2.25 mi | Easy | HikeNatural surface |
| Turkey Ridge Trail | 1.5 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic shelters
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Failure to present proof of eligibility could result in the cancellation of your reservation.
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1400 West Gaines
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464 - Nearest town
- Lawrenceburg
- Coordinates
- 35.2450, -87.3516
- Phone
- (931) 903-2323
- State.Parks@tn.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Tennessee State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TDEC Bureau of Conservation 'State Park Boundaries Primary' public ArcGIS view
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Crockett Falls in David Crockett State Park (Front View - June 2005).jpg — Public domain (released by the author), Christopher Hollis
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology