Montgomery Bell State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, lodge or inn rooms
- Official site
- reserve.tnstateparks.com(615) 797-9052
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Partial closure Campground Closure NoticeThe campground at Montgomery Bell State Park is currently closed for renovation. We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing you when the… (more)
The campground at Montgomery Bell State Park is currently closed for renovation. We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing you when the renovation is completed. If you have any questions, please call (888) 867-2757.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Lake Woodhaven DrainedPlease be aware that Lake Woodhaven will be drained starting August 31st, 2026, for infrastructure updates. Access to the lake will remain open… (more)
Please be aware that Lake Woodhaven will be drained starting August 31st, 2026, for infrastructure updates. Access to the lake will remain open initially, but visitors should keep an eye on our channels if that will change during this draining. Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park office.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 3,988 acres, Montgomery Bell State Park lies in Dickson County, about 5 miles northeast of Dickson.
The park supports golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 7 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and lodge rooms.
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 4:00 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 4:00 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: any buildings.
Dogs, cats, and other pets are to be controlled and on a leash at all times. Pets are not allowed inside any buildings, rental units, pavilion, beach area, or playground areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Mile Creek Campground | — | — | |
| Four Mile Creek Primitive Campsites | — | — | |
| Wildcat Shelter | — | — | |
| Woodland Shelter | — | — | |
| Hall Spring Shelter | — | — | |
| Group Camp 2 | — | — | |
| Group Camp 1 | — | — |
Camping details from the park
There are 109 campsites available at the park; 40 sites with water, electrical and sewer hook-up; 47 sites with water & electrical hook-ups; and 22 tent-only sites. The campground can accommodate up to 60' campers on most electrical sites. Please click on campsite number for description.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
Cabin: Montgomery Bell State Park offers eight premium two bedroom, two bathroom cabins…
Lodge Room: Check Room Availability at Montgomery Bell State Park
Things to do
CampingBoatingFishingCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingGolfHikingBiking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Cemetery Trail | 0.95 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Blue Trail | 5 mi | Moderate | Mountain bikeNatural surface |
| Creech Hollow Trail | 1.25 mi | Easy | Status: partial closureHikeNatural surface |
| Green Trail | 3.3 mi | Hard | Mountain bikeNatural surface |
| Jim Bailey Nature Trail | 0.6 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Montgomery Bell Trail | 10.25 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Ore Pit Trail | 1.5 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Red Trail | 2.9 mi | Easy | Mountain bikeNatural surface |
| Spillway Trail | 0.55 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| White Trail | 4.6 mi | Moderate | Mountain bikeNatural surface |
| Wildcat Trail | 1.3 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Yellow Trail | 5.7 mi | Hard | Mountain bikeNatural surface |
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic shelters
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Laundry
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
- Lodge or inn rooms
Recreation
- Golf course
✓ 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.
Getting there
- Address
- 1020 Jackson Hill Road
Burns, TN 37029 - Nearest town
- Dickson — about 5 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 36.1011, -87.2844
- Phone
- (615) 797-9052
- 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)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology