Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park

Tennessee State Park

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Hours8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
CampingYes
RV hookupsElectric & water
Cabins / lodgeYes

Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park hours

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Hours as published by Tennessee State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park

2,700 acres along the western shore of Kentucky Lake, with scenic trails and campsites near the water. The Tennessee River Folklife Center tells the story of life on the river.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • 🐦 Birding

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🛖 Cabins
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • 🌿 Nature Center
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

  • ⚡ Electric & Water
  • 💧 Water Only
  • ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

  • Tent & RV sites
  • Primitive sites
  • Group camp
  • Backcountry shelters
  • Cabins

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

  • Nathan Bedford Forrest Baseball Shelter
  • Nathan Bedford Forrest Eva Shelter
  • Nathan Bedford Forrest Group Lodge Dining Hall
  • Nathan Bedford Forrest Shelter 2
  • Nathan Bedford Forrest Volleyball Shelter
  • Nathan Bedford Shelter 1

Contact

Phone731-593-6445

Address1825 Pilot Knob Road, Eva, TN 38333

Upcoming events at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park

Event details and registration are on the Tennessee State Parks calendar.

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