Cumberland Mountain State Park, Tennessee

Cumberland Mountain State Park is a state park located in Crossville, Tennessee, in the United States. Here is some information about the park, including entrance fees:

1. Park Activities: Cumberland Mountain State Park offers a range of recreational activities for visitors. These include hiking, fishing, boating, swimming, camping, picnicking, golfing, and wildlife viewing. The park features several trails, including the Cumberland Plateau Loop Trail and the Byrd Creek Trail, which provide opportunities for exploring the natural beauty of the area.

2. Facilities: The park offers various facilities to enhance visitors' experiences. These include picnic areas, playgrounds, pavilions, a restaurant, a visitor center, and a camp store. The park also has a swimming pool, tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course called the Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain.

3. Camping: Cumberland Mountain State Park provides options for camping. The park has more than 140 campsites, including RV sites with hookups and primitive tent sites. There are also six rustic cabins available for rent. Reservations for camping and cabins can be made through the Tennessee State Parks website or by contacting the park directly.

4. Entrance Fees: Tennessee State Parks typically charge a day-use entrance fee for visitors to access the park. The fee for most Tennessee State Parks, including Cumberland Mountain State Park, is $5 per vehicle. However, it's worth noting that fees and policies are subject to change, so it's advisable to check the official website of Cumberland Mountain State Park or the Tennessee State Parks website for the most up-to-date information on entrance fees and any discounts or annual passes that may be available.

This state park makes a very pleasant place to stop for a lunchtime picnic if you are travelling between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park - for example from Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge - and the Nashville area - for example to the northern terminus of the Natchez Trace Parkway.

The park has picnic tables and a pleasant pedestrian bridge over a lake.

 


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