Program & Events Calendar

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our Fall Color Cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color boat cruises!

Wigs, Wine, 'n' Wits

Tuesday at 6:00pm - Throw on your most fabulous wig, and come on out for a fun night of puzzles and laughs. Bring the whole crew!

Sprout Society

Tuesday 8:00am: Join us for our third meeting of Sprout Society!

Fall Color and Waterfowl Tour

Come out to see the fall colors and possible migrating waterfowl at Edgar Evins State Park and Center Hill Lake.

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Raptor Feeding

Wednesday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Reading with a Ranger: Urban Owls

Come visit Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park Staff at the Millersville Public Library to enjoy the story of The Urban Owls by Christian Cooper!

Fall Color and Waterfowl Cruise

Come explore Center Hill Lake to view fall colors and migrating waterfowl.

Crystal Falls Lantern Hike

Join Ranger Grant on this adventurous two-mile night hike to Crystal Falls.

Homeschool Day: Ages 5-12 Nature Journaling

Children of all ages need nature. Let your child explore nature through the interdisciplinary activity of nature journaling in this Homeschool Day!

Homeschool Thursdays- Eco Tower [1 PM]

Join us for our Homeschool Thursdays in the Nature Center!

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fireside Thursdays October 22nd: Shish kabobs

Fireside Thursdays!

Ghoul's Night

Ghoul's Night Out!

The Night Shift: The Park After Dark 2026

Join a ranger for a guided night hike to the Peg Leg Iron Mine. Learn about the history of the mine while looking and listening for nocturnal critters!

Autumn Colors at Stone Door

Guided 2-mile round trip hike to Stone Door Overlook.

Fall Rock Climbing Workshop at Fall Creek Falls

Great for beginners or experienced climbers wanting to learn new skills!

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Volunteer for Haunted Island!

Dare to volunteer....?

Ghost House Hike 7:30pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Ghost House Hike 8pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Ghost House Hike 9pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Ghost House Hike 8:30pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Fall Foliage Pontoon Cruise

Relax on cruise around Pickwick Lake!

Autumn Sunset Pontoon Cruise

Relax on cruise around Pickwick Lake!

Haunted Island Friday 6:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 6:10pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 6:20pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 6:30pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 6:40pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 6:50pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 7:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 7:10pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 7:20pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 7:30pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 7:40pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 7:50pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 8:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 8:10pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 8:20pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 8:30pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 8:40pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 8:50pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Friday 9:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Seven Islands Dinosaur Park!

Join Ranger Casey to discover the closest dinosaur relatives and the "living fossils" that call Seven Islands home!

Fall Colors Walk

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Michaels to explore the fall foliage on a short meander.

Fall Colors Hike

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Michaels for a hike to the park overlook! We will discuss the importance of the fall season while we admire the fall colors!

Pelican Fest Vendors 2026

Pelican Fest Vendors SIGN UP HERE

Pelican Art & Photo Contest 2026

SHOW OFF YOUR ART & PHOTOGRAPHY!! PEOPLE CHOICE!!

REELFOOT LAKE STATE PARK SILENT AUCTION 2026

ALL PROCEEDS TO GO THE PARK

10:00 AM Pelican Van Tour

Witness the fall migration of white pelicans at Reelfoot Lake on our 1-hour Pelican Van Tour!

2:00 PM Pelican Van Tour

Witness the fall migration of white pelicans at Reelfoot Lake on our 1-hour Pelican Van Tour!

Appalachian Stitches: Community Blanket Making

Learn to make your own granny square with seasonal interpretive ranger Cameron!

Birding by the Shore

Join seasonal interpretive ranger Cameron to find birds along the shores of Harrison Bay!

Campfire Banana Splits

Gather around the campfire and make a delicious banana split with bananas, chocolate, marshmallows, and sweet toppings!

Stonecipher Kelly Homeplace Tour

Join Ranger Aubrey for a tour of the Stonecipher Kelly Homeplace!

Sabine Hill Guided Tour

Enjoy a tour of the historic Taylor home built ca. 1818.

Clinch River Chess and Checkers Club

Join Ranger Ritsema in revitalizing a tradition at the old general store by playing chess and checkers!

Campfire Cobbler

Come try a Dutch oven campfire cobbler done the old fashioned way!

Arch Lake Evening Kayak Float 10/23/26

Join Ranger Hatton for an evening of paddling on the beautiful Arch Lake at Pickett State Park.

Homestead House Museum

Discover the history of the Crabtree House, an original Homestead house, while touring the historic home.

Birds of Prey

Join SIR Abby at the aviary behind the Visitor Center to learn all about our feathery friends who call the skies their home!

Learn to Churn!

Join SIR Abby at the CCC Museum Patio and shake it till you make it!

Night Hike by Lantern Light

Join SIR Abby at the Restaurant Parking Lot for a hike on Byrd Lake Trail at night!

Raptor Feeding

Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Fall Foliage Float

Come out and marvel at the views from Big Ridge Lake as the leaves change color this fall season.

Montgomery Bell 10.4 Mile Trail Hike

Hike the Overnight Trail at Montgomery Bell State Park through forested ridges, streams, and scenic overlooks.

Harvests and Haunts - Reserved Campsites Only

Come camp at Bledsoe Creek State Park and participate in our eighth annual decorating contest! This event is for those camping in the park.

Scarybook Trail 2026

Saturday 7:00 - 9:00 pm: Board our wagon shuttles to our Scarybook Trail Halloween hike with candy, s'mores, and spooky animal mysteries.

NOLI - Wilderness Navigation with Map & Compass - 2 Day Course

Join Scott Fisher and the Nolichucky Outdoor Learning Institute to develop lasting proficiencies in wilderness navigation.

NOLI- Dutch oven cooking

Join Noli Instructor Deb Briscoe to learn the secrets to creating great camp meals in a dutch oven

It's Only Superstition: The Mysterious World of Port Royal

Black cats and broken mirrors--it's all just superstition...or is it? Journey by lantern through Port Royal and decide for yourself...if you dare!

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

Overnight on the Fiery Gizzard

Join Ranger Hannah for an exciting overnight adventure on the Fiery Gizzard!

Hiking Adventure - Autumn on Firescald Knob

A STRENUOUS 6 mile rocky ridgetop hike in a remote corner of Greene County with clear views of the bright autumnal foliage.

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 11:00AM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Howloween Costume Contest and Parade

Saturday at 4:30 pm: Join us for some Halloween fun at the Paws Landing Dog Park!

Historic Cemetery Tour

Take a guided tour of historic Maddux Cemetery and explore stories from 19th century Harrison...if you dare!

Virgin Falls Shuttle

Want to plan a through hike of Virgin Falls but wondering how to get back to your vehicle? Try out our shuttle!

Murder in the Mountains

Hear stories of murder and mayhem from 19th century Harrison...if you dare!

Historic Dog Cove Hayride

Join Ranger Codi on a hayride through the historic homestead in Dog Cove.

Haunted Island Saturday 6:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 6:10pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 6:20pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 6:30pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 6:40pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 6:50pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 7:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 7:10pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 7:20pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 7:30pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 7:40pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 7:50pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 8:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 8:10pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 8:20pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 8:30pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 8:40pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 8:50pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Haunted Island Saturday 9:00pm

Join us for a short boat ride to Devil's Step Island where we will drop you off for a haunted hike around the island!

Fall Foliage Hike 2026

Join us for a fall colors hike at Rocky Fork!

Basket Weaving with Kudzu

Discover the art of basket weaving using one of the park's most persistent invasive plants!

Full Moon At Mound Bottom

Join Harpeth River Park Staff for a night hike to view the full moon at Mound Bottom State Archaeological Site.

Clinch River Quilting Bee

Come join in on Clinch River's first ever Quilting Bee!

Create a Corn Husk Doll!

Corn Husk Dolls Craft

Pelts on the Frontier

Pelts on the Frontier

Birdability Week: Accessible Birding Tour

Join park rangers for a leisurely birding tour along our ADA accessible trail.

Tennessee Mammals: Skulls, Scat & Tracks

Stop by the Bluebird Barn for a hands-on look at some of Tennessee’s fascinating wildlife.

Horton's Halloween Support

Sponsor Support for Horton's Halloween in the Campground 2026

Horton's Halloween in the Campground

Join us for Halloween in the Campground!

2026 Fall Festival

Join us for the 2026 Fall Festival from 1-5PM at the Pin Oak RV Campground!

Spooky Nature Trivia and Sunset S'mores

Join us for an evening of spooky-nature themed trivia and s’mores at Seven Islands State Birding Park!

Raptor Feeding

Saturday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Spooky Birds of Seven Islands: Owls, Vultures, and Crows!

Join us at the Bluebird Barn to separate fact from folklore as we explore the fascinating world of owls, vultures, and crows.

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday's)

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday 10am-1pm)

Historical Hayride (10:00 AM)

Hayride with the Rangers of Pinson

Coonskin Cap Class

Make a real coonskin cap with Ranger Joseph just like what David Crocket wore!

Night Hike

Take a Night Hike with a Park Ranger and learn about some local legends.

The Art of Fish Printing

Turn a fish into a work of art! Join a ranger to discover the traditional art of Gyotaku, or Japanese fish printing, a technique originally used by fishermen to

Genealogy Open House: Trace Your Revolutionary War Heritage!

October is Family History Month, and we're proud to partner with the Jonesborough Genealogical Society to help you trace your heritage!

Doe River Beginner's Fly-tying

Learn the art and science of fly-tying for beginners by the beautiful Doe River!

‘Ol Camp Widjiwagan Lantern Guided Hike with a Ranger

Join Ranger Williams for a lantern guided hike through the old Group Camp Widjiwagan Loop.

10:00 AM Pelican Van Tour

Witness the fall migration of white pelicans at Reelfoot Lake on our 1-hour Pelican Van Tour!

7:30 AM Pelican Photography Van Tour

Witness the fall migration of white pelicans at Reelfoot Lake on our 2-hour Photography Pelican Van Tour!

Candy Fundraiser by Friends of CMSP

Fundraiser for the 2026 Trunk-or-Treat Event

11th Annual Halloween in the Campground

This year marks our 11th Annual celebration, and we’re bringing you an exciting lineup of activities in the heart of the campground near the playground.

One night tent camping at Cummins Falls

BYOT - Bring your own tent

Pumpkin Candy Bucket Decorating

Come decorate your own pumpkin candy bucket before the Halloween in The Campground event that evening.

Fall Migratory Bird Viewing / TVA River Community Event

Fall Migratory Bird Series / TVA River Community Event

Corn Husk Dolls

Come learn the historic art of Corn Husk Doll making!

Dutch Oven Cooking

Good ol' campfire cast iron cooking!

York Farm Field Day

Join us for our annual Farm Field Day at the historic York Farm!

York Farm Field Day: Farm Tour 12 PM

Join our specially offered Farm Tours as part of our Annual Farm Field Day!

York Farm Field Day: Farm Tour 2 PM

Join our specially offered Farm Tours as part of our Annual Farm Field Day!

York Farm Field Day: Farm Tour 10AM

Join our specially offered Farm Tours as part of our Annual Farm Field Day!

Pontoon Tour

Join SIR Jaynie at the Boat Dock at 3:00 pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Gon online or call the visitors center at (423)-881-5298 to register!

Bewitched Hills: The Lore of Appalachian Superstitions

Last chance for 2026 to catch this program- you don't want to miss it!

Fall Color Kayak Tour 10/24

Join Ranger Rooker for a guided Fall Color Kayak tour of beautiful Cove Lake!

Fall Hike

Join Ranger Dylan for a peaceful morning hike down Turkey Call Trail to view the colors of Fall from the Observation Tower.

Sabine Hill Guided Tour

Enjoy a tour of the historic Taylor home built ca. 1818.

Harvest on the Hill

Join us for our annual fall celebration!

Miller Farmstead Autumn Celebration

Celebrate the end of the Farmstead season with park staff and local artisans as they demonstrate historic crafts and skills around the farm.

Fall Festival FPSHP 2026

Annual Fall Festival

Fall Foliage Window Cliffs Hike

Join SIR Taylor for a Window Cliffs Hike!

Beginner's Embroidery Class

Join us to learn some basic embroidery stitches to get you started on your embroidery journey.

Bird of Prey Feeding Time at the Aviaries

Bird of Prey Feeding Time

Bicycle Ride With a Ranger

Joins us for a scenic bike route to see The Boils.

Meet Pete!

Meet SIR Abby at the CCC Museum Patio to learn about Tennessee Snakes--and see one up close!

Bread and Butter Making

Join SIR Lexie in an exciting program at Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park where you will learn how to bake delicious bread and make butter to go with it! Lear

Trunk or Treat 2026

Trunk or Treat in the campground

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Are you interested in learning the art of fly-fishing?

Fall Bird Hike

Join Ranger Blayne at the visitor center to look and listen for birds.

Tails to Trails: volunteer shelter dog walking 10/25

Make a difference in a dog's life while enjoying the beauty of nature! Join us for a special event with Lawrence County - Lawrenceburg Animal Shelter.

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Autumn Afternoon Cruise to the Waterfall

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Stories and S'mores

Snack on s'mores and listen to American Folk stories!

Woodburning Crafts

Learn and make your own wood-burned craft with Ranger Jack!

Full Moon Float (Full Hunter Moon)

Come out and kayak under the night skies of the Beautiful Big Ridge State Park.

Dutch Oven Cobbler

Join us at Indian Mountain State Park for a Dutch Oven cooking program!

Full Moon Lantern Night Hike

Join Ranger Daulton as we hike through the night life on the park using nothing but oil lanterns.

Fly Fishing for Beginners

Treat yourself this autumn to learning the art of fly-fishing at Roan Mountain State Park!

Affricanna Town: A Landscape of Freedom at Dunbar Cave

Join Ranger Adam for a walking tour of Affricanna Town, the now vanished free village of the formerly enslaved near Dunbar Cave.

9:30 AM Pelican Van Tour

Witness the fall migration of white pelicans at Reelfoot Lake on our 1-hour Pelican Van Tour!

1:00 PM Pelican Van Tour

Witness the fall migration of white pelicans at Reelfoot Lake on our 1-hour Pelican Van Tour!

Appalachian Stitches: Community Blanket Making

Learn to make your own granny square with seasonal interpretive ranger Cameron!

Pumpkin Carving

Carve your very own Jack-O-Lantern!

Railroad Kayak Exploration

Railroad Kayak Exploration

Ranger Led Kayak Float

Join Ranger Roberts and Ranger Ritsema for a fall float down the charming Clinch River.

Historic Hike

Learn about the history of Mousetail!

Slither Into Nature: Snakes at Cummins Falls!

Meet the Snakes of Cummins Falls!

Fall Colors Art Float

Fall is here! Come join us on Lake Kelly and paint the colors of Autumn from the water.

Sunset Pontoon Tour (5:30 pm)

Meet SIR Jaynie at the Boat Dock at 5:30 pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the visitor center at (423)-881-5298 to register!

Sabine Hill Guided Tour

Enjoy a tour of the historic Taylor home built ca. 1818.

Old Time Music Jam

Celebrate the musical heritage of our region with an afternoon of Old Time music.

Herbal Medicine Foraging

Join Ranger Caden on Sunday 10/25 at 5pm at Pin Oak Shelter 1 for a class on herbal folk medicine.

Full Moon Kayak Float - Hunters Moon 2026

Join Ranger Aaron for a guided boat float under the glow of October's Hunter's Moon.

Beaded Buddies: Spooky Bats

Appalachian Test Kitchen: Coffee and Donuts

Join us as we test another recipe in the Appalachian Test Kitchen - 1850 donuts and coffee!

Snake Meet and Greet!

Snake Meet and Greet

It's Knot Time

Learn the essential knots every hiker and camper should know in this hands-on ranger-led program.

Basket-Weaving Basics

Weave got this! Join SIR Abby at the Homestead Tower to learn about this historical craft and to weave your very own craft to take home!

Can-do Fishing

Meet SIR Abby at the CCC Museum Patio as we walk down to the amphitheater for a crash course on fishing like you’ve never seen before!

Birds of Prey

Join SIR Abby at the aviary behind the Visitor Center to learn all about our feathery friends who call the skies their home!

Autumn BARK Ranger Hike

Is your dog ready to become an official B.A.R.K. Ranger? Join us for a 1.25-mile hike around the Bunkum Cave Loop trail and demonstrate the paw-ifications.

Guided Cabin Tour

Want to learn about the origins of a great Tennessean? Join us for a guided tour of the cabin where Cordell Hull, the Father of the U.N. was born.

Raptor Feeding

Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Morning Kayak Float

A relaxing morning kayak float on Pickwick Lake!

Just Roll With It

Join us for the part one of Zero Waste Day! We will be getting creative with paper towel rolls, giving you and assortment of crafts to choose from!

Plastic Bag Glow-Up

Upgrade your plastic grocery bags to give them a longer life!

Cantab Fishing Lures

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, REPURPOSE! Come get creative with a way to reuse soda can tabs to have a new function!

Full Moon Kayak Float - Hunters Moon

Join Ranger Aaron as we paddle along Kelly Lake under the glow of the Hunters Moon.

Full Moon Float (Full Hunters Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park during spooky season as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Full Moon Tandem Kayak Float

Join us as we view the full moon with a peaceful, guided kayak float!

Spooky Yarn Dolls

Make Your Own Yarn Doll!

Hunter Moon Night Hike at Window Cliffs State Natural Area

Join us for a night hike at Window Cliffs to see the full Hunter's Moon!

Fall Color and Waterfowl Cruise

Come explore Center Hill Lake to see fall colors and migrating waterfowl.

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

October Hunters Full Moon Hike 2026

Join us for a moderate hike up to White Oak Flats to observe the Full Moon.

Halloween Cookie Decorating

Tuesday at 6:00 pm - Get into the Halloween spirit and come decorate cookies with us! All ages welcome.

Camping 101

Join me at Bradley County Public Library for a discussion of camping basics through the tenants of Leave No Trace.

Raptor Feeding

Tuesday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Knot Tying

Don't get tied up tying your stuff down! Join Ranger Glover to learn a traditional skill that is still quite useful today!

East Tennessee Snakes

Join Ranger Glover to learn how to safely identify common East Tennessee Snakes

Bears at Pickett

Join Ranger Grant at the CCC Museum to learn about the bears at Pickett

CCC Museum Tour

Learn about the park's history and impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Making Do: The CCC, Depression-Era Resourcefulness, and Zero Waste

Learn about the park's history and impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Join Ranger Blayne for the annual Day After Thanksgiving Hike!

TN Zero Waste Day: Corn Husk Dolls

Come out to hear the history behind corn husk dolls, and try your hand at making your own!

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Eastern Screech Owl House 10/28

Join Ranger Cross to build your own Eastern Screech Owl House!

CCC Museum Tour

Learn about the park's history and impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Scary Stories at Fort Watauga

Join local storytellers for an evening of spooky tales held inside the walls of Fort Watauga.

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fireside Thursdays October 29th: Blackberry cobbler & ice cream

Fireside Thursdays!

Pumpkin Candle Making

Join park staff in the Nature Center to make your very own pumpkin candle!

Fall Hike

Join Ranger Loveless for a guided “Summer to Fall Hike” celebrating the beauty of the season.

Ghouls & Gourds Night Hike

Explore the park after dark on a guided Ghouls & Gourds Night Hike! Discover nocturnal wildlife and test your nighttime senses. Registration required.

Butter Making!

Join us for a hands-on experience as we take you through the traditional process of butter making!

Fall Leaf Imprinting Hike 10/29/26

Join Ranger Ashlyn to look at the fall leaves and learn some tree id's!

Fall Color and Waterfowl Cruise

Come explore Center Hill Lake to see fall colors and migrating waterfowl.

Birds of Prey Feeding

Visit with our birds of prey while they have their dinner.

Backpacking Meals- Desserts

Join Ranger Holland as we learn how to prepare a few simple backpacking desserts.

Women's Camp 2026

Friday - Sunday: Learn and explore at PWLSP!

Mourning at Maddux Cemetery

Follow your lantern guide into historic Maddux Cemetery to explore traditions of death and mourning from the 19th century...if you dare!

Sunset Birding Pontoon Cruise

Relax on an evening birding cruise around Pickwick Lake!

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Foliage Pontoon Cruise

Relax on cruise around Pickwick Lake!

Mourning at Maddux Cemetery

Follow your lantern guide into historic Maddux Cemetery to explore traditions of death and mourning from the 19th century...if you dare!

Ghost House Hike 7:30pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Ghost House Hike 8pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Ghost House Hike 8:30pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Ghost House Hike 9pm

Come hear the true ghost stories of Big Ridge State Park!

Halloween Hayride - 4:00pm

Join us as we hop aboard a tractor-pulled wagon for a ride through the park!

Halloween Hayride - 4:45pm

Join us as we hop aboard a tractor-pulled wagon for a ride through the park!

Halloween Hayride - 5:30pm (SOLD OUT)

Join us as we hop aboard a tractor-pulled wagon for a ride through the park!

Halloween Hayride - 6:15pm (SOLD OUT)

Join us as we hop aboard a tractor-pulled wagon for a ride through the park!

Stories and S'mores

Have some s'mores and hear stories of American Folk Lore!

Fall Colors Hike

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Michaels for a hike to the park overlook! We will discuss the importance of fall while we admire the fall colors!

Storytelling & S'mores

Join Tennessee State Park Rangers for an evening of storytelling at Cherokee Trail of Tears State Park!

Cryptid Folklore Lantern Guided Hike with a Ranger

In the spirit of Halloween, join Ranger Williams for our first ever cryptid folklore lantern guided hike through the old Group Camp Widjiwagan Loop.

Mesa Top Fall Colors

Come enjoy the crisp fall air, beautiful scenery, and changing colors of the Cumberland Plateau with Ranger Ashlyn!

Food Web Fun

Come learn about food webs and how every animal involved plays an important role.

Fall Color and Waterfowl Cruise

Come explore Center Hill Lake to view fall colors and migrating waterfowl.

Pumpkin Painting

Let's paint the patch!

River Gem Wetland Trail Night Hike

Experience the new River Gem Wetland Trail for the first time at night!

Spooky Johnsonville Lantern Tour

Enjoy a lantern led tour of the darker stories of Johnsonville's past.

Haunted Halloween Float

Join Ranger Ritsema and Roberts on an evening float filled with spooky stories!

Haunted Halloween Float

Join Ranger Ritsema and Roberts on an evening float filled with spooky stories!

Stone Door Sunset

Join Ranger Todd on an Autumn Sunset Hike to the Stone Door.

Mammals of Tennessee

Join Ranger Sam on the beside the camp store to learn about the mammals of Tennessee!

Recycled Planters

Happy Zero Waste Day! Celebrate Zero Waste Day by joining Ranger Price for a creative reuse craft.

Night Hike 10/30

Join Ranger Mayfield for a night hike!

Creepy Creatures Night Hike

Join Ranger Casey the night before Halloween to learn all about the secret lives of some spooky nocturnal creatures!

Campfire and S'mores

Join Park Ranger Luke for beginner fire making! Once we make the fire, we will celebrate with s'mores!

Pinecone Firestarters

Join SIR Abby at the CCC Museum Patio to learn how to make pinecone fire starters!

Birds of Prey

Join SIR Abby at the aviary behind the Visitor Center to learn all about our feathery friends who call the skies their home!

S'mores & Stories by the Campfire

Meet SIR Abby at the boat dock parking lot to walk to the communal campfire ring and enjoy a night of stories and S'mores! ***Registration is required***

Birds of Prey Feeding

Visit with our birds of prey while they have their dinner.

Halloween Night Hike

Let's go for a hike on Halloween night!

Wild Foods Day

Field trips identifying edible wild plants and workshops on preparing wild meats and breads are just a few of the activities.

Fall Foliage Hike to Three Forks Lake

Guided Hike to Three Forks Lake

2026 Halloween in the Campgrounds additional tickets

Join us for our annual "Chills and Thrills" in the Campground at Cedars of Lebanon 2026. We plan to have a "ghostly" time!

NOLI - Introduction to Plant Identification with Botanist Steve Price

Join NOLI Instructor and Botanist Steven Price to embark on an exciting journey through the enchanting world of plant identification.

Tomahawk Toss

Learn to throw a tomahawk!. Join Ranger Holland as we have fun learning a popular frontier pastime.

Animal Ambassador of the Month - October 2026

Our animal ambassadors provide education to thousands of people every year. Please consider donating to their care to them to show your support!

Spooky Shoot: Halloween Archery Games

Play some Halloween archery games and take-home spooky prizes.

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

Fall Color Cruise 12:30PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 11:00AM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Fall Color Cruise 2:00PM

Time for our fall color cruises!

Werewolf Springs Lantern Hike

Discover the legend of Werewolf Springs by light of a lantern

Historic Cemetery Tour

Take a guided tour of historic Maddux Cemetery and explore stories from 19th century Harrison...if you dare!

Virgin Falls Shuttle

Want to plan a through hike of Virgin Falls but wondering how to get back to your vehicle? Try out our shuttle!

Sunrise Coffee at the Cascades

Start your morning with a peaceful retreat into nature at Burgess Falls State Park!

Watercolor Leaves

Join Ellie in the Nature Center, find a leaf, trace it, cut it out, and then paint it!

Dog Cove Historic Hayride

History Hayride through Dog Cove

Trunk-R-Treat Event - Register here to help hand out candy

Help us hand out candy for all the treaters!

Trunk-R-Treat Event - Register here if you plan to attend the fun

Calling all Treaters!!!!!

True Horrors of the 18th Century - Lantern Hike (SOLD OUT)

Traverse along the park's dark trails by lantern light as we discuss the true horrors of the 18th century.

Halloween Float on the Ocoee

Dress Up in your Halloween Costume and get on the river. We will paddle from Big Creek. So bring your SUP, kayak, or Spud

Pumpkin Stewardship

Join Park Interpreter Michaela to discover eco-friendly ways to dispose of your Halloween pumpkins, then decorate a fall sugar cookie!

Halloween at the Park - Jack-O-Lantern Wood Round

Celebrate Halloween at the park with some family friendly spooky activities!

Halloween at the Park - Dissect an Owl Pellet

Come Celebrate Halloween at the park with some family friendly spooky fun!

Halloween at the Park - Paper Plate Snake

Come enjoy Halloween at the park with some family friendly spooky fun!

Cold Creek Fall Foliage Float 10/31/26 FPSHP

Cold Creek Fall Foliage Float

Bat Hike

Join the ranger to learn about the different bats at Rock Island State Park and go for a short night hike!

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday's)

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday 10am-1pm)

Historical Hayride (10:00 AM)

Hayride with the Rangers of Pinson

Historical Hayride (3:00 PM)

Hayride with the Rangers of Pinson

Halloween Pontoon Tour

Join Ranger Jeremy for a Halloween pontoon ride on Pin Oak Lake at 10 AM.

Death and Disease Park Tour

Come visit Bicentennial Capitol Mall Park staff on an evening park tour to talk about some of the darker sides of Tennessee's history!

Watercolor Wonder

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Michaels to explore Cherokee Trail of Tears through art!

Fall Colors Hike

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Michaels for a hike to the park overlook! We will discuss the importance of the fall season while we admire the fall colors!

Spooky Crafts

Join a ranger for a spooky nature-inspired craft and create something fun to take home. All craft materials are provided.

Plant Your Poison

Celebrate spooky season by discovering the fascinating ways plants and animals defend themselves from predators and other threats.

The Bell Witch: Exploring the Legend

The story of the Bell Witch has captured our imaginations for over 200 years. It is Tennessee's most famous ghost story.

Halloween Night Hike

Join Ranger Colton on a Halloween Night Hike of the 0.5-Mile Fern Loop Trail!

Leaf Creatures Craft

Turn some fall leaves into Halloween creatures!

Fall Hay Ride 3PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Fall Hay Ride 4PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Hatchett Throwing

Learn the history of and throwing techniques of the tomahawk.

Leave No Trace Hike

Let's hike and learn why we should recycle and leave no trace on our trails.

2026 Halloween in the Campgrounds

Join us for our annual "Chills and Thrills" in the Campground at Cedars of Lebanon 2026. We plan to have a "ghostly" time!

Cryptids and Campfires

Join Ranger Aubrey to get into the spooky season spirit by learning about cryptids and the darker history of Frozen Head!

Hoots & Hisses

Come learn about Montgomery Bell's animal ambassadors!

Savage Gulf Day Loop Hike

Halloween hike around the Day Loop.

Once Upon a Campfire: Tales, Tricks and Treats!

Join a Park Ranger on Halloween for a campfire, tales, tricks, and treats for the whole family

[1:30 PM] Paper Birds Craft

Join SIR Jewell at the Nature Center next to the Visitor Center to make your very own paper bird!

Backyard Bats

Happy Halloween and Zero Waste Day! Learn more about local bat species with this fun craft.

Bird of Prey Feeding Time

Bird of Prey Feeding Time

Ghouls in the Woods Costume Hike

Grab your Halloween costume and join a ranger for a short hike to Laurel Gulf Overlook.

Halloween Birds of Prey Hike!

Hike with Ranger Casey and learn about the birds of prey that live at Seven Islands State Park to kick start your Halloween!

Creatures of Halloween Drop-in Programs!

Drop by the park on Halloween to learn all about a variety of our scariest animals in Tennessee through hands-on activities!

Fire Starting

Learn fire starting and fire building techniques that span ages and cultures.

Paint A Pumpkin!

Join the Rangers of Pinson Mounds as we learn about the uses of pumpkins in Indigenous cultures! We will be Painting Pumpkins afterwards! ($5)

Halloween Hazard Cave Lantern Hike

Join Ranger Grant for a lantern lit hike to Hazard Cave after sunset.

Meet Pete!

Meet SIR Abby at the CCC Museum Patio to learn about Tennessee Snakes--and see one up close!

Homestead House Museum

Discover the history of the Crabtree House, an original Homestead house, while touring the historic home.

Birds of Prey

Join SIR Abby at the aviary behind the Visitor Center to learn all about our feathery friends who call the skies their home!

Pumpkin Painting

Get in the fall spirit and paint a pumpkin with us!

Paint a Pumpkin!

Join SIR Taylor to paint a pumpkin!

Prepare for candy!

Plan on trick-or-treating tonight? Come practice some healthy habits with Ranger Jacob!

[11:00AM] Spooky Owl Encounter

Join SIR Joah and meet me of Reelfoot Lake’s Ambassador Owls!

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

2026 Full Moon Fitness- November

Once a month join a Ranger led fitness event around the night of a Full Moon. Events will range from night hikes to night river floats. Event, Time, Date TBD

Fall Hay Ride 3PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Fall Hay Ride 4PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Create Your Own Colonial Pocket

Learn to sew your own colonial pocket! Join us Nov. 1st, 1–4 p.m. Ages 12+, $5 per person. Hand sewing or machine sewing; supplies provided.

Fall Foliage Activity: Leaf Rubbing

Join SIR Lexie on a fall colors walk where we will collect fallen leaves and use them to do a craft.

Guided Cabin Tour

Want to learn about the origins of a great Tennessean? Join us for a guided tour of the cabin where Cordell Hull, the Father of the U.N. was born.

Homeschool Days

Explore Fort Loudoun through a homeschool - focused program featuring the museum, fort tour, soldier life, uniforms, and a musketry demonstration.

Flannel & Foliage Bingo

Tuesday at 6:00 pm - Break out the flannel and fall flair, and come on out for Bingo night at the lodge!

Homeschool Day- Wild Tennessee

Interactive wildlife day for homeschool students.

Homeschool Day: Early Life in Tennessee

Learn about Indigenous and early settler life in Tennessee

Fireside Thursdays November 5th: Dutch oven pizza

Fireside Thursdays!

Birding With a Biologist

Join the park’s Avian Biologist for a special guided birding walk!

Beginner NASP Archery Class

Learn NASP style archery so that you can take your archery skills to competition.

Donations For Raptor Program (Birds of Prey)

Help Montgomery Bell State Park State Park feed, house, and improve our educational birds of prey program.

King's Birthday Garrison

Garrison Weekend is a free, family-friendly, living history event that features the daily lives of the men, women and children of Fort Loudoun.

Natural History and Archaeology of Pogue Creek Canyon State Natural Ar

Six-mile hike to enjoy fall foliage and rock formations of the Cumberland Plateau.

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

Virgin Falls Shuttle

Want to plan a through hike of Virgin Falls but wondering how to get back to your vehicle? Try out our shuttle!

Campout With Rangers and Living History Presenters FPSHP 2026

Campout with Rangers and Living History Presenters

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday's)

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday 10am-1pm)

Planting for Pollinators - Nov 7th

Get your hands dirty and help our pollinator garden grow! Join a ranger to discover why pollinators are so important and what they need to thrive!

Women's Fall Backpacking Workshop

Gear up for our fall backpacking workshop!

Fall Hay Ride 3PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Fall Hay Ride 4PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Battle of Johnsonville 162nd Anniversary Event

Cannon will ring out along the Tennessee River to commemorate the 161st anniversary of the Civil War Battle of Johnsonville.

Carillon Concert

The Carillons are back up and chiming!

Bird of Prey Feeding Time at the Aviaries

Bird of Prey Feeding Time

Park Tour - Carillon Concert

Join us for an abbreviated park tour before the grand re-opening of our Carillons!

Astronomy Under The Stars (5:00PM)

Enjoy guided viewing of the night sky and get a special glimpse of the night sky with special viewing opportunities through various telescopes.

Woodpeckers of Seven Islands Talk and Walk

Join Ranger Clare for a presentation and hike and learn about the seven woodpecker species of Seven Islands!

Tennessee Trees: Identification, Folklore, and Uses

Every tree has a story to tell. Join Ranger Clare on a hike to get to know your local trees.

Beginner's Hand Sewn Quilt Block

Join SIR Lexie on a fun and informative program where you can learn how to hand sew your own quilt block.

Fall Foliage Hike

Join us for a 1.25 mile guided hike to explore some historical and natural parts of Bunkum Cave Loop trail and enjoy the fall weather!

Hidden Falls Hike November 2026

Join us for a guided hike to a secret waterfall deep in the hollers of Rocky Fork.

New Property Tour

Join a ranger led hike to learn more about the future plans for the old riverside raceway. (Check program description for meeting location)

Race Track Property Invasive Clean-Up

Join us to pull invasives and help clean-up the new property by Newsom's Mill! (Check program description for meeting location)

King's Birthday Garrison

Garrison Weekend is a free, family-friendly, living history event that features the daily lives of the men, women and children of Fort Loudoun.

Sunset Float

Come join us for an evening of kayaking on Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir

Guided Boat Tour of Chickamauga Lake

Explore the rich history of our region and its native wildlife through a Free boat tour on Chickamauga Lake!

Fall Hay Ride 3PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Fall Hay Ride 4PM

Get cozy and see the park from a unique perspective!

Intro to Rock Climbing

Join park staff for an introduction to the exciting sport of outdoor climbing at Foster Falls.

Bird Banding at Seven Islands

Experience bird research up close during our Bird Banding Program!

Fall Themed Granny Square

Crochet a fall themed granny square with SIR Lexie!

Butter-Making Demonstration

Join us and learn how to make butter!

Dark Skies Hike

Celebrate the night with a special Dark Skies Hike under the new moon!

Signs in the Stars Guided Night Hike

Learn how ancient astronomers shaped our understanding of the universe and ourselves during a guided New Moon hike!

Raptor Feeding

Wednesday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Environmental Review Tool (ERT) for Env. Consultants

Environmental consultants will receive an introduction to the Environmental Review Tool (ERT).

Fireside Thursdays November 12th: Oreo cookie skillet

Fireside Thursdays!

Medicinal Trees Hike

Learn about how our native trees were historically used!

Raptor Feeding

Thursday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Homeschool Birding Program: Bird Survival

Join Ranger Clare to learn more about how birds survive the dangers of living in the wild.

NOLS Wilderness First Aid & CPR

3-Day Wilderness First Aid class presented by NOLS and Landmark Learning

Homeschool Days: All About Red Clay

Join park staff for an educational tour of the Red Clay Council Grounds and a traditional Cherokee weapons demonstration!

Astronomy night under the Stars [5:00 PM]

Join us for an astronomy night under the stars event with a special guest speaker. We're going to stay up viewing the night sky and enjoy the stars.

Campfire Fridays: Cobbler Edition

Come join park staff to learn the skill of campfire cooking and try a delicious treat around a fire!

Pickwick Dam Triathlon

Saturday at 8:00 am: Be part of the first annual Pickwick Dam Triathlon!

Colonial Harvest Celebration Day 1

Join the festivities at Fort Watauga as we gather to celebrate a bountiful harvest.

Virgin Falls Shuttle

Want to plan a through hike of Virgin Falls but wondering how to get back to your vehicle? Try out our shuttle!

Volunteer at the Dam Tri

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Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday's)

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday 10am-1pm)

Planting for Pollinators - Nov 14

Get your hands dirty and help our pollinator garden grow! Join a ranger to discover why pollinators are so important and what they need to thrive!

Fall Migratory Bird Viewing / TVA River Community Event

Winter Migratory Bird Series/ TVA RIver Community Event

Cherokee Cornhusk Dolls

Learn how to make corn husk dolls with Ranger Taylor!

Tour of Red Clay State Historic Park

Join Ranger Taylor for a guided walking tour along our paved interpretive trail of the historic Red Clay Council Grounds!

Birding Basics

Are you new to birding and need some help with how to identify birds? Join us for a hike to learn the basics of birding.

Beginner's Embroidery Class

Join us to learn some basic embroidery stitches to get you started on your embroidery journey.

Guided Cabin Tour

Want to learn about the origins of a great Tennessean? Join us for a guided tour of the cabin where Cordell Hull, the Father of the U.N. was born.

Colonial Harvest Celebration Day 2

Join the festivities at Fort Watauga as we gather to celebrate a bountiful harvest.

Bledsoe's Birds

Learn about the birds that call Bledsoe Creek State Park home!

Pelt Petting Zoo

Have you ever wanted to pet the wildlife? Join Ranger James to pet some pelts and learn about the some of the native mammals found around the Ocoee River!

America Recycles Day: Ecobricks

Plastic pollution is a big problem. On America Recycles Day, let’s rethink waste by turning "trash" into useful creations!

Raptor Feeding

Wednesday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Homeschool Days: If Teeth Could Talk

Enjoy a hands-on exploration of native mammal skulls!

Homeschool Thursdays- Fall Colors: Why Leaves Change [11 AM]

Join us for our Homeschool Thursdays in the Nature Center!

Homeschool Thursdays (11/19): Art in Nature Session B

take an art lesson from nature and explore how artist draw inspiration from the world around them.

Homeschool Thursdays (11/19): Art in Nature Session A

take an art lesson from nature and explore how artist draw inspiration from the world around them.

Intro to Map & Compass

Go "old school" with your land navigation skills! Learn to use these classic outdoor tools to find your way across the landscape.

Homeschool Day- Wild Tennessee

Interactive wildlife day for homeschool students.

Homeschool Day: Early Life in Tennessee

Learn about Indigenous and early settler life in Tennessee

Fireside Thursdays November 19th: Dutch Oven chicken and dumplings

Fireside Thursdays!

7-Mile Loop Hike

7-Mile Loop Hike on Big Creek Rim Trail

Field Trip Fridays: Eco-Tower Challenge

Looking to add to your homeschool curriculum? Learn diverse topics from our Ranger-led programs!

Owl Prowl and Live Owl Presentation!

Discover the fascinating world of owls with a presentation and ranger-led hike!

Know Your Heritage: Genealogy Workshop with Ancestor Packet

Looking to fill in the gaps on your family tree? Sign up for our workshop and a pre-researched packet on the ancestor of your choosing!

Know Your Heritage: Genealogy Workshop Attendee

Looking for where to begin on your family's history? Join us as a workshop attendee, and learn how to utilize resources in your search!

Beginner Archery for All

Learn the basics of shooting archery from the very beginning and for all levels.

Virgin Falls Shuttle

Want to plan a through hike of Virgin Falls but wondering how to get back to your vehicle? Try out our shuttle!

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday's)

Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center Open House (Saturday 10am-1pm)

Planting for Pollinators - Nov 21

Get your hands dirty and help our pollinator garden grow! Join a ranger to discover why pollinators are so important and what they need to thrive!

Dam 5 Miler

Join us for the Dam 5 Miler - your hilliest race of the year!

Raptor Feeding

Saturday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Seven Islands Natural and Cultural History Hike

Join Ranger Clare to learn about the natural and cultural history at Seven Islands State Birding Park.

Tails to Trails: volunteer shelter dog walking 11/22

Make a difference in a dog's life while enjoying the beauty of nature! Join us for a special event with Lawrence County - Lawrenceburg Animal Shelter.

Bird Banding at Seven Islands

Experience bird research up close during our Bird Banding Program!

Birds of Prey Hike

Hike with Ranger Clare and learn about the birds of prey that live at Seven Islands State Park.

Rhododendron Trail Hike

Join Park Ranger James Horne for 3-mile hike on the Rhododendron Trail.

Full Beaver Moon Hike [8 PM]

Where the night glows, adventure follows. Join us as we enjoy the night under moonlight.

November Full Moon Hike

Join Ranger Clare for a guided night hike under the light of the full moon!

November Frost Moon Hike

Join us for a moderate hike up to White Oak Flats to observe the Full Moon.

Cherokee Stories with Tito the Rabbit

Join Ranger Taylor to hear traditional Cherokee rabbit stories with Tito the Rabbit!

Cultural Connections Hike

Hike along the Blue Hole Trail (0.20 mi), and learn about Cherokee cultural connections to the land!

Raptor Feeding

Wednesday at 1:00pm: Meet at the aviaries to learn about our resident raptor ambassadors as they are fed their meal.

Thanksgiving at Fall Creek Falls

Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Day Feast at the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls

Birds of Prey Feeding

Visit with our birds of prey while they have their dinner.

Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Homestead Loop Hike

Day After Thanksgiving Day Hike 2026

Hit the trail for our Day After Thanksgiving Hike at Rock Island State Park for a moderately strenuous 1.6-mile hike to work off those calories!

After Thanksgiving Day History Hike

Swap the shopping lines for the woods and discover the enduring legacy of the CCC who built the heart of the Fiery Gizzard!

After Thanksgiving Day Hike

Come join us for our signature After Thanksgiving Day Hike!

Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Join Ranger Staff for our annual Day After Thanksgiving Hike. We will be hiking ~1.5 miles along Jordan and Cabin Spurs.

Archery Games and Open Practice

Play various archery games and test your skills as an archer.

After Thanksgiving Day Hike

Join North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park for our Day After Thanksgiving hike!

After Thanksgiving Hike

Celebrate Thanksgiving with our 2.5-mile Hike!

Gobble Wobble Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Join us for our annual Gobble Wobble Day After Thanksgiving Hike!

Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026

Come enjoy our annual after Thanksgiving Hike! This year we will be hiking the Old Copper Road Trail.

After Thanksgiving Day Hike T.O. Fuller 2026

Skip the stores—Get outdoors for the TSP annual Ranger-led After Thanksgiving Day Hike!

Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026 FPSHP

Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026

Day After Thanksgiving Hike

A Tennessee State Parks tradition returns!

Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026

Join us at Indian Mountain State Park for our annual Day After Thanksgiving Hike!

Booker T. Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Join us after thanksgiving for a fun family hike at Booker T. Registration required.

Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026!

Join us for our Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026!

Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Skip the stores and get outdoors with a guided walk through the history rich grounds of Sycamore Shoals!

Day After Thanksgiving Hike

After a day around the table, spend Black Friday around the trail!

Follow Their Footsteps: Day After Thanksgiving Hike

Experience our "Follow Their Footsteps" program that looks at Cherokee Removal during the Trail of Tears and the events leading up to it.

Rocky Fork Turkey Burner Day After Thanksgiving Hike 2026

Trade Black Friday crowds for fresh air.

Day After Thanksgiving Hike!

After Thanksgiving Hike

A very merry 1930s Christmas with Santa Claus at the Sadie Ford Farm

Santa, Sweets, and Seasonal Fun – 1930s Style! Come make Merry Memories at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm with Santa.

Virgin Falls Shuttle

Want to plan a through hike of Virgin Falls but wondering how to get back to your vehicle? Try out our shuttle!

Planting for Pollinators - Nov 28

Get your hands dirty and help our pollinator garden grow! Join a ranger to discover why pollinators are so important and what they need to thrive!

Wood Cookie Ornaments

Celebrate the holiday season by painting a wood slice ornament with Ranger Taylor!

Creative Connections: Watercolor Cards

Learn about Anna Gambold and how she taught the Cherokee the art of watercolor, then paint your own card!

Sunset, Cider, and Cocoa Hike

Join Ranger Stephanie for a hike down Kelly Lane Greenway to watch the sunset and sip cider and cocoa!

Invasive Species Removal Volunteer Workday

Join park staff in the battle against invasive plant species at Seven Islands!

Birding With a Biologist

Join the park’s Avian Biologist for a special guided birding walk!

Fall Hiking Challenge 2026

Enjoy the trails, fall colors, and a chance to win prizes starting October 1st through November 30th during our Annual Self-Guided Fall Hiking Challenge!

Animal Ambassador of the Month - November 2026

Our animal ambassadors provide education to thousands of people every year. Please consider donating to their care to them to show your support!