Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park

Tennessee State Park

⚠️ Campgrounds, Baseball Field, and Volleyball Court Closed for Renovations

Due to structural renovations, the Happy Hollow and Lakefront Campgrounds, the baseball field, and the volleyball court are closed. We anticipate a reopening of all areas in early 2027. Please watch our alerts and our social media accounts for the most updated information. Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park office.

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GPS Information
To get the most direct route to our Park Office when using GPS, please use the park address - 1825 Pilot Knob Road Eva, TN 38333. If you use the park name, it sends you to the back gate which is the long route, depending on your starting point, and there is no cell phone reception.

Facility closures
The Happy Hollow Interpretive Trail is closed. The Nathan Bedford Forrest Happy Hollow Campground is closed.

🚧 Trail closures — check details

CampingYes

RV hookupsElectric & water

Cabins / lodgeYes

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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
🚿 Restrooms & 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

Hours

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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

Contact

Phone731-593-6445

Address1825 Pilot Knob Road, Eva, TN 38333

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