Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee Slated for September 10th-17th
August 30, 2011
22nd Annual Event to Loop through Beautiful Middle Tennessee;
Registration Deadline Extended to September 1st
Nashville, TN – With less than a month away, bicycle enthusiasts across the state are encouraged to register for the Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee, slated for September 10th-17th. In its 22nd year, this year’s seven-day ride will feature a loop through some of Middle Tennessee’s most stunning landscapes.
Originating at Montgomery Bell State Park, this year’s route will feature a combination of rolling hills, valleys and some flat terrain. Cyclists can expect to experience beautiful, rural Tennessee scenery and interesting back roads along the way, including the Natchez Trace Parkway and visits to several Tennessee State Parks such as Dunbar Cave. [Read more]
Tennessee State Parks announce Middle Tennessee Events starting June 17th
June 16, 2011
Tennessee - Leave the tie at home this Father’s Day (Sunday, June 19th)! Tennessee State Parks is the perfect setting to spend the day with dad – go for a hike, a swim or play a round of golf – these are just a few of the options available to you at one of our great 53 state parks.
We also wanted to remind you that Tennessee State Parks’ restaurants will be celebrating Father’s Day. There’s no better way to express your love and appreciation than to take dad out for a delicious buffet. Buffet selections and prices will vary, ranging from $11.50 to $14.95. Price does not include drink, tax or gratuity. Special prices for kids and seniors over 62 are available. Group reservations are recommended. [Read more]
State Park Restaurants Celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 19th
June 13, 2011
Treat Dad to a delicious buffet at one of eight Tennessee State Park Restaurants
Nashville, TN – There’s no better way to express your love and appreciation than to take dad out for a delicious meal, with a Tennessee State Park serving as the perfect backdrop on Father’s Day Sunday, June 19th.
Tennessee State Parks invite you to spend time with family and friends, celebrate dad’s big day and enjoy Tennessee’s natural wonders at one of eight state park restaurants serving a Father’s Day Buffet. Buffet selections and prices will vary, ranging from $11.50 to $14.95. Price does not include drink, tax or gratuity. Special prices for kids and seniors over 62 are available. Group reservations are recommended. [Read more]
Plan Now to Join the Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee, September 11th-17th
May 23, 2011
22nd Annual Event to Loop through Beautiful Middle Tennessee
Nashville, TN – Bicycle enthusiasts across the state are already gearing up for the annual Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee, which will kick off its 22nd year with a seven-day ride beginning September 11th and will feature a loop through some of Middle Tennessee’s most stunning landscapes.
Originating at Montgomery Bell State Park, this year’s route will feature a combination of rolling hills, valleys and some flat terrain. Cyclists can expect to experience beautiful, rural Tennessee scenery and interesting back roads along the way, including the Natchez Trace Parkway and visits to several Tennessee State Parks such as Dunbar Cave. [Read more]
Week-delayed 17th annual Governors Bass tourney set to cast off Sunday
May 19, 2011
Clarksville, TN – After a week’s delay, the 17th Annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament will cast off Sunday at Kentucky Lake, with boat launching from Paris Landing, Tenneesse, State Park.
The tourney originally scheduled for May 14th, was postponed as a result of extremely high waters and flooding resulting from recent rains.
For the first time in tourney history last year’s tourney was delay—two weeks—for similar water/rain-related reasons. The tourney still drew 269 boats.
Boats putting in at last year's APSU Governors Bass Tournament.
17th annual Governors Bass Tournament has been postponed until May 22nd
May 10, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The 17th Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament has been postponed until Sunday, May 22nd as a result of extremely high waters and flooding resulting from recent rains.
As a result, it means after the bass tourney successfully dodge storms and weather-related conditions for the first 15 years of its existence, the last two tournaments have been postponed. Last season’s torrential downpours and flooding caused that tourney to be postponed to Sunday, May 23rd. Last year’s tourney, despite the delay, still drew 269 boats.
Paris Landing Marina currently flooded from the high waters of Kentucky Lake.
Easter Weekend at Tennessee State Parks
April 22, 2011
Tennessee - Bunnies! Buffets! From east to west, Tennessee State Parks will be holding several fun, family-friendly events this Easter weekend. Especially designed for the little ones and an annual highlight are several Easter Egg Hunts, slated for Saturday, April 23rd, at Big Ridge, Fort Pillow, Natchez Trace, Pickwick Landing, Standing Stone and T.O. Fuller state parks. Cedars of Lebanon will host their Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 24th.
Visitors are encouraged to contact individual parks for times and details. For a complete schedule of events, please visit http://tn.gov/environment/parks/events/. [Read more]
17th annual Governors Bass Tourney just around the corner
March 22, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The 17th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just around the corner.
This year’s edition will be held Saturday, May 14th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney was postponed from May 8th to May 23rd, due to flood conditions that enveloped the area. Despite the two-week delay, the tourney still drew 269 boats.
Sam Lashlee and Jeff Davis won the 16th Governors Bass Tournament last year at Paris Landing State Park.
State Park Inns and Restaurants Offering Special Valentine’s Day Packages
February 8, 2011
Make Plans Now to Spend Valentine’s Day with Tennessee State Parks
Nashville, TN – There’s no sweeter way to spend St. Valentine’s Day than with a visit to one of Tennessee’s State Parks. All eight state park restaurants will be open Monday, February 14th, serving a special Valentine’s Day meal and special overnight packages also are available at Tennessee State Park’s six incredible inns.
If you just can’t wait to spend time with that special someone, the restaurants at Henry Horton State Park and Pickwick Landing will offer a Valentine’s Day dinner on Saturday, Feb. 12, along with the restaurant at David Crockett State Park on Sunday, February 13th. [Read more]
Celebrate the New Year at Tennessee State Parks
December 19, 2010
Nashville, TN – Make plans now to ring in 2011 with a number of special New Year’s Eve celebrations at Tennessee State Parks inns and restaurants, including dinner buffets, holiday room discounts, music and dancing!
New Year’s Eve dinner will be served December 31st at Cumberland Mountain, Fall Creek Falls, Henry Horton, Montgomery Bell, Paris Landing and Pickwick Landing state parks. This special dinner will include a variety of entrees, dessert and non-alcoholic sparkling beverages. Seating times and prices will vary by park, and reservations are encouraged.
Fall Creek Falls, Montgomery Bell, Paris Landing and Pickwick Landing also will be offering a New Year’s Day Brunch as an additional holiday dining option.
In addition, the park inns at Fall Creek Falls, Montgomery Bell, Paris Landing and Pickwick Landing are offering special room packages for the holiday. Details for individual park festivities across the state include: [Read more]
