Tennessee State Parks Host Day After Thanksgiving Hikes
November 22, 2016
Nashville, TN – Tennessee State Parks will offer free, guided hikes at all 56 of its parks on Friday, November 25th, the day after Thanksgiving. This is the third year for this event, and one in a series of five statewide ranger-led hikes throughout the year.
“Our public lands are here for all to enjoy and the After Thanksgiving Hikes are a perfect way to have fun with friends and family during the holiday,” said Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau. “Our parks offer something for everyone, so all ages and abilities are encouraged to join us for a peaceful stroll or a rugged trek.”
Enjoy an After Thanksgiving Hike at a Tennessee State Park
Experience Fall Colors at Land Between the Lakes
October 14, 2016
Land Between the Lakes, KY/TN – With more than 151,000 acres of primarily hardwood forest, Land Between the Lakes is the perfect place to enjoy autumn colors.
The public is encouraged to drive the public access roads, or hike, bike, ride on horseback or ATVs, on hundreds of miles of designated trails while enjoying the cooler days and changing seasons.
Fall Colors at Land Between The Lakes in October. (Brian Truskey)
LBL Fall Fest at Woodlands Nature Station November 7th
November 5, 2015
Land Between the Lakes, KY/TN – Woodlands Nature Station celebrates the arrival of autumn during Fall Fest Saturday, November 7th, from 10:00am-4:00pm.
Fall Fest features a variety of nature programs and activities including hayrides, live music, crafts, a seasonal hike, and appearances by Smokey Bear. Nature Station admission is $5.00 ages 13 and up, $3.00 ages 5-12, free for ages 4 and under.
Land Between The Lakes Woodlands Nature Station offers a close up look at many native wildlife species. (O’Neil Arnold, KY Toursim)
Experience Fall Color at LBL
September 28, 2015
Land Between the Lakes, KY/TN – With more than 151,000 acres of primarily hardwood forest, Land Between The Lakes is the perfect place to enjoy autumn colors. The public is encouraged to drive the public access roads or hike, bike, ride on horseback or ATVs on hundreds of miles of designated trails while enjoying the cooler days and changing seasons.
“Temperature, light, and water supply trigger the natural process that cause leaves to turn from green to the stunning display of colors seen during the fall,” says Yvonne Helton, Silviculturist at Land Between The Lakes.
Fall color near Cedar Pond in Land Between The Lakes. (Denise Schmittou)
20th Annual Nature Station Howl-O-Ween Trail Saturday, October 25th at LBL
October 20, 2014
Golden Pond, KY – Come out to Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area on Saturday, October 25th, 2014 for some kid friendly, non-scary, daytime fun at the 20th Annual Nature Station Howl-O-Ween Trail from 1:00pm until 4:30pm. Take a 1/4 mile guided woodland walk at the superhero-themed bash.
Admission is $5.00 for all ages and free for ages 4 and under.
Celebrate Father’s Day at a Tennessee State Park
June 11, 2014
Nashville, TN – Show dad your appreciation by taking him out for a delicious meal at one of Tennessee State Parks’ restaurants this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15th.
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 $14.95 to $17.95. Prices do not include drink, tax or gratuity.
Paris Landing Landing State Park. (Tennessee State Parks)
Junior Explorer Day and Spring Break Week at Land Between the Lakes Nature Station
April 3, 2012
Golden Pond, KY – Looking for something to do with the children over spring break? Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area offers a variety of exciting events for all ages during Junior Explorer Day on Saturday, April 7th and Spring Break Week April 8th-13th at Nature Station.
Spring is a great time to visit Woodlands Nature Station (NS), located in the north end of LBL. [Read more]
