David Crockett State Park
RV Guide

David Crockett State Park offers guests a paved bike path to use to explore the beauty of the Tennessee woods. The bike trail passes through a shady area covered with oak and pine trees. Although the park doesn’t offer a strenuous bike ride, biking the park's paved trail is a great way to get from point A to point B without having to move the campervan from the campsite. The trail is a short three miles in length and is perfect for the whole family. Those looking to take advantage of this mode of transportation will need to bring their own bikes along with them in the Class B as the park does not offer rentals.

The David Crockett State Park Museum is a great first stop on your RV vacation to learn about the park's history. The museum is open from Memorial Day until early August and is free of charge to all park visitors. The museum is small but is packed with information about David Crockett's life. The museum gives visitors an overview of Native American history, displays Cherokee art, and tells stories of the people who helped support David Crockett during his time in the area.

Those visiting during the hot summer months will appreciate the number of swimming opportunities available at David Crockett State Park. The lovely wooded park offers guests both swimming and wading opportunities and touts both a lake and an Olympic sized pool. The pool area provides ample ways to relax with lounge chairs for sunbathing, a bathhouse with showers and toilets, and a snack bar. The pool is open from Memorial Day through the second weekend in August with the exception of Mondays and Tuesdays. Lifeguards are on duty during open hours. Guests will also find a tranquil spot near Crockett Falls appropriate for wading in the warm summer months.

David Crockett State Park’s 40-acre lovely Lake Lindsey is an exceptional place to relax and catch fish. The lake is home to bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish. Anglers will find length and creel limits posted. If you're in need of bait, or an up to date Tenessee fishing license, venders near the park sell both. There is a boat dock on the southwest bank of the lake where boats can be rented if you didn't tow your own behind the campervan, and rowboats may be rented at the park office when the dock isn’t in operation. Other watercraft available for rent include paddleboards, canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats. Boats can be rented by the hour, day, or week as needed.

Avid birdwatchers flock to David Crockett State Park for their chance to see over 100 species of birds that have been spotted here. The spring and fall are especially great times to visit to spot both native and migratory birds in the pine-oak-hickory forest that makes up much of the park. The northern section of the Trail of Tears is as popular amongst birders as it is amongst history buffs. On this section of the trail, birders can hope to see a red-headed woodpecker, red-eyed vireo, Kentucky warbler, scarlet tanager, and various other woodland birds. The amount of water in the park makes for some great bird watching as well. The boat dock and dam area on Lake Lindsey offer scenic views along with the opportunity to spot some local waterfowl including Canada geese, mallard, great blue and green herons, and belted kingfisher. One thing is sure; you won't want to forget the binoculars in the Sprinter as you wander the park.

Hikers of all ages have the opportunity to bask in the natural beauty of southern Tennessee at David Crockett State Park. Ten miles of natural and paved trails vary in difficulty and scenery, making it easy to find a path you'll enjoy. The Trail of Tears is the most popular and traveled trail in the park due to its well-known history. This easy trail is the longest in the park, stretching 2.5 miles along a natural surface. Those looking for a more intense hike should check out Shoal Creek Trail and the Overlook Trail. Both are under two miles but can be extended with a number of connector trails that vary in distance and direction.

David Crockett State Park provides endless opportunities for guests to revel in the beauty of the Tennessee woodland. During the fall, when the leaves change from green to shades of red, yellow, and gold, the park transforms into an image straight off of a postcard. The creeks that wind throughout the park provide a grazing space for resident animals like deer and other native species, and people walking the trails or fishing might be lucky enough to spot some of the creatures. Bring your camera with you on your walks or time outside because you never know what might cross your path, and you won't want to miss an opportunity to capture the moment.

If you find yourself at David Crockett State Park for an off-season sojourn, you won't be stuck in the motorhome twiddling your thumbs. The park offers several events and festivals throughout the fall and autumn to keep you and the family busy. Spend Halloween at the park and partake in the Halloween History Trail, where kids can trick or treat along the jack-o-lantern lit trail and learn about the park's history. In November, the park hosts an annual Thanksgiving feast at the Crockett's Mill Restaurant and a day after Thanksgiving hike. One of the park's campgrounds stays open all year, making it easy to join in the festivities with camp set up nearby.