Tennessee State Parks remain open and free of charge for outdoor recreation as the COVID-19 outbreak intensifies nationwide.
State park officials are continuing to monitor the impact of the coronavirus in Tennessee and believe that local parks are a useful destination to find solitude while improving mental and physical health, according to a news release.
“Many Tennesseans are going through a stressful time right now, and being outside can help relieve some of that stress and improve our overall well-being,” TDEC Deputy Commissioner Jim Bryson said in a statement.
There are 56 state parks in Tennessee that offer a variety of outdoor experiences. The Cumberland Trail features stunning trail segments and parks like Panther Creek provide beginner-friendly biking trails.
For individuals who are not invested in physical activity, paved trails at Radnor Lake and Long Hunter offer birdwatching and wildflower walks.