August 4, 2023 |
Experience the natural beauty of fall in style with the lodges at Tennessee State Parks. Our lodges provide comfortable guest rooms and on-site restaurants, all surrounded by some of the most breathtaking outdoor experiences in the state.
Lodge at Paris Landing
Location: Buchanan, TN
Nearest Cities: Clarksville (55 min.)
Amenities: Private balconies, on-site restaurant and lounge, and free wifi.
Paris Landing State Park, situated on the widest part of Kentucky Lake, is a haven for those who love lake activities such as phenomenal bass fishing and boating. The lodge offers incredible views of the lake, a full-service restaurant and bar, and outdoor fire pits for crisp autumn nights.
Lodge at Fall Creek Falls
Location: Spencer, TN
Nearest Cities: Crossville (55 min.), Chattanooga (75 min.), Murfreesboro (90 min.), Nashville (2 hours)
Amenities: Private balconies, on-site restaurant and lounge, and free wifi.
The Lodge at Fall Creek Falls is the epitome of luxury, combining sleek, state-of-the-art design with the natural beauty of one of Tennessee's most iconic state parks. With stunning architecture, lakefront dining, and spacious living areas, this hotel is a feast for the senses. Imagine enjoying a delicious meal from the on-site restaurant while sitting outdoors under string lights by the fire pit, or admiring the fall foliage on your private balcony. When you're up for and adventure, check out towering waterfalls, play a round of golf, and conquer the obstacles at the Canopy Challenge Course. With all these amenities and more, the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls offers a truly unforgettable experience.
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Lodge Montgomery Bell
Location: Burns, TN
Nearest Cities: Nashville (40 min.), Franklin (45 min.), Clarksville (50 min.), Columbia (55 min.)
Amenities: Private balconies, on-site restaurant and lounge, free wifi, and fitness room.
The Lodge at Montgomery Bell is located only 40 minutes outside of Nashville on the shores of Lake Acorn. You’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of nature with extra touches of comfort like guest rooms with private balconies and an on-site restaurant and lounge. Nestled into over 3,000 acres of lakes and woods, you can enjoy a craft cocktail on the raised patio spaces with lake views or enjoy a meal around the fire pit. Opportunities for family-friendly outdoor recreation await just steps from your room with an 18-hole golf course, paddling rentals, hiking trails, and more.
Lodge Pickwick Landing
Location: Counce, TN
Nearest Cities: Jackson, TN (1 hour and 20 min.), Memphis (2 hours)
Amenities: On-site restaurant and lounge, on-site marina, boat ramp access, private balconies, free wifi, and indoor pool.
If you’re a sit by the beach and take in the fresh air kind of vacationer, you’ll be right at home at Lodge Pickwick Landing. The Lodge sits on the shoreline of Pickwick Lake, offering stunning views and some of the best boating and fishing that West Tennessee has to offer. During the fall season, the Lodge turns into a cozy oasis where guests can enjoy hiking amongst fall colors, warm meals at The Restaurant, an indoor pool, and sunsets from private balconies.
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Lodge Natchez Trace
Location: Wildersville, TN
Nearest Cities: Jackson (40 min.)
Amenities: Paddling rentals, on-site restaurant and lounge, and free wifi.
You don’t have to rough it to enjoy the activities the rustic wilderness provides. The Lodge at Natchez Trace is surrounded by over 40,000 acres of public land offering access to over 40 miles of hiking trails, fishing, paddling, horseback riding, and even hunting on state forest and WMA land. Located almost exactly halfway between Nashville and Memphis on I-40, the Lodge offers one of the most remote resort-style vacation destinations in the area.
Lodge Henry Horton
Location: Chapel Hill, TN
Nearest Cities: Shelbyville (25 min.), Franklin (40 min.), Murfreesboro (45 min.), Nashville (50 min.)
Amenities: On-site restaurant and lounge and free wifi.
The Lodge at Henry Horton is a family-friendly destination that will fill your days with activities. Guests will find comfortable rooms and an on-site restaurant and lounge surrounded by over 1,000 acres near the Scenic Duck River. Take a trip to the park’s aviary and check out the resident owls, head down to the shores of the Duck River to paddle, play a round on the 18-hole golf course, or explore sinkholes on the hiking trails. Families with little ones will love the accessible playground and splash pad.
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