Mother’s Day at Tennessee State Parks
“If I have done anything in life worth attention, I feel sure that I inherited the disposition from my mother.”
— Booker T. Washington
Mother's Day at the State Parks
Mother's Day is the perfect time to celebrate all of the moms (and mother figures) in your life. And what does mom want most? To spend more time with you, her favorite child (we won't tell anyone else that you're the favorite)!
We also have the gifts covered with apparel, art, magazine subscriptions, gift cards, and more that support her favorite parks. Click here to jump to gift ideas
Mother's Day Meals at Tennessee State Parks
What's the easiest way to treat mom on Mother's Day? Take her to her favorite Tennessee state park for a meal on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10th. Many of our restaurants will host a special Mother's Day Meal for you and the whole family, full of favorites like ham, turkey, and strawberry shortcake!
Mother's Day Lunch at Pickwick Landing
Join the Restaurant at Pickwick Landing for a Mother's Day buffet that's sure to make her day. The Restaurant will serve favorites like fried catfish, macaroni and cheese, and banana pudding. After your lunch, treat mom to a walk around the lake!
Reservations are not necessary, but encouraged for parties of eight or more.
Mother's Day Lunch at Henry Horton
Henry Horton State Park is offering a Mother's Day lunch in the conference hall. Treat her to a spinach-and-artichoke chicken roulade, roasted squash, and a decadent assortment of cheesecake minis. After lunch, treat her to a hike along the Duck River!
Reservations are required, please call 931-364-2222 and press 3. Reservations are accepted until May 5th.
Mother's Day Lunch at Montgomery Bell State Park
The Lodge and Restaurant at Montgomery Bell is offering the perfect way to celebrate Mom with a special lunch buffet! The buffet will feature favorites like Southern-fried catfish, mashed potatoes and gravy, marinated cucumber, tomato, and onion salad, and chocolate meringue pie. There will also be themed cocktails to treat her with, along with a special Birds of Prey Exhibition and talk with a ranger!
Reservations are required. Call, text or email your reservations to 615-289-1153 or montgomerybell.reservations@tn.gov for reservations. Reservations are accepted until May 5th.
Mother's Day Lunch at Fall Creek Falls State Park
It's easy to commemorate the day when you stay at the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls. On Mother's Day, the Lodge will host a Mother's Day buffet with favorites like salmon meunière, glazed carrots, and chocolate mousse cake. Be sure to stop by the photo booth to capture the memories!
Reservations are required. Please call 423-881-2001 to make your reservation. The reservations cut-off date is May 6th.
Mother's Day Lunch at Cumberland Mountain State Park
Make it the best Mother's Day yet! The incredible lake views at The Restaurant at Cumberland Mountain will pair perfectly with their homestyle favorites like oven-roasted turkey, cream-style corn, and chocolate cobbler. After lunch, enjoy more time with mom by exploring Cumberland Mountain State Park!
Reservations are not accepted. All members of your party must be present prior to seating.
Even More Ways to Spoil Mom!
Does your mom love parks? Of course she does! Treat mom to a gift that she can enjoy past Mother's Day.
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For the Fashionista Mama
Flaunt her favorite parks with a t-shirt, a poster, a hat, or a new favorite mug.
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For the Mom who loves to read
Give mom an in-depth look at all things natural here in Tennessee. A subscription to The Tennessee Conservationist magazine gives readers unique stories about Tennessee culture, history, archaeology, native species, and conservation efforts across the state. Plus, you'll be one of the first to know about events happening in your favorite parks!
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For the Mom who doesn't want any "thing"
Make her a part of the "Pack". With a donation to the Trail Pack, she can support trail maintenance so we can explore more outdoors!
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
Moms deserve the world, and we're excited to celebrate with you!
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