Accessibility at Cedars of Lebanon
Accessibility at Cedars of Lebanon
At Tennessee State Parks, we serve a variety of visitors including individuals with physical disabilities and those who may face other barriers to outdoor recreation. With a focus on accessibility, we continually strive to enhance our parks to better accommodate all visitors. Learn more about accessible features, amenities, programs, and services offered.
All-Terrain Wheelchairs
All-terrain wheelchairs are specialized wheelchairs designed to navigate a wide range of terrains that may be encountered in outdoor environments.
These are important to park visitors because they provide individuals with mobility impairments the opportunity to access and enjoy outdoor recreation areas that might otherwise be inaccessible.
Each park with an all-terrain wheelchair offers trail experiences that can accommodate this specialized wheelchair. The chairs are free to the public and available for both children and adults. The chairs can be operated independently and offer the option of allowing caretaker control.
To help us serve our visitors better, we kindly ask that you give us advance notice if you’d like to use a wheelchair. While it is possible to request a chair upon arrival, there is a possibility that the chair may already be reserved for another guest. Advanced requests ensure the availability of wheelchairs and make your experience even more enjoyable.
Adult-Sized Changing Tables
Discover comfort and convenience at Tennessee State Parks with our newly introduced adult-sized changing tables.
Designed to enhance accessibility, these changing tables cater to the diverse needs of our visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment for individuals of all ages and abilities.
Located inside the Nature Center, the table at Cedars of Lebanon State Park utilizes a remote to adjust the height of the table. This table lowers to approximately 12 inches off the ground and reaches a height of 39.5 inches when raised.
Learn more about adult-sized changing tables at Tennessee State Parks by clicking the link below.
Accessible Facilites
Visit The Dixon Merritt Nature Center
Start your trip to Cedars of Lebanon State Park by exploring the Dixon Merritt Nature Center. Each display showcases the ecological and cultural significance of the park.
Take the time to learn more about the limestone glade habitat that makes the park’s ecology so significant. Afterward, visit the Butterfly Garden and Cave Creek Trail located just behind the Nature Center. The Butterfly Garden is located at the end of the paved, 2,625-foot Cave Creek Trail. There you can find information about Jackson Cave and the local wildlife that thrive in the garden.
Parking is located next to the Dixon Merritt Nature Center and provides access to the Butterfly Garden and Cave Creek Trail. Please note that the Nature Center is open during the summer and open upon request the rest of the year.
Cedars of Lebanon Splash Pad
Take a splash and cool off at our Cedars of Lebanon Splash Pad located at the former swimming pool site. Available for free, kids of all ages can enjoy the fountains and spray features, including two tipping buckets. After, relax and have lunch in the shaded picnic tables adjacent to the splash pad.
Open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Picnic Areas
Plan the perfect event at the park. Enjoy the shade after visiting the Butterfly Garden or play on the Cedars of Lebanon Splash Pad. Shelter 2 and Shelter 7 are wheelchair friendly. ADA parking and restrooms are nearby or attached.
Cedar Forest Lodge
The Cedar Forest Lodge is a charming stone and wood building that is popular for weddings and accommodates up to 75 people. This venue is wheelchair friendly with parking next to it.
Overnight Accommodations
Keep in mind that limited numbers of ADA-accessible lodge rooms, cabins, and campsites are available, so it is best to make reservations as far in advance as possible. For those who require ADA-accessible accommodation when staying overnight, it is important to make a specific request when booking a reservation and contact us directly at 1-888-867-2757 to reserve an ADA-accessible accommodation.
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Cabin
Come stay a while. Relax among the vast amounts of cedar trees and historic architecture of our 1,139-acre park. Cabin 4 is wheelchair-friendly. Make sure to request this accommodation when making a reservation.
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Camping
Find your ideal campsite to relax after a day of exploration. Some RV sites are wheelchair friendly and should be specifically requested when making a reservation. The bathhouse is wheelchair friendly with paths leading directly to it from a few of the sites.
Hiking at Cedars of Lebanon
Take a stroll through the park on a wheelchair-friendly paved trail during your trip to Cedars of Lebanon State Park.
The 2,625-foot Cave Creek Trail starts and ends in the park's butterfly garden behind the Dixon Merritt Nature Center. The trail features picturesque views of Jackson Cave, an 80-foot pedestrian bridge spanning Cave Creek, and native grass prairie with seasonal wildflowers. Benches, picnic tables, boardwalks, and smaller bridges are on the trail.
Have Questions? Need Accommodations?
We're here to help.
If you have any questions, comments, require special accommodations, or need assistance with interpretive services and events for someone in your party, we're here to help.
To fulfill reasonable requests for assistance, we kindly ask that you reach out to the Park Office at least 10 days before your visit. This will enable us to make the necessary arrangements to provide you with an enjoyable park experience. Provide us with details about your needs so we can be well-prepared.