Cedars of Lebanon Hunting

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Hunting at Cedars of Lebanon

Hunting is allowed by permit on Cedars of Lebanon's huntable lands.

During the season, permits are available by visiting the Cedars of Lebanon office or online.

There is no fee for a permit. Once you register, you will be emailed your permit. You must keep a paper copy of your permit with you or a save digital version on your cell phone while hunting. Please be prepared to show it to a ranger.

Place a copy of the permit number on the dashboard of your vehicle while you are in the park. Permits expire at the end of February every year.

A TWRA hunting license is also required. Visit TWRA for complete details.

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Hunting Must-Know Information

All individuals desiring to hunt in the Tennessee State Parks must read, understand, and follow the information contained on this page.

Special Conditions

Hunt in designated area only. NO exceptions.
Each person hunting must have a permit.
Hunters must have copies of the permit on the dash of your vehicle and on your person.
All state park rules and regulations apply and are enforced.

Tennessee State Park Hunting Regulations

Hunting within Cedars of Lebanon State Park huntable land areas shall be in accordance with the laws and regulations of Tennessee State Parks and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

Safety Zone

Safety zone is marked with BLUE markers.
Be aware! Some trails overlap into huntable property. Be certain of your target.

Huntable Property

Marked with ORANGE markers.
Target practice is prohibited.
Hunters may not enter prior to one hour before sunrise, and they must be out of the area by one hour after sunset. (Exception: raccoon, and opossum.)
Hunters are required to retrieve all cripple and/or dead game, if possible.
Hunters may not dispose of dead wildlife in the area.

Rules and Regulations

Field Dressing

NO field dressing in the campground or cabin areas.

All non-edible parts of kill must be removed from state property.

Under no circumstances is a hunter permitted to hang kill from a tree in the campground or cabin areas.
Acts of Disorderly Conduct

Obnoxious or boisterous conducts, including acts that interfere with the orderly process of hunting, are prohibited. Violators shall be removed from the area and/or prosecuted.
Alcoholic Beverages

Possession of or being under the influence of any alcoholic beverage, narcotic drug, barbiturate, or marijuana while hunting within the park property is prohibited.
Bag Limits

Statewide bag and possession limits apply unless a special exception is indicated.
Baiting

The placement or depositing of any type of food to feed or attract wildlife is prohibited.
Camping

Camping is prohibited except in campground.
Dog Training for Small Game

The training of dogs is strictly prohibited unless authorized through a joint agreement with the Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
Horses

The use of horses is prohibited.
Firearms

Use, possession, or transportation of firearms, bows and arrows, or other arms and ammunition is expressly prohibited unless the area is clearly marked as huntable property.
Hunting Near Private Dwellings

It is unlawful to hunt, shoot at, chase, or kill any wild animal, wild birds, or waterfowl on public land and waters within 100 yards of a visible dwelling house whether or not such a dwelling is on public or private lands, without the owner’s permission.
Litter

No litter or sewage may be deposited in the area.
Motorized Vehicles

The use of any motorized vehicle off designated roads or designated parking areas is prohibited.
Natural Features

The intentional or wanton destruction, defacement, or removal of a natural or cultural feature or non-renewable natural resource is prohibited.
Wildlife

No wildlife may be harassed except those authorized for the hunt and no animal killed shall be dismembered to the extent that its species and sex cannot be identified before it is checked at a check-in station.