Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
Warning Alert
Campgrounds, Baseball Field, and Volleyball Court Closed for Renovations
Due to structural renovations, the Happy Hollow and Lakefront Campgrounds, the baseball field, and the volleyball court are closed. We anticipate a reopening of all areas in early 2027. Please watch our alerts and our social media accounts for the most updated information.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park office.
GPS Information
To get the most direct route to our Park Office when using GPS, please use the park address - 1825 Pilot Knob Road Eva, TN 38333. If you use the park name, it sends you to the back gate which is the long route, depending on your starting point, and there is no cell phone reception.
Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
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Park Amenities
- Beach
- Bike Trails
- Birding
- Boat Ramp
- Cabins
- Campground
- Canoe Access
- Disc Golf Course
- Fishing
- Gift Shop
- Group Lodges
- Trails
- Museum
- Paddle Rentals
- Playground
- Swimming
- Visitor Center
- Adult-Sized Changing Table
- All-Terrain Wheelchair
- Colorblind Viewfinder
Inspiration
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“A Wonderful Bird is the Pelican…”
“A Wonderful Bird is the Pelican…” - Read ArticleWe often associate pelicans with sea spray, waves and warm beaches, yet one of America’s largest and most majestic birds breeds in the American Heartland and can be seen during its winter migration on inland freshwater and coastal bays and estuaries throughout our continent. -
A Year in Birds at TN State Parks
A Year in Birds at TN State Parks - Read ArticleIn Tennessee, at least 423 species have been recorded since 1900, and most of them have been viewed in one of our state parks at one time or another.
Park Pavilions
Day-Use Only
Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park has a total of five pavilions that may be reserved for your next event or gathering.
Depending upon the shelter, access to a playground, a sand volleyball court, a ball field, or a swimming area may be nearby. Reservations may be made online or by calling the park. Pavilions may be reserved online up to one year in advance with a paid reservation fee.
There is a $5 cancellation fee for picnic shelter or pavilion reservations cancelled eight days or more in advance of the reserved date. Reservations cancelled seven days or less in advance of the reserved date forfeit all paid fees.
Amenities: picnic tables, a grill, and some have access to restrooms.
Capacity: 20 - 60
Rates: $18 - $36
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
Increase Energy Efficiency
Installed window film to reflect sunlight, added LED lighting, replaced HVAC with high-efficiency unit, incorporated tankless water heaters, equipped cabins with 16 SEER HVAC systems. Added underpinnings to buildings to reduce drafts.
Improve Recycling Efforts
Added BearSaver recycling bins throughout park, incorporated occupancy sensors and waterless urinals, installed sensor-activated sinks, hand dryers and toilets in park restrooms.
Audit and Evaluate
Work with a certified energy manager to reduce energy costs and use, track park-wide energy use to identify areas for improvement, participate in the TVA Green Power Switch program.
Manage Natural Habitats Wisely
Maintain habitat boxes for bats, birds, owls, wood ducks and snakes, participate in the Tennessee State Parks Honey Project. Reuse materials to eliminate trash and waste through upcycling, participate in TVA water quality training, replaced mowed areas with native grass fields.