Accessibility at Red Clay
Red Clay Accessibility
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 that Red Clay State Park has to offer.
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 Table
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 at the Picnic Shelter, the table at Red Clay State Historic 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.
While the picnic shelter is available to reserve for a daily fee, the picnic shelter does not have to be reserved in order to use the adult-sized changing table in the attached private restroom.
Picnic Areas
Experience the warmth of community at our spacious Pavilion, featuring a cozy, large fireplace that's perfect for gatherings in any season.
This versatile shelter can comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests, making it ideal for family reunions, corporate events, or community celebrations.
A paved sidewalk leads directly from the wheelchair-friendly parking area to the shelter. Please note that while the Pavilion itself is wheelchair-accessible, its restrooms are not. However, we have accessible restrooms available at our nearby Visitor Center.
Visitor Center and Exhibits
Stop by the Visitor Center to view the James F. Corn Interpretive Facility.
Inside, you'll find wheelchair-friendly exhibits on 19th-century Cherokee life, history on the Trail of Tears, the region’s prehistory, and Cherokee art.
Please note that while the gift shop is available, it may present some challenges for wheelchair users due to its layout. However, staff are always happy to assist you with any items you're interested in. Accessible restrooms are available inside the Visitor Center.
Questions? Need Accommodations?
If you have any questions, comments, or require special accommodations or 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.
