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Burgess Falls State Park

Tennessee · State Park · River · Open to all

Burgess Falls State Park
GrillingPropane & charcoalNone for personal grills (designated areas);…
On the waterSwimming · Fishing
Things to doHiking · Playground
AccessOpen to allOpen to all (TN State Parks). Most parks free;…

About this place

Day-use only; fires allowed only in provided grills in the picnic areas. No camping.

Good to know

SwimmingLimited There is no designated swim area at Burgess Falls
FishingOK

Hours

  • 8:00 AM–4:00 PMWindow Cliffs Day Use Area: Winter (Nov 1 - Feb 28), Gates close at 2:00 PM
  • 8:00 AM–6:00 PMMain Trailhead: 2nd Sat. in March (DST) – April 30
  • 8:00 AM–6:00 PMMain Trailhead: Aug 16 - Oct. 31
  • 8:00 AM–6:00 PMMain Trailhead: Nov 1 - 2nd Sun. in March
  • 8:00 AM–6:00 PMWindow Cliffs Day Use Area: Summer (Mar 1 - Oct 31), Gates close at 4:00 PM
  • 8:00 AM–7:00 PMMain Trailhead: May 1 - Aug. 15

What's here

Picnic tables
Playground
Hiking

Location

Burgess Falls State Park
RegionTennessee
Coordinates36.0446° N, 85.5987° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Burgess Falls State Park?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Burgess Falls State Park. None for personal grills (designated areas); backcountry permit for backcountry fires. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for personal grills (designated areas); backcountry permit for backcountry fires.

Can you swim at Burgess Falls State Park?

There is no designated swim area at Burgess Falls.

What are the hours at Burgess Falls State Park?

8:00 AM–4:00 PM · Window Cliffs Day Use Area: Winter (Nov 1 - Feb 28), Gates close at 2:00 PM; 8:00 AM–6:00 PM · Main Trailhead: 2nd Sat. in March (DST) – April 30; 8:00 AM–6:00 PM · Main Trailhead: Aug 16 - Oct. 31.

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