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David Crockett State Park
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| State Park Overview: |
| David Crockett State Park was dedicated in May of 1959, in honor of one of Tennessee's most famous native sons. |
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Favorite park
This park was awsome i had so much fun thank you for doing everything.
Written by Cody Kennedy
24-Apr-2008
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great place for family camping
great fun something for everyone in the family
Written by Jimmy
20-May-2008
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lots o nice trails to walk and lots of deer
(name not given)
17-Nov-2008
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18-Apr-2009
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| Camping: |
| The park's two campgrounds contain a total of 107 sites, each equipped with a table and grill plus electrical and water hookups. Bathhouses provide hot showers, commodes and lavatories. A dump station available for self-contained rigs. Campsites are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Stay limit is two weeks.
There is a scout camp area with primitive camping that can accommodate up to 30 campers. |
| Picnicking: |
| The park has seven picnic shelters that can accommodate 25-100 people. Reservations are taken up to one year in advance. There are also several individual picnic areas. Each picnic area is equipped with a grill.
Contact the park for more information. |
| Boating: |
| The park does operate a boat rental area. Paddle boats are available for rent from Memorial Day through late August. Fishing boats can be rented year-round. Fishermen must have wearable life jacket, paddles or electric trolling motor.
No personally owned boats or motors are permitted on the lake.
TN Boating Regulations |
| Swimming: |
| An olympic-sized swimming pool with a modern bathhouse and concession stand offers the very finest in aquatic enjoyment. There is ample sunbathing space and a wading pool for children. Lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours, and the pool is open from Memorial Day until late summer. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Forty-acre Lindsey Lake provides year-round fishing enjoyment and visitors can expect catches of bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Fishermen over the age of 13 must possess a valid Tennessee fishing license. Fishing is allowed anywhere on the banks of the lake as well as boat fishing. |
| History of the Area: |
| David Crockett was a pioneer, soldier, politician, industrialist and was born near the little town of Limestone in northeast Tennessee in 1786. In 1817, he moved to Lawrence County and served as a justice of the peace, a colonel of the militia, and as state representative. Along the banks of Shoal Creek, in what is now his namesake park, he established a diversified industry consisting of a powdermill, a gristmill and a distillery. All three operations were washed away in a flood in September, 1821. Financial difficulties from this loss caused Crockett to move to West Tennessee where he was elected to Congress. While in Washington, he fought for his people's right to keep land they had settled on the new frontier of West Tennessee. Crockett died at the Alamo Mission in March of 1836 while aiding the Texans in their fight for independence from Mexico. |
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| Related Links: |
| David Crockett State Park - Lawrenceburg , Tennessee U.S.A. - David Crockett State Park - Lawrenceburg , Tennessee USA | | Crockett Museum - Lawrenceburg , Tennessee U.S.A. - David Crockett Museum - Lawerenceburg , Tennessee |
| Nature Programs: |
| A park naturalist and recreation director are on duty throughout the summer months. Both provide a variety of planned activities and programs including guided tours, organized games, arts and crafts, historical demonstrations and presentations, campfires, movies, slide shows, hayrides and more. Contact the park for programs available. |
| Area Attractions: |
| Fourth of July Mayberry Days Festival and Parade-a week long event beginning June 29th. For more information, contact the Lawrenceburg Chamber of Commerce.
David Crockett Days is an annual event. This year the celebration is scheduled for August 13, 14, and 15th, 2004.
Enjoy a quick movie (created in Flash) from the 2003 David Crockett Days event. The movie may take a few moments to download so enjoy the Memory game while waiting!
Other Activities
A full range of recreational facilities and activities can be found at the park. Activities include hiking, tennis, softball, volleyball, basketball, archery and much more. Some recreational equipment is available for check-out at the park office. Contact the park for more information. |
| Area Campgrounds | | David Crockett State Park
1300 W Gaines St
Lawrenceburg, TN
(931) 762-9541
| Tennessee Valley RV Park
2289 Highway 64
Pulaski, TN
(931) 363-4600
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Pop's Bait Shop
1007 W Gaines St
Lawrenceburg, TN
(931) 766-5558
| Laurel Hill Lake
39 Peter Cave Rd
Lawrenceburg, TN
(931) 762-7200
| Medley's Bait Shop
334 W Poplar St
Pulaski, TN
(931) 363-2152
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| Directions: |
| The park is located off of Hwy. 64, one-half mile west of Lawrenceburg. |
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