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| State Park Overview: |
 | Set in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee, 1,140-acre Henry Horton State Park is located on the former estate of the late Henry H. Horton, 36th governor of Tennessee. Located on the shores of the historic Duck River, the park provides hours of recreational enjoyment for the day or a weekend getaway in picturesque, pastoral Middle Tennessee. |
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One of my favorites
Great park with lots to do. Canoe down the Duck or play a round of frisbee gold.
Written by Camper John
22-Jun-2008
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| Camping: |
| Henry Horton State Park provides 75 campsites situated along the Duck River, designated a state scenic river. Twenty-one sites are primitive camp sites recommended for tents only. There is a large group site for primitive camping. The other 54 sites have tables, grills, water spigots and electrical hook-ups. Campers are served by two modern bathhouses and a dump station for self-contained trailer rigs.
All campsites are available on a first come-first served basis. Campers can set up on vacant sites and a seasonal camp attendant or Park Ranger will visit to the site to register users, usually in the late afternoon. The stay limit is two weeks. |
| Picnicking: |
| Henry Horton has 83 picnic sites in a very scenic picnic area located on the shores of the Duck River. Tables and grills are provided and water, restrooms, playgrounds, and playfields are located nearby.
There are 4 large group picnic pavilions located nearby, capable of accommodating 125 people and equipped with grills and water spigots.
Picnic Shelters are available by reservation only! Please contact the park at 931-364-7724. |
| Swimming: |
| The park has an olympic-sized pool with bathhouses and a concession stand. The pool is open from Memorial Day week-end through Labor Day. Ample sunbathing space is provided with the pool area, and there is a wading pool for the kiddies. Lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours. Registered cabin guests swim free.
Camping guests swim at discounted rate with a camping receipt. |
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Elegent upscale mansion in Historic District, 30 minutes from Downtown Nashville. King beds,working fireplaces,private baths w/showers, some Jacuzzi's. Highspeed wireless, TV,Cable,VRC,DVD,CD,phone
Price Range: $140 - $225
Web Site: http://www.byrn-roberts-inn.com |
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| Gift Shop:
The gift shop offers a wide assortment of gifts, collectibles and souvenirs. You can choose from a variety of items such as a cap and t-shirt to a crystal ornament or a walking stick hand crafted in Tennessee, picture frames, magnets, mugs, and plush animals for the kids. And if you have forgotten your toothbrush, we have that too! Please come in, browse and enjoy.
Other Activities:
Activities to enjoy at the park include volleyball, disc golf, baseball, basketball court, tennis and playground.
Professional Trap and Skeet Range: Open seasonally, first working day after March 15th thru December 1st. Open Wednesday thru Sunday, closed on Monday and Tuesday. There are five skeet fields, 2 trap fields, lodge building with concessions, gun rental and ammo available. A picnic shelter is available for large shoots or related gatherings. No pullers provided. Must be 18 years of age or youth sportsman. A valid hunter education card required for shooters under the age of 18.
Get-Away-Package Specials:
Check out our special Get-Away-Packages and take advantage of special discounts on inn rooms, etc. |
| Area Campgrounds | | Campers RV Family Campground
1792 Bear Creek Pike
Columbia, TN
(931) 381-4112
| River Road RV Park
1976 River Rd
Chapel Hill, TN
(931) 364-7714
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Frank's Grocery & Bait Shop
903 Riverside Dr
Columbia, TN
(931) 840-0995
| G & S Pro Bass & Hunting
2500 Pillow Dr
Columbia, TN
(931) 380-1133
| King Brothers Hunting Preserve
3369 Anes Station Rd
Lewisburg, TN
(931) 359-9885
| Culleoka Catfish Lake & Hunt
3070 E Sheepneck Rd
Culleoka, TN
(931) 987-2842
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| Directions: |
| From Nashville, take I-65 South to Columbia/Chapel Hill exit #46 and travel East on Hwy. 412 to 431 South, take a right onto 431S and travel approximately 3/4 - 1 mile, taking a left on Highway 99. Follow Highway 99 until it dead-ends at Highway 31A. Turn right and travel approximately 1 mile. Park entrance is on the left.
From Birmingham, take I-65 North to Columbia/Chapel Hill exit #46 and travel East on Hwy. 412 to 431 South, take a right onto 431S and travel approximately 3/4 - 1 mile, taking a left on Highway 99. Follow Highway 99 until it dead-ends at Highway 31A. Turn right onto 31A and travel approximately 1 mile. Park entrance is on the left. |
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