The 1,200-acre Harrison Bay State Park, with approximately 40 miles of Chickamauga Lake shoreline, was originally developed as a Tennessee Valley Authority recreation demonstration area in the 1930's. Its name is derived from a large bay at the main channel of the Tennessee River that covers the old town of Harrison, and the last Cherokee Campground. The parklands are of historic significance because the Cherokee Campground consisted of three villages which was ruled by one of the last great Cherokee Chieftains, Chief Joe Vann. This beautiful wooded park is a haven for campers, boaters and fishermen, as well as picnickers and other day-use visitors from Chattanooga and the surrounding tri-state area.

Just a short drive from downtown Chattanooga, The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay State Park designed by world renowned Jack Nicklaus, has been called the 'best natural piece of land for a golf course.' Seven of its eighteen holes skirt along the water providing views of the Chickamauga Reservoir shoreline. This 7,140 yard, links-style bentgrass course features two notable holes: number 4, a 184 yard, par 3 with a well trapped green; and the 434 yard, par 4 number 18 with a rewarding view of the lake.

For information call toll free 1-877-611-2327.

The park has one large meeting room available that is capable of seating 100 people. For more information contact the park office: 423-344-6214.

There are 128 RV campsites with water and electrical hookups and a limited number that can accomodate RV's up to 65 ft. There is one centralized dumping station. Bathhouses are located in each of the 4 camping areas as well as a playground.

There are 21 tent only campsites that do not have electrical/water hookups. Tents can be put up beside the RV but is limited to one family unit per site.

No reservations are taken...space is available on first-come, first-served basis.

For more information call: 423-344-7966.

Group Camping:

The park's group camp consists of 24 rustic cabins that can accommodate up to 144 persons. The group camp kitchen is fully equipped with utencils, commercial stove and oven (gas), household size refrigerator/freezer and a walk-in cooler. A common bathhouse houses both men's and women's restrooms and showers. Each section has six showers.

For more information call: 423-344-2272