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Burgess Falls State Park is a Tennessee state park in Baxter, Putnam County, in our Upper Cumberland & Plateau region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists fishing, hiking, paddling and waterfall viewing. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities4listed on its page
- Stay OvernightNot listedno overnight options listed
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
- Visitor Center Construction. Update 4/3/2026: Construction of the new Visitor Center continues, and the upper parking lot remains closed. During this time, parking is extremely limited, and RV/trailer parking will not be available. Please plan accordingly and park in designated spaces only. Due to the construction of the new Visitor Center, the park office has relocated to 8487 Burgess Falls Rd. Baxter, TN 38544.
- Before You Visit Burgess Falls. Please Note: There is no access to the base of the falls from the park. The base of the falls can be accessed by boat or kayak from the Cane Hollow Recreation Area. There is no designated swim area at Burgess Falls. The park experiences high visitation. Please do not park on roadsides or in non-designated areas.
Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.
What to Do at Burgess Falls State Park
The park page lists these activities: fishing, hiking, paddling and waterfall viewing. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: amphitheater, birding, fishing, gift shop, trails, playground, waterfalls, wheelchair-friendly overlooks and wheelchair-friendly paved trails.
Plan It in Three Lines
Getting In
Entry is free; camping, cabins, reservations and some programs cost extra.
Free to enterBring the Dog?
Leashed dogs are allowed in most of the park; not in lodges, cabins or swim areas.
Rules belowMake It a Trip
Edgar Evins State Park is about 11 miles away (straight line).
5 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Burgess Falls State Park
None of the events on our checked calendar name Burgess Falls State Park right now. The official site lists everything that is on. See every Tennessee event we have checked.
Also see Upper Cumberland & Plateau Events.
Fees
Tennessee state parks do not charge an entry fee: the state parks FAQ says all state parks are free to enter. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and some programs are booked and paid for separately.
Planning several parks? Our State Parks Passport guide lists every park side by side.
Dogs and Strollers
- Dogs: Tennessee State Parks allow dogs and cats on a leash or otherwise restrained. They are not allowed in lodges and cabins (except designated pet rooms), public eating places, food stores or designated swimming beaches and pools. A park may post trails closed to pets. This is the statewide policy. This park page does not state a different rule.
- Strollers: Not published. The park page does not say whether strollers are allowed; call the park (1-931-432-5312) before you go.
Directions and Contact
- Address8487 Burgess Falls Rd, Baxter, TN 38544
- Park phone1-931-432-5312
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point36.05819,-85.61055. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/burgess-falls
Places Near Burgess Falls State Park
- 1Edgar Evins State ParkState Parkabout 11 mi
- 2Cummins Falls State ParkState Parkabout 14 mi
- 3Rock Island State ParkState Parkabout 17 mi
- 4Scotts Gulf WildernessState Park Unitabout 22 mi
- 5Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological ParkState Archaeological Parkabout 25 mi
- 6Cumberland CavernsAttractionabout 27 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to visit Burgess Falls State Park?
Entering is free: the Tennessee State Parks FAQ says there is no access fee at any state park. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and reservations cost extra where the park offers them.
Are dogs allowed at Burgess Falls State Park?
Dogs on a leash are allowed under the statewide policy, except in lodges and cabins (outside designated pet rooms), eating places, food stores and swim areas. The park may post trails closed to pets.
What time does Burgess Falls State Park close?
The text of the park page does not print day-use hours, so we cannot state them (a linked FAQ PDF may; check it). Call the park (1-931-432-5312) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Burgess Falls State Park?
The park page does not list camping or cabins.
Are strollers allowed at Burgess Falls State Park?
Not published. The park page does not mention strollers, so call before you go.
What We Could Not Verify
- Day-use hours are not printed in the text of the park page. Some parks link a FAQ PDF that may list them; check those PDFs.
- Stroller rules are not stated on the park page.
- Closures and alerts change at short notice; the notice above is a snapshot.
- The county (Putnam) is not stated on the park page; we added it from the town and have not confirmed it.
Sources
- Burgess Falls State Park on Tennessee State Parks (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks FAQ: entry is free (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks policies: pets (read 2026-10-30)
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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