Natchez Trace State Park: Fees, Dogs and Map

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Natchez Trace State Park is a Tennessee state park in Wildersville, Henderson County, in our Memphis & West Tennessee region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists birding, boating, camping and fishing. Overnight options on its page: camping, cabins, a hotel and group lodges. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.

EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
Activities8listed on its page
Stay OvernightCamping, cabins, a hotel and group lodgeson the park page
DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below

Notices printed on the park’s page when we read it (October 30, 2026):

Campgrounds Closed for Renovations. The Natchez Trace State Park Cub Lake Campground 2 and Wrangler Campground are both currently closed for renovations. Additionally, we are currently upgrading our Pin Oak Campground. During this time, visitors will most likely see construction in progress, and we ask that you please excuse our mess. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Lodge and Restaurant Closed for Rebuild. The Lodge at Natchez Trace (the Pin Oak Lodge) and Restaurant are currently undergoing a rebuild, with an anticipated reopening in spring 2028. During construction, the pool will be unavailable. Guests are welcome at our cabins, which remain open during construction, and a food truck at the Camp Store serves hot food. Learn more about the new Lodge at Natchez Trace here .
Horse Stall Reservations. Horse stall reservations must be made through the Visitor Center at Natchez Trace at 731-968-3742.

Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.

What to Do at Natchez Trace State Park

The park page lists these activities: birding, boating, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and swimming. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.

Amenities on the park page: adult-sized changing table, all-terrain wheelchair, beach, bike trails, birding, boat access, boat ramp, boat rentals, cabins, camp store, campground, canoe access, ev charging, fishing, gift shop, group lodges, horseback riding, hotel, laundromat, meeting rooms, museum, playground, restaurant, snack bar, stables, swimming, trails and visitor center.

Plan It in Three Lines

Getting In
Entry is free; camping, cabins, reservations and some programs cost extra.
Free to enter
Bring the Dog?
Leashed dogs are allowed in most of the park; not in lodges, cabins or swim areas.
Rules below
Make It a Trip
Mousetail Landing State Park is about 16 miles away (straight line).
1 places within 25 miles

Coming Up Near Natchez Trace State Park

None of the events on our checked calendar name Natchez Trace State Park right now. The official site lists everything that is on. See every Tennessee event we have checked.

Also see Memphis & West Tennessee 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 (731-968-3742) before you go.

Directions and Contact

Address24845 Natchez Trace Rd, Wildersville, TN 38388
Park phone731-968-3742
Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
Map point35.70868,-88.29666. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/natchez-trace

Places Near Natchez Trace State Park

Around Natchez Trace State Park within 40 miles

1Mousetail Landing State ParkState Parkabout 16 mi
2Pinson Mounds State Archaeological ParkState Archaeological Parkabout 26 mi
3Johnsonville State Historic ParkState Historic Parkabout 30 mi
4Middle Fork BottomsState Park Unitabout 32 mi
5Nathan Bedford Forrest State ParkState Parkabout 33 mi
6Chickasaw State ParkState Parkabout 35 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 Natchez Trace 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 Natchez Trace 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 Natchez Trace 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 (731-968-3742) or check the official page.

Can I camp at Natchez Trace State Park?

The park page lists camping, cabins, a hotel and group lodges. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.

Are strollers allowed at Natchez Trace 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 (Henderson) is not stated on the park page; we added it from the town and have not confirmed it.

Sources

Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.

Cite this page: It's Tennessee, “Natchez Trace State Park”, itstennessee.com/places/natchez-trace/ (updated 2026-11-01). By the It's Tennessee editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.

Natchez Trace State Park