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Big Hill Pond State Park is a Tennessee state park in Pocahontas, Hardeman County, in our Memphis & West Tennessee region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists mountain biking, birding, camping and fishing. Overnight options on its page: camping. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities7listed on its page
- Stay OvernightCampingon the park page
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
- Campground Closed for Renovations. The Big Hill Pond State Park Campground is currently closed due to renovations. At this time, a reopen date has not been set. Backcountry sites are still available and can be utilized with a backcountry camping permit prior to stay. Additionally, for larger groups, Group Campsites 2 and 3 are available. Please note that none of these sites provides water or electricity.
- Dismal Swamp Boardwalk is Closed due to Construction. Dismal Swamp Boardwalk was originally built and 1977 and though we have had many people including volunteers and boy scout groups help maintain this asset, it still has some of the same materials from 1977 on it! We honestly can’t say thank you to everyone who has helped keep this asset open and available to the public over the years!
- Travis McNatt Lake Closure. Due to major infrastructure improvements happening at the lake, the Travis McNatt Lake remains closed. Visitors are welcome to bring small paddling boats to Big Hill Pond Lake during this time.
Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.
What to Do at Big Hill Pond State Park
The park page lists these activities: mountain biking, birding, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and paddling. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: aviary, basketball, bike trails, birding, boat ramp, boat rentals, boat access, camp store, campground, canoe access, disc golf course, ev charging, horseback riding, fishing, gift shop, trails, honey, hunting adjacent, paddle rentals, playground, rental venue, visitor center, accessible paddling launch and all-terrain wheelchair.
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
Shiloh National Military Park is about 23 miles away (straight line).
2 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Big Hill Pond State Park
None of the events on our checked calendar name Big Hill Pond 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 (731-645-7967) before you go.
Accessibility, as The Park Prints It
All Accessibility Plan Accessible Trips Accessible Paddling Adult-Sized Changing Tables
Directions and Contact
- Address1435 John Howell Road, Pocahontas, TN 38061
- Park phone731-645-7967
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point35.05116,-88.72982. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/big-hill-pond
Places Near Big Hill Pond State Park
- 1Shiloh National Military ParkAttractionabout 23 mi
- 2Chickasaw State ParkState Parkabout 24 mi
- 3Pickwick Landing State ParkState Parkabout 28 mi
- 4Pinson Mounds State Archaeological ParkState Archaeological Parkabout 31 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 Big Hill Pond 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 Big Hill Pond 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 Big Hill Pond 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 (731-645-7967) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Big Hill Pond State Park?
The park page lists camping. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.
Are strollers allowed at Big Hill Pond 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 (Hardeman) is not stated on the park page; we added it from the town and have not confirmed it.
Sources
- Big Hill Pond 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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