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Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park is a Tennessee state archaeological park in McMinnville, Warren County, in our Upper Cumberland & Plateau region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- ActivitiesNot publishedon the park page
- Stay OvernightNot listedno overnight options listed
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
- Park Closed Due to Construction. Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park is currently laying the groundwork to allow visitors to explore the site responsibly, and is currently closed to the public. Please keep an eye on our website and our social media accounts for the most up-to-date information. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
- Test Alert. Test Alert- please disregard.
Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.
What to Do at Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park
Not published: the park page does not list the activities. See the official page.
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
Cumberland Caverns is about 3 miles away (straight line).
6 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park
None of the events on our checked calendar name Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological 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 (–1888) before you go.
Directions and Contact
- AddressNot stated (page address is the Nashville HQ; page says park is in Warren County), TN 37110
- Park phone–1888
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point35.70205,-85.67686. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/cardwell-mountain
Places Near Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park
- 1Cumberland CavernsAttractionabout 3 mi
- 2Rock Island State ParkState Parkabout 8 mi
- 3Savage Gulf State Natural AreaState Natural Areaabout 17 mi
- 4Fall Creek Falls State ParkState Parkabout 18 mi
- 5Scotts Gulf WildernessState Park Unitabout 22 mi
- 6Burgess Falls State ParkState Parkabout 25 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 Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological 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 Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological 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 Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological 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 (–1888) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological Park?
The park page does not list camping or cabins.
Are strollers allowed at Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological 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 park page does not list activities in readable form.
Sources
- Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological 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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