Long Hunter State Park: Fees, Dogs and Map

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Long Hunter State Park is a Tennessee state park in Hermitage, Davidson County, in our Nashville Area region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists biking, birding, boating and camping. 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

Two kayakers on a blue lake below wooded limestone bluffs beside a lakeside path

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

Boat House and Fishing Pier Closed Until Further Notice. Due to safety concerns, the boat house and fishing pier are closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the park at 615-885-2422 .

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

What to Do at Long Hunter State Park

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

Amenities on the park page: beach, bike trails, boat ramp, boat rentals, boat access, campground, canoe access, ev charging, fishing, gift shop, trails, playground, snack bar, swimming, visitor center, all-terrain wheelchair 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 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
The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew Jackson is about 10 miles away (straight line).
6 places within 25 miles

Coming Up Near Long Hunter State Park

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

Also see Nashville Area 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 (615-885-2422) before you go.

Accessibility, as The Park Prints It

All Accessibility Plan Accessible Trips Accessible Paddling Adult-Sized Changing Tables

Directions and Contact

Address2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076
Park phone615-885-2422
Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
Map point36.08822,-86.53267. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/long-hunter

Places Near Long Hunter State Park

Around Long Hunter State Park within 40 miles

1The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew JacksonAttractionabout 10 mi
2Nashville ZooAttractionabout 11 mi
3Cedars of Lebanon State ParkState Parkabout 12 mi
4Grand Ole Opry HouseAttractionabout 12 mi
5Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumAttractionabout 14 mi
6Radnor Lake State Natural AreaState Natural Areaabout 15 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 Long Hunter 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 Long Hunter 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 Long Hunter 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 (615-885-2422) or check the official page.

Can I camp at Long Hunter State Park?

The park page lists camping. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.

Are strollers allowed at Long Hunter 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 (Davidson) 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, “Long Hunter State Park”, itstennessee.com/places/long-hunter/ (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.

Long Hunter State Park