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Montgomery Bell State Park is a Tennessee state park in Burns, Dickson County, in our Nashville Area 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 and a hotel. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities8listed on its page
- Stay OvernightCamping, cabins and a hotelon the park page
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
- Campground Closure. The Campground at Montgomery Bell (or the Four Mile Creek Campground) is currently closed for renovations. If you have any questions, please call our Central Reservations at 1 (888) 867-2757.
- Lake Woodhaven Drained. Please be aware that Lake Woodhaven was drained in August 2026 for infrastructure updates. Access to the lake remains open, but visitors should keep an eye on our channels in case that changes during this period. Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park office.
- Ballfield, Ballfield Road and Parking Access Temporarily Closed. Due to construction in the area, the Ballfield, the road to the Ballfield, and parking access there are temporarily closed until further notice. Please note that this includes the bathrooms in that area, including the one with the Adult-Sized Changing Table. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.
What to Do at Montgomery Bell State Park
The park page lists these activities: birding, boating, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, biking and paddling. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: accessible paddling launch, adult-sized changing table, aviary, beach, bike trails, birding, boat access, boat ramp, boat rentals, cabins, campground, canoe access, colorblind viewfinder, ev charging, fishing, gift shop, golf course, hotel, laundromat, meeting rooms, paddle rentals, playground, restaurant, snack bar, swimming, trails, visitor center and wheelchair-friendly overlooks.
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
Harpeth River State Park is about 10 miles away (straight line).
1 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Montgomery Bell State Park
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026Bell Ringer Trail Run (15K, 25K, 50K)Burns · Proceeds benefit Friends of Montgomery Bell State Park; see the organizer page for venu...
From our checked events calendar, matched by name and town; times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
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 (615-797-3101) before you go.
Accessibility, as The Park Prints It
All Accessibility Plan Accessible Trips Accessible Paddling Adult-Sized Changing Tables
Directions and Contact
- Address1020 Jackson Hill Road, Burns, TN 37029
- Park phone615-797-3101
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point36.08587,-87.27888. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/montgomery-bell
Places Near Montgomery Bell State Park
- 1Harpeth River State ParkState Parkabout 10 mi
- 2Radnor Lake State Natural AreaState Natural Areaabout 27 mi
- 3Tennessee State MuseumAttractionabout 28 mi
- 4Bicentennial Capitol MallState Park Unitabout 28 mi
- 5Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumAttractionabout 29 mi
- 6Nashville ZooAttractionabout 30 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 Montgomery Bell 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 Montgomery Bell 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 Montgomery Bell 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 (615-797-3101) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Montgomery Bell State Park?
The park page lists camping, cabins and a hotel. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.
Are strollers allowed at Montgomery Bell 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.
Sources
- Montgomery Bell 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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