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Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park is a Tennessee state archaeological park in Manchester, Coffee County, in our Southern Middle Tennessee region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists birding, camping, fishing and hiking. Overnight options on its page: camping. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities5listed on its page
- Stay OvernightCampingon the park page
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
- Bridge Closure. The bridge at Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park is closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to construction activity. Pause Play
Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.
What to Do at Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park
The park page lists these activities: birding, camping, fishing, hiking and mountain biking. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: bike trails, birding, camp store, campground, canoe access, fishing, gift shop, trails, museum, playground, visitor center and waterfalls.
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
Tims Ford State Park is about 20 miles away (straight line).
2 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026After Thanksgiving Day Hike (Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park)Manchester · $0.00 (donation tiers $5-$20 listed)
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026Coffee, Cascades, and Ancient Mounds (Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park)Manchester · $3.00 attendee (donation tiers $8-$23 listed)
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026Christmas Day Hike (Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park)Manchester · $0.00 (donation tiers $5-$20 listed)
From our checked events calendar, matched by name and town; times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
Also see Southern Middle 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 (931-461-7676) before you go.
Accessibility, as The Park Prints It
All Accessibility Plan Accessible Trips Accessible Paddling Adult-Sized Changing Tables
Directions and Contact
- Address732 Stone Fort Drive, Manchester, TN 37355
- Park phone931-461-7676
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point35.48261,-86.10479. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/old-stone-fort
Places Near Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park
- 1Tims Ford State ParkState Parkabout 20 mi
- 2Fiery Gizzard State ParkState Parkabout 24 mi
- 3Savage Gulf State Natural AreaState Natural Areaabout 25 mi
- 4Cumberland CavernsAttractionabout 27 mi
- 5Head of the Crow State ParkState Parkabout 28 mi
- 6Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological ParkState Archaeological Parkabout 28 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 Old Stone Fort 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 Old Stone Fort 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 Old Stone Fort 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 (931-461-7676) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park?
The park page lists camping. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.
Are strollers allowed at Old Stone Fort 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 county (Coffee) is not stated on the park page; we added it from the town and have not confirmed it.
Sources
- Old Stone Fort 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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