TN state Parks open for Thanksgiving

Here’s a different twist on the Thanksgiving holiday; instead of worrying about cooking that perfect turkey and pumpkin pie, make your reservations at a participating state park restaurant and be pampered in a festive atmosphere with no stress, no fuss  and no dishes to clean up afterward. Then stroll along the grounds and trails and enjoy Nature’s seasonal wonders and perhaps catch sight of some native wildlife as well. We in Montgomery County are fortunate because Paris Landing is among those state parks participating in this offering.

NASHVILLE – Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends and family, while surrounding yourself with Tennessee’s natural wonders during this season of thanksgiving.

Tennessee State Park officials are pleased to announce that all eight state park restaurants will be open Thursday, Nov. 26, serving their annual Thanksgiving Day feast. Thanksgiving turkey and all the traditional trimmings, along with an assortment of desserts, will be available beginning at 11 a.m. until closing at state park restaurants across Tennessee. Selections and prices will vary depending on location, ranging from $10.95 to $14.95 (excluding drink and gratuity). Group reservations are recommended.

The Tennessee State Park restaurants serving Thanksgiving Day dinner are:

• Cumberland Mountain State Park…(931) 484-7186
• David Crockett State Park (Lawrenceburg)…(931) 762-9541
• Fall Creek Falls State Park… (423) 881-5241
• Henry Horton State Park…(931) 364-2222
• Montgomery Bell State Park…(615) 797-3101
• Natchez Trace State Park… (731) 968-8176
• Paris Landing State Park… (731) 642-4311
• Pickwick Landing State Park… (731) 689-3135

Tennessee’s 53 state parks offer diverse natural, recreational and cultural experiences for individuals, families, or business and professional groups. State park features range from pristine natural areas to 18-hole championship golf courses. For a free brochure about Tennessee State Parks, call 888-867-2757. For additional information, visit our Web site at www.tnstateparks.com.