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What makes Tennessee’s state park system special?
- Tennessee is home to a fantastic state park system that promotes diverse resource-based recreation while conserving the natural environment and preserving authentic Tennessee places and spaces for communities to enjoy.
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What is the purpose of Tennessee’s state parks?
- Established to preserve and protect the state’s scenic areas through a well-planned and professionally managed system of state parks, the system ensures nature conservation and recreational opportunities.
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What features can visitors find in Tennessee’s state parks?
- The state park system is home to some fantastic parks, reserves, and sanctuaries that feature lakes, waterfalls, unique fauna and flora, and plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy.
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Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Chickasaw State Park
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
Cumberland Mountain State Park
Cummins Falls State Park
Fall Creek Falls State Park
Manhattan Project National Historical Park
Norris Dam State Park
Reelfoot Lake State Park
Rock Island State Park
South Cumberland State Park
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