H ours of Operation 8:00 AM ET to 30 minutes before Sunset DAVID CROCKETT David Crockett Birthplace BIRTHPLACE State Park 1245 Park Road STATE PARK Limestone, TN 37681 423-257-2167 Park Office TENNESSEE 423-257-4500 Campground Office Tennessee State Parks William R. Snodgrass TN Tower 312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, 2nd Floor Fishing Nashville, TN 37243 The Nolichucky River flows through the park and 888-867-2757 provides fishing opportunities for a variety of fresh water species. Smallmouth bass and www.tnstateparks.com catfish are common catches. Bank fishing and wade fishing are popular. Bait, tackle, snacks and state fishing licenses are for sale Volunteer Opportunities at nearby off-park locations. Volunteers and Friends assist in Hiking We’re Mobile protecting, preserving and promoting Approximately 2.5 miles of trails range The Tennessee State Parks Pocket Ranger the cultural and natural resources of from easy to moderate, providing beautiful app is available at the Apple app store their favorite state park, giving of their views and ample opportunities for wildlife and and Google Play. time and talents to ensure their park’s integrity wildflower viewing. for future generations to enjoy. It’s easy to show your support – join a Friends group or participate Nearby Attractions in one of the many volunteer opportunities we Historic Greeneville - 7 miles offer individuals, families and groups. Historic Jonesborough - 12 miles To learn more about volunteer opportunities in Historic Rocky Mount - 25 miles your area visit www.tnstateparks.com. Crockett Tavern, Morristown - 35 miles Annual Park Events Directions The park is located three miles off Highway 11E May – Jacob Brown Trade Faire between Greeneville and Jonesborough. From I-81, August - Crockett Days Celebration follow signs at exit 23, through Greeneville to the October - Tractor Show park, approximately 27 miles. From I-26, turn south on Boones Creek Road. Proceed toJonesborough. Turn right on Highway 11E towards Greeneville and follow signs to park, approximately 19 miles.

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The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is committed to principles of equal opportunity, equal access and affirmative action. Contact the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation at 888-867-2757 for further information. Hearing impaired callers may use the Tennessee Relay Service at 800-848-0298. www.tnstateparks.com Planned Programs The Jacob Brown Trade Faire takes place the fourth weekend in May. 18th century vendors are on site selling wares, while demonstrators in period attire demonstrate primitive living skills. The Crockett Days Celebration, held in August, celebrates the pioneer lifestyle and features living history exhibitions and re-enactors in period dress from the late 18th century. The Crockett Homestead is a living history museum, where visitors can catch a glimpse into 18th century frontier life up close and personal. It is open daily. Museum The David Crockett Birthplace Museum contains items common to life on the eastern frontier, as well as portraits and documents relating to David Crockett. A short film provides information about Crockett’s life. The museum is open Monday David Crockett Birthplace State Park through Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM David Crockett Birthplace State Park is located closed from noon to 1:00 PM, and at the confluence of the Nolichucky River and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Limestone Creek in Greene County, Tennessee. This 105-acre park honors one of our nations’ Historical significance most famous individuals. It is home to an 18th Born in 1786, David Crockett epitomizes century farmstead, which features a replica the strength and character vital to our nation’s cabin of the type in which David Crockett might westward expansion during the pioneer era. With have lived in, gardens, animal paddocks, and virtually no formal education, he rose from the costumed living history interpreters. There is a depths of poverty to national fame and a seat in museum dedicated to Crockett and a gift shop the United States Congress. His fame and featuring crafts by local artisans. Located popularity during his life was celebrated in books nearby is a monument to Crockett containing and plays. His death at the Alamo in 1836 marked native stones donated from each of the 50 the beginning of his legend. David Crockett states. The park provides a wonderful diversity Birthplace State Park is dedicated to the memory of of natural settings ranging from forested this exceptional figure in our nation’s history. limestone bluffs to meadows and tree-lined Camping streams, all providing exceptional bird and The park has 83 sites consisting of 53 full hook-up wildlife viewing opportunities. sites with water, sewer and 50 amp electrical service; 17 sites with water and 30 amps electrical hook-ups and 13 tent sites. Campfires are permitted only in designated fire rings or in above ground fire stands equipped with screens and covers. The campground is located near the scenic Nolichucky River. A playground and swimming pool are also located nearby. All sites can be reserved online. Swimming The swimming pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Call for dates in late summer as hours David Crockett Birthplace State Park are based on availability of lifeguards.