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It’s the Giving Season!

Ron Hees visited all 59 Tennessee State Parks this year, inspired by their beauty and potential. Commit to just $20/month or more, and the Hees Foundation will match your gift with $200 to the Conservancy.

Please set up your monthly gift before the year ends and unlock the match to make a brighter future for our state parks!

Enhancing Park Experiences For All

Working with donors and the State to raise funds and support programs that contribute to the long-term health of our parks.

Radner Lake Universal Accessibility - TN State Parks Conservancy
Parks Accessibility

Tennessee State Parks are forever and for everyone. We work to reduce barriers by expanding accessible features for parkgoers. 

Preserve and Protect - Tennessee State Parks
Preserve & Protect

Preserve, protect, sustain and grow the things that make Tennessee State Parks unique.

Group of kids smiling, hiking at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
Kids In Parks

Inspiring the next generation of leaders through nature exploration and educational programs. 

Enhancing Park Experiences for All

Working with donors and the State to raise funds and support programs that contribute to the long-term health of parks.

Radner Lake Universal Accessibility - TN State Parks Conservancy

Parks Accessibility

Tennessee State Parks are forever and for everyone. We work to reduce barriers by providing more accessible features for our parkgoers.

Preserve and Protect - Tennessee State Parks

Preserve & Protect

Preserve, protect, sustain and grow the things that make Tennessee State Parks unique.

Kids in the Park with Park Ranger

Kids In The Park

The Kids in Parks program inspires the next generation of leaders through nature exploration and educational programs. 

Welcome

Tennessee State Parks Conservancy supports educational programs, health initiatives and special park projects that preserve, protect and enhance natural areas and the 59 state parks across Tennessee.

Tennessee State Parks Conservancy

We are the fundraising partner of Tennessee State Parks, securing investments to enhance park experiences for all.

Programs

Educate, engage and inspire the next generation.

Parks

Protect, preserve and expand access to our state’s resources.

Support

Improve and enhance Tennessee State Park experiences for all.

How We Work

Through fundraising efforts and community involvement, we support projects, programs and resources that enhance park experiences for all visitors. We partner with the state to fund initiatives that span multiple parks, working collaboratively to expand access to Tennessee’s natural resources, engage the next generation, and contribute to the long-term health of both our landscapes and our communities.

Since 1937

Tennessee State Parks were established in 1937 to preserve and protect the unique natural, cultural and historic resources of Tennessee. Join us in continuing the legacy of conservation, recreation, and responsible stewardship in the Volunteer State. Together, we can preserve and enhance Tennessee’s natural resources for all future generations to enjoy.

Show your support by donating today. All contributions are tax deductible and go directly towards helping us deliver projects, programs and resources that make Tennessee State Parks the best and most accessible in the nation.

By supporting the Conservancy, you’re playing a vital role in creating opportunities for adventure, exploration, discovery and wonder in our gorgeous state.