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Support Tennessee State Parks in April: Donate, Vote, and Make an Impact

Hikers walking along a Tennessee State Park trail with wildflowers in bloom

This April, you have a powerful opportunity to support Tennessee State Parks, the places that bring peace, adventure, and connection to nature.

Through the My TN State Parks campaign 2026, your donation directly funds trails, outdoor education, and conservation efforts across all 63 state parks.

Every dollar you give creates real impact.

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Why Building and Maintaining Tennessee Trails Matters

2026 Trail Pack sticker from Tennessee State Parks Conservancy supporting trail building and maintenance

You have felt it before. The moment a trail opens to a waterfall, a canyon, or a quiet forest overlook. These experiences do not happen by accident. They exist because Tennessee trails are carefully built, maintained, and protected by skilled trailbuilders and dedicated supporters.

Not every path is easy to find. Some wind through deep gorges, beside roaring waterfalls, or beneath Tennessee’s wild canopy. The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy is on a mission to protect these places and ensure Tennessee State Parks trails remain safe, sustainable, and accessible for generations.

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Tennessee Leaders Unite for Governor’s Conservation Summit at Montgomery Bell State Park

Governor’s Conservation Summit at Montgomery Bell State Park with state leaders, conservationists, and community members spent time outdoors in the water.

Earlier this month, conservation leaders, state officials, and community partners gathered for the 3rd Annual Governor’s Conservation Summit at Montgomery Bell State Park. Hosted by Governor Bill Lee, this inspiring event emphasized the state’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable growth.

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