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Henry Horton State Park
State Park Information
State Park Overview
Camping
Henry Horton State Park provides 75 campsites situated along the Duck River, designated a state scenic river. Twenty-one sites are primitive camp sites recommended for tents only. There is a large group site for primitive camping. The other 54 sites have tables, grills, water spigots and electrical hook-ups. Campers are served by two modern bathhouses and a dump station for self-contained trailer rigs.
All campsites are available on a first come-first served basis. Campers can set up on vacant sites and a seasonal camp attendant or Park Ranger will visit to the site to register users, usually in the late afternoon. The stay limit is two weeks.
Picnicking
Henry Horton has 83 picnic sites in a very scenic picnic area located on the shores of the Duck River. Tables and grills are provided and water, restrooms, playgrounds and
playfields are located nearby.
There are 4 large group picnic pavilions located nearby, capable of accommodating 125 people and equipped with grills and water spigots.
Picnic Shelters are available by reservation only! Please contact the park at 931-364-7724.
Swimming
The park has an olympic-sized pool with bathhouses and a concession stand. The pool is open from Memorial Day week-end through Labor Day. Ample sunbathing space is provided with the pool area and
there is a wading pool for the kiddies. Lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours. Registered cabin guests swim free.
Camping guests swim at discounted rate with a camping receipt.