Not to be confused with Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park in Greene County, Tennessee. David Crockett State Park is a state park in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The park is located on Shoal Creek originally called the (Sycamore River). and commemorates the historical activities of famous frontiersman David Crockett in the local area. Crockett settled near the creek bank in 1817 and started a powder mill, grist mill and distillery using the creek's water power. By 1820, he owned of land at Shoal Creek. He also served as one of Lawrence County's first commissioners and justices of the peace. After his industrial operations were destroyed by a flood in September 1821, Crockett left the area and moved to West Tennessee. The park was established in 1959 on of land that includes the site where Crockett had his mills and distillery. Park facilities include reconstructions of a dam and mill. A historical museum in the park, open during the summer months, is focused on Crockett's life. A covered bridge built across Shoal Creek in 1959 was destroyed by flooding in 1998 and replaced the following year. A lake offers opportunities for fishing and boating. Visitor facilities include two campgrounds and a restaurant. Seven two-bedroom visitor cabins built in the park in 2010 were the first vacation homes in a U.S. state park to receive LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
This park has a lot to offer. There is a lake with paddle boarding available. There are lots of different trails. There is a restaurant. There is a visitors center with information about the park & Crockett. There are lots of different spots with playground equipment for children. There is a campground but if you have a very large rig, you will not fit very comfortably, if you fit at all. That is the only downside of this park. I would never try to use my 32 ft 5th wheel in this park. There is a beautiful waterfall you can see but have to walk a little to get to it. And if you want to see the whole thing ans not just 1 part, you'll want to have good joints as there are so steep elevation areas. Great spot on a town you'd never look.
This Park is really one of Tennessee’s hidden Gems.
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