Big Ridge State Park
Big Ridge State Park / My TN State Park Fundraiser 2026
'Love to sit by the lake, listen to the rustle of the trees, spy a deer, and just relax. The Rangers and Super are doing an outstanding job keeping the park clean and trying to restore the historical buildings as well as the area's history.'
Give back to the park that gave you your favorite memories.
Now's your chance to show your love for Big Ridge State Park. During the My TN State Parks Fundraiser in April, every donation is a vote for Big Ridge State Park as your favorite Tennessee State Park, and an investment in its future.
With each vote, you're helping fund meaningful improvements such as constructing hiking trails and bridges, conserving habitats for wildlife, upgrading playgrounds, installing interpretive signage, and enhancing care for our raptor friends.
When you give, you help make these projects possible, creating a better and more enjoyable experience for everyone who visits our state parks.
About Big Ridge State Park
Big Ridge State Park, surrounded by the Appalachian Ridge and Valley range, is defined by forested ridges, fertile valleys, and the scenic beauty of its lake. Visitors can explore miles of hiking trails that wind along dry ridges, through lush hollows, across old roadbeds, and beside lakeshores, cemeteries, and remnants of early settlements. Guests can also camp on or near Norris Lake, with sites available for RVs, trailers, and tent campers.