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Pickwick Landing State Park
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Pickwick Landing was a riverboat stop dating from the 1840's. In the 1930's,
during the depression, the site was chosen for one of the Tennessee Valley
Authority's dams on the Tennessee River. What today comprises the park was once
the living area for the TVA construction crews and their families. The property
passed from TVA to the Tennessee State Park system in the early 1970's. It was
during this time that the inn, cabins, marina and picnic shelters were
developed. Today Pickwick Landing is one of the most visited parks in the
system.
Boating/Marina
All types of boating are allowed at Pickwick Landing. There are two boat ramps
in the park, each of which are available free of charge. During summer pool,
boats of up to 60 feet can be launched.
Marina
Currently, there are 191 slips for dryboat storage, 46 sailboat slips, and 35
transient slips. There is no charge for temporary docking, but for transient
(overnight) docking there is a charge.
A service dock is available. Fuel is available: gas 89 octane, diesel, 50:1
pre-mix. Semi-v, 14 foot fishing boats may be rented here. Guide services are
not available at the park, but inquire at the Park Office and we will give you a
list of qualified guides in the area. Laundry and shower facilities are located
at the Marina Office Building.
Marina hours are from 6:00am - 10:00 pm daily. Office: 731-689-5175. Contact the
harbor master on Marine Channel 16 for directions.
Tennessee Boating Regulations (exit TDEC)
Cabins
Located near the inn, the cabins feature central heat and air, TV, a patio and
fireplace. Guests in the cabins enjoy all inn privileges including use of the
tennis courts, and swimming pool.
Each cabin has four double beds, for a capacity of eight people. Linens, dishes,
cookware, even firewood for the fireplace are all provided.
Cabins may be booked up to a year in advance.
To call for reservations: 1-800-250-8615 or 731-689-3135
Camping
The campground has a total of 48 sites with hook-ups. Thirteen sites have
20/30/50 amp electric, 4 sites have 20/30 amp electric, and 31 sites have 20 amp
electric only. Each campsite has a picnic table and a grill.
All campsites are available on a first come-first serve basis.
Conference Facility
Our conference rooms can be tailored to fit a large variety of functions. Each
room is equipped with data port access for your computer requirements. Any
catering function can be tailored to fit your meeting needs.
The Park can provide:
* Slide projector
* TV, VCR and Sound System Equipment
* Overhead projector
* Flip chart stands
* Screen
* Telephone
* Podium
Conference Rooms (.pdf format)
Conference Facility Floorplan, Capacities and Dimensions (.pdf format)
Fishing
Fishing at it's finest on the beautiful Kentucky Lake/TN River--some people say
that's what it's all about! Imagine more than 100 species scattered over broad
expanses of fresh water and lurking in hundreds of secluded coves. Crappie,
bass, catfish, sauger, walleye, bluegill, stripes, and more - they're singing a
siren song just for you. There's something for everyone, from the expert angler
with the fancy gear (some of the biggest tournaments are staged here) to the kid
on the bank with a cane pole . and everywhere in between. There are two fishing
piers available.
Valid TN Fishing license required.
Tennessee Fishing Regulations (exit TDEC)
Tennessee State Parks fishing policies
Park Inn
Completed and made operational July 1, 2001, the Inn and Restaurant overlook
beautiful Pickwick Lake. All 119 rooms have a picturesque view of the lake. The
Inn also has a new gift shop, exercise room with Nautilus equipment, an indoor
and outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a day use area with tennis courts.
Pickwick Resort Inn, a popular lodging destination, stays busy year round.
Reservations may be made one year in advance or two years for groups.
All Inn rooms and the conference areas are ADA compliant.
To call for reservations: 1-800-250-8615 or 731-689-3135
Restaurant
The restaurant specializes in fine southern cuisine at popular prices. Our
catering menu can be tailored to fit any need and function from whole lobster to
barbeque picnics. We offer a buffet and A-La-Carte menus. Persons with special
dietary needs can be accommodated on request.
Breakfast hours: 7am - 10am
Lunch hours: 11am - 2pm
Dinner hours: 4:30pm - 9pm
Picnic Facilities
There are five shelters on the park. Two of the shelters, located on the lake,
were built by the CCC in the late 1930's. Of the other three, two also offer
lake front views, while the third is located adjacent to the parks playground.
Up to 150 people can be accomodated at the pavilions. Two of the shelters can be
reserved up to a year in advance for a small fee. All of the shelters have
grills, 2 have running water. The main picnic area is accessible to wheelchairs.
There are 100+ tables located throughout the park. Most offer lake front
picnicking while others are located near the playground. All picnic tables have
grills, none have running water.
Special Events
Christmas in the Park
Swimming
In addition to the inn pool (available to inn and cabin guests only) Pickwick
Landing has three public swimming beaches. Circle Beach and **Sandy Beach are
located in the park's day-use area and the third is located across the lake at
Bruton Branch primitive area. All together, there are about two miles of public
swimming beach at Pickwick. Swimming is not supervised at the beaches. Restrooms
are available.
Gift Shop
The gift shop offers a wide assortment of gifts, collectibles and souvenirs. You
can choose from a variety of items such as a cap and t-shirt to a crystal
ornament or a walking stick hand crafted in Tennessee, picture frames, magnets,
mugs, and plush animals for the kids. And if you have forgotten your toothbrush,
we have that too! Please come in, browse and enjoy.
Get-Away-Package Specials
Check out our special Get-Away-Packages and take advantage of special discounts
on inn rooms, etc.
Tour Buses
Tour buses are welcome at the park. |
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