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    Montgomery Bell State Park

    142 Reviews
    #1 of 1 things to do in Burns
    Visitor Centers, State Parks, Traveler Resources, Nature & Parks
    1020 Jackson Hill Rd, Burns, TN 37029-5040
    +1 615-797-9052
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    “Beautiful park with comfortable accommodations!”

    Many in our family were there for a wedding weekend: some stayed in the cabins and some in the... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    45Sandi
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    “Get away!!”

    Went over and spent the night at Montgomery Bell State Park very nice accommodations. Drove over to... read more

    Reviewed March 18, 2018
    Johnny B
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    Montgomery Bell State Park is located seven miles east of Dickson in Dickson County. The park was once the center of iron industry in Middle Tennessee. Montgomery Bell State Park is equipped with a conference center that can host up to 500 people. The onsite restaurant is open daily and available to cater events. Within the center, the inn offers 120 rooms and five suites. The park also has eight environmentally-friendly modern cabins available for rent. The park’s campground can accommodate 60 ft. campers on most electrical sites. The campground has on-site sewer at 40 sites and can accommodate small pop-up campers and large RVs. There are 94 campsites available at the park. There are many activities to try at the park. Most notably, are hiking, biking, golf and fishing. There are nearly 19 miles of trails throughout the park with one that follows the circumference of the park. The Par 72, 18-hole golf course is a local treasure. The clubhouse, with snack bar and pro shop, also has a furnished patio that can be reserved for events. There are three lakes within Montgomery Bell State Park for fishing and boating. Paddle boats, jon boats, canoes and kayaks are available for rent at the park.

    About Montgomery Bell State Park

    Montgomery Bell State Park is located seven miles east of Dickson in Dickson County. The park was once the center of iron industry in Middle Tennessee. Montgomery Bell State Park is equipped with a conference center that can host up to 500 people. The onsite restaurant is open daily and available to cater events. Within the center, the inn offers 120 rooms and five suites. The park also has eight environmentally-friendly modern cabins available for rent. The park’s campground can accommodate 60 ft. campers on most electrical sites. The campground has on-site sewer at 40 sites and can accommodate small pop-up campers and large RVs. There are 94 campsites available at the park. There are many activities to try at the park. Most notably, are hiking, biking, golf and fishing. There are nearly 19 miles of trails throughout the park with one that follows the circumference of the park. The Par 72, 18-hole golf course is a local treasure. The clubhouse, with snack bar and pro shop, also has a furnished patio that can be reserved for events. There are three lakes within Montgomery Bell State Park for fishing and boating. Paddle boats, jon boats, canoes and kayaks are available for rent at the park.
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    1020 Jackson Hill Rd, Burns, TN 37029-5040
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Beautiful park with comfortable accommodations!

    Many in our family were there for a wedding weekend: some stayed in the cabins and some in the inn. The cabins are spacious: one king bed with private bath in master bedroom (bath tub and shower combo) and two doubles in second bedroom with...More

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    Tennessee S, Owner at Montgomery Bell State Park, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks to your family for choosing to have the wedding at Montgomery Bell State Park! We are very pleased to know all of our cabins and inn rooms and park amenities met your expectations.

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    Reviewed March 18, 2018 via mobile
    Get away!!

    Went over and spent the night at Montgomery Bell State Park very nice accommodations. Drove over to Charlotte Tennessee the next morning look at some of the old buildings.

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    Reviewed February 2, 2018
    An Great Hideaway Spot not far from Nashville

    The park was very family-friendly, well-kept, and had lots of options for things to do. Would definitely go again!

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    Tennessee S, Owner at Montgomery Bell State Park, responded to this reviewResponded February 9, 2018

    Come back and visit us for a getaway soon! Our summer programming will keep your family busy:)!

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    Reviewed January 4, 2018 via mobile
    Great place to hangout

    We camp here often as a family and with small groups. It is local for us, so it is nice to always see people you know. The park is easy to get to know well, yet has plenty to do. It’s best for hanging out,...More

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    Tennessee S, Owner at Montgomery Bell State Park, responded to this reviewResponded January 9, 2018

    Thanks for sharing all the things you enjoy about camping at Montgomery Bell! We have many improvements coming to the Inn in the near future! We're excited your family and small groups can enjoy those in the coming years.

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    Reviewed November 7, 2017
    Great place for a day hike, swimming, boating, or a en easy overnight

    Very friendly and helpful park rangers. Surprisingly nice scenery (two lakes in the trail system). The Montgomery Bell trail is 10.5 miles long and has 3 shelters for an easy backpacking trip. Plenty of shorter trails too depending on your needs. Can swim, fish, and...More

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    Reviewed October 8, 2017 via mobile
    "Worst camping experience ever"

    Pretty place, too bad the campground rules are ignored and not enforced. Sites are too crowded next to playground. Kids constantly walking through our campsite. Large groups at a couple campsites, one close to us being loud past midnight. The one that done me in...More

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    Reviewed October 2, 2017
    Nice

    Wow what a nice park. Friendly people. Bathrooms were clean. Lots of kids on bikes though so be careful. We stayed here so that my niece would have a place to change into her wedding gown as she was married in the little church there....More

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    Reviewed September 12, 2017
    A wonderful, clean state park - amazing place to stay.

    Trails, playground, great camping, open fields for games, etc. A little bit for everyone. Off the beaten path makes for a quiet spot for a variety of interests. Dickson is just a few miles to the west - with a great main street and local...More

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    Reviewed August 15, 2017
    Love this place!

    One of my most favorite places. The other campers were fun and friendly, the camp hosts are the absolute best, and the hiking is terrific. Very scenic! The Inn has a restaurant with good food as an option to cooking at your campsite every meal....More

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    Reviewed July 28, 2017
    This poor review concerns the Inn, not the park

    Regarding the Inn, it was quite a disappointment. It's in disrepair (see photos), and if you like to swim, be forewarned, the pools are bad news: run down and grimy (including the beach, the outdoor pool, and the indoor pool). The food in the restaurant...More

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    Tabitha F
    July 11, 2016|
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    Response from bonitadc | Reviewed this property |
    I did not stay at the hotel, rather, we just enjoyed the outdoors and grounds, and the lake. I saw several people walking their dogs. It's a state park, and has no signs prohibiting pets on the grounds - in fact, there is... More
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    January 16, 2016|
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    Response from tebreuer |
    Look at the campground map and it will show which are creekside. I liked the one at the north end of that group (with sewer) site 100, but they all look good. I think we stayed on 116 once and liked it also.
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