Henry Horton State Park - Chapel Hill, Tennessee [2022]
Founded in the 1960s under the supervision of the former governor of Tennessee, Henry Horton, Henry Horton State Park, sits on the Duck River's margins―one of the most mixed ecosystems in the world. Pieces of a mill and bridge used by the family of Horton’s spouse for more than a century on the Wilhoite Mill Trail may be seen. This park is the pride of Chapel Hill, Tennessee.
Henry Horton State Park: The Essentials
Address: 4209 Nashville Hwy, Chapel Hill, TN 37034
Phone: 931-364-2222
Hours: Park Common Areas, including picnic or playground: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Website: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/henry-horton
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HenryHortonStateParkOfficial/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennesseestateparks/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYbHcD7VxBNVmtnUalSMjrA
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Henry Horton State Park Cabins
They offer many kinds of accommodation, such as follows:
An inn
Eight cabins
56 RV campsites
Ten tent campsites
Nine primitive campsites
Three back country campsites
STANDARD
Rates: $100 — $278 (excluding taxes and fees)
Rates subject to change. A $5-nonrefundable reservation fee is required per cabin.
$10 cancellation fee applies.
Pets are only allowed in assigned pet-friendly cabins. $20 per night per pet.
Cabins 1,2, and 3 are standard cabins and have the following:
full housekeeping, including appliances, cooking utensils, linens, and towels
has a charcoal grill and picnic table
cribs can be given if requested.
Cabins #4 and #5
has two bedrooms
has a queen-sized bed, living room, two bathrooms, full kitchen, central heat and air, gas fireplace, and a phone.
a sleeper sofa
Cabin #4 is accessible for handicapped
Cabin #8
Has three bedrooms and one bathroom
Has a queen-size bed
Has central heat & air, full kitchen, microwave, refrigerator with freezer, carport, and gas fireplace
Henry Horton State Park Cabins Reservations
For reservations, cabins are available year-round with a minimum of two nights (holidays and other events may oblige more extended minimum stays). It can be done up to a year in advance online. For reservations being made through the park office, you can reserve up to two years in advance.
Standard check-in time and check-out time:
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All cabins are equipped with the following:
Pots and pans
Baking sheet
Baking pan
Silverware
Cooking utensils
Plates
Glasses and coffee cups
Coffee pot
Toaster
Salt & Pepper
Can opener
Microwave
Dish soap & Sponge
Dishtowels, Trash bags
Potholders
Bar soap
Toilet paper
Henry Horton State Park Camping
CAMPSITES
Nightly rates differ based on your chosen date and availability
Applicable charges, taxes, and fees will reflect upon check-out.
The $5 reservation fee is non-refundable.
Campsites can ONLY accommodate six people and two vehicles max. Only two tents, one RV, and one tent are allowed on campsites.
All sites have tables and fire rings. Two bathhouses are available depending on the season, and one remains accessible during winter to utilize tents and small campers without self-contained equipment.
Pets are allowed but should have a leash.
Pets cannot be left leashed unattended.
There is WiFi in the campground, and firewood is sold there.
A big group tent campsite is available.
The camp store sells the following:
Basic camping supplies
Snack and drinks
Gift items like t-shirts, hats, and toys
Recently, they have added a new coffee and seating area.
BACK COUNTRY CAMPSITES
There are two back country campsites on the Adeline Wilhoite River Trail Loop. The back country sites are about a 1.5-mile hike from the camp store and can only be done through hiking. Parking is available at the camp store or the Wilhoite Mill Trailhead (2 mi.-hike.)
A primitive outhouse is available.
There are a fire pit and seating.
Six people are allowed each site.
No access to potable water
Please remember "Leave No Trace" and pack out what you pack in.
Reservations may be made online or via phone. Kindly place your receipt on your vehicle window when parking and hiking to the location.
HAMMOCK CAMPING
The state park has six, hammock-only, primitive campsites behind the RV campground. Also, you must hike-in because vehicles aren't allowed at the campsite. Only six people per six hammocks are permitted. Don't stack hammocks or cut or modify trees. There are a picnic table and a grill/fire ring. Access to WiFi is available. Please do" Leave No Trace" and pack out what you bring in. The parking is in a gravel lot, about 50 yards away from the campsites.
Henry Horton State Park Golf Course
Address: 4358 Nashville HWY, Chapel Hill, TN 37034
Phone: 931-364-2319
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Henry Horton State Park was the first state park golf course built (later became the Tennessee Golf Trail.) It was opened in the early 1960s.
The Buford Ellington championship golf course at Henry Horton State Park is one of Tennessee's best courses. The challenging course is heavily teeds packed with hardwoods and measures 5,625 yards from the Forward tees and 7,060 yards from the Championship tees.
The fairways are ample in width, and the greens are larger than the average. There are four sets of tees for each skill level. The greens have been replaced with Champion Ultradwarf Bermuda. Lastly, a friendly staff is waiting to ensure an enjoyable round of golf.
Amenities
Driving Range
Practice Green
Pull Carts
On-Site Lodging
Snack Bar
Club Rental
Tee Time Policy
Tee times are required at Henry Horton Golf Course weekly. Their staff coordinates tournament events and outings. Kindly contact the Golf Shop and speak with one of their PGA Professionals to schedule and coordinate your event, golf tournament, or food and beverage function.
Henry Horton State Park Map
Henry Horton State Park Map
