They ARE NOT ALLOWED in these areas unless they are with a PARENT:
(NO exceptions if under 18)
-The lake
-Behind the dormitories or other buildings, (they need to be seen at all times)
-Dormitory decks, balconies or basements
-The edge of the forest or in the forest
-The Fire Pit, (we have had problems with children playing in the sacred fire, this is not only disrespectful it is dangerous.)
-Ritual Area and Ritual, (Children SHOULD NOT play in the ritual areas and are only allowed in ritual with a parent.)
-Kitchen, (Children ARE NOT allowed in the kitchen, there are too many dangers for young ones, these does exclude those old enough to assist in clean up.)
Parents are responsible for their children and the messes that they make. It is your responsibility to make sure your child is taken care of at all times.
It shall be unlawful to:
Remove or destroy property or vegetation.
Dispose of rubbish except in cans provided.
Bring dogs in park except on leash.
Ride horses except on bridle trail.
Possess firearms or explosives in park.
Build fires except in places provided.
Exceed 25 M.P.H. speed or as posted.
Dispose of liquid waste near public water.
Change clothes except in bathhouse and cabins.
Possess intoxicating beverages.
Be intoxicated or disorderly.
Swim or boat ride except where designated.
Solicit or vend without written permission.
Enter or occupy areas posted as closed.
Public Acts of 1937, Chapter 33, Section 69; Sections 5199-5200, Code of Tennessee
This is your state park
Department of Conservation
Tennessee Division of State Parks
IT'S THE LAW
Authority TCA 11-1-108 and TCA 11-1-109
From: Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of Tennessee State Parks
Vehicles:
All vehicles shall be parked in the designated parking lot.
0400-2-5-.18
Alcoholic Beverages:
Consumption and/or public display of any container of alcohol beverage within state park areas which are open to the general public is forbidden.
0400-2-2-.14.
Audio devices:
The operation or use of any audio devices including radios and musical instruments in such a manner to unreasonably annoy persons in picnic areas or at other public places is prohibited.
0400-2-2-.03
Dogs, cats, pets:
Pets are prohibited inside lodges, pools, and cabins at all times. All dogs and cats outside must be crated, caged, or on a leash.
0400-2-2-.08
Fireworks:
The use or possession of fireworks and firecrackers is prohibited in Tennessee State Parks.
0400-2-2-.09
Report of Injury or Damage: All incidents resulting in injury to persons or damage to property must be reported by the person or persons involved as soon as possible to the Park Ranger on duty. 0400-2-2-.20
