Two bathhouses with hot showers are provided and a large kitchen with equipment for preparing and serving meals is available. The group camp is open from April through October and reservations are required. Fishing requires a valid Tennessee fishing license. A sandy beach next to Big Ridge Lake provides swimming enjoyment from Memorial Day through mid-August. An enclosed, concrete-bottomed area is provided for children.
Lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours.
Three picnic areas with tables, grills and playgrounds are provided for park visitors. Three pavilions are available for larger groups. They may be reserved in advance through the park office. Fifteen miles of trails wind through the park, providing hikers with an opportunity to view birds, native plants, wildflowers and wildlife.