Boating Hiking Fishing Swimming Programs Picnics Nature Center History Special Events Other Activities Staff Friends Group Rates Seasonal Operating Schedule Pet Policy Big Ridge State Park was one of five demonstration parks developed by the Tennessee Valley Authority in cooperation with the National Park Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps as an example of public recreation development along TVA lakeshores. The heavily forested, 3,687-acre park lies on the southern shore of TVA's Norris Lake in Union County, Tennessee. Volunteers are always welcome at the park to assist with special events, help with trail maintenance and litter pick-up.
Tour buses are welcome and most roads are accessible.
Contact the park office for more information.