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Henry Horton State Park (Duck River)

📍 Chapel Hill
Nearest Town
✅ Free
Entry Fee
💧 Warm river water
Water Temp
🟢 Easy
Difficulty
📅 Summer
Best Season
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🌊 About Henry Horton State Park (Duck River)

State park along the Duck River between Murfreesboro and Franklin, popular for canoeing and casual river swimming.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
✅ Free
Water Temperature
💧 Warm river water
Best Season
📅 Summer
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
River access
Managed By
Tennessee State Parks
County
Marshall County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟢 Easy
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
4358 Nashville Hwy, Chapel Hill, TN 37034

Access Notes:
Easy park access along the Duck River

GPS Coordinates
35.5979, -86.6974
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✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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    Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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    Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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    Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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    Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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    Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace
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