🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟡 Moderate Free Entry
🌊 About Natchez Trace State Park (Cub Lake & Pin Oak swim beaches)
One of the largest and most remote West Tennessee state parks, with a free public swim beach at Cub Lake and a second beach for overnight campers at Pin Oak. Lodge under reconstruction through spring 2028.
📋 Visit Details
Water Temperature
💧 Warm lake water
Water Type
Reservoir swim beaches
Managed By
Tennessee State Parks
County
Henderson / Carroll / Benton County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
24845 Natchez Trace Rd, Wildersville, TN 38388
Access Notes:
Remote, quiet park; free public beach at Cub Lake
✅ 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