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Big Hill Pond State Park

📍 Pocahontas
Nearest Town
✅ Free
Entry Fee
💧 Warm, variable
Water Temp
🟡 Moderate
Difficulty
📅 Summer
Best Season
🏖️ Lake / Reservoir 🟡 Moderate Free Entry
🌊 About Big Hill Pond State Park

A less-visited West Tennessee park with cypress boardwalks and a fire tower; swimming is secondary to hiking and paddling here.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
✅ Free
Water Temperature
💧 Warm, variable
Best Season
📅 Summer
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
Small lake (limited/no designated swim beach)
Managed By
Tennessee State Parks
County
McNairy County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
11499 Big Hill Pond Rd, Pocahontas, TN 38061

Access Notes:
Boardwalks through cypress forest; primarily a hiking/paddling park

GPS Coordinates
35.0440, -88.7301
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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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