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Montgomery Bell State Park (Lake Acorn Swim Beach)

📍 Burns
Nearest Town
✅ Free
Entry Fee
💧 Warm lake water
Water Temp
🟢 Easy
Difficulty
📅 Summer
Best Season
🏖️ Lake / Reservoir 🟢 Easy Free Entry
🌊 About Montgomery Bell State Park (Lake Acorn Swim Beach)

A swim beach on Lake Acorn just steps from the newly renovated park Lodge, one of three lakes in this 3,850-acre park.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
✅ Free
Water Temperature
💧 Warm lake water
Best Season
📅 Summer
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
Lake swim beach
Managed By
Tennessee State Parks
County
Dickson County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟢 Easy
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
1020 Jackson Hill Rd, Burns, TN 37029

Access Notes:
Easy access, steps from the park Lodge; NO lifeguard on duty — swim at own risk

GPS Coordinates
36.0898, -87.2797
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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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