Pickwick Landing State Park - Counce, TN - Tennessee State Parks

BOATING
All types of boating are allowed at Pickwick Landing. There are two public boat ramps in the park, each of which is available free of charge. During summer pool, boats of up to 60 feet can be launched.

MARINA
The park also has a full service marina located on the south bank of the Tennessee River. The marina store sells boat supplies, hats, shirts, snacks and other items, but no bait. Bait can be purchased from local vendors. There are different types of boats available for rent at our park. All boat rentals are located at the marina. To learn more about the marina, click here.
CANOE RENTAL
Canoe – These are rented for $7.00 per hour or $25.00 per day plus tax. Canoe rentals include two paddles and two personal floatation devices. You may call 731-689-7063 to reserve.
FISHING BOAT RENTAL
Small motorized fishing boat – These boats have a 9.9 hp. gas powered motor. They are rented a half day for $30.00 or a full day for $50.00 plus tax. These boats include two paddles, two seat cushions, two personal floatation devices, and an anchor upon request. The fuel tank is full upon possession and is required to be full at upon the return. Please call 731-689-7063.
PONTOON BOAT RENTAL
There are also various types of pontoons available for rent at our park. These type boats are rented from a private company called, Pickwick Boat Rentals, Inc. Information for these type boats can be found at the following website: http://pickwickboatrentalsinc.com/index.html or you may call 731-689-5359.

BIRDING
Pickwick Landing is one of the best state parks in west Tennessee for winter birding. With a spotting scope, scan the reservoir for grebes, loons, gulls and ducks. Hundreds to thousands of ring-billed gulls and American coots are a common site. Common loons, pied-billed and horned grebes are also commonly seen.
The park is one of the best places in west Tennessee to find brown-headed nuthatches throughout the year. In spring and fall, songbird migration can be excellent along the woodland edges and along the 2.8-mile Island Loop hiking trail. Many nesting birds are present in the summer. Over 145 species of birds have been identified in the park. For more locations, View Flyer.

DISC GOLF
The Pickwick Landing Disc Golf Course is located on beautiful Pickwick Landing State Park. The course begins next to the Inn and finishes with a beautiful view of Pickwick Lake. The course was designed to be beginner friendly while still providing an element of challenge for more experienced players. Some tees utilize existing hard surfaces and some are carpet. Each tee is marked with two red wood blocks. The park features an inn, restaurant, and campground players can utilize. Course maps are available at the front desk of the inn or at the park office.

SWIMMING
Pickwick Landing has three public swimming beaches. Circle Beach and Sandy Beach are located in the park's day-use area and the third is located across the lake at Bruton Branch primitive area. Altogether, there are about two miles of public swimming beach at Pickwick. Swimming is not supervised at the beaches. Restrooms are available. The inn offers an indoor pool and an outdoor pool from Memorial Day to Labor Day exclusively for our cabin and inn guests.

FISHING
The park is located on the Tennessee River at mile marker 207.6. Below the dam is Pickwick Lake, a reservoir of the Tennessee River with fisheries similar to those listed for Kentucky Lake. It too is known for great sport fishing and numerous local and national fishing tournaments. The tailwaters provide excellent fishing for Sauger (winter/spring), White and Yellow Bass (spring), Striped Bass (spring through fall) and catfish year round. The river is located in three states, so check license requirements. Fishing is productive from the bank and by boat.

GOLFING
The Pickwick Landing State Park Golf Course is located close to the border of Mississippi and Alabama within the proximity of Pickwick Dam. The course was opened in May 1973 and is a favorite of the locals as well as destination golfers. Every hole is tree-lined. Out of bounds guards 11 holes and there are a total of 21 bunkers found throughout the course.
Pickwick Landing Golf Course is host to the St. Jude’s Charity Golf Tournament and hosts several district and regional high school events during the year.

HIKING
Island Loop Trail — 2.8 Miles — Natural Surface — Easy
Inn Walking Trail — 1.2 Miles — Paved Surface — Easy

THE INN
The Inn at Pickwick Landing State Park
Rates: $80 — $245
Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change.
The park inn has 119 rooms each with a picturesque view of the lake. Room amenities include cable TV, coffee maker and hairdryer. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are exclusively for cabin and inn guests. A few single king rooms are fully handicap accessible. Ask about an upgrade to a hotel suite.
The inn has a restaurant, gift shop, laundry facilities, meeting rooms, exercise rooms and convenient access to the lake.

GROUP FACILITIES
Pickwick Landing - Meeting and Conference Rooms
Rates: $125 — $900
Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change.
The conference center offers over 6,000 square feet of meeting/banquet space. All conferences, meetings and banquets are catered by The Captain's Galley Restaurant, making it easy to plan your next function. All meeting rooms have wireless Internet. The conference center lobby is multi-use and will accommodate approximately 12 vendor booths. Audio/visual equipment is available for rent.
Conference Room A, B and C are $300 each. Conference rooms A and C are each 41'x53'. Conference room B is 39'x53' making a combined total of 121'x53'.
Conference Room C can be partitioned into three rooms. These rooms, C1, C2 and C3 are $125 each and are 41'x17'.
The Board Room is $125 and is 30'x17'.

CABINS
STANDARD
Rates: $120 — $140
Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change. $5 reservation fee per cabin is non-refundable. $10 cancellation fee per cabin applies.
Located near the inn, Pickwick Landing has 10 standard cabins with two bedrooms and one bathroom. One bedroom has a king bed and the second bedroom has two queen beds, accommodating up to six people. The cabins also feature a full kitchen, central heat and air, a patio, outdoor grill, cable TV and fireplace. All cookware, dishes and linens are provided.
Guests in the cabins enjoy all inn privileges including use of the tennis courts, and swimming pool.

CAMPING
Rates: $10.50 — $31.25
Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change. $5 reservation fee per site is non-refundable.
PICKWICK LANDING CAMPGROUND
The beautiful wooded campground has 48 sites, each equipped with a table, a grill and electrical and water hook-up. Bathhouse and dump station are centrally located. Open year-round. Fourteen sites have 20/30/50 amp electric, two ADA compliant sites have 20/30 amp electric, 30 sites have 20/30 amp electric and two sites have 20/50 amp electric.
BRUTON BRANCH RECREATION AREA
This primitive campground and picnic area is located on the north side of Pickwick Lake just off Highway 128. The campground has 33 sites, most of which are located on the lake. There are no electrical or water sources at individual campsites, however there is a bath house with showers. Non-treated well water is available as a water source at the bath house. A playground and boat ramp are available. This campground is open year-round.

PAVILIONS
Rates: $75 — $500
Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change.
Pickwick Landing State Park has six picnic shelters/pavilions that may be reserved for your next event or gathering. The shelters are equipped with picnic tables, a grill and access to restrooms.
SHELTER 1
Located atop of a lovely rolling hillside, Shelter 1 has views of the marina and inn. A paved walking trail makes this shelter easily accessible from the Inn and its large trees provide plenty of cool shade in the summer months. The surrounding grounds create lots of open space for activities. The shelter has a built-in, extral large charcoal grill with picnic tables water and electric and nearby restrooms. Capacity with adjacent space is approximately 125 people.
SHELTER 2
One of our venues with the most stunning views, Shelter 2 overlooks both Pickwick Lake and Pickwick Dam. Sunset views are particularly stunning from this vantage point. For an additional fee, the adjacent beach area may also be rented and the area made inaccessible to other park guests. The shelter has a fire pit, water and electric, adjacent restrooms and parking, and a lighted flag pole. Capacity with adjacent space is approximately 300 people.
SHELTER 3
Tucked in alongside a wooded area behind the inn this shelter has lovely lake views and the many trees provide plenty of shade. Shelter 3 is a good choice for family gatherings, with grills and picnic tables nearby. Although there is no water or electric, there is nearby parking and the venue is close to the walking trail. Capacity with adjacent space is approximately 60 people.
SHELTER 4
Shelter 4 offers a beautiful view of Pickwick Lake and is beside a peninsula. The area is both wooded and sunny. For an additional fee, this venue can be added to Shelter 5, which is just around the corner, creating additional space as need requires. Although there is no water and electric the venue offers beautiful views, nearby parking includes the peninsula. Capacity with adjacent space is approximately 200 people.
SHELTER 5
Another beautiful venue, Shelter 5 offers lake views from a wooded hilltop. A large area surrounding the shelter ensures plenty of room for your group. Should you need more space, you may add Shelter 4, which adjoins Shelter 5. An additional rental fee will apply. This shelter has water and electric, nearby parking and a non-working stone fireplace. Capacity with adjacent space is appoximately 100 people.
SHELTER 6
The most charming venue of them all, Shelter 6 is nestled in a wooded area on a grassy lot with a small glimpse of the lake, depending on the season. This venue is near the boat launch area so it can be a busy place at certain times of the year. The stone and timber shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The classic shelter has water, nearby parking and restrooms and a historical marker. Capacity with adjacent space is approximately 200 people.
Reservations may be made by calling the park inn at 731-689-3135.

CAPTAIN'S GALLEY RESTAURANT
Located on the Tennessee River, The Captain’s Galley at Pickwick Landing State Park offers Southern cuisine with a modern flair. Known for its affordable casual dining and scenic lake views, the restaurant is a destination for recreational boaters docking at the Pickwick Marina, guests staying at the park’s inn and cabins and diners from the surrounding communities. Catering is available for events located at Pickwick Landing State Park.

MARINA
Pickwick Landing State Park Marina is located at mile marker 208, along the south bank of the Tennessee River near Pickwick Dam. The full-service marina sells ethanol-free gas and diesel fuel, ice, beer, general supplies, has a 24-hour self-serve pump-out service, and offers free transportation to the park inn, restaurant, campground and golf course. Boat rentals are also available. A three lane boat ramp is available for no fee.
For more than 40 years the marina has served the recreational and tournament fishing needs of the community. The marina has overnight dockage (transient docking) available for boats up to 80 ft in length. Covered and un-covered slips, sail boat slips and dry storage are available at monthly or yearly rates. Certain slips come equipped with water, cable & electrical services depending on the size. Showers, restrooms, laundry as well as Wi-Fi are also available.
The harbormaster/marina manager can be reached on vhf channel (16) or by calling 731-689-5175. Fax 731 689-5714. The 24-hour emergency number is 256-259-5814 or 800-888-4869 (there is a fee for this Tow Boat U.S. service).

CANOE RENTAL
Canoe – These are rented for $7.00 per hour or $25.00 per day plus tax. Canoe rentals include two paddles and two personal floatation devices. You may call 731-689-7063 to reserve.

FISHING BOAT RENTAL
Small motorized fishing boat – These boats have a 9.9 hp. gas powered motor. They are rented a half day for $30.00 or a full day for $50.00 plus tax. These boats include two paddles, two seat cushions, two personal floatation devices, and an anchor upon request. The fuel tank is full upon possession and is required to be full at upon the return. For reservations, please call 731-689-7063.

PONTOON BOAT RENTAL
There are also various types of pontoons available for rent at our park. These type boats are rented from a private company called, Pickwick Boat Rentals, Inc. Information for these type boats can be found at the following website: http://pickwickboatrentalsinc.com/index.html or you may call 731-689-5359.