This Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, offers a unique opportunity to celebrate with mom by enjoying a special meal together at one of eight Tennessee State Parks. Each park is preparing to welcome families with a variety of dining options that promise to make this day memorable. Here’s what you need to know about the participating parks and their Mother’s Day meal offerings.
**Pickwick Landing State Park** is serving a Mother’s Day Special in addition to its regular Sunday lunch menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Restaurant at Pickwick Landing, located at 120 Playground Loop, Counce, TN. No reservations are required, but the entire party must be present before seating. The cost is $20 per person, excluding drinks, tax, or gratuity, with discounts available for children, seniors, and military members.
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**Natchez Trace State Park** invites guests to enjoy a Mother’s Day Buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Restaurant at Natchez Trace, 567 Pin Oak Lodge Rd., Lexington, TN. Reservations are needed for groups of eight or more, with a deadline of May 11 at 3 p.m. Pricing is set at $20.95, not including additional costs.
At **David Crockett State Park**, Crockett’s Mill Restaurant is offering an All You Care to Eat breakfast and lunch buffet, with breakfast from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at 1400 West Gaines, Lawrenceburg, TN, the restaurant operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and pricing varies between $21 for breakfast and $29 for lunch, excluding additional costs.
**Montgomery Bell State Park** features a lunch buffet with seatings at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at The Restaurant at Montgomery Bell, 1000 Hotel Ave., Burns, TN. Reservations are required and can be made via phone, text, or email, with prices at $29.95 for adults and special rates for children and groups.
**Fall Creek Falls State Park** offers a lunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Restaurant at Fall Creek Falls, 2536 Lakeside Drive, Spencer, TN. Reservations are necessitated with a cut-off date of May 8, and the cost is $36 per person, not including additional fees.
**Cumberland Mountain State Park** presents a lunch buffet with multiple seating times at Homestead Harvest Restaurant, 24 Office Dr., Crossville, TN. While reservations are not required, they are accepted for larger parties, with pricing at $28 per person, excluding additional costs.
**Paris Landing State Park** will maintain regular meal service, including a complimentary continental breakfast for the Lodge guests, with lunch and dinner options available at The Restaurant at Paris Landing, 400 Lodge Rd., Buchanan, TN.
Lastly, **Henry Horton State Park** is offering lunch with seatings at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Conference Hall, 4201 Nashville Hwy., Chapel Hill, TN. Reservations are compulsory with a deadline of May 6 at noon, and the cost is $20 per person, excluding additional fees.
In addition to dining, Tennessee State Parks also highlight excellent gift opportunities for Mother’s Day, such as a subscription to the Tennessee Conservationist magazine or various merchandise available through their online shop. For more details on these offerings, visit the Tennessee State Parks website.
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