About Smith Springs
Smith Springs Recreation Area is a lakeside oasis in the hills of middle Tennessee, providing visitors with countless recreational activities on the lake and in the surrounding woods and grasslands.
Seasonal information
2026
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2026 Season availability
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Currently open - Apr 15 to Oct 16
Location Smith Springs
Address:
3060 Smith Springs Road
Antioch, TN, 37013
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 36.0889 / -86.5889
Elevation: 156 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- No off-road vehicles permitted
- 12 vehicles allowed for group shelter reservation
- Skunks frequent the area; store food in approved containers
- Activities other than picnicking in the group shelters must be pre-approved by the Resource Manager
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 3, 2026
Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers