Middle Fork Bottoms State Park

Nestled in the heart of West Tennessee, Middle Fork Bottoms State Park offers a unique blend of rich history and natural beauty. Spanning approximately 860 acres, this park transformed from a floodplain restoration project in 2018 into a thriving habitat. Originally managed by the West Tennessee River Basin Authority, the park boasts 250,000 newly planted hardwood trees, over 200 acres of restored wetlands, and two miles of revitalized streams.

Visitors can immerse themselves in the park’s diverse landscapes, which include fishing areas, paddle craft access on Middle Fork Lake, and four miles of scenic walking trails. The park features multiple wetland areas, five lakes (four fishable), and native grassland habitat. Visitors will also find a newly planted bald cypress grove covering five acres, various waterfowl habitats, and vast areas of sycamore and cottonwood trees.