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DONALDSON PARK (TN), TN

Description

Donaldson Park is located within the city limits of Celina, TN. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, and picnicking among other activities. An abundance of wildlife can be seen including white-tailed deer, bald eagles, and the occasional beaver. Two picnic shelters are available for reservation. Amenities include boat launch, playground, walking/fitness trail, marble yard, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Basketball
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Comfort Station
  • Flush Toilet
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Marble Yard
  • Parking
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Tennis Courts
  • Volleyball

Alerts and Important Information

Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. This family day use area is open year-round. Alcoholic beverages and fireworks are prohibited. Two picnic shelters are reservable. The large picnic shelter measures 25'x50'. It contains 9 picnic tables and 6 side benches. Amenities include fireplace, pit grill, electric and water. The small shelter measures 24'x15'. Amenities include 6 picnic tables, pedestal grill, electric and water. Pets are welcome but must be leashed, attended at all times and pet wastes removed. The park is closed from 10 pm until 6am. All vehicles park in developed areas only. There is no overnight camping at this area. All picnic items must be removed daily. Title 36 Regulations apply. For more information call the Dale Hollow Lake Resource Manager's Office at 931-243-3136.

Getting There:

Donaldson Park (TN)
1110 JACKSON STREET
Celina TN 38551

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
36.55778, -85.50222

From Celina, TN (Hwy 52) travel East Lake Avenue. Turn onto Jefferson Street. Follow signs into park.
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Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (931)243-3136

Special Events:

    The events listed here are not intended to be an all inclusive list. Please contact the park for further details.

  • Lillydale Campground and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park are pickup points for the annual Dale Hollow Lake Eagle watch. Held on the third and forth Saturday of January, eagle enthusiasts are transported by open barge in search of wintering bald eagles. The eagle watch tours are free, but advance reservations are required. Advance reservations will be accepted beginning on Nov.15th prior to scheduled watch. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931)243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Jan 19 2008
  • Lillydale Campground and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park are pickup points for the annual Dale Hollow Lake Eagle watch. Held on the third and forth Saturday of January, eagle enthusiasts are transported by open barge in search of wintering bald eagles. The eagle watch tours are free, but advance reservations are required. Advance reservations will be accepted beginning on Nov.15th prior to scheduled watch. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931)243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Jan 26 2008
  • Kids Fishing Rodeo: Kids 15 and under join us at the Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery the first Saturday after the first Monday in June from 8am until 12pm. Fish will be caught and prizes will be given. Event held in cooperation with the Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931) 243-3136,7am until 4pm CST. on Jun 07 2008
  • Lakeshore Cleanup: Held the last Saturday in September. Show your appreciation for your public lands. Join others in helping clean up the shorelines of Dale Hollow Lake. Registration begins at 8am. Trash bags provided. A free cookout with door prizes will be held at 2pm for all cleanup participants. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931) 243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Sep 27 2008
  • Lillydale Campground and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park are pickup points for the annual Dale Hollow Lake Eagle watch. Held on the third and forth Saturday of January, eagle enthusiasts are transported by open barge in search of wintering bald eagles. The eagle watch tours are free, but advance reservations are required. Advance reservations will be accepted beginning on Nov.15th prior to scheduled watch. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931)243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Jan 01 2009
  • Lillydale Campground and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park are pickup points for the annual Dale Hollow Lake Eagle watch. Held on the third and forth Saturday of January, eagle enthusiasts are transported by open barge in search of wintering bald eagles. The eagle watch tours are free, but advance reservations are required. Advance reservations will be accepted beginning on Nov.15th prior to scheduled watch. For more information and special event dates, contact the Resource Manager's Office at (931)243-3136, 7am until 4pm CST. on Jan 24 2009