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    Rock Island State Park swimming areas

    Rock Island State Park, Rock Island, TennesseeWaterfall pool on Caney Fork River and Center Hill LakeSwimming areas available

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    Rock Island State Park has a natural sand beach and river swimming areas, with swimming prohibited in dangerous sections of the gorge.

    Water
    Waterfall pool, Caney Fork River and Center Hill Lake
    Entry
    Free day-use entry
    Swim hours
    7:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily
    Facilities
    Natural sand beach, boat ramp, restrooms, picnic areas
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguard
    Managed by
    Tennessee State Parks

    Getting there

    The park is at 82 Beach Road, Rock Island, Tennessee. The natural sand beach is accessed from Beach Road; gorge access uses park trails.

    35.8085, -85.6415

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Obey posted warnings and warning sirens.
    • Leave the gorge if water rises or warning sirens sound.
    • Do not swim or wade from the TVA powerhouse downstream to the main beach boat ramp.
    • Do not swim at Twin Falls or Blue Hole.

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    Questions about Rock Island State Park swimming areas

    Can you swim at Rock Island State Park swimming areas?

    Yes, swimming is available at the park’s natural sand beach and permitted areas. Swimming and wading are prohibited near Twin Falls, Blue Hole, and from the TVA powerhouse downstream to the main beach boat ramp.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Rock Island State Park swimming areas?

    Free day-use entry

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