Big Cypress Tree State Park

Big Cypress Tree State Park is a natural area in Tennessee with hiking trails through forested ground and information signs about native plants and animals. The space sits within the Obion River watershed and provides habitat for various wildlife species.

The park was originally known for a giant bald cypress tree that lived for about 1350 years until a lightning strike destroyed it in 1976. This tree shaped the identity of this place for centuries because of its extraordinary age and size.

Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation manages this natural space for education about ecosystem preservation and local wildlife observation.

Visitors can easily access the hiking trails and information signs help you learn about local plants and wildlife. The grounds are designed for nature lovers of any age and offer relaxed ways to explore.

The original cypress tree measured about 13 feet in diameter and was one of the largest recorded specimens in the eastern United States. Its existence over so many centuries makes this place a rare record of extreme longevity in nature.

Location: Tennessee

Website: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/big-cypress-tree

GPS coordinates: 36.20007,-88.88895

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24