State Park Discounts (100% Disabled Veterans)
50% off camping and overnight cabin lodging fees year-round for TN resident veterans with 100% service-connected disability.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — Tennessee
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- 50% off lodging
- Where it applies
- Tennessee
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is State Park Discounts (100% Disabled Veterans)?
State Park Discounts (100% Disabled Veterans) is a Tennessee recreation & parks benefit for veterans. 50% off camping and overnight cabin lodging fees year-round for TN resident veterans with 100% service-connected disability. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is 50% off lodging.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Tennessee residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Tennessee resident veterans with a 100% total service-connected disability. All veteran discounts require proof of prior military duty; acceptable IDs for proof of eligibility include a VA benefits card, retired military ID, or a DD-214. Proof of residency is also required, which would simply be a TN driver's license or a vehicle registered in Tennessee.
What State Park Discounts (100% Disabled Veterans) covers
Coverage
A 50% discount off camping and overnight cabin lodging fees. Premium sites excluded.
Important to know
Verify current details with the official source: https://www.tn.gov/veteran/veteran-benefits/tn-state-benefits/state-parks/discounted-rates.html
How to apply for State Park Discounts (100% Disabled Veterans)
How to apply
Present proof of eligibility (VA benefits card, retired military ID, or DD-214) and proof of Tennessee residency (TN driver's license or TN-registered vehicle).
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: tn.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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