🌤 Weather at Walker Branch State Natural Area by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40–81 °F | 66–91 °F | 40–86 °F | 30–56 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Savannah 6 SW, 3 mi away, elevation 420 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Walker Branch State Natural Area is a Class II Natural Scientific State Natural Area of about 524 acres in Hardin County, Tennessee. It lies about 4 miles southwest of Savannah. The EPA places it in the Northern Hilly Gulf Coastal Plain ecoregion (Level IV), part of the Southeastern Plains.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Designation | Class II Natural Scientific State Natural Area (TDEC) |
| Size | About 524 acres (TDEC boundary data) |
| County | Hardin County |
| Ecoregion | Northern Hilly Gulf Coastal Plain (EPA Level IV) |
| Managed by | Tennessee Division of Natural Areas (TDEC public-access lands data) |
Keep exploring: The closest park profiles are Pickwick Landing State Park (about 8 miles), Carroll Cabin Barrens State Natural Area (about 24 miles) and Big Hill Pond State Park (about 28 miles). Distances are straight-line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Walker Branch State Natural Area?
It is in Hardin County, Tennessee, about 4 miles southwest of Savannah. The closest park profile on this site is Pickwick Landing State Park, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
Who manages Walker Branch State Natural Area?
TDEC’s public-access lands data list the Tennessee Division of Natural Areas as the manager.
Before you go: Check current access and parking with the Tennessee Division of Natural Areas on its page for Walker Branch State Natural Area.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Walker Branch State Natural Area
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Dogs, cats and other pets are permitted in Tennessee State Parks, including all campgrounds, if leashed, crated or otherwise under physical restrictive control at all times.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- 6 ft physical leash required; pets must not be left unattended
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are prohibited on designated swimming beaches and at pools at all times
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets prohibited in park lodges and cabins except designated pet-friendly units; each park offers a limited number of pet-friendly lodge rooms and one pet-friendly cabin ($20 per pet per night)
- Pet fees statewide rule
- No day-use or campground pet fee; $20 per pet per night in designated lodge rooms/cabins
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Park management may post additional no-pet areas on trails; proof of rabies vaccination may be required
Are dogs allowed at Walker Branch State Natural Area?
Dogs, cats and other pets are permitted in Tennessee State Parks, including all campgrounds, if leashed, crated or otherwise under physical restrictive control at all times. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via tnstateparks.com. More: Tennessee state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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