I have to boast a bit. Today (Sept. 26, 2007) Tennessee State Parks was selected as best in the country. An excerpt from the park web site:
The Gold Medal Award is presented by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in partnership with the NRPA. It is the highest honor a park system can receive within our industry. Receiving the 2007 Gold Medal Award marks a milestone day for Tennessee, our department and our state parks.
In just five years, we have moved from budget crises, closed parks and restrictive access fees to a vibrant state park system recognized for exceptional environmental stewardship, expanded programs and deep public support.