If you’re looking for a mini vacation but want to travel far, look no further than these beautiful Tennessee destinations.There’s tons of views, sights, and adventures to be had right in our home state. Here are 5 great Tennessee Adventures all within a 2-hour drive of Williamson County.
1. Cumberland Caverns
Located just over an hour and a half away in McMinnville, Tennessee, these caverns include more than 32 miles of caves and passageways, magnificent underground rock formations, underground waterfalls, dark pools and some spectacularly large underground rooms all with a rich history dating back to the early 1800s. It was originally discovered by a land surveyor by the name of Aaron Higgenbotham. Over a century later, the cavern was opened to the public, and today includes day and night tours for those seeking adventure and educational trips for students. People have even held special events like birthdays and weddings inside the cave. The caves are at 1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd. You can also visit their website or call 931-668-4396 for more information.
2. Loretta Lynn’s Ranch
Just over an hour away, in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, Loretta Lynn made her home and lands open to the public, allowing everything from tents to rustic cabins, to an RV Park for staying and enjoying themselves. For things to do, she’s made a larger pool for guests, included fishing, paddle boats and canoeing on the property, nearly nightly entertainment, and even created a museum that includes much of her personal items, awards, memorabilia, and even gifts and items from many of her friends. The ranch is located at 44 Hurricane Mills Rd. For more information, you can call 931-296-7700 or visit her website.
3. Port Royal State Park
Just under an hour away is the Port Royal State park, a stretch of 26 acres located between Montgomery and Robertson counties. It is also one of the richest historical places here in Tennessee as the site of one of the oldest trading posts, a longhunter camp dated to 1775, and one of the state’s earliest permanent settlements dating to back as early as 1780. It also was the last stop inside Tennessee on the Trail of Tears, when Native Americans were forced to leave. The historical features along with canoeing, fishing, photography, picnicking, and hiking make it one of the best park destinations in Tennessee. Located at 3300 Old Clarksville Springfield RD in Adams, Tennessee. You can visit the State’s Park website for more information.
4. The Farm Community and Old Order Amish Community on Highway 43
This is technically two destinations, but with them being so close to each other, this makes a perfect day trip. Here you can explore country living in new ways. The Farm is a community of families and friends living together that was originally established in 1971 with the intention of creating a self-contained community. They’re best known for their midwife practiced, but they have tons of workshops and events that everyone can enjoy. They even allow people to stay overnight if they so choose. The Farm is located at 100 Farm Road Summertown, TN. To check them out online, click here.
Just down the road is the Old Order Amish Community where people live simply crafting, creating, and providing with each other in the old ways. You’ll first come across the Amish country mall which is a cluster of shops that sell Amish-made goods. There’s also a welcome center which you can take a ride in a horse drawn covered wagon through the Amish farms. If you prefer, you can also take your own driving tour. Signs at the ends of the driveways list what each farm has to sale. The Amish country prefers to not be photographed though, and they do not make sales on Sundays, so make sure to plan accordingly. You can find the Welcome Center at 3943 U.S. 43, Ethridge, TN 38456. This website offers some good information on this community.
5. Fall Creek Falls
Located in Pikeville, Tennessee, this is one of the most known places in Tennessee for beautiful sights. The state park is the largest and most visited in the park with 26 thousand acres along the top of the Cumberland Plateau. Throughout, the park features cascades, gorges, waterfalls, and tons of other sights to see. Some of the most popular is Fall Creek Falls itself as well as the Piney Falls, Cane Creek Falls, and Cane Creek Cascades. One of the great things about this particular park is the inn with 1245 hotel rooms, restaurant, and extensive meeting spaces as well as the 30 cabins and over 200 campsites. Other activities range from hiking for all ages, the nature center with classes and other events, golfing, playgrounds, picnicking, swimming, obstacle course, boating, and fishing. For more information or to plan your trip, visit the state park website.
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