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Fairfield Glade--Cumberland Plateau


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Obed Wild & Scenic River at Lily Bluff Overlook
Natural SitesObed Wild & Scenic River at Lily Bluff Overlook

The Lily Bluff Overlook is just a short walk through the woods from the parking lot and boasts an excellent boardwalk to the edge of the bluffs overlooking the river. The park also has opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, camping, many hiking trails and rock climbing.

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Natural SitesCatoosa Wildlife Management Area at the Devil's Breakfast Table

The Devil’s Breakfast Table is wonderful stopping point with a great view of Daddy’s Creek (home to the Tangerine Darter) as well as nice wildflower opportunities.

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Cumberland Mountain State Park
Natural SitesCumberland Mountain State Park

This is a very historic state park. The site was part of the Cumberland Homesteads, which was a program of the New Deal in the 1930s.  In addition to the incredibly scenic location along the dam of Byrds Creek, the park also features six hiking trails, totaling about 15 miles.

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Cumberland Trail State Park at Black Mountain
Natural SitesCumberland Trail State Park at Black Mountain

Black Mountain is a high-elevation site that serves as midpoint of the linear Cumberland Trail State Park dered one of the crown jewels of the Trail. One hundred fifty miles of the Cumberland Trail are open and ready for exploration, including Black Mountain, considered on the crown jewels of the Trail.

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Obed River Park/Arboretum
Natural SitesObed River Park/Arboretum

A Class I Arboretum is featured along the course of the paved Obed River Trail adjacent to the Obed River.  A paved surface multi-use trail is for public use by non-motorized traffic: walkers, runners, roller-blade enthusiasts and bicycle riders.

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Ozone Falls State Natural Area
Natural SitesOzone Falls State Natural Area

Ozone Falls is a 43-acre natural area in Cumberland County. It receives heavy visitation because of its close proximity to Interstate 40. Ozone Falls plunges 110 feet over a sandstone cap rock into a deep blue, rock-strewn pool.

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Natural SitesPiney River Segment of the Cumberland Trail

This 8.46 mile trail is a moderately rated hike starting from the picnic area on Shut-in Gap Road. The Twin Rocks Nature Trail takes off to the left about .1 miles from the picnic area. The trail continues up the slope, then follows the side of the mountain for another 3/4 miles, where a trail branches off to descend to the river.

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Natural SitesCatoosa Wildlife Management Area

The area has many deep cut canyons created by the rivers and streams, and offers access to beautiful scenery unlike anywhere else in the Cumberland's.

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Roosevelt Mountain WMA Overlook
Natural SitesRoosevelt Mountain WMA Overlook

The Roosevelt Mountain Wildlife Management area is approximately 11,000 acres and virtually surrounds the town of Rockwood, TN.

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River Ridge Farm
Arts & CultureRiver Ridge Farm

The Wolfenbarger Farm is a working farm raising, beef, chickens, and a market gardern. Located on the banks of the Clinch River below Norris Dam and Norris Lake, River Ridge Farm offers a variety of experiences: Enjoy fishing, a picnic, guided horseback rides, and meet farm animals.

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Appalachian Arts Craft Center
Arts & CultureAppalachian Arts Craft Center

Tennessee's Appalachian Arts & Crafts Center is a non-profit with a public art gallery and a store where they sell handcrafted arts and crafts. All of their art is handcrafted from local artists and they have a classes year round for children and adults.

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Arts & CultureSunset Jammers

Sunset Jammers is the place to be for great Bluegrass music. There is a show scheduled each month.  For more scheduled details please visit the website.

 

 

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The Dixie Cafe
Places to EatThe Dixie Cafe

The Dixie Cafe is a small town casual restaurant,  located on the square in Byrdstown,Tennessee,  Just minutes from Dale Hollow LakeThe friendly staff, terrific food and on site owners ensures a great experience. Friday is always Bluegrass Night! Check the schedule for your favorite group/genre and join in on the fun!

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Therold's Little Opry
Arts & CultureTherold's Little Opry

Gainesboro Tennessee is the home of Therold's Little Opry. For over sixty years Bluegrass music has grown and blossomed in this little middle Tennessee town. Meeting on the second Saturday of every month at 6pm, the Little Opry is more than an informal gathering of musicians. It is the heart and soul of Tennessee music. 

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Piney Falls State Natural Area
Natural SitesPiney Falls State Natural Area

Piney Falls State Natural Area is a 440-acre natural area insulating the 80 ft. Piney Falls and a pristine forestland featuring creeks, deep gorges, waterfalls and old growth forest. This National Natural Landmark is an easily accessible waterfall requiring a short hike.

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Simple Treasures
Arts & CultureSimple Treasures

"Specializing in Tennessee Handmade Products," including local painted wood crafts, jewelry, gift baskets, local jams, and handmade doll clothes and needlework. This shop straddles the line between local and visitor clientele, with both a "Tea Room" and a "teen room" with beads, picture frames, novelty gifts, jewelry, and beanie babies. There is an ice cream counter, and a unique gift section.  

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Places to EatMiss Marenda's Tea Room

Serving lunch only Tues-Sat.  Tea, sandwichs, pasta and dessert.

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