What a great little hidden gem! I almost did not want to add it on here, but here goes…read more.. Six months ago, I discovered this place as a nice getaway with a place to take my little one and experience sand. His first steps on a "beach" were taken here. The sand is clean and free of shells or debris. There are several picnic areas with tables scattered along the water and some with shade provided by the trees. When they reopen, you can get a tour inside to see how the dam was built and works. We didn't get to do that yet. It was a spontaneous trip and later in the day, so next time. On the grounds, they do have a few historic parts displayed such as the retired lock (see photo). It was really neat to see. They have a covered pavilion where you can gather to eat at the picnic tables with family and friends. As the weather is warm today, I thought of this place. Unfortunately, this time we are in dealing with the world pandemic and social distancing ... we have to wait. Everything we saw appeared clean and everywhere was open, but it wasn't crowded since school had started already. So, add this to your list of places to check out. Today's high of 80 degrees would be the perfect day to go! :-(

Beautiful area walking hiking trails nearby the park is well kept and monitored. Go to their…read morewelcome office and buy your pass for all the national parks!

Love these lakes. Great for the kids and plenty of different kinds of fishing. They have a great…read moreconscience store that has food and most anything you need for fishing. And it's great prices. Staff is always so nice. Definitely will be coming back for more fishing!

Our family fishing spot. Great place to catch your dinner. People are friendly and the view is…read morebeautiful.

"Trout that was swimming yesterday" is the sign that caught my eye at the Murfreesboro, TN Saturday…read moreFarmer's Market. I love trout. My family does not. So when I can get my hands on the fresh stuff, I grab it. This review is not based on a visit to the ranch, it is on the food. It is also about the man who staffs the pop-up on The Square. Not much to say about ambiance - it IS an outdoor market, which I guess is fun. It would not be fair to rate this food on one visit, so I waited until I could try several products. Those were smoked trout, the "dip" and fresh. All three were "home runs" as far as I was concerned. He frequently sells out so my first fare was the smoked. It was very good. In fact, it was probably the best commercial smoked trout I could get. Now I brag. The only better smoked trout I had was when I smoked it myself, and it was just hours out of the water. Calling the product a "dip" is a misnomer. It is a spread. No chip could survive a journey through it because it is that firm. One container only lasted a day i my house as I gobbled it up and spread it on wonderful crackers. Balanced between fish, smoking and the dairy, it was excellent. Just above, I bragged about my ability to smoke trout. Well, honestly, I am a very good home chef when it comes to fish. Not only do guests enjoy my preparations, I have prepared catering dishes for up to 120 people. Many compliments have ensued. I am careful to not overcook fish. You can actually serve high quality fish medium rare. This trout was so fresh, if I wanted to, I could have served as sushi or sashimi. Baking it (NEVER poaching), it came out perfect. But this review is not about my ability, it is of the fish. Just recently, I have discovered the different flavor profiles of different parts of the animal. This trout enabled me to do so. There was a wonderful pocket of belly fat that just blew me away. As far as service, the one man show selling at the market is amiable and really seems to enjoy introducing his fish to the public. I see many more visits to his booth when the market returns in the spring.

Picked up 2 pack of rainbow trout at the East Nashville Farmers Market and glad I did! The size of…read morethe dressed trout were a good portion and great to prepare for dinner. Since it's hard to find fresh seafood here in Nashville, I will buy my trout from Bucksnort again and will also check out the the smoked trout dip the next time.

Such a beautiful lake to go watch the sunset/sunrise at!! It's a Tennessee staple, but it's sad…read morethat people are so dangerous around here!! You definitely have to be careful of which area you're in by the lake!

Surprised to see the main entrance already closed for the winter. We took a small trail that was…read moreall paved, which was nice, but not very long. It had very little parking available & no bathrooms at this site so that was very disappointing.

This is my experience as someone who came here just to hike. The trails are great! They are not…read moreovergrown and the trail markers are bright and large! I would appreciate some wood signs discerning the junctions from one another. There are several social trails that will mislead you and could easily be fixed with a social trail sign or caution tape. I color coded the map attached to this review to show my route. I parked at the trailhead for the fitness trail. I walked the pink line to the museum and walked the yellow line back. Once I took a break, I did the green line. Due to poor planning I didn't realize the bike trail wasn't a loop and so I didn't intend to do two there and back hikes I'm not sure why it's not a loop as it could likely be connected from where it ends at the amphitheater to the 0.40 mile mark on the part of the bike trail headed straight to the museum... The visitor center/museum can be walked to from the bike trail. It's got information and artifacts from David Crockett's life and stuff. They also have several birds of prey outside that you can view anytime. The park rangers are very friendly and helpful when kids want to learn about the birds.

Stayed here for one night camping in hammocks. We actually got an tv spot because we were on the…read moreHarleys and it was a good place to park and also the bathhouse. Extremely clean park and the facilities were excellent. Will stay again if in the area.

This park has a very unique set of rock formations, sinkholes, and of course, caves and caverns…read more Unfortunately the cave was closed when we visited due to recent flooding. There is a small loop trail that will take you to the cave as well as the sink hole. Admission is required when the cave is open. Parking is available in front of the visitors center.

Good stop to walk around and enjoy wildlife while in the area. The cave area felt about 10 degrees…read morecolder upon approach. There were many birds to observe with their new hatchlings which is always fun.

Came here to do a hike. You're hiking right along the water so it's a beautiful view. It's not a…read morehard hike at all, relaxing, and serene.

Okay, if you're ever in Tennessee, you have to check out Montgomery Bell Tunnel. This hidden gem…read morein Montgomery Bell State Park is packed with history, and it's one of the coolest spots I've explored. Built in the early 1800s, this tunnel was carved by hand to transport iron ore for a thriving industry. But what makes it even more special is the story behind it--enslaved people worked here, and their efforts helped shape the future of Tennessee. It's crazy to think that something so important is tucked away in the middle of the woods, just waiting to be discovered! https://www.tiktok.com/@reessroots/video/7535575693854297374?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7352687494821037610 The tunnel is almost 300 feet long, and standing inside it feels like stepping back in time. You can almost hear the echoes of the past! Most people are out there hitting all the usual tourist spots, but places like Montgomery Bell Tunnel are the ones that actually make you feel something. If you're into history, adventure, or just exploring off the beaten path, this is definitely the place to be. Skip the crowded tourist traps and head to Montgomery Bell Tunnel for some real history! Trust me, you'll be talking about it long after you leave. #HiddenGems #HistoryUncovered #ExploreTennessee

What do you do with twin 4 year olds with too much energy? Head to the park for an adventure, of…read morecourse. Clarksville is full of parks, and I have enjoyed each one that I have visited. I must say, though, that Billy Dunlop park has been the best one (so far) for more than just a playground. Not only is there a large shelter, but there are lots of concrete picnic tables scattered around. Perfect for social distancing or just a little more privacy. Other than the human noise, the only thing you will hear here is nature's finest symphony; birds singing and the creek babbling. Today was all about some old school fun with some education thrown in. Tossing sticks off one side of the bridge and watching for them to drift by on the other side. Launching rocks into the water and seeing how many circles were made. Watching the birds and picking out the different ones. Learning to respect all kinds of critters in their natural habitat. Yes, kids, there really is more to do than bury your head in your phone. Of course, with all of this green space comes lots of bugs. Don't forget the repellant, or you will find yourself quite itchy.

Very pretty place to walk. Lots of variety for paved vs trail walks. There are some interesting…read morepeople there sometimes though so it doesn't feel safe to walk alone.

Renting with the guys is easy and the boat was in great condition! Perfect experience!!read more

Brand new pontoon, gorgeous lake, tons of fish in the water. Customer service was awesome,…read moreincredibly understanding when we had operator errors. Owner was really friendly and helpful with tips for our trip.

This seems to be a nice spot for river access. There's a well made parking area and new steps down…read moreto the river. A map of the river with fish species and a historical marker are available for your education.