The One Covered Bridge Hike Near Nashville That Will Charm You Beyond Words
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Meghan Kraft
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Tennessee is a beautiful state, struck through with all sorts of natural areas, state and national parks. With so many places to go, it’s hard to choose just one! David Crockett State Park located in Lawrenceburg tends to be an oft-forgotten hot spot, great for hiking, swimming, camping…and covered bridge spotting. If you’re looking for a hidden bit of summer charm, we’ve found it!
David Crockett State Park is located roughly ninety minutes from Nashville, a quick drive to a true natural oasis. Music City may be surrounded by a handful of beautiful parks and rivers, but David Crockett State Park remains the first ever state park in Tennessee that was funded entirely by citizens of the state.
The park is open all year 'round, from 7 a.m. until dark. It's been lauded by locals and tourists alike as a destination state park, boasting free admission and high ratings on websites such as Yelp and TripAdvisor.
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The park honors Tennessee-born hero, David Crockett, best known for his naturalist reputation in the south and final stand at the Alamo in 1836. You'll find an honorary memorial placed where the former childhood cabin of Crockett once stood, right on the banks of the Nolichucky River.
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The park boasts gorgeous views of Crockett Falls and Shoal Creek, with more than eight miles of hiking trails crisscrossing the natural space. Wander over the covered bridge, or maybe rent a cabin near Lindsey Lake.
Since the park is open all year, you'll have the chance to experience it during the brilliant foliage of fall and the more tempered beauty of wintertime. Of course, it's the summer that brings the lush greenery to Tennessee...
...and it paints the entire state in beautiful colors.
Come hike or camp, fall in love once again with the beauty of your great state. Wander the covered bridge or go swimming, fishing or birding. There's no end to activity at David Crockett State Park! Address: 1400 W Gaines Street, Lawrenceburg, TN, 38464
Looking to learn more about Tennesse? Check out the history of this tiny town on the western side of the state!
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