Visit the birth and home site of America's most decorated World War I Soldier. A picnic beside the gristmill in the park with a delicious sack lunch from the General Store will prove to be relaxing and serene.
Historic Site
York Home
Grist Mill
Wolf River
Restaurant
Bridge - Wolf River
Burial Site
*** York Academy in Jamestown (Major Renovation Project to Ever Save It!!)
Accommodations for horse and human, centrally located for access to the riding trails of the Big South Fork. RV sites, cabin rentals, shower houses, barns, tack, saddles, supplies, gifts and old western clothing. Special events held monthly, including bluegrass music and meals.
Includes organized trail rides and cookouts on 12,000 acres, cabins, lodges, mercantile and more!The Gernt House, a restored and updated farm house of German architectural influence listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the 1880s home of pioneer Bruno Gernt is one of a number of lodging opportunities at East Fork Stables.
Saddle Valley Campground 350 Burks Road (Pickett Parkway), Jamestown
26 campsites with electric hook-ups for horse camping, fire rings, heated bathhouse with six total showers, toilets, sinks and plenty of hot water, plus 42 covered stalls in five different barns, nine large open pens and a large corral. Cabin rentalplus one stall available (no electricity).
Wildwood Lodge Bed & Breakfast 3636 Pickett Park High, Jamestown
(931) 879-9454
The Lodge B&B has 10 guestrooms, each with private bathrooms, heating and air conditioning. All rooms have a TV and a VCR with tapes available from an extensive video library. Three cabins and a cottage with heating and cooling system and full kitchens. All bedrooms, lounges and decks have ceiling fans. Each cabin has a TV/VCR and wheelchair accessible and all the doors are 36" wide. The stable includes 26, 10'x12' stalls.
Located between Allardt and Rugby on Hwy 52. There are 38 camping sites. All have water and electric. Some include septic hookup and there is a dump station. There are two bunkhouses that sleep 8-12 people with a refrigerator and a wood heater for chilly days. Clean bathrooms, hot shower and a kitchen facility available for general use. Also 53 barn stalls, out pens and tie outs are permitted. Bedding is furnished as well as clean buckets in each stall for water. You supply your own feed and hay.
Horse Themed Shop - Horse Stuff Etc., Inc. 2110 Pickett Park Highway, Jamestown
(931) 879-7513
www.horse-stuff-etc.com
One the left as one heads into Jamestown is a tack and feed stored specializing in trail riding gear. From saddle bags to saddles, if it has to do with trail riding, they have it. Also apparel, home decorations, gifts, Leanin' Tree stuff, grooming and stable supplies. "If it has to do with horses, we've probably got it!" Open from 8 - 5:30 every day except Wednesday and Sundays.
Farmers' Co-op (Feed for Horses) 1219 Old Highway 127-S, Jamestown
(931) 879-8114
Drive to Jamestown, at the T-junction turn left on the old Hwy 127. Drive through Jamestown and it is on your left on the far side of town. Open five days a week and half day on Saturday.
Tennessee's oldest winery offers free tours, wine tastings, a unique gift shop, even a picnic on the grounds! With major events from Spring through Fall, you're going to love coming to Highland Manor. Open 365 days a year. This is a MUST SEE!
Original 1923 fixtures, old-time merchandise for sale at "old-time" prices! Antique furniture, glassware, crocks, quilts, lamps, pictures, cast iron, tools, advertising, primitives, country collectibles, etc.
- Rock-A-Billy Cafe and Soda Fountain(located in back of store) takes one back to the 50s with old fashioned burgers, fries, milkshakes, hand-dipped ice cream and more!
General Store at Pall Mall (Sgt. York)
Forbus General Store near the Pickett County Line
Great fudge, fairly typical general store merchandise. Has tables in the back for deli meats and card tournaments. Seems active in coming up with ideas to get people into the area throughout the year.
R.M General Store (right on the border of Scott/Morgan and Fentress Counties - all 3 claim.
Historic Jamestown:
Mark Twain Park Old Hwy 127
Downtown Restaurant - Gina's Dairy Mart
Courthouse
Depot
Ye Ole Jail Hwy 52 - Downtown Jamestown on the Square
(931) 879-9948
This century old building made of native sandstone is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce. There are a number of other sandstone historic building around the Square. Also located downtown are the Courthouse, City Hall, shops, banks and restaurants.
Historic Rugby
Hwy 52 East
(888) 214-3400
This restored Victorian village founded in 1880 by British author and social reformer Thomas Hughes, survives today as both a living community and fascinating historic site, unspoiled modern development. Tour the Schoolhouse, library, church, original building, commissary store, and grab a delicious bite to eat at the harrow Road Cafe. Click here.
This 17,372 acre park and forest possess a combination of scenic, botanical and geological wonders found nowhere else in Tennessee. The uncommon rock formations, natural bridges, ancient Indian occupation remains and numerous caves are of particular interest. The park is adjacent to Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.
Hwy 62 West in Monterey (Putnam County)
(931) 445-7829
An old fashioned community with Amish ways, the Mennonites offer breads, pastries, homemade ice cream and of course sorghum for sale. Enjoy the bakery, leather shop, variety store, general store, Country Porch and sorghum mill. Open Monday through Saturday. (931) 445-7370.
Annual Events/Festivals:
127 Yard Sale - Annual 4 day event www.127sale.com
Pumpkin Festival in Allardt Always first weekend in October. This event promises the biggest pumpkins, best country cooking and fun for kids of all ages.
Cumberland Mountain General Store (see above under General Stores)
Century Farms: Fentress County has eight farms that are over 100 years old. Help us celebrate these farms and their legacy. We're proud of these farms and appreciate the character and culture they've added to the community. They are: Big Dry Farm, Clayton Upchurch Farm, Jerry Green Farm, Kenthrease Farm, Otto Pile Farm, Reed Farm, Williams & Pile Farm, W.R. Reed Farm.
King's Daylily Farm (931) 863-8291
Bursting with gorgeous daylilies, King's Daylily Farm is sure to please. These blooms are absolutely breathtaking. Call for hours and events.
Family owned and operated. Nestled in the Pall Mall Valley, Wolf River Valley Growers offers the most beautiful plants and flowers you've ever seen. The prices are right too! Don't miss their big Spring Celebration. Open year round, call for yours.
Other:
Hunting Lodges
East Port Marina & Resort
Civil War Sites
Waterfalls
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