Region: Middle Tennessee
Time Zone: Central
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TN 52 enters Fentress County from
Pickett County in the west. It then
goes through the city of Jamestown and the town of Allardt. It then
crosses into the Eastern Time Zone as it enters
Morgan County.
This photo was taken in Morgan County looking west into Fentress County.
The middle of this bridge marks the division between the Eastern Time Zone and
Central Time Zone. It is also the division between two of Tennessee's
"Grand Regions" -- East Tennessee and Middle Tennessee.
Things to See in Fentress County
Big South Fork National River and Recreation
Area
http://www.nps.gov/biso/index.htm
The free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River
and its tributaries pass through 90 miles of scenic gorges and valleys
containing a wide range of natural and historic features. The area offers a
broad range of recreational opportunities including camping, whitewater rafting,
kayaking, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting and
fishing. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with its experience in managing river
basins, was charged with land acquisition, planning and development of
facilities. Now completed, these lands and facilities are operated and
maintained by the National Park Service.
Text courtesy National Parks Service, U.S.
Department of the Interior.
Pickett State Park
4605 Pickett Park Highway
Jamestown , TN 38556-4141
Office: (931) 879-5821
Cabin Reservations: 1-877-260-0010
http://www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/Pickett/index.shtml
Situated in a remote section of the upper Cumberland Mountains, the 17,372-acre
Pickett State Park and Forest possess a combination of scenic, botanical and
geological wonders found nowhere else in Tennessee. Of particular interest are
the uncommon rock formations, natural bridges, numerous caves and remains of
ancient Indian occupation. Some say Pickett is second only to the Great Smoky
Mountains in botanical diversity. The park is adjacent to the massive Big South
Fork National River and Recreation Area, with more than 100,000 acres of prime
wilderness country.
Photo and text courtesy of Tennessee
State Parks:
www.tnstateparks.com
Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park
Pall Mall, Tennessee
http://state.tn.us/environment/parks/SgtYork/index.shtml
http://sgtyork.org
The Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park, located in Pall Mall, Tennessee,
pays tribute to Sgt. Alvin C. York, the backwoods marksman from the mountains of
Tennessee who became one of the most decorated soldiers of World War I. York's
fame rose from his legendary exploits on October 8, 1918 in the Argonne Forest
in France. Leading a small patrol, York was sent out to eliminate flanking
machine gun fire that was halting the advance of his regiment. York found
himself alone opposing a German machine gun unit. With rifle and pistol he
engaged the enemy. The fight ended with more than twenty Germans dead. Then, the
other one hundred and thirty-two soldiers, including four officers and
thirty-five machine guns, became discouraged and surrendered to York and six of
his comrades. For that he was decorated with a dozen medals, including the
Congressional Medal of Honor and the French Croix de Guerre. He has been honored
by a 10-foot statue on the grounds of the State Capitol in Nashville, and his
medals and trophies may be seen at the Tennessee State Museum. Photo and text courtesy of
Tennessee State Parks:
www.tnstateparks.com
Colditz Cove State Natural
Area
Allardt, Tennessee
Colditz Cove State Natural Area is located in Allardt, Tennessee, just 1 mile
off Hwy. 52. The 1.5 mile loop will take you behind the 60 foot high Northrup
Falls. This is a short and easy hike with a well defined walking trail.
Text courtesy of the Fentress County Chamber of
Commerce. Photo: Clipart.
Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival
Allardt, Tennessee
Always the first weekend in October, the Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival offers a
weigh-off of giant pumpkins for world-record consideration, a crafts festival,
entertainment, parade, and a car and motorcycle show. (If you are coming
into Allardt from the east, you are bound to notice their unique water tower,
pictured above!) For information, call Allardt City Hall at (931) 879-7125
or visit:
http://nicesingles.com/festival/fest.html
The World's Longest Yard
Sale!
From Defiance, Ohio, to Gadsden, Alabama
(including all of Tennessee north
to south)
www.127sale.com
The Sale is headquartered in Jamestown, Tennessee at the Fentress County Chamber
of Commerce. Hundreds of thousands of folks join us each year for this fun
filled event, spanning 630 miles and five states. It's impossible to keep track
of how many shoppers and vendors we have, but it has grown to be the biggest and
best event of its kind in the world. You'll find homeowners selling stuff
they've accumulated throughout the years as well as professional dealers and
vendors. Its almost impossible for shoppers to cover the entire route in four
days, so be prepared to pick up where you leave off next year! You're going to
discover some neat places, interesting people, and quaint stops that you'll
probably want to visit again and again. So pack your camera, sunglasses, a good
pair of walking shoes, and plenty cash- you're in for the World's Longest Yard
Sale! Text courtesy of the Fentress County Chamber of
Commerce. Photo: LCB Clipart.
Highland Manor Winery
Jamestown, Tennessee
www.highlandmanorwinery.net
www.tennesseewines.com/highland_manor.htm
This is Tennessee's oldest winery. They offer free tours and wine
tastings. Of course, all of their wines are available for sale to take
home. Step outside to see the vineyards. Enjoy the picnic tables
under the shade trees.
Cumberland Mountain General
Store
Clarkrange, Tennessee
www.cumberlandmountaingeneralstore.com
The Cumberland Mountain General Store has
treasures of old just waiting to be discovered. Be sure to stop in the
Rock-A-Billy Cafe in the back of the store for the most amazing milkshake and
hamburger you've ever tasted! Text courtesy of
the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Clipart.
Downtown Jamestown
Jamestown, Tennessee
Pictured above is the courthouse, on the square in downtown Jamestown.
Things to See in Cumberland
County
Stonehaus Winery, Inc.
2444 Genesis Road, Suite 103
Crossville, TN 38571
(931) 484-9463 (931) 484-WINE
www.stonehauswinery.com
http://www.tennesseewines.com/stonehaus.htm
Stonehaus Winery is located high atop Tennessee's
Cumberland Plateau. Stonehaus Winery is open to visitors seven days a week
year-round. Their wines range from the dry Cabernet Sauvignon to the fruity
Muscadine. Watch a free DVD tour of the Winery. All aspects of the wine making
process are covered from the history of Stonehaus, the grape growing, the
crushing of grapes, the wine making process, and the bottling process.
Stonehaus is located at I-40, exit 320. (FYI: U.S. 127 which leads north
into Jamestown in Fentress County is at exit 317.)
Area Web Sites
Fentress County Chamber of Commerce
Jamestown, Tennessee
http://www.jamestowntn.org
Fentress County Chamber of Commerce
Tourism Web Site
www.bigsouthfork.org
