Region: Middle Tennessee
Time Zone: Central
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From Guthrie, Kentucky, follow U.S. 41 south back into
Montgomery County, Tennessee. You will
soon cross the border into Roberton County where you'll pass through Adams and
Springfield. Then follow TN 49 from Springfield east to Orlinda. TN 52 begins in
downtown Orlinda [at the red push-pin above] and heads east where it crosses
I-65. A mile later TN 52 enters Sumner County.
If you prefer a more direct route, you may take TN 49 (exit 24 from I-24)
directly into Springfield.
Things to See in Robertson County
The Bell Witch Cave
Adams, Tennessee
http://www.bellwitchcave.com
Associated with the true story of the Bell Witch and considered to be one of the
most
haunted places in America. The Bell Witch is the legendary spirit who haunted
the
John Bell family from 1816 to 1820. The cave is also a site of Native
American history. Text courtesy of the
Springfield - Robertson County Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Clipart.
The Legacy Golf Course
Springfield, Tennessee
www.golfthelegacy.com
Open to the public, The Legacy is a 6,755-yard course designed by PGA Hall of
Fame player Ray Floyd. The course plays through woodlands and rolling
hills -- always with scenic views of the Tennessee countryside.
Photo: Clipart.
Marie's
901 Hill St
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-3199
Tennessee's largest thrift store! Marie's features furniture,
appliances, antiques, glassware and more. From the intersection of U.S. 41
and TN 49 in downtown Springfield, head west on TN 49 for about a block, then
turn left on Hill Street. Marie's is a few blocks down on your right at
the corner of Hill Street and 10th Avenue. Click here
for photos and a map.
Roadside Fruit & Vegetable Markets
Milldale, TN
During the summer, you will usually find several roadside stands selling local
fruits and vegetables in the tiny crossing of Milldale, Tennessee.
Milldale is about three miles west of Orlinda on TN 49.
Chateau Ross Vineyard & Winery
5823 Fulton Road
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 654-9463 (654-WINE)
http://www.tennesseewines.com/chateau_ross.htm
Today, Chateau Ross sells most of its wine to distributors who, in turn, sell it
to liquor stores, wine shops, and restaurants throughout the state.
Because of this, Chateau Ross is not really set up for tourists anymore.
(For example, their tasting room is now a storage room for wine casks.)
However, they still welcome visitors who would like to come by. You must
call in advance to make an appointment.
The Last days of Frank and Jesse James Filming
Location
Orlinda, Tennessee
Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson and June Carter Cash starred in this 1986
made-for-TV movie. The town scenes in the movie were filmed in downtown
Orlinda. Truckloads of dirt were brought in and spread out over the paved
street to make it look like an old west dirt street. Other country scenes
were filmed in Robertson County. See the Internet Movie Database for more
information on the movie:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091382 Interestingly, Johnny Cash and
June Carter Cash lived near Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville, which is right
next door in Sumner County. Of course, Johnny and June have since died.
Orlinda, Tennessee
Orlinda is the western end of TN 52. From Orlinda, one would continue on
TN 49 to Springfield. Besides being noted as a filming location for The
Last Days of Frank and Jesse James, Orlinda is known for the Orlinda Milling
Company which still grinds its own brand of flour which you can purchase in many
local supermarkets. During the week, you can sometimes get a tour of the
plant.
Red River Antique Mall
Almost 100 booths to explore.
Click here for details.
Fireworks Shopping
Tennessee is one of the few stats that allows year-round fireworks sales.
Please check out our "Fireworks" page for information on
where to buy fireworks.
Things to See in Cheatham
County
Blue Heron Cruises
Boarding at Riverview Restaurant & Marina
110 Old River Road
Ashland City, Tennessee
Reservations: (615) 385-7007
www.blueheroncruises.com
The Blue Heron is an excursion boat that sails along the Cumberland River
from Ashland City, Tennessee. The Blue Heron seats up to 34
passengers and has room to move around during the cruise. Cruises include
a 90-minute nature cruise (perfect for spotting wildlife), a 90-minute sunset
cruise, a 3.5 hour cruise to the Harpeth River, Fall Foliage cruises, and
others.
Area Web Sites
Springfield - Robertson County Chamber of
Commerce
http://www.spchamber.org
Robertson County Tourism Information
(This site only works in Internet Explorer.)
http://www.visitrobertson.org
Cheatham County Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information
http://www.cheathamchamber.org/Tourism.htm
