Explore the many places within a few hours from Nashville, that offer much to enjoy, from Dude Ranches to Waterfalls and much more in between. Load the family in the car and set out for Tennessee.
Birdsong Resort
Birdsong Resort is located just one hour west of Nashville and is Americas only freshwater pearl farm, they offer numerous family activities with true Tennessee style hospitality. Where else in Tennessee are you going to learn the secrets behind harvesting the freshwater pearl? Birdsong is well worth you time to explore!
Fall Creek Falls State Park
Fall Creek Falls State Park encompasses more than 20,000 acres along the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau and offers several gorgeous waterfalls and plenty of outdoor activities.
Loretta Lynn's Dude Ranch
Located just off I-40 at exit 143 is the town of Hurricane Mills. The entire town bought by Loretta Lynn and her husband Mooney in the mid-1960's, with its' own gristmill, post office and general store, and campground.
Bucksnort Trout Ranch
Less than one hour west of Nashville you will find Bucksnort Trout Ranch. Take I-40, to exit 152. Bucksnort is the perfect introduction to fishing for all, the kids will especially love the experience. There is no finer eating than a fresh Rainbow Trout.
Jack Daniel Distillery
Jack Daniel Distillery is located in the town of Lynchburg (pop. 361), located 75 miles southeast of Nashville. The town of Lynchburg as well as the distillery is a very enjoyable way to spend a slow southern Tennessee day. Although we were amused at the fact that the county is dry, thus it can't sell whiskey.
Dunbar Cave Natural Area
Dunbar Cave (approx. 100 acres) is located 60 miles north of Nashville in Montgomery County. It offers a wonderful 8 mile long cave, along with fishing and picnic area along Swan Lake, as well as several hiking trails.
Lookout Mountain
Lookout Mountain sits just north of Chattanooga and one can find a ton of great activities there including Ruby Falls and Rock City.
Natchez Trace Parkway
Natchez Trace Parkway celebrates an ancient trail that stretched over 400 miles from Mississippi through the northern tip of Alabama and into Tennessee. You can drive or bike through this scenic byway and it also offers plenty of hiking, horseback riding, camping and more along the way.
Road Trip to Route 52
Now if you really want to escape Nashville for a day or weekend this road trip along Route 52 is a great way to explore the Northern corridor of Tennessee. One can find everything from Wineries to a historic village.
Land Between The Lakes
Land Between The Lakes is a 170000-acre national recreation area in Western Kentucky located just off of I-24, about 90 miles north of Nashville. LBL offers everything from an Elk & Bison Prairie to a Planetarium.
