Carthage

Middle Tennessee

Cookeville Depot

Tennessee Inspiration

Journey to the Promised Land

Here are a few can't-miss points along this iconic trail that drew the early settlers to the Volunteer State.

Boating on Norris Lake in Tennessee

Outdoor Leisure

Your Guide to Water Activities in Tennessee

Dive into summer with these water-filled activities at waterways and marinas in Tennessee

Motorcycle route in Cookeville TN

Places to Take Dad in Tennessee

However dad decides to spend this Father's Day, make sure he spends it in Tennessee.

Nearby Attractions

Still exploring? Try these popular ideas in and around Carthage.

Places to Stay

Boats at Marina

Campgrounds & RV Parks

Defeated Creek Marina

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Things to Do

Cordell Hull Lake

Outdoor Activities

Cordell Hull Lake

Visitors to Cordell Hull Lake enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities.

Tennessee Kayak & Outdoor Company

Tennessee Kayak & Outdoor Company

Plan A Paddle

Sunset over Cordell Hull Lake

Cordell Hull Lake

Visitors to Cordell Hull Lake enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, under license to the Corps, administers an intensive wildlife management program at the lake.

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Inspiration just for you

We have a hunch these experiences might be right up your alley.

Explore the charming small town of Granville

Granville Inspiration

Spend a day exploring Historic Granville

Granville is a step back in time, a time believed lost but one that lives on in this charming, small town.

Motorcycle route in Cookeville TN

Places to Take Dad in Tennessee

However dad decides to spend this Father's Day, make sure he spends it in Tennessee.

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

Outdoor Adventure

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee

With the warm weather comes ample opportunities to embark on a Made in Tennessee adventure.

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Leiper's Fork Inspiration

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

We can't help but pay homage to Tennessee's own historic byway, the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Historic Washington County Courthouse in Jonesborough, TN

Jonesborough Inspiration

Jonesborough: Tennessee's Oldest Town Has a Vibrant Story to Tell

Nicknamed "Tennessee's Oldest Town," Jonesborough was founded in 1779 when Tennessee was still claimed by North Carolina.