Caroline's Guidebook to Stewart, TN
Sightseeing
Paris
I-Paris Landing State Park
16055 Highway 79 N
Stewart
The Benton-Houston Ferry is one of only two ferries in the state and considered the last ferry operating on the Tennessee River. This ferry is more than just a river boat, its a part of local life. It travels across the Tennessee River between Benton and Houston counties. Many locals rely on the ferry service to get to work. Many visitors enjoy the ride on the water to visit the nearby Southernaire Motel and Restaurant which is well known for its delicious country cooking like white beans and cornbread. Where ever you are going, the stunning panorama of the river is one of the most beautiful views you will find in the area!
The ferry operates daily but does not run in severe weather.
HOW TO FIND THE DEPARTURE POINT
It is located on Danville Road / State Route 147 in Big Sandy, approximately 2 miles west of McKinnon in Houston County.
LENGTH OF EXCURSION
The trip takes about 20 minutes.
HOURS
SEASONS OPEN AND DEPARTURE TIMES
Monday thru Friday - 5:30 am. to 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday - 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Benton-Houston Ferry
9846 Danville RdThe Benton-Houston Ferry is one of only two ferries in the state and considered the last ferry operating on the Tennessee River. This ferry is more than just a river boat, its a part of local life. It travels across the Tennessee River between Benton and Houston counties. Many locals rely on the ferry service to get to work. Many visitors enjoy the ride on the water to visit the nearby Southernaire Motel and Restaurant which is well known for its delicious country cooking like white beans and cornbread. Where ever you are going, the stunning panorama of the river is one of the most beautiful views you will find in the area!
The ferry operates daily but does not run in severe weather.
HOW TO FIND THE DEPARTURE POINT
It is located on Danville Road / State Route 147 in Big Sandy, approximately 2 miles west of McKinnon in Houston County.
LENGTH OF EXCURSION
The trip takes about 20 minutes.
HOURS
SEASONS OPEN AND DEPARTURE TIMES
Monday thru Friday - 5:30 am. to 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday - 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
I-Fort Donelson National Battlefield
120 Lock D RoadHistoric site
Lots of activities and sights to see!
https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/
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Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area
Forest Service Road 79-ALots of activities and sights to see!
https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/
City/town information
Restaurants and make sure to try Houston Coffee Company! Piggly Wiggly is well stocked as well as the Dollar General.
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Restaurants and make sure to try Houston Coffee Company! Piggly Wiggly is well stocked as well as the Dollar General.
Additional attractions and restaurants
https://www.explorekentuckylake.com/dover/things-to-do/
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Dover
Additional attractions and restaurants
https://www.explorekentuckylake.com/dover/things-to-do/
Boating
Cane Creek Marina & RV Campground
530 Cane Creek Boat Dock LnEnergy Lake Campground offers daily canoe and kayak rentals from 9 am to 3:00 pm, mid May through mid October (depending on the weather)on Energy Lake. A deposit of $10 is required plus $10 per hour usage fee per vessel. Lake conditions and weather permitting. All rentals must be returned by 4:00 PM
https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/seendo/outdoor-rec/canoeing-and-kayaking/
Energy Lake Campground
5501 Energy Lake RdEnergy Lake Campground offers daily canoe and kayak rentals from 9 am to 3:00 pm, mid May through mid October (depending on the weather)on Energy Lake. A deposit of $10 is required plus $10 per hour usage fee per vessel. Lake conditions and weather permitting. All rentals must be returned by 4:00 PM
https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/seendo/outdoor-rec/canoeing-and-kayaking/
Restaurant and boat rentals
https://www.leatherwoodresortandmarina.com/boat-rentals-1
Leatherwood Resort & Marina
753 Leatherwood Bay RdRestaurant and boat rentals
https://www.leatherwoodresortandmarina.com/boat-rentals-1
Golf
Paris Landing Golf Course (TN Golf Trail)
285 Golf Course LnSwimming
Magnolia Park was listed as one of the “Seven Must-Try Swimming Holes in Tennessee” in a BlueHealth Solutions feature in 2015. This revealed to the world what Houston County folks have known for generations - the swimming hole at Magnolia is paradise.
With Magnolia's picnic tables and rope swing all you need to add is water, and there's plenty of that from cool, clear White Oak Creek. So grab a towel and head to the spot that's been popular for so long that President James K. Polk made a campaign speech from its banks in 1844, more than 170 years ago.
https://tennesseerivervalleygeotourism.org/entries/magnolia-park-swimming-hole/2bdac013-a854-4cce-805e-62bb205d0d11
Whiteoak Road
Whiteoak RoadMagnolia Park was listed as one of the “Seven Must-Try Swimming Holes in Tennessee” in a BlueHealth Solutions feature in 2015. This revealed to the world what Houston County folks have known for generations - the swimming hole at Magnolia is paradise.
With Magnolia's picnic tables and rope swing all you need to add is water, and there's plenty of that from cool, clear White Oak Creek. So grab a towel and head to the spot that's been popular for so long that President James K. Polk made a campaign speech from its banks in 1844, more than 170 years ago.
https://tennesseerivervalleygeotourism.org/entries/magnolia-park-swimming-hole/2bdac013-a854-4cce-805e-62bb205d0d11
Food scene
Southernaire Motel & Restaurant
50 Overlook LnLocal favorite for southern breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Houston County Coffee Company
8 Court SqGreat vibe, free wifi and good coffee and food.
Cute little country store with needed essentials, beer and a breakfast/lunch/dinner menu.
Danville country store
9900 TN-147Cute little country store with needed essentials, beer and a breakfast/lunch/dinner menu.
Who Dat Processing
15 Hurricane LoopCheeses and cooked meats
Shopping
Great antique shopping and curious finds! Very reasonable prices and personal attention and shopping help from Mrs. Fussell.
The Red Shed
581 N Main StGreat antique shopping and curious finds! Very reasonable prices and personal attention and shopping help from Mrs. Fussell.