Outdoors is the place to be! Lewis County has lots to offer land and water. Canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, camping, just to name a few.
The Buffalo River is the longest wild river in the United States, which means there are no impediments on the river, such as damns, and is a tributary to the Duck River. It is used for canoeing and swimming, and is named for the buffalo fish which was plentiful when the area was originally settled.
The 920-acre Devil's Backbone State Natural Area offers a visitor the opportunity for a quiet hike in a natural environment which has had little affected by modern human activity. The trail takes the hiker from the pavement of the Natchez Trace Parkway (located at milemarker 394 in Lewis County) out along the ridges of Tennessee's Highland Rim, down along a creek, and back again.
The City of Hohenwald operates a beautiful public nine hole golf course that lies on 58 acres and is open year round for golf enthusiasts. The course plays 2900 from the men's tee's, 2500 from the senior tee's and 2200 from the women's tees. Daily and annual rates are available.
Time slows down to a more relaxed pace at Calico Junction Mule Ranch. It calls to you to experience trails, adventures and camps just outside Hohenwald.
Over 100 miles of trails, with new trails being added every year on its beautiful and spacious 2500 acres. Take a trail ride through the trees and meadows. See the ponds, springs, and waterfalls. This is a great relaxing place to just go and visit or go on a wonderful wagon ride or try a trail ride on horseback. For those who enjoy being in the wild outdoors overnight, Calico Junction offers a primitive camping experience. Call 931-796-4111.
Memorial Park is a 20.2 acre park located within the city of Hohenwald. Recreational facilities include four baseball and softball fields, which are utilized by the local Dixie Youth organizations, and two tennis courts, two basketball courts, gym, public swimming pool, playground and a walking track.
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