Lincoln County

Where tradition meets tomorrow. Tourists are welcome to visit with us in historical, friendly Lincoln County. Visit the unique Fayetteville downtown square and enjoy shopping in the unique gift shops, admiring the architecture of the buildings, and watching the whittlers at work on the courthouse lawn! Shop in the several famous stores featured in Southern Living Magazine and on prime time talk shows.

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FAYETTEVILLE/LINCOLN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - 208 S. Elk Avenue, Fayetteville, TN  37334.  While visiting, pick up a brochure for a self-guided walking/driving tour of Fayetteville (available May - Nov. )For more information call 888-433-1238 or visit www.fayettevillelincolncountychamber.com.

BEST WESTERN - located at 3021 Thornton Taylor Pkwy. Fayetteville, TN  37334. Newly renovated, free hot continental breakfast, free hi-speed internet, outdoor pool, truck parking and onsite restaurant.  For reservations call 931-433-0100 or visit us at www.bestwestern.com.

DAYS INN - 1653 Huntsville Highway, Fayetteville, TN  37334. Free hi-speed internet, free continental breakfast, outdoor pool, in-room coffee and hair dryers.  For reservations call 931-433-6121.

O'HOULIHANS - 101 East Market Street, Fayetteville, TN  37334. Unique sandwich and gift shop located on the south side of the public square.  Our century old building, the former site of Moore's Food Store, features antique hardwood floors, high wood ceilings, old light fixtures and ceiling fans, plastered walls, and what seems like a mile of green wood shelves.  For more information call 931-433-0557.

LODGE AT GUNTER HOLLOW -149 Gunter Hollow Road, Fayetteville , TN 37334. Located approx. 6 miles west of Fayetteville.  B&B offering 7 large guest rooms with king-size beds, walk - in showers and jet tubs.  Private entrance to covered deck facing woods.   Family sleeping cabins too! Large meeting/banquet area for reunions, weddings, and retreats.  Handicap accessible.  Children welcome.  For more information call 931-433-5214 or visit www.lodgeatgunterhollow.com.

LINCOLN COUNTY MUSEUM - 521 Main Avenue S., 3 blocks from downtown Fayetteville.  The former Borden Milk Plant has been renovated into a Museum and Civic Center. The history portion spans from early Indian artifacts and fossil collections through the modern days at the historic Lincoln County Fair harness racing. The agriculture portion features the evolution of farming from the forked stick through the many implement featuring the wheel. Your tour through this complex will provide an enjoyable "fall back in time" that will keep you talking for months. For its significance to the community, the plant was placed on the National Register of Historical Places in 1988. While in Fayetteville, the Association suggests a self-guided walking/driving tour listed in their brochure. Space and missile exhibit.

PRICHARD'S DISTILLERY - located at 11 Kelso Smithland Road, Kelso, TN  37348.  We make rum the old fashioned way, the Finest Molasses. We invite you to tour and see how rum was made a century ago.  Monday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm Sat. 9 am - 3 pm For more information call 931-433-5454 or visit us at www.prichardsdistillery.com.

FLINTVILLE FISH HATCHERY - located in Lincoln County off Highway 64 - began operations in 1933 as part of the Works Progress Administration. The Federal Government operated the facility until the State of Tennessee took control in 1942. Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency currently operates Flintville Hatchery to produce rainbow trout. Rainbow trout eggs are hatched and raised to catchable size, approximately 10-12 inches. These trout are stocked in 48 streams and lakes in 48 Tennessee counties. The hatchery is funded by license sales and federal excise taxes on fishing equipment. Historic buildings and structures place Flintville Hatchery on the National Register of Historic Places. The Hatchery is located in Lincoln County off of highway 64. Self guided tours 7 am-2:30 pm Monday-Friday. Call for guided group tours 931 -937-8381.

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FAYETTEVILLE & WALKING TOUR The city square in Fayetteville has a rich history as a marketplace. Today, stores on the square include clothiers, jewelers, gift stores, a hardware store crammed full with unique items from the past and present, delis, an old-fashioned movie theater and numerous antique stores filled with vintage treasures. Sir's Fabrics, located off the northeast side of the square, is the South's largest discount fabric and upholstery store. Dragonfly Gallery and Design is a new art gallery, featuring the works of local and regional artists at 125 S. Main.

HISTORIC HOMES WALKING TOUR ON MULBERRY & ELK AVENUES Fayetteville is home to many beautiful historic houses, like the old Goodrich house at the corner of South Elk Avenue and Maple Street. Many more are located on Mulberry Avenue and Washington Street. Throughout the area are several bed & breakfast accommodations in grand mansions, including the Old Cowan Plantation & the Bagley House. Take the walking tour to appreciate these homes.

STONE BRIDGE PARK & VISITOR'S CENTER Our Log Cabin Visitor's Center serves as a welcome to Fayetteville and a tribute to the history of Lincoln County. It is located in Stone Bridge Memorial Park in Fayetteville on the Thornton-Taylor Parkway (Hwy. 64 Bypass). A replica of the uniquely engineered Old Stone Bridge, which spanned the Elk River from 1861-1969, and the Lancaster Cabin, circa 1791, are focal points of the park. Walk the trail to Father's Memorial Park and take in the beautiful view of the Elk River.

SCENIC ELK RIVER CANOEING, CAMPING & TROUT FISHING Spend the day fishing for trout and bass, or take a relaxing canoe ride on the sparkling waters of the Elk River, which divides the county almost in half and feeds numerous tributaries. The Elk is a class one river, making it ideal for novice canoers and families.

KELSO CANOE RENTAL 18 Kelso Smithland Road. Just off Winchester Hwy., Kelso, TN 37348. 931-438-4402. Cole Hereford, Owner. 931-703-4292.

ELK RIVER CANOES - Located 9 miles east of Fayetteville, just off Highway 64 at 190 Smithland Road.  Come float with us on the beautiful and scenic Elk River in South Central Tennessee.  Float for a few hours, a day or several days.  We have primitive campsites available on the river.  We welcome first timers, experienced canoeists, individuals, families or groups of any size.  Open Mid-March - Mid Nov. sun up to sun down. For more information call 931-937-6886 or visit www.elkrivercanoes.com.  

DRAGONFLY GALLERY AND DESIGN Featuring original artwork from regional artists on the square in historic downtown Fayetteville. Hours:W-F, 10-5, Sat, 10-2. 125 Main Ave. S., Fayetteville, TN 37334. 931-433-3024.

FAYETTEVILLE ANTIQUE MALL 112 E. College St. Historic, two story 1870's building with a blend of antique and furniture, decorative accessories and gifts displayed in beautiful room settings. 931-433-1231. Hours: Mon-Sat, 10-5.