Crossville / I-40 KOA Holiday Blog
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Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
From Nashville - I-40 E - Exit 322: Turn right at the stop light at the top of ramp, then take the 3rd exit at roundabout onto Highway 70 E. The KOA will be 4 miles down on your left.
From Knoxville - I-40 W - Exit 329: Turn right at the first stop sign, then turn left at the second stop sign onto Highway 70. The KOA will be 3.5 miles down on your right.
The KOA is located between both I-40 exits and entrances on Highway 70, with no need to backtrack either direction as Highway 70 runs parallel with I-40.
GPS with Latitude/Longitude access: Lat. 35.926352, -84.926021
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Situated in the magnificent Cumberland Plateau is the quaint town of Crossville. The area is known for its charm, natural wonderland, outdoor adventures and rocky wildlife parks. Here are nine of the top things to do in Crossville, Tennessee, when visiting the region.
The Cumberland Mountain State Park offers the perfect retreat with over 1,700 acres of land. The park has several picnic spots, an iconic bridge and a golf course.
You can also bike, swim, fish, kayak, paddleboard and boat at the lake — the perfect day out for the family!
When looking for things to do in Crossville on the weekend, hiking should be on your list. There are a variety of trails and places to explore in the area by foot.
A popular trail is the Black Mountain / Brady Mountain trail. The 7.8-mile route takes hikers up the mountainside with a magnificent lookout point, perfect for pictures. The quiet nature trail is open year-round and is moderate in difficulty. If you have a four-legged friend, leashed pets are allowed on the route.
One of the best things to do in Crossville, TN, is to visit Crossville Meadow Park Lake. The 270-acre, city-owned lake is the perfect place to cast a line, go boating and kayaking, picnic or hike on the trail meandering through the park.
When looking for indoor activities in Crossville, consider the Cumberland County Playhouse. The stage theater offers various entertaining shows and performances every week.
The stage showcases the best actors and musicians of the region, sometimes performing original work and, other times, famous plays. The playhouse also regularly hosts comedy shows.
Wine lovers should not miss the opportunity to do a tasting at the family-owned winery — Stonehaus Winery. The winery produces and sells some of the finest Southern wines, offering a variety of dry, sparkling and sweet wines.
The shop also provides the yummiest homemade fudge, gift baskets and wine accessories.
Enjoy an afternoon out in nature and visit Ozone Falls. Just a short 7 mile drive from the Crossville KOA, you are sure to enjoy the senic views the waterfall has to offer. The top of the waterfall is an easy walk from the parking area. If you're looking for more adventure, you can continue to the bottom of the falls to capture some picturious scenery… just make sure to wear your hiking shoes.
Take a scenic cycle or hike through Obed River Park, next to the Obed River. The park is home to a level one arboretum with 60 species of flora, 27 pieces of outdoor workout machines, picnic tables and paved trails along the river.
The area is the perfect place to unwind in the beautiful nature that Crossville is famous for.
The beautiful Cumberland Homestead Museum allows visitors to go back in time to learn about the region's rich historical and cultural background.
The museum sports matchless views, has a gift shop for keepsakes and showcases various artifacts, exhibits, documents and photos from the 1930s. The informative displays give rich insights into the area.
Make your way to the top of the tower by climbing 197 steps and view Crossville in a way you have never seen before.
A vacation to the region will not be complete without visiting Crossville / I-40 KOA Holiday. Staying at the campground gives you access to various complimentary activities and recreational facilities.
If you are looking for free things to do in Crossville, TN, stay at our campground and enjoy:
Crossville / I-40 KOA Holiday is the perfect base to explore the magnificent local attractions the region is known for.
Our campground has excellent amenities, on-site fun and various Back-In and Pull-Thru Sites, Tent Sites, Deluxe Cabins and Camping Cabins.
Plan your Crossville adventure and make a reservation today!
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