Local Area Attractions Near Crossville / I-40 KOA Holiday

You and your family can enjoy the great outdoors while staying in Crossville, “The Golf Capital of Tennessee.” With the campground less than an hour from Knoxville and about 1.5 hours from Nashville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Crossville/I-40 KOA Holiday makes the perfect base camp for all your adventures. There are many things to do in Crossville, Tennessee, from visiting the Cumberland Mountain State Park and Ozone Falls to walking downtown and around the Historic District. If you want to continue having fun, you can check out all the recreation options at our campground as you relax and meet other campers after a day of exploring the local area. Start planning your next trip to Crossville by reserving a campsite today!

Cumberland Mountain State Park

Cumberland Mountain State Park

Love exploring the beauty of nature?  Head over to the Cumberland State Park.  With over 14 different hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, and water recreation, the State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities ranging in difficulty level.  When you're ready to unwind, enjoy a meal at the Homestead Harvest Restaurant which has incredible views of the park.

1125, 24 Office Dr.

Crossville, TN 38555

931-484-6138

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Cumberland County Playhouse

Cumberland County Playhouse

The Cumberland County Playhouse is the only major non-profit professional performing arts resource in rural Tennessee, and one of the ten largest professional theaters in rural America. It serves more than 145,000 visitors annually with two indoor and two outdoor stages, young audience productions, a comprehensive dance program, a concert series and touring shows.

221 Tennessee Ave.

Crossville, TN 38555

931-484-5000

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Cumberland Homestead Historic District

Cumberland Homestead Historic District

Enjoy a walk through history during your stay in Crossville.   The Cumberland Homesteads was one of the largest of roughly 100 Subsistence Homestead Communities built to aid families under FDR's New Deal from 1931 to 1941.   The Historic district begins directly across from the KOA entrance, where you can take a drive and admire these historic homes.  Along your way you can make a stop at the Homestead Tower Museum to learn more about this time in history.

Crossville - The Golf Capital of Tennessee

Crossville - The Golf Capital of Tennessee

Crossville and Cumberland County, Tennessee, easily lay claim to being called the “Golf Capital of Tennessee.” Situated on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, 11 championship golf courses await golfers of all skill levels. From Wyndham at Fairfield Glade, Tennessee's famous vacation and retirement resort featuring 90 holes of golf, to the Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain State Park, Tennessee's first Jack Nicklaus-designed course, the best spot for golf in Tennessee is Crossville and Cumberland County.

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Ozone Falls

Ozone Falls

Ozone Falls plunges 110 feet over a sandstone cap rock into a deep, rock-strewn pool. Fall Creek then disappears underground, re-emerging several yards downstream. Because of its picturesque beauty and easy access, Ozone Falls was selected for filming scenes for the original Jungle Book movie.  A quick 10 minute drive from the KOA, you will reach the trails that will take you to the top and bottom of falls.

Live Entertainment at the Palace Theater

Live Entertainment at the Palace Theater

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT In Crossville and Cumberland County, community leaders have supported the theatre and the arts for over 50 years. This leadership and the citizens of our community created an imaginative and positive atmosphere for creative arts which led to the development of a rural community theatre in 1965. The Cumberland County Playhouse was established. Today over 145,000 visitors see world-class musicals, dramas, comedies and concerts at the legendary Cumberland County Playhouse. The Palace Theatre, built in 1938, and restored in 1996, is a downtown community auditorium hosting concerts, like the Big South Opry, community meetings and plays. Over 28,000 visitors enjoyed local events in 2009. Crossville and Cumberland County enjoy concerts produced by an active Community Band and the Children of Crossville Chamber Orchestra. The Blue Ribbon Award winning Cumberland County Fair offers family fun for everyone. With over nine festivals, there is always a treasure chest full of live entertainment events for all ages

Muddy Pond Mennonite Community

Muddy Pond Mennonite Community

Visit the Muddy Pond community of Mennonites and all their fine crafts and homemade pies and jams, watch as they make sorghum in the factory. There are also many other unique and historical towns and burgs. This is a very nice scenic drive.

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Fall Creek Falls

Fall Creek Falls

Enjoy gorgeous waterfalls and lush landscapes on the Cumberland Plateau.  Located approximately 40 minutes from the KOA.

Buc-ee's

Buc-ee's

Check out the first Buc-ee's in Tennessee!  Don't know what the Beaver is all about?  Just a short drive from the KOA check out this supersized gas/convenience store and we are sure you'll become a fan of the Beaver!

2045 Genesis Rd

Crossville, TN 38555

Local Wineries

Local Wineries

Crossville is home to two local wineries. Ask for the 15% discount for your purchase when you arrive. Group wine tastings  can be set up at no charge.

Largest Flea Market in Tennessee

Largest Flea Market in Tennessee

Looking to find a bargain?  The flea market is open every weekend year round in Crossville. On Saturday they have all sorts of animals, fresh eggs and produce, homemade cakes and bread. They also have everything that any flea market offers.

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Black Mountain

Black Mountain

You'll find a 2 mile loop trail with beautiful views. It's a 15 minute drive over scenic highway 70 east.

Cumberland Caverns

Cumberland Caverns

With almost 30 miles of caves and underground passageways, incredible underground rock formations, beautiful underground waterfalls, and gleaming pools, there is plenty of fun and adventure for everyone! Cumberland Caverns is an hour away from the KOA.

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Wildwood Stables Horseback Riding Rentals

Wildwood Stables Horseback Riding Rentals

See the beautiful plateau on horseback. Half hour and hour rides are available.  Approximately 15 minutes from the campground.  You can call the stable for reservations.

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127 Yard Sale

127 Yard Sale

The 127 Yard Sale is commonly referred to as “The World's Longest Yard Sale”. That's because it really is the longest yard sale in the world. To be exact, it's 690 miles long and the route travels through 6 states; Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. The majority of the route follows Highway 127 from Addison, MI in the north to Chattanooga, TN with Crossville being a main place to stop and shop.   Be sure to mark your calendar for the first weekend in August. Bring your trailers and plan for a weekend of fun shopping!

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Wooden's Apple House

Wooden's Apple House

Enjoy an afternoon out exploring the apple orchards and stocking up on all your favorite homemade goodies.  Approximately a hour south of Crossville, enjoy a drive through the Tennessee countryside to Wooden's Apple House.

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Dollywood

Dollywood

Dollywood allows you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains while experiencing heart-pounding thrills and witnessing incredible performances during your visit.  Located 80 miles southeast of the KOA, make Crossville your base camp for a day trip to Dollywood.

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Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge is approximately 90 minutes from the Crossville KOA.  You can spend the day in the action of the city then return to your serene campsite at the KOA.  Explore a wide array of restaurant, shows, shopping and attractions – all set against the beautiful backdrop of the Smoky Mountains.

Rowell's Apple House

Rowell's Apple House

Take a quick walk across the street from the KOA to grab some fresh apples.  Rowell's Apple House has a variety of freshly picked apples you can pick up and bring back to enjoy for an afternoon snack, or use to make a fresh apple pie.

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