Sunday, March 4, 2012

David Crockett State Park

There was no pickin or paintin today, but instead a Sunday afternoon drive through the park.  We are blessed in Lawrenceburg, TN, to have this beautiful park, established here in 1959, when I was just a wee little girl.  Many things in this small town are named after Mr. David Crockett.  He was not born here, but lived here, had a Mill here and he was one of the founders and officials of our town. 

There are several water falls,

and a beautiful 40 acre lake, where people fish or lazily ride along in paddle boats.


 In the summer of 2011, several cabins were built and opened to the public.



There's a restaurant.


              Windows at the back of the restaurant look out over the lake.


 This covered bridge was recently rebuilt after the original was washed away by a flood.

The park also has an olympic size swimming pool, several playground areas, 2 campground sites, many, many picnic spots with grills and tables.  There are tennis courts for the athletic, or walking trails for us slower moving people.

So, if you ever make it to my neck of the woods, you'll want to be sure to visit our beautiful park, The David Crockett State Park.

For more information click
                      http://www.tnstateparks.com/DavidCrockettSP


19 comments:

  1. Replies
    1. Thanks for stopping in, Sandy. Come back soon. 8-)

      Delete
  2. I've been there and enJOYed the chance to stop from a long ride. We love taking road trips to nowhere and finding places like this. Glad you showed us what it looks like in early spring.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks for stopping by my blog tonight, Joy. It was a gloomy day today, but there were some trees blooming. The park is gorgeous in summer though, and very busy. COME BACK SOON.

      Delete
  3. Beautiful Park! I love to go for drives and parks are wonderful places to visit. Wonderful pics!
    Thanks for sharing!
    Prim Blessings
    Robin

    ReplyDelete
  4. Beautiful scenery. I love to visit Tennessee.

    ReplyDelete
  5. Thanks so much for the tour of this beautiful park. This looks like a perfect spot for a long walk or a picnic.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Been there many times. I remember the old covered bridge. We had annual family reunions there and we played in the creek. Also church group camping a few times.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Yeah, Amy. I have many fond memories of family and church get-togethers there too. Sometimes wish we could go back there.

      Delete
  7. Hi Candy,
    What a nice way to spend your Sunday afternoon. I imagine it is quite relaxing to stay in one of those cabins. So looking forward to spring!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Oh, me too, Patty. Things are starting to bloom here already, so that makes me want spring even more.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I have become your newest follower. I am looking forward to seeing all of your furniture redos. Great blog!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Hi Candy! Thanks so much for you visit the other day! I hope you have fun on this new venture. :)

    ReplyDelete
  11. What a beautiful tour. I love that covered bridge. Thanks for the visit, and your flattering comment. I've taken a little tour of your blog. I'm following. Stop back and see me anytime.
    xoxoRosemary

    ReplyDelete
  12. Hi Candy! Thanks for showing us your beautiful area. I love TN but unfortunately I've only visited the Smokey Mtn areas. We haven't been able to head up there for a number of years and every year I say we're going this Fall. I'd love to see it in the Spring too.

    I'm so glad you stopped by Cotton Pickin Cute and visited me tonight. You put a big ole' smile on my face with your sweet comments. And I love making new friends. I can't wait to see what you do with your pallet.

    I'm your newest follower now too. I know we'll become fast friends.
    Hugs...Tracy @ Cotton Pickin Cute

    ReplyDelete
  13. Hi Candy! Thanks for the tour of David Crockett park...it is just beautiful. My favorite photo was the one of the back of the restaurant that showed the beautiful white blooming trees. Thanks also for following me...I am following you back. You have a lot of followers for just starting your blog in January!
    I look forward to reading more of your posts.

    ReplyDelete
  14. This place looks amazing- makes me want to jump in my car for a roadtrip!!

    ReplyDelete
  15. My husband wants to go to TN for vacation this year ...It looks so beautiful....following you back from CountryMommaCooks:)

    ReplyDelete

I do read and appreciate EVERY comment. I try to reply to all, but sometimes might miss seeing one. Please visit often. THANKS!!!