With a county population of under 17,000, moderate climate, growing
equestrian community, and plenty of gorgeous views and rich history,
Fentress County is a unique and diverse area. Whether you come
for a short visit, extended stay, or choose to make your home here
- you're going to love the beautiful scenery and peaceful lifestyle
we appreciate so much.
Fentress County is located on the Cumberland Plateau, and sits
on the eastern most section of Middle Tennessee. Operating on
Central Time, our neighbors to the east of us refer to us as
being on "slow time".
Most new residents are moving from urban areas and the southern
coastal states. More folks are coming to appreciate the beauty
and serene atmosphere of life on the plateau, here in "Big
South Fork Country". Having easy access to Big South Fork
National River & Recreation Area, Pickett State Park, and
Dale Hollow Lake; residents and visitors alike are enjoying country
living.

Fentress
County is known as the Trail Riding Capitol of the Southeast
to the
equestrian community with hundreds of acres
of trails, overlooks, unique geological formations, and waterfalls.
Many horse campgrounds, cabins, and stables are located in the
county and in and around the parks.
You're sure to find something to keep you as busy or relaxed
as you'd like with activities such as horseback riding, hiking,
biking, fishing, hunting, ATV riding, camping, rafting, canoeing,
swimming, shopping, exploring, and visiting local sites and attractions.
Whether you explore by foot, horseback, boat, ATV, car, or RV
- you're going to love this place!
Although tourism is a huge part of the local economy, agriculture
also has its place. The gently rolling land is condusive to cattle
and other farm animals and is well watered by creeks and ponds.
Visit the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce
http://www.jamestowntn.org/
Visit the Tennessee Dept. of Economic and Community Developement
http://www.state.tn.us/ecd/ |