Benton County, TN

Benton/Houston Ferry

Phone: (731) 584-8395
Description: Reducing a trip that would take approximately 1 1/2 hours by road to around seven minutes, the Benton/Houston Ferry connects Benton and Houston Counties providing not only a quicker route, but an aesthetically pleasing one as well. This ferry ride is an inexpensive way to travel between these communities while taking in the breathtaking beauty of the Kentucky Lake/Tennessee River Valley. For more information contact the Benton County/Camden Chamber of Commerce or email: chamber1@usit.net.

Duck River Scenic Overlook

Phone: (731) 642-2091
Address: 3006 Dinkins Lane Paris, TN 38242
Description: Developed in the fall of 2003, and located within the Duck River Unit of the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge, this breathtaking new Benton County attraction located on the Duck River Wildlife Refuge, offers a spectacular view of the Tennessee River Valley from high above. Located just a few miles north of exit 133 on Interstate 40 in Tennessee, this overlook also provides visitors with a wonderful vantage point for viewing wildlife such as, deer, migratory ducks, geese and songbirds, squirrels, rabbits and much more. Visitors to the overlook may even get a glimpse of the eagles that nest in the area.

Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park

Phone: (731) 584-6356
Address: 1825 Pilot Knob Road Eva, TN 38333
Description: A sanctuary for people and wildlife alike, this lovely area is located on the western bank of Kentucky Lake and features seven cabins opened in May of 2001, Happy Hollow camping area with 38 sites and a primitive camping area with 15 available sites. In addition, the park offers a group lodge, fishing, boating and skiing, two picnicking areas, and pavilions for group use. Trails perfect for hiking wind through the park, providing excellent views of wildlife, water and woods. Trail maps are available at the park office. Located 25 miles north of I-40. From I-40 take exit 126, go north to Camden and follow the signs to the park.

Patsy Cline Memorial

Phone: (731) 584-8395
Description: Visit the historic site where country music stars Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and pilot Randy Hughes tragically lost their lives in a plane crash March 5, 1963. A stone monument, located 2.8 miles north of Camden on Mt. Carmel Rd stands in their honor.

Pilot Knob

Phone: (731) 584-6356 or 800-714-7305
Address: 1825 Pilot Knob Rd. Eva, TN 38333
Description: The highest point in West Tennessee, Pilot Knob boasts a breathtaking view of the beautiful Tennessee River Valley. The knob also overlooks the scene of one of the most distinctive battles in the Civil War during which General Nathan Bedford Forrest and his troops defeated a fleet of Union gunboats on the Tennessee River. It is one of a very few occasions in recorded history that a land based military force ever defeated a naval force. Find out all about this famous battle at a memorial site atop Pilot Knob, located inside scenic Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park on beautiful Kentucky Lake.

Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge

Phone: (731) 642-2091
Address: 3006 Dinkins Lane Paris, TN 38242
Description: A haven for many species of animals, including bald eagles, this refuge offers unparalleled wildlife viewing year-round. Seasonal quota hunts for whitetail deer, and non-quota hunts for turkey, raccoon and squirrel are popular. The Big Sandy Unit is located in the northern part of Benton County. The Duck River Unit covers an area along the southern shore of the Tennessee River in Benton County as well as an area across the river in Humphreys County.

Tennessee River Folklife Center

Phone: (731) 584-6536
Address: 1825 Pilot Knob Rd. Eva, TN 38333
Description: The Center features many displays and artifacts as well as a collection of audio and video recordings depicting the life, ways and customs of folks on the Tennessee River. From the I-40 Nathan Bedford Forrest exit, go north to Camden and follow the signs to the park. Located in Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park.

Tennessee River Fresh Water Pearl Museum, Farm, and Tour

Phone: (731) 584-7880 or 800-225-7469
Address: 255 Marina Road Camden, TN 38320-9699
Website: www.birdsongresort.com    www.TennesseRiverPearls.com
Description: Visitors can rent a cabin, and a pontoon boat, swim in the pool, picnic under the pavilion, visit the fresh water pearl museum and mini theater, purchase fresh water pearl jewelry, tour the pearl farm, and much more. Call for reservations or visit their website. Located just 9 Miles North of Exit 133 on I-40.

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