Griselda’s guidebook to Columbia/Maury County, TN

Griselda
Griselda’s guidebook to Columbia/Maury County, TN

Historic Landmark

A historic landmark, built in 1837 is one of 2 famous girl schools popular before the great depression. Now it's s historic site and museum. Open for tours or venue rental. Tours: Thursday-Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. Monday-Wednesday by appointment only
Athenaeum
808 Athenaeum St
A historic landmark, built in 1837 is one of 2 famous girl schools popular before the great depression. Now it's s historic site and museum. Open for tours or venue rental. Tours: Thursday-Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. Monday-Wednesday by appointment only
Greek revival mansion built in 1837 that witnessed long marches of both the Confederate and Union armies and served as the headquarters of Confederate General Frank Armstrong in November 1864. Confederate Museum is dedicated to sharing the histories of Southern soldiers who fought in the civil war. Open for guided tours or rented for weddings and other functions.
Elm Springs
2357 Park Plus Drive
Greek revival mansion built in 1837 that witnessed long marches of both the Confederate and Union armies and served as the headquarters of Confederate General Frank Armstrong in November 1864. Confederate Museum is dedicated to sharing the histories of Southern soldiers who fought in the civil war. Open for guided tours or rented for weddings and other functions.
Ferguson Hall 5350 Main St The stately plantation was built in 1853 by Martin Cheairs (brother of Nathaniel Cheairs owner of Rippavilla Plantation). Tour the home and learn about intriguing stories surrounding General Van Dorn and Jesse McKissack Peters. Tours: by appointment Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm.
5350 Main St
5350 Main Street
Ferguson Hall 5350 Main St The stately plantation was built in 1853 by Martin Cheairs (brother of Nathaniel Cheairs owner of Rippavilla Plantation). Tour the home and learn about intriguing stories surrounding General Van Dorn and Jesse McKissack Peters. Tours: by appointment Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm.
City of Columbia's original burial grounds. Created in 1804 on the northern edge of the city on the bluff overlooking the Duck River. Many recognizable names like members of President Polk's family and soldiers dating back to the Revolutionary War are buried here.
Greenwood Cemetery
City of Columbia's original burial grounds. Created in 1804 on the northern edge of the city on the bluff overlooking the Duck River. Many recognizable names like members of President Polk's family and soldiers dating back to the Revolutionary War are buried here.
Nationally accredited Main Street community. Its historic downtown district is the crown jewel of Columbia with the classic town-square layout. At the center is the iconic courthouse, built in 1906. Surrounded by vibrant shops, restaurants, and local businesses. It is bordered by the Duck River and the Columbia Art District just a few blocks southwest. An outing downtown promises great finds, good eats, and live music.
Historic Downtown Columbia Public Square
Public Square
Nationally accredited Main Street community. Its historic downtown district is the crown jewel of Columbia with the classic town-square layout. At the center is the iconic courthouse, built in 1906. Surrounded by vibrant shops, restaurants, and local businesses. It is bordered by the Duck River and the Columbia Art District just a few blocks southwest. An outing downtown promises great finds, good eats, and live music.
The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile national scenic byway through 3 states. It roughly follows the Old Natchez Trace, a historic corridor used by American Indians, European settlers, soldiers, and future pressidents. Today people can not only enjoy a scenic drive but also hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping and other recreational opportunities.
Natchez Trace Parkway Bridge Viewing
The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile national scenic byway through 3 states. It roughly follows the Old Natchez Trace, a historic corridor used by American Indians, European settlers, soldiers, and future pressidents. Today people can not only enjoy a scenic drive but also hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping and other recreational opportunities.
In 1926, this quaint memorial park with 45-foot granite monument was dedicated in memory of Tennessee's most famous harness racer, Edward "Pop" Geers.
Pop Geers Memorial Park
602 West 7th Street
In 1926, this quaint memorial park with 45-foot granite monument was dedicated in memory of Tennessee's most famous harness racer, Edward "Pop" Geers.
Guests will enjoy a 30-minute guided tour of the main house and a self-guided tour of the Polk Sisters' house, gardens, and kitchen building. Presidential Hall showcases a schedule of rotating exhibits. the Federal-style home was built by father Samuel Polk in 1816 while James was attending university in North Carolina and is listed on the National register.
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President James K. Polk Home and Museum
301 W 7th St
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Guests will enjoy a 30-minute guided tour of the main house and a self-guided tour of the Polk Sisters' house, gardens, and kitchen building. Presidential Hall showcases a schedule of rotating exhibits. the Federal-style home was built by father Samuel Polk in 1816 while James was attending university in North Carolina and is listed on the National register.
One of the grandest examples of Greek Revival residential architecture in the country. This magnificent estate was built by George Polk, son of William Polk, who named the property Rattle and Snap after having won the land from the governor of North Carolina in a game of rattle and snap. Tours by reservation only.
Rattle and Snap Plantation
1522 North Main Street
One of the grandest examples of Greek Revival residential architecture in the country. This magnificent estate was built by George Polk, son of William Polk, who named the property Rattle and Snap after having won the land from the governor of North Carolina in a game of rattle and snap. Tours by reservation only.
Located in the heart of Spring Hill just minutes from Columbia, Rippavilla is a fully restored, 1850s Green Revival-styled mansion that sits on 98 acres. It is complete with original Cheairs family antiques, heirlooms, and Civil War artifacts. Open Daily for guided tours, field trips and family outings.
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Plantação Rippavilla
5700 Main St
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Located in the heart of Spring Hill just minutes from Columbia, Rippavilla is a fully restored, 1850s Green Revival-styled mansion that sits on 98 acres. It is complete with original Cheairs family antiques, heirlooms, and Civil War artifacts. Open Daily for guided tours, field trips and family outings.
Established in 1873, Rosemount Cemetery serves as a focal point for Maury County's African American history and the final resting place for many of Columbia's prominent black citizens and heroes, including members of the United States Colored Troops as wells as Dr. J.C. Halfacre, a physician who served as a city alderman, and Isaiah Gholston, a builder and a minister who constructed the Gholston Methodist Church.
Rosemount cemetery
500 Hardwick Avenue
Established in 1873, Rosemount Cemetery serves as a focal point for Maury County's African American history and the final resting place for many of Columbia's prominent black citizens and heroes, including members of the United States Colored Troops as wells as Dr. J.C. Halfacre, a physician who served as a city alderman, and Isaiah Gholston, a builder and a minister who constructed the Gholston Methodist Church.
An interpretive walking trail at the Spring Hill battlefield southeast of Spring Hill on Kedron Road and Reserve Boulevard helps visitors understand one of the most controversial events of the Civil War.
Spring Hill Battlefield
An interpretive walking trail at the Spring Hill battlefield southeast of Spring Hill on Kedron Road and Reserve Boulevard helps visitors understand one of the most controversial events of the Civil War.
This church was built by Leonidas Polk, Missionary Bishop of Southwest, and his three brothers, George, Lucius, and rufus. These cousins of President James K Polk divided a grant received from their father, col. William Polk of North Carolina.
Saint Johns Church
This church was built by Leonidas Polk, Missionary Bishop of Southwest, and his three brothers, George, Lucius, and rufus. These cousins of President James K Polk divided a grant received from their father, col. William Polk of North Carolina.

Arts & Entertainment

Muletown Pottery 510 N Garden St Paint-your-own pottery studio where you can decorate anything from mugs and plates to statues and more!
510 N Garden St
510 North Garden Street
Muletown Pottery 510 N Garden St Paint-your-own pottery studio where you can decorate anything from mugs and plates to statues and more!
1202 S James Campbell Blvd Suite 14 Easy-to-follow painting classes with friends and family.
Painting with a Twist
1202 South James Campbell Boulevard
1202 S James Campbell Blvd Suite 14 Easy-to-follow painting classes with friends and family.
730 Mooresville Pike Tenn Pin Alley has 32 lanes of bowling featuring 24 lanes with automatic scoring. Pro Shop, game room, arcade, glow laser tag, bumper cars, party rooms and a cafe.
Tenn Pin Alley
730 Mooresville Pike
730 Mooresville Pike Tenn Pin Alley has 32 lanes of bowling featuring 24 lanes with automatic scoring. Pro Shop, game room, arcade, glow laser tag, bumper cars, party rooms and a cafe.
812 South High Street world-class music and event venue showcasing live music concerts and events. Venue rentals are available.
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The Mulehouse
812 South High Street
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812 South High Street world-class music and event venue showcasing live music concerts and events. Venue rentals are available.

Galleries

The Library Art Gallery 211 W 8th Street Located in the Maury County Library in the Columbia Arts District, showcases local art on rotation throughout the year. Past exhibits include a show by famed American sculptor Alan LeQuire.
211 W 8th St
211 West 8th Street
The Library Art Gallery 211 W 8th Street Located in the Maury County Library in the Columbia Arts District, showcases local art on rotation throughout the year. Past exhibits include a show by famed American sculptor Alan LeQuire.
Pryor Art Gallery 1665 Hampshire Pike Pryor Art Gallery hosts a regular schedule of exhibits each year, free and open to the public.
1665 Hampshire Pike
1665 Hampshire Pike
Pryor Art Gallery 1665 Hampshire Pike Pryor Art Gallery hosts a regular schedule of exhibits each year, free and open to the public.
W7th co Gallery The West 7th co gallery features vintage photos that showcase more than one hundred years of columbia's history.
107 W 7th St
107 West 7th Street
W7th co Gallery The West 7th co gallery features vintage photos that showcase more than one hundred years of columbia's history.

Museum

123 W 7th St Located in the heart of downtown Columbia, aMuse'um offers a variety of activities and experiences for children up to 8 years old.
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aMuse'um
123 W 7th St
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123 W 7th St Located in the heart of downtown Columbia, aMuse'um offers a variety of activities and experiences for children up to 8 years old.
Columbia Military Academy Museum The Columbia Military Academy Museum showcases the history of this arsenal turned academy from its beginnings in 1885. Tours by appointment only
1101 W 7th St
1101 West 7th Street
Columbia Military Academy Museum The Columbia Military Academy Museum showcases the history of this arsenal turned academy from its beginnings in 1885. Tours by appointment only
Maury County Archives collects and conserves the priceless collection of Maury County original, historical documents and makes them available to the public. Open Monday-Thursday.
Maury County Archives
201 East 6th Street
Maury County Archives collects and conserves the priceless collection of Maury County original, historical documents and makes them available to the public. Open Monday-Thursday.
The Mt Pleasant/Maury county Museum preserves history of the county, including its role in the phosphate industry as well as the impact of mining on the area.
Mt. Pleasant History Museum
108 Public Square
The Mt Pleasant/Maury county Museum preserves history of the county, including its role in the phosphate industry as well as the impact of mining on the area.

Taps & Corks

Asgard is a destination brewery that focuses on ecotourism and quality craft beer. It's rustic bar that sits on the beautiful Duck River with outdoor seating, guest food trucks and live music.
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Asgard Brewing Co.
104 E 5th St
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Asgard is a destination brewery that focuses on ecotourism and quality craft beer. It's rustic bar that sits on the beautiful Duck River with outdoor seating, guest food trucks and live music.
Amber Falls Winery produces fine wines ranging from bold dry reds to novelty fruit wines in a peaceful and tranquil setting. Join them for a tour and/or a tasting in the charming tasting room in the cellar of the winery and experience the beauty of the property.
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Amber Falls Winery & Cellars
794 Ridgetop Rd
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Amber Falls Winery produces fine wines ranging from bold dry reds to novelty fruit wines in a peaceful and tranquil setting. Join them for a tour and/or a tasting in the charming tasting room in the cellar of the winery and experience the beauty of the property.
Working to deliver unique, high-quality craft beer to Southern middle Tennessee.
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Bad Idea Brewing Company
510 W 11th St
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Working to deliver unique, high-quality craft beer to Southern middle Tennessee.
Experience southern comfort at Battleground South featuring a wide selection of fine cigars and bourbons.
Battleground South Cigar Lounge
1020 S Garden St
Experience southern comfort at Battleground South featuring a wide selection of fine cigars and bourbons.
Pipe and cigar lounge with craft brews on tap, handmade pipes and fine cigars in a casual atmosphere with access to the factory. See the pipe-making process!
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BriarWorks
511 N Main St
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Pipe and cigar lounge with craft brews on tap, handmade pipes and fine cigars in a casual atmosphere with access to the factory. See the pipe-making process!
361 Keg Springs Rd - Hampshire Keg Springs Winery offers free tastings for patrons 21 and older. April through October, experience free music on their deck on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from 2 pm - 5 pm.
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Keg Springs Winery
361 Keg Springs Rd
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361 Keg Springs Rd - Hampshire Keg Springs Winery offers free tastings for patrons 21 and older. April through October, experience free music on their deck on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from 2 pm - 5 pm.
The Lounge at The Mulehouse Delicious brews and cocktails are inspired by the music that plays just above you on the Mulehouse stage. Open before shows and on weekends.
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The Mulehouse
812 South High Street
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The Lounge at The Mulehouse Delicious brews and cocktails are inspired by the music that plays just above you on the Mulehouse stage. Open before shows and on weekends.
109 Overhead Bridge Rd - Hampshire A boutique family vineyard and winery and event venue south of Nashville near the Natchez Trace Parkway where they create handcrafted small-batch wines in the tasting room the enjoy a bottle on the patio.
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Natchez Hills Vineyard and Winery
109 Mail Rd
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109 Overhead Bridge Rd - Hampshire A boutique family vineyard and winery and event venue south of Nashville near the Natchez Trace Parkway where they create handcrafted small-batch wines in the tasting room the enjoy a bottle on the patio.
Tap room on the Square in downtown Columbia, TN with more than 25 brews on tap! Fun, inviting atmosphere.
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Taps Off Main
100 W 7th St
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Tap room on the Square in downtown Columbia, TN with more than 25 brews on tap! Fun, inviting atmosphere.
Originally conceived as a homebrew club in 2013, the founders of what would one day be called Twisted Copper started getting together on a weekly basis to brew, drink, and discuss beer. They started brewing store bought kits of styles that sounded interesting in each others kitchens and eventually started developing recipes of their own. Now after years of dialing in and perfecting these recipes we're ready for the world to enjoy them with us. Welcome to Twisted Copper! Thursday - Beer Bingo Saturday - Happy hour 2 pm - 5 pm
Twisted Copper Brewing Company
121 South Main Street
Originally conceived as a homebrew club in 2013, the founders of what would one day be called Twisted Copper started getting together on a weekly basis to brew, drink, and discuss beer. They started brewing store bought kits of styles that sounded interesting in each others kitchens and eventually started developing recipes of their own. Now after years of dialing in and perfecting these recipes we're ready for the world to enjoy them with us. Welcome to Twisted Copper! Thursday - Beer Bingo Saturday - Happy hour 2 pm - 5 pm
616 N Main Street Boutique tasting room featuring Tennessee wines housed in a 1930s era Servicenter.
Vintage Winery
803 South Main Street
616 N Main Street Boutique tasting room featuring Tennessee wines housed in a 1930s era Servicenter.

Outdoors

Barbara McIntyre Park 711 Tom Sharp Road Columbia's newest park features 2.5 miles of beginner, intermediate, and advanced single-track mountain bike trails. Including several cross-country trails and some amazing downhill options with plenty of technical and natural features to explore and traverse. The park also features a rectangular field for sports and a soon-to-be nature center.
711 Tom Sharp Rd
711 Tom Sharp Road
Barbara McIntyre Park 711 Tom Sharp Road Columbia's newest park features 2.5 miles of beginner, intermediate, and advanced single-track mountain bike trails. Including several cross-country trails and some amazing downhill options with plenty of technical and natural features to explore and traverse. The park also features a rectangular field for sports and a soon-to-be nature center.
Cheeks Bend Natural Area/Yanahli Preserve & Rummage Cave from I-65, exit to highway 412/99 and head west one mile and turn left on Rock Springs road. Go 4 miles to Sowell Mill Pike and turn left. Then go 3 miles and turn right on Cheeks Bend Road. Cheeks bend is an 800-acre natural area that is part of the Duck River Complex with-in the 12,800-acre Yanahali Wildlife Management area. Cheeks bend Bluff View Trail is a two-mile trail that wanders along the bluff overlooking the Duck river. Rummage Cave, a short, horizontal cave with five oval rooms about 30 feet wide, brings you near the base of the Duck River and intersects with Cheeks Bend Bluff View Trail.
Cheeks Bend Bluff Trail Head (Parking_
Cheeks Bend Bluff View Trail
Cheeks Bend Natural Area/Yanahli Preserve & Rummage Cave from I-65, exit to highway 412/99 and head west one mile and turn left on Rock Springs road. Go 4 miles to Sowell Mill Pike and turn left. Then go 3 miles and turn right on Cheeks Bend Road. Cheeks bend is an 800-acre natural area that is part of the Duck River Complex with-in the 12,800-acre Yanahali Wildlife Management area. Cheeks bend Bluff View Trail is a two-mile trail that wanders along the bluff overlooking the Duck river. Rummage Cave, a short, horizontal cave with five oval rooms about 30 feet wide, brings you near the base of the Duck River and intersects with Cheeks Bend Bluff View Trail.
1415 New Hwy 7 This 300-acre park is located on the banks of the Duck River and the tributary Knob Creek. It has been designed with 8.5 miles of single track mountain bike trails suitable for all levels of riders from expert racers to 5 year olds. Maps available at the parking field.
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Chickasaw Trace Park
1419 Santa Fe Pike
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1415 New Hwy 7 This 300-acre park is located on the banks of the Duck River and the tributary Knob Creek. It has been designed with 8.5 miles of single track mountain bike trails suitable for all levels of riders from expert racers to 5 year olds. Maps available at the parking field.
Cook soccer Park has 10 fields located adjacent to maury County Park.
Cook Soccer Park
710 Experiment Station Lane
Cook soccer Park has 10 fields located adjacent to maury County Park.
4209 Nashville Hwy - Chapel Hill Park amenities include golf, fishing, trap and skeet range, swimming, hiking trails, picnic pavilions and a conference center.
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Parque Estadual Henry Horton
4209 Nashville Hwy
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4209 Nashville Hwy - Chapel Hill Park amenities include golf, fishing, trap and skeet range, swimming, hiking trails, picnic pavilions and a conference center.
1018 Maury County Park Drive Maury County Park has a hiking trail, a 1.5-mile paved walking trail, a special trail for kids' motorized vehicles, two playgrounds, and eight pavilions available by reservation. there are football and baseball fields, two equestrian arenas, and barns. And it is also home to the miniature trains of Mid-South Live Steamers.
Maury County Park
1018 Maury County Park Dr
1018 Maury County Park Drive Maury County Park has a hiking trail, a 1.5-mile paved walking trail, a special trail for kids' motorized vehicles, two playgrounds, and eight pavilions available by reservation. there are football and baseball fields, two equestrian arenas, and barns. And it is also home to the miniature trains of Mid-South Live Steamers.
6148 Trotwood Ave Tennessee's Premier tournament destination, Ridley Sports complex is a multi-purpose sports facility with 10 softball fields and nine rectangular fields suitable for soccer, Lacrosse, football, and rugby.
Ridley Sports Complex - Columbia, TN
6148 Trotwood Avenue
6148 Trotwood Ave Tennessee's Premier tournament destination, Ridley Sports complex is a multi-purpose sports facility with 10 softball fields and nine rectangular fields suitable for soccer, Lacrosse, football, and rugby.
102 Riverside Dr Riverside Park is just off the square in downtown nestled along the banks of the Duck River, one of the most ecologically diverse rivers in the US. enjoy the paved walking path that connects historic downtown Columbia to riverwalk Park and up to the local dam, approximately one mile. Kids will enjoy the splash pad and the basketball court. Two pavilions in the park are available by reservation. Events keep the park buzzing with activity such as the Farmers Market, live concerts, and 'Movies in the Park'.
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Riverwalk Park - Columbia, TN
102 Riverside Dr
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102 Riverside Dr Riverside Park is just off the square in downtown nestled along the banks of the Duck River, one of the most ecologically diverse rivers in the US. enjoy the paved walking path that connects historic downtown Columbia to riverwalk Park and up to the local dam, approximately one mile. Kids will enjoy the splash pad and the basketball court. Two pavilions in the park are available by reservation. Events keep the park buzzing with activity such as the Farmers Market, live concerts, and 'Movies in the Park'.
Summertown, TN Stillhouse Hollow Falls is a 90-acre state natural area located approximately 21 miles southwest of Columbia and 3 miles northeast of Summertown off Hwy US 43 in Maury County. The natural area is on the Western Highland Rim in the Duck River watershed. The geology of this region creates scenic natural features such as seeps, flat shale-bottom streams, and waterfalls, both small and large, which help shape the region's dissected topography.
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Stillhouse Hollow Falls
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Summertown, TN Stillhouse Hollow Falls is a 90-acre state natural area located approximately 21 miles southwest of Columbia and 3 miles northeast of Summertown off Hwy US 43 in Maury County. The natural area is on the Western Highland Rim in the Duck River watershed. The geology of this region creates scenic natural features such as seeps, flat shale-bottom streams, and waterfalls, both small and large, which help shape the region's dissected topography.
3813 Williamsport Pike - Williamsport The Williamsport Lakes are the area's best public family fishing lakes. The 4 lakes are stocked with bass, catfish, bluegill and more! bait, boat and tackle rentals available.
Williamsport Lakes, Shellcracker
3813 Williamsport Pike - Williamsport The Williamsport Lakes are the area's best public family fishing lakes. The 4 lakes are stocked with bass, catfish, bluegill and more! bait, boat and tackle rentals available.
Woodland Park is a 60.82-acre park in the heart of Columbia, TN. It is anchored by the historic Rainey House in a beautiful, wooded setting with a walking trail, a pond with a fountain, a large playground area, and several smaller play areas, an amphitheater, tennis courts, and picnic pavilions. The disc golf course at Woodland Park offers some of the best scenery and aesthetics in Columbia. Both amateur and advanced players are welcome to experience everything this wonderful course has to offer.
Woodland Park Disc Golf Course - Columbia, TN
821 W 9th St
Woodland Park is a 60.82-acre park in the heart of Columbia, TN. It is anchored by the historic Rainey House in a beautiful, wooded setting with a walking trail, a pond with a fountain, a large playground area, and several smaller play areas, an amphitheater, tennis courts, and picnic pavilions. The disc golf course at Woodland Park offers some of the best scenery and aesthetics in Columbia. Both amateur and advanced players are welcome to experience everything this wonderful course has to offer.
922 Iron Bridge road The newest park to Maury County, Yanahli offers several miles of walking trails at the gateway to the Duck River.
Yanahli Park
922 Iron Bridge Road
922 Iron Bridge road The newest park to Maury County, Yanahli offers several miles of walking trails at the gateway to the Duck River.

Canoe Outfitter

4361 Hwy 31 Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Duck River by kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or tube. Rent everything you need for your excursion! Take a 5-mile or 9-mile trip or try a 1.5-hour lazy river tube float.
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The River Rat's Canoe Rental
4361 US-431
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4361 Hwy 31 Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Duck River by kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or tube. Rent everything you need for your excursion! Take a 5-mile or 9-mile trip or try a 1.5-hour lazy river tube float.
3114 cheeks Bend Rd The Higher Pursuits Duck River canoe base is located just minutes from downtown Columbia and features canoe and kayak trips on the beautiful and scenic Duck River. There are gorgeous gravel bars, rock bluffs, and beautiful scenery throughout. Paddling routes are easygoing class I with very few swift spots.
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Higher Pursuits
3114 Cheeks Bend Rd
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3114 cheeks Bend Rd The Higher Pursuits Duck River canoe base is located just minutes from downtown Columbia and features canoe and kayak trips on the beautiful and scenic Duck River. There are gorgeous gravel bars, rock bluffs, and beautiful scenery throughout. Paddling routes are easygoing class I with very few swift spots.