Brooks Farm Guidebook
Sightseeing / Entertainment
The first permanent settlement outside the thirteen colonies, Sycamore Shoals served as the muster point for the Overmountain Men on their way to the Battle of King’s Mountain. Visit the reconstruction of Fort Watauga, explore the museum and enjoy the year-round interpretive program. An outdoor drama, “Liberty–The Saga of Sycamore Shoals” is offered in mid-July.
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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
1651 W Elk AveThe first permanent settlement outside the thirteen colonies, Sycamore Shoals served as the muster point for the Overmountain Men on their way to the Battle of King’s Mountain. Visit the reconstruction of Fort Watauga, explore the museum and enjoy the year-round interpretive program. An outdoor drama, “Liberty–The Saga of Sycamore Shoals” is offered in mid-July.
A naturalist’s paradise, rich in plant and animal life, the 6,285-foot peak offers breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountain range. In mid-June the Catawba rhododendron burst into a spectacular display of blossoms covering more than 600 acres–the largest natural rhododendron garden in the world. The Roan Mountain State Park offers camping, hiking, tennis, swimming and picnicking.
Roan Mountain
A naturalist’s paradise, rich in plant and animal life, the 6,285-foot peak offers breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountain range. In mid-June the Catawba rhododendron burst into a spectacular display of blossoms covering more than 600 acres–the largest natural rhododendron garden in the world. The Roan Mountain State Park offers camping, hiking, tennis, swimming and picnicking.
Heavy oak planks, hand-forged nails and threaded spikes have helped the Covered Bridge remain beautiful and functional. Built in 1882, it is one of the few remaining covered bridges in
Tennessee. The Doe River Covered Bridge is recognized by the Tennessee Historical Commission, National Register of Historic Places and the Historic Engineering Record.
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Elizabethton Covered Bridge
717 East Elk AvenueHeavy oak planks, hand-forged nails and threaded spikes have helped the Covered Bridge remain beautiful and functional. Built in 1882, it is one of the few remaining covered bridges in
Tennessee. The Doe River Covered Bridge is recognized by the Tennessee Historical Commission, National Register of Historic Places and the Historic Engineering Record.
Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway host two of the premiere NASCAR weekends and one NHRA National event weekend yearly and in 2016 will add football to its resume with September’s Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol. Tours available by reservation. Come visit The Last Great Colosseum and Thunder Valley because it’s not just a place, It’s Bristol Baby!
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Bristol Motor Speedway
151 Speedway BlvdBristol Motor Speedway and Dragway host two of the premiere NASCAR weekends and one NHRA National event weekend yearly and in 2016 will add football to its resume with September’s Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol. Tours available by reservation. Come visit The Last Great Colosseum and Thunder Valley because it’s not just a place, It’s Bristol Baby!
Recognized by the U.S. Congress as the official “Birthplace of Country Music,” Bristol pays tribute to the heritage of country music. Concerts, events, and jam-sessions are available throughout Historic Downtown Bristol. The Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Music Festival in September hosts more than 20 stages with over 100 artists. Bristol is also the home place of Tennessee Ernie Ford.
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Birthplace of Country Music Museum
101 Country Music WayRecognized by the U.S. Congress as the official “Birthplace of Country Music,” Bristol pays tribute to the heritage of country music. Concerts, events, and jam-sessions are available throughout Historic Downtown Bristol. The Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Music Festival in September hosts more than 20 stages with over 100 artists. Bristol is also the home place of Tennessee Ernie Ford.
Host to the National Storytelling Festival every October. The only facility in the world devoted to oral storytelling and its creative applications. The Center includes a 14,000 square-foot education building with gift shop and hosts the annual Teller-in-Residence Program, which runs from May through October with daily performances Tues.-Sat. at 2 p.m.
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International Storytelling Center
100 W Main StHost to the National Storytelling Festival every October. The only facility in the world devoted to oral storytelling and its creative applications. The Center includes a 14,000 square-foot education building with gift shop and hosts the annual Teller-in-Residence Program, which runs from May through October with daily performances Tues.-Sat. at 2 p.m.
Laugh, scream, gasp and lose yourself in a world of
adventure, comedy, romance and suspense . Escape to
Barter Theatre and experience world-class entertainment. Let your imagination run wild and discover thrills like you never have before, watching stories unfold at the nation’s longest running professional theatre.
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Barter Theatre
127 W Main StLaugh, scream, gasp and lose yourself in a world of
adventure, comedy, romance and suspense . Escape to
Barter Theatre and experience world-class entertainment. Let your imagination run wild and discover thrills like you never have before, watching stories unfold at the nation’s longest running professional theatre.
One of the nation’s largest city parks, Kingsport’s Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium is a 3,550-acre nature preserve offering an assortment of activities featuring 39 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, a 44-acre lake providing a quiet escape to nature, animal habitats, a 300’ zip line, and more.
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Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
853 Bays Mountain Park RdOne of the nation’s largest city parks, Kingsport’s Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium is a 3,550-acre nature preserve offering an assortment of activities featuring 39 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, a 44-acre lake providing a quiet escape to nature, animal habitats, a 300’ zip line, and more.
Step back to the year 1791 at Rocky Mount the first capitol of the Southwest Territory where accurately dressed interpreters educate and entertain visitors about Tennessee’s early history and the OVNHT to King’s Mountain.
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Rocky Mount State Historic Site & Museum
200 Hyder Hill RdStep back to the year 1791 at Rocky Mount the first capitol of the Southwest Territory where accurately dressed interpreters educate and entertain visitors about Tennessee’s early history and the OVNHT to King’s Mountain.
This 18th century home is the site of the 1788 Battle of the State of Franklin between John Sevier and Col. John Tipton. In the 1840s it was the home of Landon Carter Haynes who became a Confederate Senator. The site is on the Tennessee Civil War Trail.
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Tipton-Haynes Historic Site
2620 S Roan StThis 18th century home is the site of the 1788 Battle of the State of Franklin between John Sevier and Col. John Tipton. In the 1840s it was the home of Landon Carter Haynes who became a Confederate Senator. The site is on the Tennessee Civil War Trail.
Visit a local "hot spot," the Blue Hole! Located just northeast of Elizabethton, this trail is a short and moderate, featuring 70-foot waterfalls in two tiers. Directions: 10 miles north of Elizabethton off Hwy 91 and turn left onto Panhandle Rd. Note: the Blue Hole is very close to the Brooks Farm property!
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Blue Hole Falls
Visit a local "hot spot," the Blue Hole! Located just northeast of Elizabethton, this trail is a short and moderate, featuring 70-foot waterfalls in two tiers. Directions: 10 miles north of Elizabethton off Hwy 91 and turn left onto Panhandle Rd. Note: the Blue Hole is very close to the Brooks Farm property!
Doe River Gorge Ministries, Inc.
220 Doe River Gorge RdChristian summer camp and retreat center.
Take the family or friends on this moderately difficult trail that begins at the Laurel Falls trailhead in Hampton. It is a popular spur trail to the AT, which leads to Laurel Falls within the Pond Mountain Wilderness Area. Directions: From Elizabethton, take Hwy 19E/321 to Hampton, then turn left onto Hwy 321/67 toward Mtn. City/Boone and continue for 1.3 miles to the trailhead on right. Follow foot trail 2.5 miles to falls.
Laurel Fork Road
Laurel Fork RoadTake the family or friends on this moderately difficult trail that begins at the Laurel Falls trailhead in Hampton. It is a popular spur trail to the AT, which leads to Laurel Falls within the Pond Mountain Wilderness Area. Directions: From Elizabethton, take Hwy 19E/321 to Hampton, then turn left onto Hwy 321/67 toward Mtn. City/Boone and continue for 1.3 miles to the trailhead on right. Follow foot trail 2.5 miles to falls.
City/town information
Following a multi-million dollar restoration in 1969, Tennessee’s oldest town became the first Tennessee town to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Jonesborough uniquely blends historic sites, distinctive architecture, specialty shops and restaurants to entice visitors.
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Jonesborough
Following a multi-million dollar restoration in 1969, Tennessee’s oldest town became the first Tennessee town to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Jonesborough uniquely blends historic sites, distinctive architecture, specialty shops and restaurants to entice visitors.
Bristol TN/VA offers the best of two states . Home to Bristol Motor Speedway and recognized as the Birthplace of Country Music, Bristol features many activities including: NASCAR races, track tours, Birthplace of Country Music Museum, historic downtown walking tour, premier shopping, sporting events, music year-round, annual music festival and more!
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Bristol
Bristol TN/VA offers the best of two states . Home to Bristol Motor Speedway and recognized as the Birthplace of Country Music, Bristol features many activities including: NASCAR races, track tours, Birthplace of Country Music Museum, historic downtown walking tour, premier shopping, sporting events, music year-round, annual music festival and more!
Poised as being both a historic and antique shopping district, families can find fun around every corner. Explorers can take a leisurely stroll along the Walking Tour to find unique points of interest or bike along the Tweetsie Trail. Visitors will also find that the diversity of downtown shops and eateries is unmatched. Downtown businesses support evening activities such as classic car shows, motorcycle rallies, karaoke, and open mic nights.
Also in Downtown Elizabethton, the Doe River Covered Bridge built in 1882 is believed to be the oldest such bridge in the state still used daily. Whether you are seeking a casual stroll, an opportunity to feed the ducks, or a picnic alongside the Doe River, the Doe River Covered Bridge is a must-see when visiting Carter County!
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Elizabethton
Poised as being both a historic and antique shopping district, families can find fun around every corner. Explorers can take a leisurely stroll along the Walking Tour to find unique points of interest or bike along the Tweetsie Trail. Visitors will also find that the diversity of downtown shops and eateries is unmatched. Downtown businesses support evening activities such as classic car shows, motorcycle rallies, karaoke, and open mic nights.
Also in Downtown Elizabethton, the Doe River Covered Bridge built in 1882 is believed to be the oldest such bridge in the state still used daily. Whether you are seeking a casual stroll, an opportunity to feed the ducks, or a picnic alongside the Doe River, the Doe River Covered Bridge is a must-see when visiting Carter County!
Neighborhoods
Hampton Creek Cove
Hampton Creek Cove is a 693-acre natural area located in Carter County outside of the town of Roan Mountain near Roan Mountain State Park. The Cove is in the Southern Appalachian mountains between 3,000 to 4,800 feet elevation. No matter your vantage point from the trail at Hampton Creek Cove, you are sure to enjoy the bountiful history, flora, wildlife, and vistas, which are of Southern Appalachian mountain heritage and beauty unequaled.
Hampton
Hampton Creek Cove
Hampton Creek Cove is a 693-acre natural area located in Carter County outside of the town of Roan Mountain near Roan Mountain State Park. The Cove is in the Southern Appalachian mountains between 3,000 to 4,800 feet elevation. No matter your vantage point from the trail at Hampton Creek Cove, you are sure to enjoy the bountiful history, flora, wildlife, and vistas, which are of Southern Appalachian mountain heritage and beauty unequaled.