The Great Outdoors in Burkesville-Cumberland County

Burkesville-Cumberland County draws families and visitors in with its friendly folks, Downtown murals, and easy-going vibe, but it's the stunning landscape that stops you in your tracks . . . and sets you up for fun and adventure.

The year-round beauty of the rolling Appalachian hills is breathtaking. Each season shines, be it the jewel-toned fall foliage, the quiet hush of winter, the ripe green of bursting spring buds, or the lush bustle of summer. But in Burkesville, the mountains are only part of the appeal. The region’s pride of place is the mighty Cumberland River and 28,000-acre Dale Hollow Lake, one of the many “Great Lakes of the South.” Lake and river life means fishing, swimming, tubing, boating, kayaking, houseboat cruising, and water skiing. The waters of the lake are so crystal clear that even scuba diving is popular.

While you could spend an entire vacation in Burkesville, it is also a perfect “base camp” to branch out from to explore all that the surrounding area has to offer like caves, scenic railways, and waterfalls. Tennessee is just a quick trip over the border.