Cookeville Travel Guide

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Welcome to Cookeville, a charming city nestled in the heart of the beautiful Tennessee region in the United States. With its rich history, breathtaking natural beauty, and vibrant cultural scene, Cookeville offers a unique and unforgettable experience for every traveler.

One of the highlights of Cookeville is its stunning outdoor landscapes. The city is surrounded by picturesque mountains, lush forests, and crystal-clear lakes, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Take a hike in the scenic Burgess Falls State Park and witness the awe-inspiring waterfalls cascading down dramatic rock formations. Or, head to the nearby Center Hill Lake for a day of boating, fishing, or simply relaxing by the shore.

For those seeking a taste of history and culture, Cookeville does not disappoint. Explore the Cookeville History Museum and delve into the city's fascinating past, from its early settlement to its role during the Civil War. Visit the Cookeville Depot Museum, housed in a beautifully restored train station, and learn about the importance of the railroad in shaping the region.

Cookeville also boasts a vibrant arts and entertainment scene. Discover local talent at the Appalachian Center for Craft, where you can admire and purchase handcrafted works of art. Catch a live performance at the Bryan Symphony Orchestra or enjoy a theatrical production at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center.

Food lovers will find themselves in culinary heaven in Cookeville. The city offers a diverse range of dining options, from cozy cafes serving up Southern comfort food to upscale restaurants showcasing innovative cuisine. Don't miss the chance to try some mouthwatering Tennessee barbecue or indulge in a slice of homemade pie at one of the charming local bakeries.

Alternative names: Founded: 1854 (170 years ago)Population: 32.1 thous.Area: 35.51 mi²Elevation: 1106 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 36°9'32"N, 85°30'24"W

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Cookeville Attractions - What to See and Explore

Cookeville offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Cookeville Depot Museum, Cummins Falls, Backdoor Playhouse at Tennessee Tech University, Dogwood Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Specialty museum • History museum • Museum
Cookeville Depot Museum
The Cookeville Railroad Depot is a railroad depot in Cookeville, in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Built by the Tennessee Central Railway in 1909, the depot served Cookeville until the 1950s when passenger train service to the city was phased out.
Nature • Natural attraction • Waterfall
Cummins Falls
Cummins Falls is a waterfall on the Blackburn Fork River and is located in southern Jackson County, Tennessee. By volume, it is the eighth largest waterfall in Tennessee. The falls, with a total height of seventy-five feet, consist of two drops. The first has a plunge drop of fifty feet, ending in a shallow pool.
36°10'24"N • 85°30'13"W
Backdoor Playhouse at Tennessee Tech University
Concerts and shows • Performing arts • Theater

36°9'51"N • 85°30'14"W
Dogwood Park
Playground • Park
Church
Broad Street Church of Christ
Broad Street Church of Christ, originally Central Emmanuel Baptist Church, is a historic church in Cookeville, Tennessee. The church was originally Baptist. It is now used by the United Methodist Church and has been renamed Wesley Chapel. It was built in about 1920 in a Romanesque design and has a corner tower.
36°10'34"N • 85°30'35"W
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
The Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles are the intercollegiate athletic teams of Tennessee Technological University, located in Cookeville, Tennessee, United States. The TTU athletic program is a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and competes in the NCAA Division I, including the Football Championship Subdivision.
Universities and schools
Tennessee Technological University
Tennessee Technological University is a public research university in Cookeville, Tennessee, United States. It was formerly known as Tennessee Polytechnic Institute, and before that as University of Dixie, the name under which it was founded as a private institution.
36°9'23"N • 85°29'50"W
Cookeville Childrens Theater
Concerts and shows • Theater

Things to See and Do in Cookeville by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Cookeville.

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Eblen Center
Cookeville
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Tucker Stadium
Cookeville
FootballSport venueArenas and stadiums
Belle Acres Golf Course
Cookeville
Golf

Day trips

Cookeville – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Cookeville, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Fall Creek Falls (Pikeville), Cane Creek Falls (Pikeville), Burgess Falls (Sparta).

35 milesS
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Fall Creek Falls, Pikeville
Fall Creek Falls is a 256-foot tall sheer-drop waterfall located in Fall Creek Falls State Park near Spencer, Tennessee. It is the tallest waterfall of such kind east of the Mississippi River. A short trail leads from the parking lot atop the plateau down to the base of the gorge, giving access to the waterfall's plungepool.
35 milesS
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Cane Creek Falls, Pikeville
Cane Creek Falls is an 85-foot plunge waterfall located along Cane Creek near Spencer, Tennessee, above the creek's confluence with Rockhouse Creek and Fall Creek.
9.3 miSW
State park, Nature and wildlife, Waterfall
Burgess Falls, Sparta
The Burgess Falls is a cascade waterfall on the Falling Water River located within the Burgess Falls State Park, in Putnam and White counties, Tennessee, in the United States.
35 milesS
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Cane Creek Cascades, Pikeville
Cane Creek Cascades is a 45 feet cascade located along Cane Creek, just above Cane Creek Falls. The falls are located near Spencer, Tennessee in Fall Creek Falls State Park.
35 milesS
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Rockhouse Falls, Pikeville
Rockhouse Falls, is a 125 feet plunge waterfall that marks Rockhouse Creek's confluence with Cane Creek. The waterfall, which shares a plungepool with Cane Creek Falls, is visible from the Gorge Trail and from the base of the Cane Creek Gorge. The falls are located near Spencer, Tennessee in Fall Creek Falls State Park.

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Best Time To Visit Cookeville

Learn when is the best time to travel to Cookeville weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April, May, July, August and September.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in October. Most of it rains in March, May, July and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Cookeville?

The top attractions to visit in Cookeville are:

What is the best time to visit Cookeville?

June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April, May, July, August and September. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.