Old Stone Fort, Archaeological site and ceremonial structure in Coffee County, Tennessee.
The stone and earthwork enclosure spans 50 acres on a peninsula formed by the Duck River and Little Duck River confluence.
Native Americans constructed this complex hilltop enclosure between 80 and 550 AD, incorporating stone walls that measured 4 to 6 feet in height.
The structure reveals Middle Woodland period construction techniques through its dual-layer walls filled with gravel and earth materials.
The site features a museum near the entrance, offering exhibits about archaeological findings and interpretations of the prehistoric builders.
Multiple waterfalls and whitewater rapids surround the peninsula, carving deep gorges along both river boundaries.
Location: Tennessee
GPS coordinates: 35.48278,-86.10778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 15:23
Tennessee offers a notable mix of geological formations and historical sites that document different periods of American history. The state extends from the Appalachian Mountains in the east to the Mississippi River in the west, encompassing extensive cave systems, waterfalls, and forested areas. Underground attractions include The Lost Sea Adventure near Sweetwater, one of the largest underground lakes in America, and Tuckaleechee Caverns near Townsend with its flowstone formations. Ruby Falls in Chattanooga takes visitors 1,100 feet (335 m) below ground to an underground waterfall. The state's natural parks protect waterfalls of varying size and accessibility. Fall Creek Falls near Spencer drops 256 feet (78 m) and ranks among the highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. Burgess Falls and Cummins Falls offer hiking trails to cascades, while Ozone Falls is accessible directly from the roadside. Big South Fork National River includes gorges and whitewater sections in the Cumberland Plateau. Historical sites document the Civil War through battlefields like Fort Donelson and Shiloh, and through preserved structures such as the Carter House in Franklin. Belle Meade Plantation near Nashville shows life on a 19th-century horse farm, while Chucalissa Archaeological Museum presents pre-Columbian settlements of the Mississippian culture.
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