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Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park: Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Manchester
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Activities: camping, picnicking, fishing, golfing, hiking
Attraction type: Historic site
Address: 732 Stone Fort Drive, Manchester, TN 37855
Tel: 931-723-5073

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Reviews of Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park

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“Nice hiking park. The site is not a fort, but worth a stop.”

Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park

Feb 4, 2008

Old Stone Fort is an ancient Native American ceremonial site, and not a fort. So don't go there thinking you'll see some ancient military post.
It is essentially an earthen wall that makes a 1.25 mile loop, and surrounds 50 acres. The name "stone fort" came from it being located on the stony banks of the Duck River. The early settlers who found it figured it had to be some kind of fort, and the name stuck.
Old Stone Fort provides a leisurely walk through the woods and open fields around the ancient wall. You need to stop in at the visitors center to get an overview of what you are looking at. Otherwise, it'll mean very little.
The park has some nice, small waterfalls to look at. If traveling in the summer, be sure and bring insect repellent. It's a short distance off Interstate 24, at Manchester. Signs from the highway direct you to it.

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“Swimming Holes and Open Fields”

Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park

5 of 5 stars
Knoxville, Tennessee
Oct 12, 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

How do you describe OSFAP? They say it’s the site of an ancient Native American…..something…. don’t worry the visitor’s center has all the information to get you up to speed. If you are looking for a series of swimming holes that you would only see in National Geographic Traveler, you won’t be disappointed as long as a drought isn’t going on. There is also a big field, that is excellent for flag football or ultimate Frisbee. So if you’re going to Bonnaroo, swing by….

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“OK so its not a fort”

Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park

5 of 5 stars
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Sep 9, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

Instead of a fort its a mound usued for ceremonial purposes and gatherings. The museum is small but informative and FREE!!!

The Hike around the mound was the major attraction, in just about a hour and a half hike, mostly flat, youll see several waterfalls, lots of bluffs(mostly from above) the remnants of the encoslures walls and remnants of an old mill. Its very beutiful and I would come here for an easy hike anytime!

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“Ancient Indian Ceremonial Grounds”

Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park

Aug 31, 2002
6/7 found this review helpful

Stopped at the Old Stone Fort in TN on the way back from a GA vacation. Practically the only tourists there in late August. Beautifully kept, leisurely walk. great information at Park Office. A must for anyone interested in Indian history. Great waterfall access and photo opportunity. Trails provide gentle walking or cliffside/ravine view - watch kids and husbands closely as some alternate trails come very close to sheer dropoffs.

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Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park Address

732 Stone Fort Drive, Manchester, TN 37855
Tel: 931-723-5073