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| State Park Overview: |
 | Dunbar Cave is located 60 minutes northwest of Nashville and about one and a half miles northeast of downtown Clarksville, TN in Montgomery County. Dunbar Cave is the most prominent of several caves located in this designated natural area. In the roomy mouth of the cave, square dances, radio shows, and big band era concerts were once held. |
| Nature of the Area: |
| This 110-acre natural area in Montgomery County is honeycombed by caves and sinkholes, the most prominent being Dunbar Cave. This 8.1 mile cave has historical, natural, archaeological and geological significance. Excavations revealed that this cave has been occupied by man for thousands of years, drawn by its constant stream flow and natural air conditioning. |
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| Trails: |
| There are three trails on the natural area that range from a leisurely walk to a fairly strenuous hike. All trails begin and end at the visitors' center.
Lake Trail: 2/3 mile (easy)
Short Loop: .8 miles (moderate)
Recovery Trail: 1.7 miles (moderate) |
| Picnicking: |
| The park has seven picnic tables located just behind the visitors' center on a hill overlooking scenic Swan Lake.
Picnic area is not wheelchair accessible. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Angling is a popular activity on beautiful Swan Lake. The lake is fed by the cold, clear stream that flows from the mouth of Dunbar Cave. Since it is only 15-acres in size, boating and swimming are not permitted. A valid TN Fishing License is required. |
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| Related Links: |
 | Tennessee on Hiker Central - Backpacking, hiking and camping tips and links for Tennessee | | Area Campgrounds | | Red River Canoe Rental 8002 Highway 41 N Adams, TN (615) 696-2768

| Clarksville RV Park and Campgrounds 1270 Tylertown Rd Clarksville, TN (931) 648-8638

| Spring Creek Camp Ground 3040 Spring Creek Village Rd Clarksville, TN (931) 801-4755

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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | C K Outfitters 2890 Dover Rd Woodlawn, TN (931) 221-4868

| Bowles Wholesale Bait 1889 Chester Harris Rd Woodlawn, TN (931) 920-2941

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| Directions: |
| Take Interstate 24 to Exit 8 (Rossview Road).
Turn left on Rossview Road.
Travel 1/4 mile to Dunbar Cave Road.
Turn left on Dunbar Cave Road.
The park entrance is 2.5 miles on the right. |
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