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| State Park Overview: |
 | This State Archaeological Park is dedicated to the preservation, protection, study and interpretation to the public of this significant survival of ancient culture. The park offers educational and entertaining programs which increase understanding of the Old Stone Fort, archaeology, and Native American cultures.
The Visitor Center and exhibit hall complex includes exhibits relating to the history, archaeology, and legends surrounding the Old Stone Fort and its builders. |
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| Camping: |
| There are 51 campsites with water and electrical hookups, grills, picnic tables and hard-surface pads. A dump station is available during the summer months. One of the two restroom facilities includes showers. Campsite are available on a first-come, first-served basis only and the stay limit is two weeks.
A group tent primitive camping area is available for use by scheduled, organized groups only, such as boy scouts.
Camp sites are heavily wooded with separation between the sites. Camping is equally popular by both RV's and tents/pop-ups. While the campground has a remote feel, it is actually within 10 minutes of a variety of restaurants. Also, a Manchester public pool is within one mile of the campground.
For more information call:931-723-5073 |
| Trails: |
| Several foot trails explore the Old Stone Fort enclosure and Duck River area. The trail around the perimeter of the ancient enclosure is 1-1/4 miles in length. The forks of the Duck River drop over numerous water falls to each side of the Old Stone Fort. There are 2 miles of developed trails beyond the main interpretive trail. |
| Picnicking: |
| There are 48 picnic tables and grills available in the designated picnic area. The picnic area is located within 1/4 mile of the museum and Old Stone Fort near the fork of the Duck River. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Good fishing is available along the scenic course of the Bark Camp and Barren forks of the Duck River, as well as the Duck River itself. A valid TN fishing license is required. Fishermen can expect catches of bream, crappie, large mouth bass and catfish. |
| History of the Area: |
| The Old Stone Fort is a 2000 year-old American Indian ceremonial site. It consists of mounds and walls that combine with cliffs and rivers to form an enclosure measuring 1-1/4 miles around. The 50-acre hilltop enclosure moundsite is believed to have served as a central ceremonial gathering place for some 500 years. |
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| Related Links: |
| Heritage Resources Conference - HERITAGE RESOURCES MANAGEMENT IN THE COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY ENVIRONMENT. The University of the South Department of Anthropology Environmental Studies Concentration Joseph Johnson Preservation... |
| Nature Programs: |
| Programs can be scheduled for school and other groups that provide insight into the significance of Old Stone Fort, the culture or lifestyles of Woodland Indians, and the goals and techniques of archaeology. There are scheduled programs for weekend days during the summer months. |
| Area Campgrounds | | Cedar Point-Normandy Lake
1659 Cedar Point Rd
Manchester, TN
(931) 857-9100
| Old Stone Fort
732 Stone Fort Dr
Manchester, TN
(931) 723-5073
| Manchester Koa Kampground
114 I-24
Manchester, TN
(931) 728-9777
| Tennessee Hills Campgrounds
847 Tennessee Hills LN
Manchester, TN
(931) 394-2141
| Whispering Oaks Campground
786 Sixteenth Model Rd
Manchester, TN
(931) 728-0225
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Sportsman Store
710 S Anderson St
Tullahoma, TN
(931) 455-0354
| Barton Springs Grocery & Bait
4715 Riley Creek Rd
Normandy, TN
(931) 857-3911
| Mikes Woods & Waters
4510 Murfreesboro Hwy
Manchester, TN
(931) 728-4999
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| Directions: |
| The Park is located off U.S. Highway 41 in Manchester, TN. From I-24 turn southwest at the Highway 53, Exit 110 and follow the signs 1-1/2 miles to the entrance. Exit 111 also has signs that will take you to the park. |
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