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 | Prentice Cooper State Forest is located in southeastern Tennessee, in Marion County. The forest is approximately 10 miles west of Chattanooga and is heavily utilized by the public. It is situated on the scenic Tennessee River Gorge. The property for Prentice Cooper was acquired by simple purchase between 1938 and 1944. The site was proclaimed a State Forest in 1945. Sixty-nine percent of the forest are in multiple-use regulated forests and the remainder is in conservation areas. Approximately 6,939 acres are designated as unregulated scenic zones that protect this view shed and other scenic areas of the forest. Hicks Gap Natural Area (350 acres) also occurs in the forest and was developed to protect the federally endangered Large-flowered Skullcap. The forest also includes several in-holdings owned by Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and 3 cemeteries. Management activities of the forest focus primarily on sustainable timber management, forest management demonstration and wildlife habitat improvement while maintaining recreational opportunities for the public. There are 35 miles of hiking trails, including the south end of the Cumberland Trail State Park. There also are two designated camping areas. Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Forestry Division has provided labor and portions of the forest for various types of research in collaboration with the University of Tennessee. Hunting has been a traditional use of the forest. Other recreational activities include OHV use in designated areas, rock climbing, hiking, Mountain biking, horseback riding, bird watching, and camping. |
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Decent Shooting range
I have only been to the shooting range. It is decent, they have places to hang your targets at 100 yards, 50 yards, and a handgun range that is 20 yards(?) and less. You cant shoot a shotgun out there. But the best part is that its free! And if your going to the range or the hunting part be sure to follow the small signs, otherwise you may just pass it up.
Written by Hixsonite
29-Oct-2008
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Really nice place
I went up there for the first time this past weekend and it is a beautiful area. I was also impressed with how well it was maintained.
Written by Ladyfriend4u1
17-Feb-2009
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our favorite park
We love it. It is a great place for the family vacation. It has something for everyone.Every time we come more and more family and friends come and love it.
Written by Shery Moorer
7-Apr-2009
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Great Place for the outdoorsman
I usually go there to take my ATV and Truck to go offroading during the summer. I have been hiking there once. There are quite a few hiking/biking trails with lots of scenery.
There is primitive camping at the gates, as well as a designated camping spot within the park. The spots at the gate are big enough for a camper or toy hauler unless it is a busy weekend for off roaders.
Written by Doug
9-Apr-2009
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| Campgrounds | |  | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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| NCCC: Photo Gallery - North Chattanooga Cycle Club. Photo Gallery. | Race Pages | Team Photos | Road Racing | MTB Racing | | Olympic Photos | 1997 Tour de France | 1998 Outdoor Life Grand Prix | See our Art Gallery... | | Area Campgrounds | | Raccoon Mountain Caverns
319 W Hills Rd
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 821-9403
| Shipp's RV Center & Campgrounds
6728 Ringgold Rd
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 892-8275
| Best Holiday Trav-L-Park
1623 Mack Smith Rd
Rossville, GA
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| Camp On the Lake
10241 Highway 156
Guild, TN
(423) 942-4078
| Skull Island Campground
10815 Birchwood Pike
Harrison, TN
(423) 344-7722
| Harrison Bay Campground
8411 Harrison Bay Rd
Harrison, TN
(423) 344-7966
| Chester Frost Park
2318 Gold Point Cir N
Hixson, TN
(423) 842-0177
| Possum Creek Campground
1845 Lee Pike
Soddy Daisy, TN
(423) 332-2050
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Choo Choo Fly & Tackle
17 Cherokee Blvd
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 267-0024
| Jack's Bait & Tackle Shop
4228 Bonny Oaks Dr
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 698-8339
| Bait Shop
1401 Williams St
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 266-6422
| Tails & Fins Outfitters
1117 Lafayette Rd
Rossville, GA
(706) 866-4597
| Hamilton Sport Shop
6308 Highway 58
Harrison, TN
(423) 344-4841
| Blaylock Barber & Style Ctr
7710 Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN
(423) 842-5121
| Captain John's R V Hookup & Boat Rental
11009 Highway 41
Guild, TN
(423) 942-5062
| Anchor Inn Bait & Tackle
11009 Highway 41
Guild, TN
(423) 942-5062
| Chattanooga Fish-N-Fun
6600 Ringgold Rd
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 892-6272
| Soddy Custom Tackle
11236 Dayton Pike
Soddy Daisy, TN
(423) 332-3401
| Union Fork Bait & Tackle
12169 Old Dayton Pike
Soddy Daisy, TN
(423) 332-4664
| Crossroads Bait & Tackle
1600 Mayflower Rd
Soddy Daisy, TN
(423) 332-5004
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Hoppy's Last Resort
3950 Tennessee Ave
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 825-7177
| Legends Salon & Day Spa LLC
1930 Gunbarrel Rd # 100
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 894-9504
| Spring Creek Retreat
842 S Germantown Rd
East Ridge, TN
(423) 622-6230
| Read House Hotel & Suites
827 Broad St
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 266-4121
| Marriott Hotels Resorts Suites: Chattanooga Marriott at the Convention Center
2 Carter Plaza
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 756-0002
| Country Inns & Suites by Carlson: Country Suites by Carlson-Chattanooga
7051 Mccutcheon Rd
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 899-2300
| Landing Hang Gliding Resort
1916 Creek Rd
Wildwood, GA
(706) 657-8282
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| Boat Rentals | | | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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