Tennessee Technological University

1 William L Jones Drive
Cookeville, Tennessee 38505

(931) 372-3101 …Phone
(800) 255-8881 …Toll Free
Website

Appalachian Center for Craft

1560 Craft Center Drive
Smithville, Tennessee 37166

(931) 372-3051 …Phone

Website

From the TTU Website…

A campus of Tennessee Tech’s nationally accredited School of Art, Craft & Design (a part of the College of Fine Arts), the Appalachian Center for Craft promotes excellence in American craft by teaching tradition and innovation in technique, concept and design, providing access to the highest quality craft education, professional artists, and career opportunities.

Photo Credit: Carrie Thompson via VSCO

Cookeville Regional Medical Center

Located at 1 Medical Center Boulevard, Cookeville Regional Medical Center is the Upper Cumberland’s premier healthcare provider. Boasting over 200 physicians and 2,000 staff members, CRMC offers several specialized departments, including The Heart Center, The Cancer Center, and The Robotics Program, featuring the da Vinci Surgical System.

Contact:

(931) 528-2541 …Operator

(931) 783-2020 …Customer Service

Website

Schools

High Schools
Cookeville High School

1 Cavalier Drive Cookeville, TN 38501 931-520-2287 Website

Monterey High School

710 East Commercial Avenue Monterey, TN 38574 931-839-2970 Website

Upperman High School

6950 Nashville Highway Baxter, TN 38544 931-858-3112 Website

Middle Schools

Algood Middle School

540 Dry Valley Road Algood, TN 38506 931-537-6141 Website

Avery Trace Middle School

230 Cavalier Drive Cookeville, TN 38501 931-520-2200 Website

Prescott South Middle School

1859 South Jefferson Avenue Cookeville, TN 38506 931-528-3647 Website

Upperman Middle School

6700 Nashville Highway Baxter, TN 38544 931-858-6601 Website

Elementary Schools
Algood Elementary School

2525 Old Walton Road Algood, TN 38506 931-303-0362 Website

Baxter Elementary School

125 Elmore Town Road Baxter, TN 38544 931-858-3110 Website

Cane Creek Elementary School

1500 West Jackson Street Cookeville, TN 38501 931-520-1173 Website

Capshaw Elementary School

1 Cougar Lane Cookeville, TN 38501 931-526-2414 Website

Jere Whitson Elementary School

178 Jere Whitson Road Cookeville, TN 38501 931-526-6575 Website

Northeast Elementary School

575 Old Kentucky Road Cookeville, TN 38501 931-526-2978 Website

Park View Elementary School

545 Scott Avenue Cookeville, TN 38501 931-536-2516 Website

Prescott South Elementary School

115 West Cemetery Road Cookeville, TN 38506 931-526-2275 Website

Sycamore Elementary School

452 Ellis Avenue Cookeville, TN 38501 931-526-9322 Website

Lakes & Water Attractions
City Lake Natural Area

A 35-acre lake in Cookeville featuring superb fishing opportunities

Cane Creek Lake

Covers 56 acres as part of Cane Creek Park & Recreation Area, surrounded by paved walking trails, picnic shelters, disc golf, and two fishing piers

Caney Fork River

Stretching 144 miles across several counties, the Caney Fork is a perfect spot for canoeing and trout fishing

Center Hill Lake

The largest of several U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lakes in Tennessee, and the most popular among keen water sportsmen

Cordell Hull Lake

Home to several campgrounds, such as Salt Lick Creek and Defeated Creek, as well as a variety of other outdoor activities

Dale Hollow Lake

Known statewide for its clear water and beautiful natural surroundings, Dale Hollow Lake also features a marina, restaurant, camping, and was named the No. 1 Houseboating Lake in North America by Pack A Slip

Roaring River

37.7 miles long, full of opportunity for boating, fishing, and swimming

Local Parks
Cane Creek Recreational Area

201 CC Camp Road Cookeville, TN 38501

Capshaw Park

South Maple Avenue Cookeville, TN 38501

Dogwood Park

30 East Broad Street Cookeville, TN 38501

Ensor Sink Natural Area

Foutch Drive Cookeville, TN 38501

Fantasy Park

Third Avenue South Algood, TN 38506

Hidden Hollow Park

1901 Mount Pleasant Road Cookeville, TN 38506

Park View Park

570 Scott Avenue Cookeville, TN 38501

Walnut Park

186 South Walnut Avenue Cookeville, TN 38501

Walter L. Bilbrey Memorial Park

125-159 Fourth Avenue Cookeville, TN 38506

State Parks
Burgess Falls State Park

4000 Burgess Falls Drive Sparta, TN 38583

Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park

1300 Cordell Hull Memorial Drive Byrdstown, TN 38549

Cumberland Mountain State Park

24 Office Drive Crossville, TN 38555

Cummins Falls State Park

390 Cummins Falls Lane Cookeville, TN 38501

Fall Creek Falls State Park

10821 Park Road Spencer, TN 38585

Ozone Falls State Natural Area

14563 TN-1 Rockwood, TN 37854

Pickett State Park

4605 Pickett Park Highway Jamestown, TN 38556

Rock Island State Park

82 Beach Road Rock Island, TN 38581

Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park

2700 North York Highway Pall Mall, TN 38577

Standing Stone State Park

1785 Standing Stone Park Highway Hilham, TN 38586

Window Cliffs State Natural Area

8400 Old Cane Creek Road Baxter, TN 38544

Virgin Falls State Natural Area

Scott’s Gulf Road Sparta, TN 38583

Parks

Local Eats

Breakfast & Coffe

The Back Room Bistro

Back Room Bistro prides itself on making every dish from scratch with locally-mixed spices, for a variety of tasty options 39 West Broad Street (931) 881-8915 Website

Ralph’s Donut Shop

Open 5:00 am to 11:30 pm, Ralph’s is the downtown place to go for donuts – a Cookeville institution! 59 South Cedar Avenue (931) 526-4231

Cream City Ice Cream & Coffee House

Famous for hand-dipped ice cream in Cookeville’s Historic District 119 West Broad Street (931) 528-2732 Website

Big O Donuts

Cookeville’s only 24-hour bakery and donut destination, Big O’s has been serving Cookeville since 1970! 209 North Jefferson Avenue (931) 528-2120 Facebook

Grandma’s Pancake House

Known for huge portions of high-quality breakfast food and unique local creations 405 South Willow Avenue (931) 525-3515

Great Harvest Bread Company

Bakery chain specializing in whole-grain bread flavors & muffins made with Montana wheat 120 South Jefferson Avenue # E (931) 525-5623 Website

Poet’s Coffee & Poet’s South

A local coffee shop, now with two locations for breakfast, lunch, and desserts Poet’s On The Square 230 East Broad Street (931) 372-2201 Website Poet’s South 157 South Jefferson Avenue (931) 520-8906 Website

Charity’s Bake Shop and Cafe

Across the street from the Cookeville Depot in Historic West Side, Charity’s offers a wide range of services, from coffee to baked goods to catering 11 North Oak Avenue (931) 526-6556

Local Lunches
Cinco Amigos

Traditional Mexican cuisine including vegetarian options served in a laid-back restaurant 1 North Willow Avenue (931) 646-4665

Mealfit

Health food restaurant offering meal planning services and ready-to-eat options 102 North Cedar Avenue (931) 265-8290 Website

Big Tony’s Pizzeria

Family-owned local pizza shop serving takeout pizza and pizza by the slice 866 East 10th Street (931) 400-0044 Website

Bravo’s Cafe and Grill

All-day cafe serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner with an authentic Greek flair 514 North Willow Avenue (931) 526-2233

Persis Indian Grill

Indian grill featuring authentic dum biryani, vegetarian options, and catering services 601 South Jefferson Avenue, Suite B (931) 854-9855 Website

Ocha Restaurant

Cash-only local favorite offering a wide variety of Chinese comfort foods 16 West 7th Street (931) 528-6542

Fuji Hibachi & Sushi

Hibachi grill offering sushi and lunch specials in a quiet atmosphere 864 South Jefferson Avenue (931) 528-9379

El Tapatio

With two locations in Cookeville, El Tapatio offers convenience and fast service, without compromising on food quality Willow Location 190 South Willow Avenue (931) 520-4393 Jefferson Location 900 South Jefferson Avenue (931) 372-0246 Website

Dinner Options
Mauricio’s Italian Restaurant

Upscale Italian fare served in an early turn-of-the-century home 232 North Peachtree Avenue (931) 528-2456 Website

Crawdaddy’s West Side Grill

Laid-back atmosphere with New Orleans-style cuisine and outdoor seating options 53 West Broad Street (931) 526-4660 Website

CH Steak Lounge

American restaurant offering steaks, seafood, pasta, and burgers 14 South Washington Avenue (931) 520-2427 Website

The Cooke House

Bistro known for its artsy atmosphere, comfort food, craft beverages, and vegetarian options 319 East Spring Street (931) 854-9550 Website

House of Thai

Located near TTU, House of Thai is known for serving up signature Pad Thai in a casual setting 208 8th Street (931) 526-2478 Website

Taiko Noodles & Sushi Bar

Japanese eatery in Cookeville’s Historic West Side across the street from the Depot 125 West Broad Street (931) 528-0345 Website

San Antonio Taco Company

Features Tex-Mex fare, margaritas, and weekend performances from local bands 1070 North Washington Avenue (931) 559-8226 Website