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ackson County Park is located on Guntersville Lake, a part of the Tennessee River, in Scottsboro, AL. A short drive from Monteagle and Chattanooga, and about three hours from Nashville, the park offers a variety of amenities. Our hardcore riders can choose tent camping on the waterfront. Seeking more comfort? The park has brand new two bedroom cabins with all of the comforts of home, but with a beautiful view. Toy hauler owners can acquire a waterfront site and haul their boat to enjoy fishing or boating on the beautiful lake. In addition, there are transient boat slips, covered fishing pier and walking trails, as well as K.C. BBQ and a
camp store (with beer and wine) on site. Golf carts are welcome and handy. Boat rentals are available for those wanting to venture out on the water.
Tired of the quiet and serenity of the lake area? The town of Scottsboro offers “shopping therapy” including the nationally known Unclaimed Baggage store and Patches, an antique, craft and junk emporium. Payne’s Sandwich Shop and Soda Fountain serves up all of your ice cream treats in 1950’s style décor. For more upscale dinning, The Docks Seafood and Steakhouse in Goose Pond Colony Resort is about 7 miles from Scottsboro and fa-
mous for their shrimp and grits, accompanied by Andouille sausage. For the photographer or adventurer, Pisgah Gorge Falls, Neversink Pit, and Stephens Gap Cave are nearby. Near Frackler, AL you can drive by Rock Zoo and view the whimsical rocks carved and painted to resemble animals lining the roadside. What? Don’t tell me you didn’t visit the Cadillac Ranch when near Amarillo, TX. The park is a perfect stop to relax and rest up for a vacation or just an overnight on your next southern adventure. Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper
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