--- title: 7 Adventures for the Whole Family Near Fort Campbell, Kentucky description: New to Fort Campbell, Kentucky? Try this list of family-friendly things to do. You’ll come to find that history buffs and outdoor adventurers thrive here! image: https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hubfs/All_images/Cities-Places/Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell%202.jpg --- [![MilitaryByOwner](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hubfs/MilitaryByOwner_February2020/Images/logo_header.png)](https://www.militarybyowner.com/) Member Login - [About Us](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about-us/) - [About Us](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about-us/) - [Company History](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about-us/company-history/) - [Why Choose Us?](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about/why-choose-us/) - [Testimonials](https://www.militarybyowner.com/testimonials/) - [Advertise](https://www.militarybyowner.com/advertise/) - [Blog](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/) - [Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/) - [Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/) - [Ebooks](https://www.militarybyowner.com/ebooks/) - [Home Buying](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-buying-resources/) - [Home Decorating/Maintenance Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-decorating-and-maintenance-resources/) - [Home Financing](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-financing-resources/) - [Home Selling](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-selling-resources/) - [Military Life](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/military-life-resources/) - [PCS/Relocation Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/relocatingmoving-resources/) - [Property Management](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/property-management-resources/) - [Renting](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/renting-resources/) - [Website Help and Videos](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/website-help-and-videos/) - [Useful Links](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/helpful-resource-links/) - [About Us](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about-us/) - [About Us](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about-us/) - [Company History](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about-us/company-history/) - [Why Choose Us?](https://www.militarybyowner.com/about/why-choose-us/) - [Testimonials](https://www.militarybyowner.com/testimonials/) - [Advertise](https://www.militarybyowner.com/advertise/) - [Blog](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/) - [Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/) - [Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/) - [Ebooks](https://www.militarybyowner.com/ebooks/) - [Home Buying](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-buying-resources/) - [Home Decorating/Maintenance Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-decorating-and-maintenance-resources/) - [Home Financing](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-financing-resources/) - [Home Selling](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/home-selling-resources/) - [Military Life](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/military-life-resources/) - [PCS/Relocation Resources](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/relocatingmoving-resources/) - [Property Management](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/property-management-resources/) - [Renting](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/renting-resources/) - [Website Help and Videos](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/website-help-and-videos/) - [Useful Links](https://www.militarybyowner.com/resources/helpful-resource-links/) # 7 Adventures for the Whole Family Near Fort Campbell, Kentucky ![Danielle Keech](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hubfs/Blog%20Authors/Blog%20author%20headshots%201.jpg) ## [Danielle Keech](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/author/danielle-keech) August 08, 2024 - [**](https://twitter.com/share?url=https://blog.militarybyowner.com/7-adventures-for-the-whole-family-near-fort-campbell-kentucky) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/cws/share?url=https://blog.militarybyowner.com/7-adventures-for-the-whole-family-near-fort-campbell-kentucky) - [**](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://blog.militarybyowner.com/7-adventures-for-the-whole-family-near-fort-campbell-kentucky) - [**](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://blog.militarybyowner.com/7-adventures-for-the-whole-family-near-fort-campbell-kentucky) [Travel Tips](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/topic/travel-tips) [Army Posts](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/topic/army-posts) ## 7 Adventures for the Whole Family Near Fort Campbell, Kentucky New to [Fort Campbell, Kentucky](https://www.militarybyowner.com/ky/fort-campbell/)? Welcome! This area might not be like any other duty station you've been before. And there are many reasons to love it. Surrounded by small towns and Nashville only an hour away, you get to set the pace of your time here—balancing city and rural life to your liking.  Families of history buffs and outdoor adventurers thrive here, and if you're not sure where to venture first, here's a list to get you started. ## ![7 Adventures for the Whole Family Near Fort Campbell](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Social_Media_Images/Pinterest%20Images/7%20Adventures%20for%20the%20Whole%20Family%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell.jpg?width=600&height=900&name=7%20Adventures%20for%20the%20Whole%20Family%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell.jpg) ## 1) [Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center](https://www.cityofclarksville.com/461/Fort-Defiance-Civil-War-Park-Interpretiv) - 30 Minutes Away Discover a different side of the Civil War. What you can’t learn from the battlefields, you'll learn right here at Fort Defiance while you explore one of our nation’s last remaining forts built by enslaved men, the same place where the Union met and occupied [Clarksville](https://www.militarybyowner.com/tn/homes-in-clarksville/) in 1862.    Venture through the various exhibits, then walk back in time down the one-mile winding trail as you read stories from the Civil War. Discover the stories of key figures who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of our nation during the Civil War. ### Fort Defiance Admission  - Free to the public ## 2) [Historic Collinsville](http://historiccollinsville.com/) - 50 Minutes Away History comes to life at this rural pioneer settlement. With authentically restored log cabins and outbuildings built in the 1800s, Historic Collinsville is the perfect place to get hands-on with your love of history. Plus, it’s way more fun for the kids than burying their heads in textbooks. And to make it even more fun, plan your visit during one of their amazing [events](http://historiccollinsville.com/events/). The Candlelight Christmas in December is one you don’t want to miss. Note: this attraction is open seasonally.  ### Historic Collinsville Admission - $12: Ages 13 and up ($14 on second Saturdays) - $6: Ages 3-12 ($8 on second Saturdays) - Under 3 with a paying adult:** FREE** - **$1 discount with valid military ID** - Last admission is 3 p.m. ## 3) [Mammoth Cave National Park](https://www.nps.gov/maca/index.htm) - 2 Hours Away It's named Mammoth for a reason, as this intricate cave system stretches beyond 400 miles. But this Kentucky state park offers more than the world’s longest cave. On the premises are opportunities to hike, canoe, camp, ride horseback, picnic, and more! It’s best to devote a whole day or even an [entire weekend to unplug](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/12-off-the-beaten-path-adventures-near-military-bases) and embrace the great outdoors. The park’s hours vary with the seasons. ### Mammoth Cave Tours & Admission Find a detailed list of the 20 cave [tours and rates here.](https://www.nps.gov/maca/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm) *![Mammoth Cave in Kentucky](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/All_images/Cities-Places/Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell.jpg?width=900&height=600&name=Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell.jpg)Photo from Canva* ## 4) [Dunbar Cave State Park](https://tnstateparks.com/parks/info/dunbar-cave) - 30 Minutes Away Dunbar Cave is where the inner history buff and outdoor adventurer meet in perfect harmony.  Grab your flashlight and tour this magnificent cave that Native Americans believed to be a portal to the Underworld. Their art is displayed throughout the cave and dates back to the 14th century.  Cave tours are available seasonally. ### Dunbar Cave Tours [Reserve online](https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/dunbar-cave/tours).  - $18 per adult (13 years and up) - $13 per child (5 - 12 years old) ## 5) [Adventureworks Zipline Forest](https://www.adventureworks.com/zipline-nashville/) - 1 Hour Away An outing for nature-loving thrill seekers, this zipline in Nashville North glides you through the treetops, offering unbelievable birdseye views. ### Adventuresworks Zipline Tickets - Adults: $69.90 - Youth (17 and under): $49.90 *![child on zipline](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/All_images/Cities-Places/Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell%202.jpg?width=900&height=600&name=Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell%202.jpg)* *Photo from Canva* ## 6) [Clarksville Greenway](https://www.cityofclarksville.com/463/Clarksville-Greenway)  - 30 Minutes Away If you want to breathe the fresh air without getting your boots too dirty, throw on your walking shoes, grab your bike, and leash the dog because the Clarksville Greenway is the perfect breezy outing.  For a full list of parks located here, visit [Clarksville Parks & Recreation](https://www.cityofclarksville.com/158/Parks-Trails'). ## 7) [Nashville](https://www.visitmusiccity.com/) - 1 Hour Away *![Nashville TN aerial view](https://blog.militarybyowner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/All_images/Cities-Places/Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell%201.jpg?width=900&height=600&name=Adventures%20Near%20Fort%20Campbell%201.jpg)* *Photo from Canva * An hour's drive from Fort Campbell, this bustling destination doesn’t need to wait for the weekend. Make it a jam-packed day trip, or book a hotel for a weekend retreat — you decide! ### Things to Do In Nashville - [Nashville Zoo at Grassmere](https://www.nashvillezoo.org/) - [The Country Music Hall of Fame](https://countrymusichalloffame.org/) - [Nashville Shores](https://www.nashvilleshores.com/) - [Children’s Theater](https://nashvillechildrenstheatre.org/) - [General Jackson Showboat](https://generaljackson.com/) - [Cheekwood Estate & Gardens](https://cheekwood.org/) - [Adventure Science Center](https://www.adventuresci.org/) Nashville is versatile in that it's home to incredible children's attractions, and also the perfect parents-only weekend away. Its outstanding nightlife makes it difficult to run out of things to do.  *Know of another family outing near Fort Campbell? We’d love to hear what your military family loves about this duty station. Share your favorites in the comments below. * **Moving to this area and looking for a home? 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