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Columbia's Maury County Park is Community Gathering Place
Maury County Park, a 242-acre park in Columbia, is the heart of outdoor recreation and the center of community life for children and adults.
“It’s a real gathering place and a happening spot for Maury County,” says Patrick Harlan of the Maury Alliance.
Located in downtown Columbia, the park’s central feature is Kids Kingdom, a playground with a castle-like structure, sandbox and multiple play areas.
"This structure is constantly used; it's a focal point of the park," says Al Ray, director... Read More »
Southport Saltpeter Cave is One of Tennessee's Largest
Spelunkers‚ rejoice.
The Southport Saltpeter Cave in Culleoka, near Columbia, is one of the largest caves in all of Middle Tennessee‚ and it’s been an adventure destination for decades. During the Civil War‚ it was mined for nitrate – used to make gunpowder – and it also housed Confederate troops in hiding.
The cave features unusual formations and large caverns that date back an estimated 300‚000 years. Hundreds of physically fit explorers hike through Southport’s difficult terrain each year... Read More »
