Old-fashioned country living with traditional Southern hospitality is Wayne County in a nutshell. It is the second largest Tennessee county, measuring 736 square miles, while remaining one of the least populated. That is a good sign for people who are looking to live in a safe, peaceful, tight-knit community, surrounded by nature. Most citizens of Wayne County reside in the county seat of Waynesboro, followed by Clifton. It is located on the south bank of the Tennessee River, nearly halfway between Memphis and Nashville. 

 

Wayne County is comprised of three municipalities, Waynesboro, Clifton, and Collinwood, all rich in history and scenic beauty. The small town of Collinwood is the only city in Tennessee situated directly on the border of the historic Natchez Trace Parkway. A highlight of Collinwood is the Wayne County Welcome Center, just off the Trace at mile marker 355. Operated by the National Park Service, the Natchez Trace Parkway is one of the four oldest trails in North America and runs from Natchez, Mississippi, to Nashville, Tennessee. The 444-mile historic route has been instrumental in American history and is now enjoyed by people who love to get outside for hiking, camping, horseback riding, biking, or a scenic drive along a historic route.

 

The Buffalo River is the longest unimpounded river in Middle Tennessee and runs through the northern part of Wayne County. Meandering more than 125 miles, the Buffalo is one of the most popular places for residents and visitors to float in their canoes or kayaks. Fishermen can often be found along the riverbanks with lines in the water, waiting patiently for a bass, catfish, or other species of fish to bite.

 

Make your plans now to visit the Natchez Valley.