History and General Information

Jackson County, established in 1801, was named in honor of Andrew Jackson, president of our nation, 1828 - 1837. Jackson County is located in the northern section of Middle Tennessee.

Gainesboro, which is the county seat and principal town, is situated in the upper part of the beautiful Cumberland River Valley.  Jackson County has much natural beauty.  The Cumberland River affords several miles of navigable waterways.  The hilly terrain also offers breathtaking views overlooking the valleys.

Gainesboro is the trade center for the surrounding area.  The town is a pleasant blend of industry and retail trade featuring unique shops with old time charm.  The land in and around Gainesboro is slightly rolling with a normal elevation of 800 feet above sea level.

More history from Jackson County can be found here.

In and Around . . . 

Jackson County is located in an area of gently rolling hills and surrounded by moderately mountainous terrain, typical of the scenic Middle Tennessee area Cumberland Mountains.  It is a beautiful wooded area interspersed with open fields and scenic bluffs, particularly above Gainesboro.

Cordell Hull Lake visitors enjoy the many recreation areas with parking areas, camping facilities, shelters, overlooks, launching ramps, and comfort stations.  The use of the shoreline and islands for picnicking, swimming, finishing, and hunting is permitted except in posted areas.

The entire project land around the lake is being developed as a wildlife management area to increase the wildlife population.  Geese, ducks, mourning doves, rabbits, quail, squirrels, bald eagles, deer, and turkeys are frequently seen.  Hikers walk through a vast variety of natural beauty in the woodlands around the lake.

Large and smallmouth bass, crappie, blue gill, and catfish are in abundant supply for the eager fisherman in this cold water lake.

Churches       

Our various area churches welcome you.  There are five Protestant churches located in and around Gainesboro.

Site maintained by Frank Starling.
Last updated: July 13, 2005