Overview
Dover is a small city in Central Tennessee.
2 sights · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Dover
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
The site of an early Civil War battle. Significant in that the capture of Fort Donelson forced the Confederate armies to withdraw from Central Tennessee and set the stage for the Battle of Shiloh two months later. The Ba…
Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge
A national wildlife refuge established in 1962 and consisting of 8000+ acres of habitat for migratory birds. Operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Cross Creeks provides many opportunities for hunting, fishing, …
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 27°F. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PAH Barkley Regional Airport, Paducah — 65 mi away. Directions
- BNA Nashville International Airport, Nashville — 69 mi away (major hub). Directions
Dover is situated on US 79. The only major route through the area.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Fort Donelson National Battlefield
- Afternoon Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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Understand
Dover is the county seat of Stewart County Tennessee and located on the shore of Lake Barkley. It is located near the southeastern edge of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
Get in
Dover is situated on US 79. The only major route through the area.
See
See Fort Donelson National Battlefield
The site of an early Civil War battle. Significant in that the capture of Fort Donelson forced the Confederate armies to withdraw from Central Tennessee and set the stage for the Battle of Shiloh two months later. The Battlefield is operated by the U.S. National Park Service and includes a visitor center, museum, national cemetery and 6 miles of trails.
See Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge
A national wildlife refuge established in 1962 and consisting of 8000+ acres of habitat for migratory birds. Operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Cross Creeks provides many opportunities for hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, and hiking.
Drink
There are no alcohol sales allowed in Dover or Stewart County. The closest places to buy alcohol are Henry county to the west and Montgomery county to the east. To the north, the Kentucky counties of Christian and Trigg allow alcohol sales.
Sleep
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Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
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