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Guide: Escape the city for a Leiper’s Fork getaway

Put Leiper’s Fork, TN into your GPS and enjoy the scenic drive to local restaurants, peaceful creekside experiences, and more.

A multi-level commercial structure with multiple shops and a rusty truck out front.

Beep, beep — when you see a charming strip of shops and restaurants, you know you’ve arrived in Leiper’s Fork. | Photo by NASHtoday

Nestled near the top of the Natchez Trace Parkway and situated thirty miles south of Nashville is Leiper’s Fork, an unincorporated village in Williamson County.

What to know

This charming community features a scenic stretch along Old Hillsboro Road, where historic buildings, restaurants, antique shops, and art galleries welcome visitors from beyond its borders. After all, only a few hundred people call the area home.

If you’re looking for a getaway close to the city that’s steeped in history, you’ll find it here, as the entire Leiper’s Fork historic district is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.

Next up, let’s uncover the top spots to eat, shop, and explore this slice of Tennessee countryside. Pro tip: If visiting on a Saturday, don’t forget about this roundtrip shuttle from Franklin.

An up-close perspective of a neon sign reading "Fox & Locke Live Music Tonight" and a tree with orange leaves in the background.

In the words of Fox & Locke, Grammy Award-winning artists have been known to show up on Open Mic Night. | Photo by Brent Moore via Flickr

Eat and drink

Whether you’re craving comfort food or a caffeinated pick-me-up, this community has you covered.

  • When it comes to food, Fox & Locke has it all — daily specials, weekend breakfast, and meat-and-three plates. Plus, don’t miss its famed Open Mic Night on Thursdays and ticketed events.
  • The Country Boy Restaurant is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily, meaning you can start the day with biscuits and gravy or pancakes and return for a savory lunch.
  • If you come across a converted tiny home with the aroma of fresh coffee wafting from the door, you’ve arrived at The RedByrd Coffee Shop. Try this: The Papa Byrd (blackberry latte) or the Mama Byrd (vanilla and lavender latte).
  • Mobile coffee shop Hanks Coffee Station is parked outside Patina Home and Garden for post-shopping espresso and pastries.

Shop

From sweet treats to items for the home, you’ll find everything conveniently within walking distance.

A grassy, wooded area near a creek (not visible) with people gathered around picnic tables and a large tent.

If you opt for Wines in the Fork’s self-guided tasting flight experience, expect a selection of four wines and to be surrounded by nature. | Photo by NASHtoday

Entertainment

Aside from food and shopping, make time for creekside tastings, a hidden speakeasy, and relaxing spa treatments.

  • Experience Leiper’s Fork creekside at Wines in the Fork, with options for a tasting room experience or sips in the creek when weather permits.
  • For a taste of history, visit Leiper’s Fork Distillery. The 24-person tour takes you through the production facility and features a whiskey tasting in a 200-year-old cabin.
  • One of the newest (and most hidden) spots in Leiper’s Fork is The Tornado Room, a speakeasy-style space below The Country Boy Restaurant. It’s open Thursday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
  • Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at The Spa at Leiper’s Fork, where you can unwind with a massage, manicure, and facial.
  • If outdoor adventure is calling, travel ~3 miles to Wilkins Branch Mountain Bike Park, a hilly and wooded park just west of Leiper’s Fork. Trails are marked for beginner, intermediate, and expert skill levels.
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Enjoy your farm stay with field, farm animals, the the option to warm up with a bonfire. | Photo via Airbnb

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