Monteagle’s settlement history began with a 5,000-acre land grant to John Bostick in 1792. In 1855, construction began on the Mountain Goat Railroad, extending first from Cowan to Sewanee, then through what would become Monteagle, and on to Tracy City.
It was on this railroad in May 1870 that John Moffat, a Scottish born temperance leader, came to the mountain. His train stop hamlet officially became known as Moffat Station in 1871, later becoming “Mont Eagle,” and finally present- day “Monteagle” when the town was officially incorporated in 1962, as construction began on the first section of Interstate 24 in this area.
Monteagle is home to many historic sites, stories and people, including Al Capone, Andrew Lytle, the DuBose Conference Center, the Great Eagle Caper, Hamper McBee, the Highlander Folk School, Historic Highway 41–the “Dixie Highway,” Madame Chiang Kai-shek, Martin Luther King Jr., the Monteagle Sunday School Assembly, Rosa Parks and the Trail of Tears.
Terralodge
Luxury domes and treehouses in a wooded setting
The Monteagle Cabin
3BR/2BA cabin with deck, hot tub and sunset views
South Cumberland Getaways
Rental agency offering a lodge and a variety of cabins, tiny homes, glamping and hostel options
Smokehouse Lodge & Cabins
Rustic lodge and cabins conveniently located in Monteagle
The Retreat at Deer Lick Falls
Tiny home community situated near a private waterfall
The Edgeworth Inn
Historic bed & breakfast located within the historic Monteagle Assembly
Tiny Mojo
Tiny home located in The Retreat at Deer Lick Falls
Trailhead Cabins
Four cabins located near the South Cumberland Welcome Center
Monteagle Inn & Retreat Center
Mediterranean-style inn conveniently located in downtown Monteagle
Amish Hippie
One of the quirkiest vintage shops in Tennessee
Cove Creek Farm
Working farm with indoor & outdoor playgrounds and guided tours
ECO E-bikes
E-bike rental, sales & repair right on the Mountain Goat Trail
Hallelujah Pottery & Full Circle Candles
Locally-crafted pottery, candles and other gifts
High Point Restaurant
Fine dining in a mansion once financed by Al Capone and listed on the National Register of Historic Places
High Vibes Healing
Yoga, sound healing, pilates and infrared sauna -- your sanctuary for self-care
Highland Bluff Studio
Subtly nerdy soy candles made with all natural soy wax, cotton wicks, and no dyes
Highlander Folk School
An historic site on America's journey toward a more just and inclusive society. (Closed for Restoration)
May Justus Memorial Library
Local library, named for a noted author and teacher who encouraged literacy among area citizens.
Easy
Meadow Trail
This is a 1-mile easy, round trip walk through a meadow with storyboards from a children's book and a forest playground made of logs and ropes -- a great way to introduce the little ones to the joys of hiking! Access this adventure from the South Cumberland State Park Headquarters on US 41 in Monteagle.
Monteagle Sunday School Assembly
One of Nine Surviving Chautauquas
Mooney's Market & Emporium
Gourmet, gluten-free, and organic fresh produce, as well as antiques, vintage books, gifts, yarn shop, hand-knitted items, and more
Mountain Goat Market
Sandwiches, salads, pizza & treats, plus an eclectic gift shop
Easy
Mountain Goat Trail
A real-life version of “The Little Engine that Could”, and now a great paved trail
Mountain Mobile Massage
Individual or couple massages with optional add-on treatments in your accommodations
Mountain Outfitters
Outdoor equipment and apparel store with rock wall inside with permanent 50%-off outlet upstairs
Mountain Top Meal Prep & Catering
Gourmet style clean eating cafe with prepared meals to go and catering options
Music on the Mountain at The Smoke House Patio Grill
Barbecue grill with live singer/songwriters Friday & Saturday nights
Oakes & Oliver's Modern Mercantile
Cool vintage items, unique home decor and local handcrafted goods
Papa Ron's Pizza & Italian Steakhouse
Pastas, steaks, pizza & sandwiches
Smoke House Patio Grill
Barbeque and other casual options with cold beer and live music weekend nights
Easy
South Cumberland State Park Visitor Center
Park info, gift shop, mini-museum and trailhead for a kid-friendly "storybook trail"
The Depot Cafe
Home cooked Southern food, including burgers, Philly cheese steaks & desserts
The Hotel, The Eagle & College Hijinks
An Epic Tale of Fire, Abduction, Guilt and Repatriation
The Mabee Homeplace
A Storied Home with Connections to Al Capone
The Whimsy Willow
Clothing, gifts and home goods boutique with a little something for everyone
Werner Military Museum
Unique Military Equipment from a Unique Collector
Word of Mouth Provisions
Provisioning packages and concierge services
Wrenn's Nest
A place to escape summer heat and yellow fever
Things to do in Monteagle
Lodging in Monteagle
Tracy City
Henry Flury & Sons Grocery
A classic turn-of-the-last-century American grocery store, and a step back in time
Tracy City
High Point Climbing
Fully insured and certified climbing guides at Denny Cove and Foster Falls
Tracy City
Historic Dutch Maid Bakery
Tennessee’s Oldest Family-Owned Bakery
Tracy City
Historic Henry Flury & Sons Grocery
A Century of Essentials and Personal Service
Tracy City
Historic Mountain Goat Railroad
A real-life version of “The Little Engine that Could”
Tracy City
L & J's Breezy Stables
Novice equine riding lessons
Sewanee
LUNCH
Farm-to-table restaurant with a daily rotating menu of pastries, frittatas, sandwiches and plates
Sewanee
La Bella Pearl
Organic Mediterranean fine dining in a villa-style atmosphere
Sewanee
Lemon Fair
Clothes, jewelry & accessories, home goods and Sewanee-themed items
Tracy City
Lone Rock Coke Ovens
There's a recreational lake with swimming and picnicking facilities at the site of the historic Lone Rock Coke Ovens, where locally-mined coal was converted to coal coke by convict labor. An easy 2.3-mile hike encircles the lakes; some of it using a low-traffic paved road. Access this adventure from the Grundy Lakes Trailhead, which is also the parking area for the swimming and picnicking facilities.
Tracy City
Music Barn
Musical instruments & accessories, bibles, books and gifts
Tracy City
Olde House Shoppe
A carefully selected collection of home & garden decor, antique/vintage finds, gifts & unique items
Tracy City
Potbellies
Chow down on a hearty breakfast of omelette, skillets, or the hillbilly bowl, or come at lunch time for a sizzlin' sandwich or mouth watering burger.
Tracy City
Rosie’s Farmhouse Kitchen
Country breakfasts, daily plate lunches and evening meals
Tracy City
Roundhouse Park and Historic Tracy City
Park with historic marker, picnic pavilion and playground
Sewanee
Sarah Sulfridge, LMT
Local Professional Massage Therapist offering Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, and Cupping massage to The Mountain.
Tracy City
Schoolhouse Falls
This small waterfall has the remains of a moonshiners' still at its base -- an easy quarter-mile walk from the Fiery Gizzard North Trailhead, if you bear left at the first trail intersection, about 100 feet from the trailhead kiosk.
Sewanee
Sewanee Natural Bridge
A remarkable natural sandstone arch, easily accessible via a 400-foot stair-stepped path from the parking lot. Access this adventure from the Lost Cove North Trailhead.
Sewanee
Shenanigans
Sandwiches & pizza with a full bar
Sewanee
Sherwood Loop Trail
This is an easy 2.9 mile loop trail that includes the Sherwood Natural Bridge and several outstanding overlooks. Access this adventure from the Lost Cove East Trailhead.
Pelham
Simply Southern Cafe
Southern comfort food
Sewanee
South Cumberland Farmer's Mkt
Order online by Sunday evening and pick up your order Tuesday afternoon
Sewanee
Stirling's Coffee House
Campus coffee shop with sandwiches & salads
Sewanee
Sublime Haven
Somatic practitioner featuring waxing, massage and skin care