Nearby Outdoor Fun

Hatcher Family Dairy

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Farming since 1831, six consecutive generations have continued the hard work of running the family farm. Committed to the core values of faith, quality, integrity and stewardship handed down by our forefathers over 175 years ago. Hatcher Family Dairy has built their own creamery and bottling plant right here in College Grove. First sold locally at the Franklin Farmers Market and at the farm Dairy Store, Hatcher Family Dairy is the perfect place for a quick bite to eat or the afternoon ice cream treat, about 5 minutes from the Farm.

Lucky Ladd’s Farm

Brimming with fun, wonder and adventure, 11.4 miles from A&E Farm, Lucky Ladd's farm and fun park offers acres of wholesome entertainment for all ages. Lucky Ladd Farms is home to the largest petting farm attraction of it's kind in Tennessee featuring hundreds of friendly farm animals and exotic livestock. You will learn about a variety of domesticated farm animals and enjoy unique live encounters. Let your little one enjoy this classic form of entertainment that children have loved for years. Over 20 miniature horses, donkeys and ponies are proud to call Lucky Ladd Farms their home; and they're eagerly waiting for your doting affection.

Peacock Hill Park

Considered the county’s best-kept secret, the 255-acre Peacock Hill Park is Williamson County’s newest nature park. Donated by the Ogilvie family, which dates back generations in the College Grove area, the new park includes up to eight miles of hiking trails, a visitor center, a couple of ponds and other features, ideal for nature enthusiasts. With the park’s main parking area right off Giles Hill Road, hiking here is a convenient and gorgeous dream come true, and only 8.7 miles from A&E Farm.