• Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Towns / Cities

    This is what getting away is all about. Benton, Tennessee – County Seat & Old Time Charm Tucked under Chilhowee Mountain and a few miles from Parksville Lake (Lake Ocoee), […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    History & Area Info

    Written by Marian Bailey Presswood, published at Tennessee Encyclopedia of History & Culture Established by the Tennessee General Assembly in 1839, Polk County was named to honor newly elected Governor […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Wedding & Event Venues

    Get married in the mountains! Ocoee Country is quickly becoming a favorite destination to say “I Do”!  Indoor and outdoor venues in mountain settings accommodate both intimate ceremonies and large […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Music & Arts

    The arts are as old as the Appalachians and as diverse as the folks who live here.  From Appalachian folk art to the haunting melodies of the past, you’ll find […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    History & Heritage

    Lore and legends abound in the history and mysteries of Polk County, Tennessee. The region drew miners to the copper ore and the Cherokee people were here before time was […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Train Excursions

    See beautiful Ocoee Country from a train! Ride past remnants of times forgotten and observe areas of the Cherokee National Forest only accessible by rail! Hiwassee River Rail Adventure Tennessee […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Golf

    It’s ok to break away from high adventure for an afternoon to practice your swing! The Ocoee Region is a great place to golf year round! Copper Basin Golf Club 5765 […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Horseback Riding

    Horseback Riding in the Cherokee National Forest Bring your own horse, or visit a stable…either way you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon on horseback in the Cherokee National Forest. Our […]

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Zip Lines & Soaring Adventures

    Zip Lines & Soaring Adventures See Ocoee Country from a new perspective! Our zip-lines and canopy tours offer spectacular views of the lush Cherokee National Forest.          

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  • Polk County and Ocoee Region Chamber of Commerce

    Food & Wine

    Rafting the Ocoee River can certainly work up an appetite, and our local flavor hits the spot! Get a taste of Ocoee in one of our unique eateries- each one […]

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