Red River Farms in Robertson County.Whether you’re chasing ghosts or looking for a quaint town preserved through time, Robertson County is the place to visit.
Once known as a big-time tobacco and whiskey producing area, it is now known mostly for the infamous Bell Witch who haunted the Bell family – some of whom still live there today – in what became the most documented haunting in American history. To this day, the town celebrates the legacy of the famed witch with a festival that takes place each September.
But a good ghost story isn’t all Robertson has to offer. From the Taste of the Country USA festival each June to the Turning of the Pig roasting celebration every July 3 to the Trash and Treasure world’s longest yard sale, residents find unique ways to celebrate their county, which boasts some of the most pristine farmland in the country.
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Where to Stay> Springfield Inn> Hampton Inn at Springfield
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Things to do> Take your chances at the Bell Witch Cave and Farm. And don’t miss the special nighttime Haunted Candlelight Tour. > Canoe down the Red River.> Lose yourself in its historic downtown, completely walkable and filled with quaint shops and eateries, such as Burdett’s Tea Shop and Trading Company.> Discover the fascinating history of the county at the Robertson County Historical Museum.
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Good EatsPull up a chair at The Depot Bar and Grill. Whether you’re in the mood for seafood gumbo, a homemade beer cheese soup bread bowl, sesame seared tuna or a delicious steak made from local grass-fed cows, The Depot has it all, down to an atmosphere reminiscent of “Cheers.”