4 Historic Landmarks Along Cades Cove Loop Road in the Smoky Mountains

Cades Cove houses many influential structures, including these 4 primitive landmarks- the Cable Mill, the Dan Lawson Place, the Tipton Place, and the Carter Shields Cabin. These landmarks are well preserved, you can almost picture the settlers working the land and admiring the mountains from their homesteads! Consider vacationing at a Gatlinburg cabin to wind down with your windows down while auto-touring these 4 historic landmarks along Cades Cove Loop Road in the Smoky Mountains.

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1. Cable Mill

The Cable Mill is probably one of the most rewarding stops you’ll come across on your journey. This is the only working grist mill in the Smoky Mountains. Along this property, you will also find other historic buildings that you can explore such as a smokehouse, blacksmith shop, and a barn.

2. Dan Lawson Place

Here you will find a remarkable brick chimney, which was very uncommon for this era. Each brick was created right here in Cades Cove. This home features noticeable areas where the Lawson family made additions to the original home. You can notice these additions by looking for different patterns in the wood.

3. Tipton Place

Though owned by Colonel Hamp Tipton, only his daughters Lizzie and Lucy lived here and they practiced as teachers at the local school. You’ll also find a replica of what the original cantilever barn once looked like- built in the exact spot of the original. Cantilevers were used to store livestock and goods meant to be kept dry.

4. Carter Shields Cabin

Home of George Washington Carter Shields, a Civil War Veteran. He was wounded at the Battle of Shiloh and only inhabited this cabin for 11 years.

Notes to Remember:

• Fill up your gas tank, bring a map just in case, and have food and water handy in case you plan to stay for a picnic or visit longer than expected.
• Keep a safe distance from all creatures, especially bears!
• Leave no trace.
• Please refrain from honking or revving engines. Noises such as these disturb wildlife as well as visitors.
• Cades Cove Loop Road is open daily from Sunrise to Sunset.

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