Cooleys Rift Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

South Cumberland State Park
You can take time to visit South Cumberland State Park during your travels to Monteagle. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Clifftops Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clifftops Lake during your travels in Monteagle.
Monteagle Sunday School Assembly
Find out about the history of Monteagle with a stop at Monteagle Sunday School Assembly. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.
Our pick of the best Cooleys Rift Hotel Deals

The Smokehouse Lodge and Cabins
"We stayed in a one-room cabin, upon opening the door, we were overwhelmed by the very strong musky smell. The cabin was filthy, with boxes left under the table from prior guests. The room was dusty, with a dirty bathtub and spiderwebs. We did not sleep well due to the smell of the cabin and the fear ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manchester
"This place was spectacular. The room was clean when we came in. One of the cleaners actually cleaned ours 2 times one day. Very well kept everything looked so nice. You will not regret staying in the Microtel inn and suites. I give them 100 out of 100. The pool looked real nice I just forgot my bath ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026

The Sewanee Inn
"Great!"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Quality Inn Monteagle
"The front desk person was very nice. The room in the hotel seemed to be clean. However, the room had a very strong smell when you walked in and it smelt like urine. I don’t know where the smell was coming from but it was strong. It’s a decent hotel. It’s just older and you can see they keep it clean, ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manchester / Arnold AFB
"Everyone was super friendly. Room was clean and great."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Spark by Hilton Kimball
"Staff was amazing"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Cooleys Rift
Clifftops
Clifftops might not have many top sights, but Clifftops Lake and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Monteagle
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Monteagle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monteagle Sunday School Assembly and South Cumberland State Park.
