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TENNESSEE’S
WALTON ROAD
Scenic Byway
The Walton Road, opened in 1801 and was named after its builder, Revolutionary War veteran Captain William Walton. It is one of the most historic pioneer roads in the Cumberland Plateau.
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SCENIC
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OUTDOOR
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EXPLORE

A Pioneer
Passage

As one of the earliest wagon roads over the rugged Cumberland Plateau, the Walton Road tells an important story of frontier settlement, the challenges of migration across the wilderness, and the forging of a national identity. The Walton Road, opened in 1801 and named after its builder, Revolutionary War veteran Captain William Walton, is one of the most historic pioneer roads in the Cumberland Plateau region of Tennessee and Kentucky.
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Groups

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Events

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About the Byway

Learn about The Walton Roa’d important story and deep history.

Byway Counties

Learn about the historical communities along the Byway and get visitors information

Byway Landscapes

Explore scenic landscapes, natural attractions and recreational opportunities.

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Take a road trip with your family or adventure group.

SCENIC

Scenic
Landscapes
& Natural
Resources

The Byway links a series of views to rural historic landscapes that are evocative of the pioneer era and frontier culture.

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BYWAY ROUTE

A Destination

Walton Road has been used for millennia, and parts of it are now incorporated into U.S. Highway 70, and Interstate 40; but sections of the original road can still be seen in isolated areas of the Cumberland Plateau and Eastern Highland Rim.

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