Farragut

Farragut is located in Knoxville County and has a population of over 20,676 residents per 2010 census. Farragut enjoys mild temperatures and great outdoor parks and recreational opportunities. The close proximity to Knoxville allows visitors and residents alike to take advantage of a well established economy as well as a multitude of great things to do such as Dollywood, Museums, The Dixie Stampede and much more.

 

The area was originally known as Campbell’s Station after a fort and stage coach station erected by Captain David Campbell (1753–1832) in 1787. The brick Campbell’s Station Inn was built in 1810 and still stands on Kingston Pike within sight of the Farragut Town Hall. It is still in use as a private residence. The Civil War Battle of Campbell’s Station was fought there on November 16, 1863.