Byrdstown (~798 residents) is the quiet county seat of Pickett County, founded in 1879 and incorporated in 1917, named after Colonel Robert K. Byrd. Nestled near majestic Dale Hollow Lake, it’s framed by the Obey and Wolf Rivers and popular for boating, fishing, and lakeside retreats. The heart of town is its 1935 Colonial Revival courthouse, a National Register landmark, surrounded by the cozy Historic Square and favorite spots like Dixie Café—home to Friday-night bluegrass and southern comfort fare. Just south lies the Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park, honoring Tennessee’s “Father of the United Nations” with walking trails, a cabin, and Civil War driving tours. Root Force knows how to work around Byrdstown’s winding backroads—from neighborhoods near the courthouse square to lakeside cabins—grinding stumps cleanly so homeowners, fishermen, and small business owners can enjoy property maintenance hassle-free.
