2-Hour Side-by-Side Off-Road Adventure in Franklin, Tennessee

Drive 80% dirt roads through creeks, past waterfalls and caves in the Tennessee backcountry

A two-hour guided Side-by-Side off-road adventure in Franklin, Tennessee, where you drive through middle Tennessee backcountry on county roads and dirt trails, splash through creek crossings, and pass caves, waterfalls and historic landmarks. The route is customized for each group. Helmets, goggles and water are included. Children from age 6 are welcome, and the vehicles are street-legal on Tennessee county roads.

Step-by-step itinerary

Two-hour guided off-road adventure

• Receive helmets and goggles
• Drive Side by Side on dirt roads
• Splash through water crossings
• Stop for photos at waterfall or lake
• Drive past cave and wildlife
• See farm animals and old barns

The experience

You spend two hours in the driver's seat of a Side-by-Side, navigating 80% dirt roads and backcountry trails through middle Tennessee. The route changes based on what your group wants to see: creek crossings, caves, waterfalls, old country barns and wildlife are all part of the day. A live guide leads the way and customizes the stops along the way, so you're not following a fixed itinerary but responding to what catches your interest as you go.

The vehicle itself is street-legal on Tennessee county roads, equipped with a Class I Off-Highway Vehicle Tag. Helmets and goggles are provided for every passenger, and you get one bottle of water per person. The terrain is rough enough to feel like real off-road driving (creek splashes, dirt and dust included), but the guide handles route selection so you're not navigating alone.

This is a small-group activity, not a tour bus experience. You're driving, not watching. The guide is there to lead the route and point out what's worth stopping for. The backcountry setting means you might encounter farm animals, old barns, and the occasional historic store, but the focus is on the driving itself and the landscape you move through.

What’s included

• Use of the Side-by-Side vehicle.
• helmets and goggles for each passenger.
• one bottle of water per person.
• all fees and taxes.
• live guide in English leading a customized route through caves, waterfalls and backcountry landmarks.

Before you book

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AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Fisher's Off-Road Tours

Is this one for you?The two-hour duration fits a half-day activity without eating into the rest of your day in Franklin. The guide customizes the route for your group, so you're not locked into a fixed itinerary. If your group wants more time at a waterfall or wants to skip a stop, the guide adjusts.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of terrain will I be driving on?

The route is 80% dirt roads and backcountry trails through middle Tennessee, including creek crossings and old county roads. The guide customizes the specific stops and route for each group.

Do I need off-road driving experience to do this?

No experience is required. The guide leads the route and you follow. The terrain is rough but the activity is designed for all fitness levels, and children from age 6 are welcome.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The activity runs in most conditions, but you'll want to bring weather-appropriate gear like jackets or rain gear, which are not provided. Helmets and goggles protect your face and eyes.

Are there stops along the way, or is it just driving?

The guide stops at caves, waterfalls, lakes and historic landmarks along the route. The stops are customized based on what your group wants to see, so each trip is different.

What's included in the price?

The Side-by-Side vehicle, helmets, goggles, one bottle of water per person, and all fees and taxes are included. The guide is live and speaks English.