Counce, TN

Counce is a quiet, close-knit community in southwest Tennessee, tucked right against the Mississippi and Alabama state lines. With only a few hundred residents, it sits along the Tennessee River just above Pickwick Landing Dam. Living here means having Pickwick Lake right in your neighborhood, creating a scenic backdrop with miles of shoreline and easy access to the water. It has the relaxed, unhurried feel of a small Southern town where the river shapes the rhythm of everyday life.

The local economy is anchored by the Packaging Corporation of America paper mill along Highway 57, which has long been one of the region's main employers. While Counce itself is small and largely residential, its position along the highway makes daily errands and commutes straightforward. You can easily drive to Savannah, Tennessee, or cross into Corinth, Mississippi, in about twenty minutes for grocery stores, medical care, and local restaurants.

Outdoor recreation is the community's biggest attraction. Pickwick Landing State Park sits directly along the water, offering a full-service marina, an 18-hole golf course, wooded campgrounds, and a lodge with dining overlooking the lake. Boating, kayaking, and bass fishing are huge parts of living here. For anyone looking for a peaceful lakeside setting with a low-key atmosphere, Counce offers an easy and comfortable place to settle down.