The best parks & outdoor spots in Franklin

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Lockwood Ranch (opens in a new tab)

2643 Campbells Station Road

Lockwood Ranch is serving up ranch-raised, pasture-to-plate beef that’s grass-fed and grain finished, dry aged 14 to 28 days, and USDA…

Lockwood Ranch is serving up ranch-raised, pasture-to-plate beef that’s grass-fed and grain finished, dry aged 14 to 28 days, and USDA inspected, with crowd-pleasing cuts like ribeye, Denver steak, and burger patties, plus delivery or pickup so dinner this week kind of makes itself.

From the Franklin newsletter, October 11, 2026

Fischer Park (opens in a new tab)

4285 Port Royal Rd · Spring Hill

Fischer Park delivers maximum kid energy burn with a splash pad that saves summer, a solid playground, sports fields and courts for quick…

Checked Sep 17

Fischer Park delivers maximum kid energy burn with a splash pad that saves summer, a solid playground, sports fields and courts for quick games, and a walking trail when you want to keep chatting. Easy local choice when Columbia heat and cabin fever collide.

From the Spring Hill newsletter, September 25, 2026

GratiDude Ranch (opens in a new tab)

7515 Pewitt Rd

Craving a quick escape close to home this week? GratiDude Ranch in Leipers Fork blends rustic charm with modern style, offering overnight…

Checked Jul 31

Craving a quick escape close to home this week? GratiDude Ranch in Leipers Fork blends rustic charm with modern style, offering overnight stays, private chef farm dinners, murder mystery dinner events, and learning Birthday Bash gatherings.

From the Franklin newsletter, August 6, 2026