Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 25, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
21 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntland, TN
Kelly
Three Forks, TN
Kelly
Huntland to Three Forks is 21 miles and takes about 36 minutes via David Crockett Highway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically in Tennessee. It's a local drive with a lot of turns, making it a quick excursion rather than a major journey. Given its brief duration, it's perfect for a spontaneous outing or as a segment of a larger trip, offering a taste of local Tennessee roads without a significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| David Crockett Highway | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| Rowe Gap Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Keith Springs Mountain Road | 3.6 mi | 14m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Huntland, TN and Three Forks, TN.
Start on SR 97
Turn right onto US 64
Continue on US 64
Turn right onto TN 16
Turn right onto Keith Springs Mountain Road
Continue on Keith Springs Mountain Road
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 17.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 64 / David Crockett Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto TN 16 / Rowe Gap Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Keith Springs Mountain Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.50 one way
$7.01 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.62 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| premium | $5.25 | $4.34 | $8.69 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Huntland on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Clear
Destination
Late night in Three Forks on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is characterized by its frequent turns, offering a dynamic experience on local roads rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating country lanes for the entire 21 miles. The longest stretch without a turn is 10.3 miles along David Crockett Highway. You'll travel on David Crockett Highway, Rowe Gap Road, and Keith Springs Mountain Road, each contributing to the winding nature of this particular route. Expect a more engaged driving experience as you maneuver through the landscape.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near US 64 / David Crockett Highway.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Huntland, TN to Three Forks, TN is easy. At 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 64 / David Crockett Highway): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles (TN 16 / Rowe Gap Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (Keith Springs Mountain Road): Navigation decision point.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,059 ft
Total Descent
155 ft
Highest Point
1,883 ft
~19.5 mi in
Elevation Range
992 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, short detour
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Cuisine: burger
Hours: 07:00-21:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Winchester, TN
Cuisine: italian
Hours: Mo 16:00-20:45; Tu-Th 11:00-20:45; Fr 11...
Restaurant
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Cuisine: thai
Restaurant
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Winchester, TN
Cuisine: chicken
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Winchester, TN
Cuisine: burger
Visit websitePark
Around the midpoint, short detour
Camp_site
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Camp_site
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Building
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Artwork
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Artwork
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Artwork
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Artwork
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Yes
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Camp_site
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Camp_site
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Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 21 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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