Houston County, Tennessee is located in northwestern part of the state and has a population 8,426 people. This rural area offers numerous attractions like Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park which serves as reminder of Native American life prior European settlers arriving or Nature Trails & Wildflower Walk at Houston Woods Nature Preserve ideal spot for bird watching and observing stunning display wildflowers during blooming season . Additionally this area also offers plenty outdoor recreational activities from kayaking on Duck River to cycling down scenic trails nearby .