Patsy Cline Plane Crash Memorial
Patsy Cline Plane Crash Memorial
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Glenn
Nashville, TN182 contributions
Jul 2020
The Memorial site is quiet and well maintained.
It's a bit of a walk down to the site from the parking area.
While technically designed to be wheelchair accessible, the pathway is gravel covered and does have ruts caused by the weather. Pushing a wheelchair would be difficult.
The memorial has a large stone which is engraved with the names and dates.
There are benches available if you want to sit for quiet reflection.
It's a bit of a walk down to the site from the parking area.
While technically designed to be wheelchair accessible, the pathway is gravel covered and does have ruts caused by the weather. Pushing a wheelchair would be difficult.
The memorial has a large stone which is engraved with the names and dates.
There are benches available if you want to sit for quiet reflection.
Written 17 July 2020
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David R
Valparaiso, IN157 contributions
Sept 2020
I'm not a huge country music fan, but Patsy Cline was an early icon, so I felt compelled to pay this site a visit. I was glad I did. It was a bit outside of Camden and the signage to the site was abysmal, but I eventually found it, and as challenging, found my way back to the highway. The site evokes reflection and tragedy. But this is the point of the memorial.
Written 4 October 2020
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Dale K
Oak Lawn, IL75 contributions
Jul 2021
A very solemn place where many say that Country Music died. Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, Randy Hughes and Hawkshaw Hawkins died when their small place encountered some bad weather and the pilot got spatial disorientation.
A stone and some plaques mark the area where they died.
A stone and some plaques mark the area where they died.
Written 14 July 2021
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Dena61
Spring Hill, TN1 contribution
Jul 2011 • Couples
My husband and I recently moved to Tennessee and decided that we were going to take in some of the sites. This afternoon we made a pilgrimage to the crash site where the wonderfully talented Patsy Cline lost her life. It was a humbling experience to walk down that gravel path, going deeper into the woods until we reached the large stone that is carved with the names of the individuals who lost their lives in that tragic plane crash. My thoughts as I stood there ranged from what a tragedy and loss for not only their families but also for the fans, too what a legacy she left behind in her music. Take the time and make the effort, it's worth the walk!
Written 9 July 2011
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Rickradio
Martin, TN15 contributions
A bit difficult to find, but quite an awe-inspiring memorial. It could be better marked, and the upkeep is not so great, but it is certainly worth seeing. Read up on the story before going. Use a GPS or Mapquest, in order to make it easier to find. If you live close, it's a great Saturday or Sunday afternoon drive.
Written 28 January 2012
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James W
Henderson25 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
If you are going through Camden, Tenn., then stop and spend about 5 minutes at this memorial. But unless you are a big Patsy Cline fan, you will likely be disappointed. It's easy to get to, IF you happen to see the sign. But the memorial itself is somewhat underwhelming - only a big rock at the bottom of a ravine. And when we were there the trail leading down the hill was in great need of weed trimming. And least I forget, the pamphlet you get at the Interstate highway rest areas does not give the directions to the place. If you are on Hwy 641 look for the McDonalds and the sign will be nearby. We went past it twice.
Written 4 September 2013
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PhilandKathi
BETHANY, MISSOURI110 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
Whether or not this site is worth the effort depends on your interest in Patsy Cline. It is about 30 miles off the interstate and NOT easy to get to. The "memorial" itself is a large rock at the end of a very long path down into a ravine where the plan crashed. Going DOWN the hill isn't too bad! Going back UP is a son-of-a-gun!! It is just about 30 minutes from Loretta Lynn's ranch, which made it worth the trip. If it hadn't been for that, we would never have gone. Like I said, if you're a big Patsy Cline fan, GO! If not, don't bother. There's nothing else there.
Written 26 May 2013
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Bonbonmontreal
O'Fallon, IL279 contributions
Jun 2012 • Solo
Camden is a small and fairly unremarkable town, located about 30 minutes off of I-40. As I was passing through Tennessee, wanting to see more than what was visible from the highway while traveling at 70 MPH, I thought I'd make a detour to see this sad site. I'd been a fan of Patsy Cline since my teenage years, and I'd seen the biographical movie "Sweet Dreams" about her life.
As others have written, the memorial is about 3 1/2 miles away from the main part of the town. When you arrive, there is a small turnaround for a few cars. About 100 yards away is a sheltered area with a collection of news stories and articles about the plane crash. If you walk 5 minutes down a winding gravel path, you get to a rock on which the names of the 3 victims are etched. There is nothing else. The area is serene and quiet.
If you're a big Patsy Cline fan and you're in the area, it's worth a visit, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend a special visit just to see the place.
As others have written, the memorial is about 3 1/2 miles away from the main part of the town. When you arrive, there is a small turnaround for a few cars. About 100 yards away is a sheltered area with a collection of news stories and articles about the plane crash. If you walk 5 minutes down a winding gravel path, you get to a rock on which the names of the 3 victims are etched. There is nothing else. The area is serene and quiet.
If you're a big Patsy Cline fan and you're in the area, it's worth a visit, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend a special visit just to see the place.
Written 18 June 2012
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redqueen13
Camden, TN10 contributions
Mar 2013 • Friends
Its out in the middle of the woods. The road getting there is narrow. Down a hill with no real way for a handicap person to get up or down. If can get to rock at the bottom, I found it to be a quite and spirited place.
Written 29 July 2013
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Ken H
New Orleans, LA55 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
Only if you remember the event when it happened or you are a hard core Patsy Kline fan will this site mean much. Don't forget the other country stars that perished here as well. Sobering site!
Written 13 July 2013
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