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The Cheatham County area is host to numerous wildlife preserves popular with animal watchers and biologists who document/research the abundance of untamed wildlife common to the area. The most substantial preserves include the Cheatham Wildlife Management Area opposite Ashland City to the west and Harpeth River State Park, a linear state park north of Kingston Springs.

Strattons Restaurant located at the corner of highway 12 and Stratton Blvd is a popular dining experience for locals and traveler’s taking the scenic route across historic Tennessee. This 50's style Diner is a nostalgic experience complete with classic jukebox, hand dipped ice cream floats and shakes, and classic American Decor.

Additionally, the city limits were recently extended along State Highway 12 to the Davidson County line. This expansion incorporated the Cheatham County Industrial Park, which includes Triton Boat as well as barge building operations, paper products, and concrete manufacturers along the Cumberland River. Ashland City industry is served by the Nashville & Western Railroad - which is a division of the Nashville and Eastern Railroad corporation.

Ashland City is gaining distinction as a "bedroom community" for Nashville and the greater Davidson County Area. Many business owners and other upper middle class families have begun to spill into Ashland City and neighboring cities Pleasant View and Kingston Springs. Much of this is due to the accessibility to the larger Metro area and the more secluded and simple atmosphere these cities provide.

The Cheatham County area is fairly rural and undeveloped in comparison to other Nashville Metro areas making it a popular place to raise a family. Much of the town's activities revolve around youth and high school sporting events such as soccer, football and other outdoor activities. Strict building and development codes are leading to a higher quality of living within the Ashland City area.

Ashland City History -

The history of Ashland City begins and is connected with the organization of the county. Ashland became incorporated as a city under the name of Ashland City, the original name having been only Ashland.  

It was surveyed and platted in 1856 under the direction of the commissioners appointed by the first county court for that purpose. The public square on which the court house stands is 300x600 feet. and the town lots are of various sizes, some 50x135 feet, some 50x150 feet and some 50x300 feet, there being 160 in all. By an act of the General Assembly, passed December 3, 1859.

The town is located on the north side of the Cumberland River, on a regularly inclined plane from the base of the high hills and the river. The court house is two-thirds of a mile from the river landing at the foot of Cumberland Street.

Landmarks - Sydney's Bluff, located on the opposite bank of the Cumberland River, is visible from most parts of the city, especially from the residential districts which are built on hills rising to the north of the river flood plain. This jagged cliff system, which was carved by the Cumberland River, is popular with local rock climbers and hikers. The bluff was supposedly named after a girl who fell from the bluff while trying to escape hostile Native Americans in the early 1800s.

Cheatham Lock and Dam, is a large recreational area operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers that offers many outdoor experiences such as Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Water sports, swimming, and multiple children's play areas stretching along the Cumberland River. Cheatham Dam is a popular rustic weekend getaway for many surrounding areas. The Ashland Estates neighborhood behind the town's Food Lionplays host to a locally famous Halloween street fair each October. The informal event attracts kids and parents from most of northern Cheatham County.