Tennessee Route 54 serves as a scenic and practical connector in northwest Tennessee, threading through a quiet mix of farmland, woodlands, and a handful of small towns between Paris and Dresden. Spanning roughly 22 miles, this stretch offers a pleasant drive for anyone exploring the region—whether you’re chasing blue highways or just avoiding the interstate. Starting in the city of Paris, TN-54 makes its way westward, passing through the heart of Henry and Weakley counties before joining with Tennessee Route 89 to wrap up in Dresden.
Our journey begins in Paris, a small yet lively community known for its charming downtown square and the Eiffel Tower replica at Memorial Park. TN-54 kicks off at the junction with U.S. Route 641, heading southwest out of town. Just before we leave the city limits, we cross the Paris Bypass (TN-218), a useful local connector if you’re heading to other parts of Henry County. On the way out, the road transitions from suburban four-lane to a more rural two-lane setup—ushering in rolling farmland and long views of open pasture.
As we enter Midway, the highway shifts direction, curving northwest toward the tiny community of Como. This stretch of the route is rural through and through, passing clusters of homes, barns, and wide stretches of agricultural land. In Como, we meet Tennessee Route 140, a minor east-west highway that can take you deeper into Obion or Carroll counties. Just beyond Como, TN-54 angles west again, intersecting TN-190 as it approaches the unincorporated community of West Union. While small, West Union breaks up the farmland scenery with a few roadside homes and churches nestled into the trees.
Continuing westward, the landscape becomes more wooded as we draw closer to Dresden, the county seat of Weakley County. Just before entering town, TN-54 intersects Tennessee Secondary Route 89 and becomes a conjoined route for a brief segment. From here, the road transitions back into a more developed area as we enter Dresden’s eastern neighborhoods. Downtown Dresden is compact but lively, anchored by the historic courthouse square and flanked by local businesses and eateries. TN-54/TN-89 intersect TN-118 in the heart of town, making this a local hub for travel in all directions.
As we leave the core of Dresden, the two routes split—TN-89 heads west, while TN-54 continues south, officially ending this 22-mile journey from Paris. Whether you’re tracing the route for scenic purposes, exploring local communities, or simply avoiding the faster-paced highways, TN-54 offers a nice balance of charm and functionality. And if you’re up for more, you can continue following TN-54 south toward Gleason and beyond, or explore TN-89 west toward Kenton.
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