With an estimated 10,000 yearly travelers by 1810, the Trace became the most traveled wilderness road in the Old Southwest. At more than 500 miles in length, it was not an easy trip. In best of circumstances, the journey typically took 35 days on foot and 20 to 25 days by horse. With travelers in need of supplies, locals saw an opportunity and open businesses providing them basic food and shelter. Known as roadside stands, there were more than 20 in operation by 1820.

Since many of the roadside stands were log cabins, few of the original structures survived the test of time. This replica is constructed of hand-hued timbers with dove tail corner joinery. Cracks between adjoining logs were typically chinked with dried clay and mud.