Whether it's a trip to the city or into the wilderness you don't have to travel far from Knoxville to find it! Come explore the region (and beyond) with me, because no matter what day it is, it's always "trip time."
National Parks offer a place to relax, explore, find adventure or delve into the history that shaped a nation. Here are seven National Parks you’ll find in East Tennessee.
The Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest, Lake James and North Carolina State Parks lend a great deal of credibility to Burke County, North Carolina’s claim as being “Nature’s Playground.” While places like Boone and Asheville may get more of the spotlight, a road trip to Burke County is a natural choice. Here are a few things to check out while you’re there.
Driving between Gatlinburg and Cosby, there is a section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park where it's worthwhile turning off the road. Greenbrier is a great place to get up close to a wild stretch of river, find wildflowers and catch the colors of each season.
A unique mix of cuisine, culture, and commerce come together in Greenwood, South Carolina, making it a great stop on a road trip through the Upstate or a home base for roadtripping through the Palmetto State’s Old 96 District and Freshwater Coast.
From a history making dam to the nation's most visited National Park, there is a lot to see along U.S. 441, a perfect route for a road trip year round.
The twists and turns of route 116 take you deep into the hills of East Tennessee as well as the area's coal mining past. It’s the perfect route for a fall road trip.
