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."
All in Small Towns
With National Forests, Wilderness areas, two large lakes and Cherokee Tribal lands encompassing most of the county, the population of Graham County remains small at just over 8,000 people. At the center of it all is the tiny town of Robbinsville, home of a country music hitmaker, a legendary Cherokee chief and a cross cultural vibe fueling interest in this slice of the Great Smoky Mountains.
At the junction of Interstates 77 and 40 you’ll find Statesville, North Carolina. It’s a place where balloons fly high, bourbon and beer flow freely and a place where you’ll find plenty of things to do. Here’s a look at the city where “it all comes together.“
Brightly colored buildings all lined up in a row, brick streets all around the public square, an historic Opera House, and a towering church steeple rising above it all. This could describe cities like Charleston or Savannah or maybe even a city in Europe, but this is Abbeville, South Carolina a place where you’ll find history all around every corner.
Located halfway between Nashville and Chattanooga and two hours from Knoxville, McMinnville gives you plenty of reasons to make it a destination on a road trip. Here is a guide on what to see and do in McMinnville, Tennessee.
On the northern edge of Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland, Pickett County provides an outdoor playground with endless possibilities. Mix in small town charm and Dale Hollow Lake and you’ll find plenty to do in Byrdstown & Pickett County. Here are a few ideas.
Celina, Tennessee is the southern gateway to Dale Hollow Lake in the Upper Cumberland region of the state. Small town charm, unique shopping and dining make this a great place to stop on the way to the lake. Here’s a quick guide to what there is to see and do.
On the western edge of Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland Region, the small town of Carthage wraps history, natural beauty and culinary wonders into a picturesque package that will have you wanting to return time and time again. Here are a few reasons why you should visit this Tennessee town.
