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 Tennessee Road Trips
The Great Smoky Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau line the two sides of the Great Valley in Tennessee. While seeing these mountain ranges rise up in the distance is beautiful, overlooks along the tops of the mountains can be downright stunning. Here are five easy to reach overlooks where you can get a unique view of Tennessee.
In the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, in the small community of Chestnut Hill, TN a golden retriever named “Duke” seeks out one of the most highly guarded recipes in the country. His story is told in the Bush’s Visitors Center, an interactive center complete with a General Store and Restaurant. Here’s what you can see and do while you are at the Bush’s Visitor Center.
With one foot in Tennessee and the other in Virginia you’re not just in Bristol, you are in a special STATE of mind. Here the music of the mountains made history, chasing outlaws moved to the last great colosseum, and nature’s wide paintbrush created a backdrop of sparkling waters and majestic mountains. Bristol may be small on the map but it’s BIG when it comes to things to do.
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.