Just a short drive from Knoxville gets you family-friendly outdoor activities, great antiquing, and storefronts you won't find anywhere else.
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Near one of the state's most picturesque lakes, this gem earns the praise with postcard-worthy views and plenty of reasons to linger a little longer.
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Nashville can keep you busy for days, but if you're traveling to Tennessee, make sure to add the city's neighbor to your itinerary. You won't regret it.
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This hike near Smoky Mountains Park offers a crowd-free alternative to more popular treks, but the rugged trail and road to get there might put some off.
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A short drive from Knoxville is one of Cherokee National Forest's popular hikes, rewarding those who brave the trail with a pool by a breathtaking waterfall.
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A rural Tennessee stop between Nashville and Chattanooga draws visitors with underground concerts in a natural cave, plus trails, waterfalls, and camping.
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This high elevation mountain escape where 'Hilltops kiss the sky' blends history with mountain woodland adventures, rock climbing, and delicious food.
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All the best parts of Tennessee collide in this friendly little town on the road between Chattanooga and Knoxville. Get ready for a good time.
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Seeing a waterfall is reason enough to go outside, but at this cascade between Chattanooga and Nashville, you can also camp and hike to your heart's content.
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Whether you prefer a serene vacation spent fishing or you'd rather stick to a busy metropolis, these vacation destinations are a short drive from Chattanooga.
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Not far from Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains, you'll find a city with an interesting history, shopping opportunities, and loads of lakes and rivers.
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The property was set aside as songbird habitat, and it doesn't disappoint. Access is limited to hiking and cycling, and there are miles of trails to explore.
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From Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders to Acadia’s rocky Atlantic coastline, these are the most-visited national parks in America, ranked from best to worst.
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A visitor center might not seem like the most obvious highlight of a scenic byway road trip, but this isn't your ordinary visitor center.
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If you want to learn a bit about American history while taking in the views from three different states, head to this national park not far from Knoxville.
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While you might associate ghost towns with the remains of the wild west, the eastern U.S. also has many abandoned spots sprawling across Appalachia.
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The U.S. national parks are beloved by people of all ages, but these 12 destinations in particular are ideal for the baby boomer generation.
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Looking to go off the beaten path in Knoxville, Tennessee? Go beyond the usual tourist spots to find hidden nature, exciting board games, jazz music, and more.
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Close to Memphis, this charming suburb is home to all sorts of unique shops and acres of pristine green space, making it a fun escape from the city.
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If you love hiking Great Smoky Mountains National Park, but hate dealing with crowded trails, this smaller, unmarked trail may be just what you are looking for.
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Nashville, Tennessee, is home to many attractions, including the Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame, and a once-busy theme park that's now a mall.
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Tucked between two of Tennessee's largest cities, this overlooked destination offers railroad history, mountain scenery, downtown shopping, and hiking.
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This Tennessee lakeside escape offers forested shorelines, waterfront camping, paddling adventures, wildlife-filled trails, and relaxing outdoor recreation.
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The Great Smoky Mountains feature dozens of scenic views and trails worth experiencing, but dig a little deeper and you'll be treated to a waterfall most miss.
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This park has a new name but its primary feature — a wildly popular hiking trail past waterfalls and scenic creeks — has been around for a while.
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This abandoned military fort in Tennessee, a vestige of the Civil War, is now a scenic park with riverfront trails, wildlife, and traces of its battles.
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This county is attracting new residents and visitors with a plethora of outdoor activity options and a vibrant, welcoming city full of interesting sights.
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