Check out our extensive guides to the best things to do in the Tennessee Mountains, including an overview of the best outdoor activities, restaurants, roadside attractions and accommodations in TN.
The 20 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the Smoky Mountains
Autumn annually amazes western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee visitors with fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains. In our experience, the best scenic views in the Smoky
The Best Lake Day Gear & Accessories for Summer
My lady and I are HUGE lake day lovers, and have been for years. Since travel is work for us, a day at the lake
The 15 Most Haunted Places in Tennessee to Visit
You don’t have to look far to find a company offering to take you on Tennessee ghost tours, simply because there seems to be endless
The 10 Best Campgrounds in Tennessee to Visit
Tennessee is a perfect place for anyone interested in exploring the stunning array of natural wonders to be found near the Blue Ridge Mountains and
The 10 Best Things to Do in Bristol TN/VA
Visiting Bristol TN/VA means getting to explore awesome places in two states, because the Blue Ridge mountain towns‘ main street literally acts as a state boundary. The
10 Best Caverns and Underground Caves in Tennessee
The Blue Ridge Mountains are home to an extensive array of caves and caverns, many of which have significant historical importance. There are more caves
The 10 Best Civil War Sites in Tennessee to Visit
The Civil War in Tennessee was epic. Aside from the state of Virginia, TN saw more battles than any other state. During the Civil War,
30 Great Smoky Mountains Facts for Trivia Buffs
People head to the Smokies of North Carolina and Tennessee for many reasons. Some want to go on epic Great Smoky Mountains hikes, while others
Ruby Falls Cave Tours on Lookout Mountain Near Chattanooga TN
When I was growing up in North Georgia, you couldn’t swing a stick without hitting a sign (or barn) promoting Rock City and Ruby Falls.
Visiting Craighead Caverns & Lost Sea Adventure (Sweetwater TN)
If you’re interested in exploring caverns and underground caves in Tennessee, a visit to the Lost Sea Adventure in Sweetwater TN is an absolute must.
The 10 Best Places for White Water Rafting in Tennessee
River rafting in Tennessee is one of the great outdoor adventures to be found in the Blue Ridge Mountains. In our experience, the best white
The 15 Best Smoky Mountain Waterfalls to Visit
Of all the Great Smoky Mountains attractions, chasing waterfalls is arguably among the most popular and rewarding activities. The Great Smoky Mountain waterfalls are
25 Fun Facts About Tennessee History and Culture
If you’ve ever wondered, “What is Tennessee known for?” the answer is, well, quite a lot of things! In fact, there’s a huge list of
Where are the Blue Ridge Mountains? A State-by-State Guide
“Where are the Blue Ridge Mountains?” is a question we get fairly often, and it’s understandable why so many people are confused by the geographical
15 Beautiful Wildflowers of Tennessee (and Where to See Them)
Springtime offers endless opportunities to catch glimpses of the different types of wildflowers native to Tennessee. Many wildflowers in Tennessee bloom throughout spring, while others
The 10 Best Lakes in Tennessee to Visit
The dynamic topography and vast wilderness of East Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains are the stuff of legend. Odes to the dramatic terrain have appeared in so
Non-Venomous vs Venomous Snakes in Tennessee (ID Guide)
A lot of us have an unhealthy fear of snakes, presuming that they’re all human-killing machines bent on a slithery path of destruction. But that
The 15 Best Things to Do in Lookout Mountain GA/TN
[Updated April 11, 2023] Located at an elevation of 2,388 feet, Lookout Mountain sits on the border between North Georgia and Tennessee. Just a 10-minute
20 Beautiful Birds of Tennessee
There are over 400 species of native birds in Tennessee, with over 100 of them being birds common to Tennessee. In other words, there are
The Tennessee Legend of the Bell Witch Haunting
Whether it’s the haunting blue eyes of the Moon-Eyed People, the mysterious Brown Mountain Lights, the hellish Mothman of Point Pleasant WV, or ubiquitous sightings
Christmas Fun at Rock City Enchanted Garden of Lights
Growing up in North Georgia, you couldn’t drive very far into the Blue Ridge Mountains without seeing the famous “SEE ROCK CITY” signs painted on
20 Ways to Celebrate Christmas in the Smoky Mountains (NC & TN)
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular of all the national parks in the United States. And if you’re looking for unspoiled natural
The 15 Best Great Smoky Mountains Campgrounds to Visit
A guide to the 15 Best Great Smoky Mountains Campgrounds to Visit, with camping options both inside and just outside the national park.
The 15 Best Things to Do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Straddling the boundary of North Carolina and Tennessee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park encompasses over 500,000 acres and is the most visited of all the
What is Bluegrass? The History & Evolution of Appalachian Music
The Appalachian Mountains encompass a massive portion of the United States. They span 420 counties in 13 states, with foothills as far south as Alabama
The Ultimate Ocoee River Rafting Guide
Located in Southeast Tennessee, the Ocoee River is a 93-mile river that flows northwest through the southern Appalachian Mountains. It’s known as the Toccoa River
40 Facts About the History of the Banjo (From Africa to Appalachia)
American folk music, and particularly traditional Appalachian music, would be incomplete without the signature twang of the banjo. Along with the accompaniment of the fiddle, the
Exploring Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park in Lookout Mountain
The battles at Chickamauga and Chattanooga were a major turning point in the Civil War. Winning the Battle of Chattanooga in late November of 1863
30 Fascinating Facts About the Appalachian Mountains for Trivia Buffs
The Appalachian Mountains run north to south in the eastern third of the United States, passing through every coastal state north of Florida and all
Appalachian Folklore, Monsters and Superstitions
Stretching from Alabama and North Georgia to Maine, the Appalachian mountain range was formed millions of years ago before being settled by Native Americans and, later,
The Appalachian Culture & History of the Blue Ridge Mountains
If you’ve lived in the Southeast for a good portion of your life (as our team has), chances are you’ve been exploring Appalachia and the