Get outside and enjoy the beauty of East Tennessee. From easy trails and peaceful parks to waterfalls, mountain overlooks, and favorite places to explore, there’s always somewhere new to discover.
Places to explore
Trails • Family friendly • Wildlife
Ijams Nature Center
Scenic • Wildlife • Hiking
Cades Cove
Hiking • Waterfalls • Scenic
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Waterfall • Hiking • Adventure
Abrams Falls
Waterfall • Family friendly • Hiking
Laurel Falls
Scenic • Hiking • History
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Trails • Wildlife • Peaceful
Seven Islands State Birding Park
Hiking • Family friendly • Views
Mead’s Quarry Lake
Hiking • Mountain views • Adventure
House Mountain
Hiking • Lake • Family friendly
Panther Creek State Park
Want to Make an Adventure Out of It?
These are some of our favorite places to explore, but sometimes you want to do more than just take in the view. If you’re looking for an adventure while you’re here, we’ve gathered a few experiences worth checking out.
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Keep Exploring
Sometimes the best adventures are the simple ones. Pick a trail, chase a waterfall, pack a picnic, and see where the day takes you.
