Tennessee’s Most Unusual Lake Was Created by a Violent Earthquake
Tennessee has no shortage of places with a good story attached to them, but Reelfoot Lake is playing a completely different game. This is not…
By Amna · Apr 13, 2026
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We love getting outside and adventuring in our backyard! Here are our outdoorsy guides for the best Tennessee hikes, waterfalls, trails, & more.
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10 Tennessee Swimming Holes That Are Cooler Than Any Pool
Tennessee does not mess around when it comes to places to cool off. Sure, you can spend a…
By Amna · Apr 12
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13 Easy Spring Hikes in Tennessee That Come With Gorgeous Views
Spring is when Tennessee really starts showing off. Waterfalls run harder, wildflowers wake up, trees turn that electric…
By Amna · Apr 12
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10 Tennessee State Parks That Deserve More Love Than They Get
Tennessee has a few state parks that seem to get all the glory, and sure, they’ve earned their…
By Amna · Apr 11
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One of Tennessee’s Most Incredible Sights Is a Waterfall Buried Inside a Mountain
Tennessee has no shortage of pretty places, but Ruby Falls pulls off something most attractions can’t. It hides…
By Amna · Apr 11
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12 Tennessee Campgrounds That Show Camping Doesn’t Have to Be Uncomfortable
Camping in Tennessee has a funny reputation problem. Some people hear the word and immediately picture damp sleeping…
By Amna · Apr 11
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12 Tennessee Forests That Feel Like the Last Untouched Places
There are places in Tennessee where the road narrows, the cell signal fades, and the woods suddenly feel…
By Amna · Apr 9
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This Tennessee Arboretum Has 2,500 Plant Species and More Than 7 Miles of Scenic Trails
Tucked away in Oak Ridge, the University of Tennessee Arboretum is one of those rare places where you…
By Amna · Apr 9
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This Tennessee Animal Sanctuary Makes the Perfect April Day Trip
Some Tennessee day trips are all about squeezing in as much as possible before heading home tired, sunburned,…
By Amna · Apr 8
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Tennessee’s Newest State Park Is a Hidden Outdoor Escape You’ll Want to See
Tennessee has quietly added another beautiful destination to its collection of outdoor spaces, and it’s the kind of…
By Amna · Apr 6
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10 Tennessee Hikes That Are Pure Magic From April to Early June
Spring in Tennessee turns the trails into something extraordinary. Between April and early June, waterfalls run at full…
By Amna · Apr 6
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This Free Tennessee Park Is Where Three Rivers Crash Into One Stunning Gorge
Rock Island State Park sits at one of Tennessee’s most dramatic natural intersections, where the Caney Fork, Collins,…
By Amna · Apr 6
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13 Tennessee State Parks With Scenic Walks, Lake Views, and Waterfalls to Explore
Tennessee’s state parks pack some serious outdoor punch. From thundering waterfalls that’ll make your jaw drop to quiet…
By Amna · Apr 5
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12 Tennessee Campgrounds So Secluded They Feel Like Hidden Escapes
Tennessee is packed with campgrounds, but most people end up at the same crowded spots where finding a…
By Amna · Apr 5
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8 Undiscovered Rivers in Tennessee You’ll Want to Explore ASAP
Tennessee’s rivers deserve a lot more attention than they usually get. While places like the Ocoee tend to…
By Amna · Apr 4
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11 Tennessee Waterfalls That Are Practically Steps From the Parking Lot
Not every Tennessee waterfall requires a strenuous hike through rugged terrain. Some of the state’s most stunning cascades…
By Irma · Apr 2
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Set Between Two Rivers, This Tennessee State Park Overflows With Wildflowers And Waterfalls
Tucked away in Manchester, Tennessee, Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park sits at the meeting point of the…
By Amna · Apr 1
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13 Peaceful Tennessee Spots to Experience Nature (No Crowds, No Stress)
Tennessee is famous for its music and mountains, but some of the best outdoor spots here fly under…
By Irma · Mar 31
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10 Tennessee State Parks So Stunning, You’ll Swear They’re National Parks
Tennessee hides some serious landscape superstars within its state park system. While the Smokies get most of the…
By Irma · Mar 31
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This Tennessee Lake Is So Clear, You Can See Your Feet While Swimming
Dale Hollow Lake sits tucked along the Tennessee-Kentucky border, offering some of the clearest water you’ll find anywhere…
By Amna · Mar 31
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Tennessee’s 8 Longest (and Most Breathtaking) Trails to Explore in 2026
Tennessee is home to some of America’s most stunning long-distance hiking trails, where rugged mountains meet sweeping valleys…
By Amna · Mar 30
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Tennessee’s Most Fascinating State Park Is Easy to Miss, but Impossible to Forget
Tucked away on the Cumberland Plateau in northern Tennessee, Pickett CCC Memorial State Park is a place most…
By Amna · Mar 30
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The Striking Colors of This Tennessee Lake Will Leave You Speechless
Nestled in the Cherokee National Forest along the Tennessee-North Carolina border, Watauga Lake is the kind of place…
By Irma · Mar 30
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Tennessee’s Most Beautiful Urban Oasis Is Right Here in Memphis and It’s Massive
Memphis has never had trouble showing off. This is a city of big flavors, big music, big personality.…
By Amna · Mar 28
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Most People Don’t Know About This Hidden Waterfall Just Outside Nashville—And It’s Worth the Drive
Just over an hour east of Nashville, there’s a breathtaking 75-foot waterfall that still feels like a discovery.…
By Irma · Mar 26
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8 Tennessee Lakes That Are Especially Beautiful in the Spring
Spring is a beautiful time to see Tennessee’s lakes at their best. As the weather warms up and…
By Irma · Mar 26
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10 Tennessee Nature Spots That Are Perfect for Easter Weekend and Don’t Need a Reservation
Easter weekend is a great time to get outside and enjoy Tennessee with your family. The flowers are…
By Irma · Mar 26
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These 7 Underrated Tennessee Hikes Are Too Beautiful to Stay Secret
Tennessee is home to some truly beautiful hiking trails that still fly under the radar. While popular spots…
By Amna · Mar 25
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Tennessee’s Turtles Will Be Soaking Up the Sun Soon—Here Are 6 Places to See Them
Spring is around the corner, and Tennessee’s turtles are getting ready to emerge from their winter hiding spots.…
By Amna · Mar 22
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8 Hidden Fishing Spots in Tennessee Where You’ll Find Peaceful Shores and Scenic Campsites
Tennessee offers some of the most beautiful and underrated fishing destinations in the Southeast. While many anglers flock…
By Irma · Mar 21