9 Lakes, Area Events, history, National Parks, Outdoors
Sky High Adventures
August is adventure month in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. As the summer season begins to wind down, Mother Nature provides visitors with warm days and cooler evenings. August skies in the 9 Lakes always seem to be bluer and the sunsets are more dramatic, making it the perfect month for “sky high” adventures.
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9 Lakes, fishing, Getaways, Lakes, Outdoors
Lazy Summer Days Fishing
Lazy summer days spent fishing are a great way to unwind and disconnect from overly busy lives. The simplicity of water, a fishing pole, and waiting on that tug creates a peaceful retreat from other world distractions. The region’s lakes and rivers are well known for the quality of fishing, so grab your gear and
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Area Events, family holidays, Lakes, Music
Fireworks and July 4th Fun in the 9 Lakes
There is no shortage of fun events during the July 4th week in the 9 Lakes. Celebrate the holiday by joining in on one of the many events being held across the region. Picnics, parades, live music concerts, and of course, fireworks are all fun ways to make lasting memories with your family and friends.
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9 Lakes, Area Events, Trails
Event Volunteers Needed for the USA Cycling Road Championships
Volunteers are needed the last week in June to help with the USA Cycling Road National Championships. Join in the fun by volunteering to assist on the course. This marks the 3rd year that the Championships are being held in Oak Ridge and Knoxville. Let’s show the world the Volunteer State in action! When: June
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9 Lakes, Getaways, Lakes, National Parks, Outdoors, Trails
See Where Our Trails will Take You- National Trails Day 2019
As early as the 1500’s, people were exploring the area, either by foot or on the waterways that connect the larger region. In the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee, there are many types of trails, ranging from national historic trails to local community greenways. Trails are a way for people to engage with the region
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9 Lakes, downtowns, driving trails, history, Lakes, National Parks
Day-tripping- One National Park, Two Lakes and Three Historic Towns.
The 9 Lakes of East Tennessee offers up some wonderful day trips for travelers who want to experience more. The region is not only easily drivable, but most of the parks, lakes, and downtowns are linked together by scenic roads that will make you want to grab your camera for a photo. Most day trips
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9 Lakes, Agritourism, B&B, Cabins, driving trails, Getaways, Houseboats, Lakes, Lodging, OHV, Trails, Wine
Vacation Planning 101 in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee
Did you know that the 9 Lakes is home to some of the best lakes, cycling, paddling, hiking, and camping in Tennessee? Only a short drive from metro Chicago, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Atlanta, and Pittsburgh, the region is ideal for a long weekend or week-long destination vacation. Things to consider: Affordability- With so many lodging choices,
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9 Lakes, conservation, Lakes
Earth Day 2019 in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee
While Earth Day is traditionally celebrated with events that promote actions to care for the planet, the commitment to public lands in the 9 Lakes is marked year round. Across the region, communities, businesses, and non-profit volunteers take to the trails, lakes, and rivers to improve wildlife habitats and remove debris from trails and shorelines.
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9 Lakes, Area Events, Trails
Destination Biking
The 9 Lakes Region is a biking destination for road biking novices to mountain gravity cyclists. Pedaling through the region is a great way to explore the countryside and scenic overlooks. For the cycling adventurist, the challenging terrain of the rugged mountain trails draw riders from around the country, as do the many competitions scheduled
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9 Lakes, driving trails
Classic Cars and Cruise-ins
When the warm weather arrives in the 9 Lakes Region, the landscape becomes alive with beautiful spring flowers, outdoor events, and day trippers enjoying scenic drives. A sure bet in the region are classic cars displayed at multiple cruise- ins and events, attracting antique car enthusiasts to share stories and swap parts. While you are
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