9 Lakes, Area Events, downtowns, family holidays, Outdoors
Go Classic Holiday – Find your Merry and Bright
The 9 Lakes of East Tennessee provides an abundance of classic holiday activities for outdoor enthusiasts and family fun experiences. With temperatures that can fluctuate between frosty mornings and warming days, the outdoors will beckon you to enjoy all that region offers. This is the perfect time of year to find your inner child and... Read More
Area Events, fall foliage, history, Music
King of the Dobro to be Celebrated
King of the Dobro, Josh Graves will be celebrated at the annual Cherohala Skyway Festival to be held October 26 in Tellico Plains. Each year, the festival features art, food, bluegrass music, and a breathtaking backdrop of the Cherokee National Forest awash in autumn colors. The Skyway is one of the National Scenic Byways, and... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, Music
Ken Burns “Country Music” Documentary Shines a Spotlight on East Tennessee Musicians
The highly anticipated Ken Burns documentary, Country Music premiers Sunday, September 15 on PBS. It is often said that the musical talent came from the “hills and hollers” of Appalachia, and that those skills were honed in church choirs and on front porches. Talk to any old timer in East Tennessee, and they can tell... Read More
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. ... Read More
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.... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, conservation, family holidays, Lakes, Lodging, waterfalls
Spring Break Fun
Spring break is a beautiful time to visit the 9 Lakes. Expect warm days averaging the upper 60’s and lower 70’s which are perfect temperatures for that active outdoor adventure hiking, biking, or exploring a favorite attraction. After the winter season, the region is already bursting with colorful flowers, tree buds, and greening grass. To... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, downtowns, Getaways, Music, OHV, Outdoors
Mountain Music
The heritage of the region is told and preserved through its music. The small towns, hollers, and hills of the 9 Lakes Region produced some of this country’s best known musicians and performers including Dolly Parton, Chet Atkins, and Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong. Their music speaks to the social and political issues of the time... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, fishing, Lakes
Fish Our Tournament Lakes
It is not surprising that avid anglers flock to the 9 Lakes Region to fish. With two of the top bass lakes in the country, and waters that have yielded state records for muskie, black crappie, and brown trout, this region is a “bucket list” destination for fishing in the Southeast. In spring 2019, the... Read More