9 Lakes Blog
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July and August East Tennessee Events
July 14, 2025Summer events are a must when you visit the 9 Lakes Region. Play, hike, bike, paddle, splash and swim during the day and then head… -
Red, White, and BOOM- July 4 Fireworks Shows
June 22, 2025July 4 Fireworks displays in the 9 Lakes “And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our… -
Why the Nine Lakes Region is the Perfect Place for a Foodie Adventure
June 19, 2025Hidden between two Appalachian Mountain ranges, the Great Smoky Mountains and the Cumberland Mountains, the Nine Lakes is a region of East Tennessee with a… -
May is National Water Safety Month
May 7, 2025May’s National Water Safety month is the right time to reacquaint yourself with how to play and stay safe on the water. The 9 Lakes… -
Springs Festivals in May and June are Celebrations of Appalachian Spring
May 4, 2025Spring festival season continues to bring the sights, sounds, and tastes of Appalachian Spring. From the traditions of storytelling and sheepshearing to the pungency of… -
Throttle Therapy: Adventure Motorcycling Through Appalachian Beauty
April 20, 2025If you’ve ever found peace in the rumble of an engine, the sweep of a twisty mountain road, and the endless blue of Appalachian skies,… -
Top Tips for a Solo Outdoor Holiday in the US: Nine Lakes Region
April 9, 2025A solo holiday is a brilliant opportunity to explore new horizons while discovering new things about yourself and enjoying some well-deserved you-time. For outdoor enthusiasts,… -
2025 Hot Rod and Car Shows Revving Up
April 9, 2025The spirit of moonshine, roaring engines, and winding roads comes alive on weekends during the spring and summer months. In the 1950s and ’60s, fast… -
Dogwood Spring: Four Weeks of Festivals in the 9 Lakes Region
April 2, 2025When the dogwoods are blooming, the festival season has begun in the 9 Lakes of East TN. Each year, we look forward to spring festival… -
3 Day Bucket List Tour of National Scenic Byways in East Tennessee
March 18, 2025The April 2025 Issue of Rider Magazine featured a 3-day bucket list Great Escape motorcycle tour of 3 East Tennessee National Scenic Byways. Arrival Date:…