9 Lakes, family holidays, National Parks, Outdoors, Trails
Make a New Year’s Resolution to Get Out and Play!
Get out and play on New Year’s Day at one of these healthy and fun planned activities that will get you off the couch and start your year off with good health. New traditions and new resolutions are waiting: Bike: Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is hosting their annual Mail Run mountain... 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, 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... Read More
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, paddling, hiking, and camping in Tennessee? Only a short drive from metro Chicago, Cincinnati, DC, Atlanta, and Richmond (VA), the region is ideal for a long weekend or week-long destination vacation. Things to consider: Affordability- With so many lodging choices,... 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, downtowns, family holidays, Lakes, National Parks, Outdoors, Trails, Wine
9 Days of Holiday Season Activities
The 9 Lakes of East Tennessee provides an abundance of holiday activities in the winter season 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: December 18- Stroll Main Street and shop local. Explore antiques,... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, fall foliage, Getaways, National Parks, OHV, Trail Run, Trails
Fall Foliage Colors Display
The 9 Lakes of East Tennessee region is known for its beauty and the fall is no exception. The abundance and variety of hardwood creates a palette of colors against the blues of the sky and lakes. The number of recreational activities is a draw for families and visitors seeking a weekend getaways to enjoy... Read More
9 Lakes, Outdoors, Stargazing, Trails
Starry, Starry, Night
While the 9 Lakes Region is well known for its gorgeous scenery of sparkling lakes and wooded mountains, beauty is also found in the night when the reds and pinks of sunset fade, and the velvety black of night creeps across the sky. This is the right time to begin looking up at the sky... Read More
9 Lakes, Lakes, Outdoors, Trails
Celebrating 85 Years of Service- TVA- Dams, Lakes, and Trails
The future of the Tennessee River Valley was signed into law on May 18, 1933 by Franklin Delano Roosevelt. With that pen stroke, change was coming to this region known today as the 9 Lakes. The plan for the purpose and mission of the TVA was set forth as one of the many New Deal... Read More