Get lost in a corn maze; pick out a pumpkin in the patch; enjoy a bonfire; or get your adrenaline running with a good fright. East Tennessee farms go all out for the fall season meaning you might have to make a choice even more difficult than deciding which candy to eat first after trick-or-treating….
Saying goodbye to summer means welcoming the beautiful colors of fall. Autumn is traditionally a time to hunt and gather the bounty of the land. Hunters are “in the woods,” while gatherers are harvesting the bounty of apples, pears, and nuts that hang heavy on the trees ready to be picked. Others are awaiting the resplendent…
The wave of autumn colors is the backdrop for lots of fun autumn activities. If you are yearning to be on the water, the lakes and days are still warm enough to go paddling or for a fall foliage cruise. Some of the prettiest paddle routes are along the Powell River Blueway on Norris Lake…
The end of summer can be bittersweet, but here in the 9 Lakes Region the fun hasn’t ended. Colorful fairs and festivals keep the summer fun going. Top of mind for many visitors is asking us about what events are happening when they are “in town.” Summer doesn’t officially end until September 22, so let’s…
Summer events are a must when you visit the 9 Lakes Region. Play, hike, bike, paddle, splash and swim during the day and then head to an event for the evening when the heat of the day is done. Along with live weekend music and fun times at your favorite marinas, the July and August…
May’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 Region is a popular family destination for boating, swimming, kayaking, wakeboarding, fishing and house boating. Summer can be lots of fun on the water, but protect yourself and your loved…
If 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, then the Cherokee National Forest’s Tellico/Ocoee District in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, might just be your kind of paradise. Tucked away in the stunning 9 Lakes Region, Tellico Plains is a…
A 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, the Nine Lakes Region in America is a treasure trove of panoramic vistas, endless breathtaking landscapes and exciting experiences. Stretching from the Cumberland Mountains to the Great Smoky Mountains National…
The spirit of moonshine, roaring engines, and winding roads comes alive on weekends during the spring and summer months. In the 1950s and ’60s, fast cars were essential for hauling illegal moonshine out of the mountains and hollows of East Tennessee to eager customers. The Prohibition era of the 1920s crushed a once-thriving legal industry,…
When the dogwoods are blooming, the festival season has begun in the 9 Lakes of East TN. Each year, we look forward to spring festival season for the variety of events that are offered in the region. Some of these events support art and cultural events. Some celebrate the roots of the reason. Many are…
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