Less than one hour from Knoxville, there’s something for everyone at Panther Creek State Park. The 1,435-acre park is located on the Cherokee Reservoir in the historic Holston River Valley. Legend …
Get Out & Play: No reservations needed
No reservations? No problem. Take your sweetheart for a hand-in-hand stroll and snuggle up on one of these three idyllic seats around town.
Concord Park: Your bench overlooking the still lake awaits …
Get Out & Play: Secret City adventures
A well-kept secret located in the Secret City itself, the 3,000-acre Black Oak Ridge Conservation Easement (BORCE) offers outdoor adventurers approximately 15 miles of hiking, running, birding and cycling trails. …
Get Out & Play: Spectacular winter playground
East Tennessee is blessed with the gift of geography, and there is no better proof than the Obed Wild and Scenic River. Just 45 minutes from Knoxville, the Obed stretches …
Get Out & Play: New Harvest Park
If you miss the fresh produce and artisan products available at local farmers markets, you are in luck as New Harvest Park Farmers Market will host five winter markets inside …
Get Out & Play: Winter tips for staying active
Don’t let the cold weather keep you indoors this winter. Add a few layers of clothing to keep Jack Frost from nipping at your toes, and then head outdoors for …
Get Out & Play: Tis the season for jolly outdoor fun
Tis the season to deck out in bells, twinkling lights and yes, even ugly holiday sweaters. Knoxville has plenty of holiday-themed activities for families and friends to enjoy. Several of …
Gobble Wobble – After Thanksgiving hikes
Skip the crowds on Black Friday and #optoutside for a family-friendly hike at one of our 56 Tennessee state parks. Eight of those parks are within an hour’s driving time …