Tennessee
Find local adventures, unique places to stay, and local adventure tours in iconic destinations like Great Smoky Mountain National Park and across the state. Hiking, backpacking, biking, rafting, and more.
Top Adventures in Tennessee
Hike the Chimney Tops
The Chimney Top's Trail is one of the most visited trails in the Smokies, which is why I recommend going up just before sunset to beat the crowd!During the summer and fall months, it's easy to see a hundred people taking in the view on the same tr...
3.8 miles
1487 ft gain
Hike to Abrams Falls
Abrams Falls is arguably the most scenic waterfall in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.One of the biggest perks of hiking Abrams Falls is the drive to get there. The trailhead is located approximately 5 miles into the scenic Cades Cove Loop. Ca...
Hike to Fall Creek Falls
Fall Creek Falls State Park is sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau. The 20,000-acre park is one of the most scenic parks in the country and is the largest recreation area in the state of Tennessee. It is home to a 256-...
3 miles
715 ft gain
Hike to Cummins Falls
Catch the trailhead down to the falls at the parking lot. The trail quickly approaches the rim of the river gorge to provide hikers with a great bird's eye view of the falls. After snapping a few photos of the falls from above, follow the clearly ...
4 miles
800 ft gain
Hike to Foster Falls
Foster Falls State Park is part of the South Cumberland State Park system. A short 45 minute drive from Chattanooga, Foster Falls boasts a stunning 60 foot waterfall that is worth visiting during any season of the year. The trailhead for this 2 mi...
2 miles
Hike to Mt. LeConte via Alum Cave Bluff
The Alum Cave trailhead is on Newfound Gap Road, 8 miles from the Sugarlands Visitor Center. Mt. LeConte is the third highest peak in the Smokies, and this is an extremely popular hike, so arrive early to get a parking spot and beat the crowds.Sta...
11 miles
3982 ft gain
Hike Charlies Bunion
From the Sugarlands Visitor Center near Gatlinburg, drive approximately 13 miles south on Newfound Gap Road to reach the Newfound Gap Parking Area (it'll be on your left.) The parking area is free and there are bathrooms. Follow the Appalachian Tr...
8.1 miles
1640 ft gain
Hike to Twin Falls, TN
Upon entering Rock Island State Park from the east, the parking area for this trail is located right after the old cotton mill (my friend and I actually ended up getting lost because it is tucked away there quite nicely). The trail that leads to T...
1 miles
Hike to Greeter Falls
An easy, yet extremely beautiful and well marked drive leads to a pretty sizable parking lot at the trailhead. There are multiple trails to hike, depending on how much time you have or how long you want to hike. This particular trail makes for a p...
1.8 miles
250 ft gain
Hike through Virgin Falls State Natural Area
Beginning at the Virgin Falls SNA parking area, the Virgin Falls trail is approximately a 9 mile round trip (excluding any side trails) which will allow you to experience three waterfalls: Big Branch Falls, Big Laurel Falls, and the namesake Virgi...
9 miles
1100 ft gain
Hike to Burgess Falls
If you like waterfalls, this hike is for you. Along the way you'll pass by Falling Water Cascades (20 ft), Little Falls ( 30 ft), Middle Falls (80 ft) and finally the main event, Burgess Falls (136 ft). There are a few spots for swimming so bring ...
1.5 miles
623 ft gain
Explore Ozone Falls
This beautiful, 110-foot waterfall is an easy 15-minute walk from the parking area. Note that the walk down to the falls, although short, is steep and there isn’t a well-marked trail down. It’s more about choosing the path of least resistance. Al...
Nearby camping, hotels, and more
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Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Smoky Mountain Memories W/ 3 Pools – Near Skiing
• TurnKey photo-verifies this home is professionally cleaned with products approved by the EPA for use against COVID-19. •Your escape in the Smokies awaits at Smoky Mountain Memories, a stylishly r...From $155/night
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Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Mountain Echoes Chalet: Hot Tub & Home Theater!
• TurnKey photo-verifies this home is professionally cleaned with products approved by the EPA for use against COVID-19. •Affectionately nicknamed Mountain Echoes Chalet, this 2BR/3BA cabin is the ...From $201/night
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Nashville, Tennessee
Illume | Music City Hideaway | Pool & Gym
•• The pool is currently open! In accordance with Metro Nashville COVID regulations, the pool is operating at a lower than normal capacity. Appropriate social distancing will be enforced. Masks are...From $106/night
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Nashville, Tennessee
Illume | All Suite Corner Unit Overlooking Pool
•• The pool is currently open! In accordance with Metro Nashville COVID regulations, the pool is operating at a lower than normal capacity. Appropriate social distancing will be enforced. Masks are...From $191/night
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Nashville, Tennessee
Hip & Modern Home In West Nashville W/ 2 Bikes
• TurnKey photo-verifies this home is professionally cleaned with products approved by the EPA for use against COVID-19. •This stylish 3BR/2.5BA home is part of a fourplex, and boasts 2,220 square-...From $134/night
