Randy and I played mini-golf at The Track in Pigeon Forge on our recent anniversary trip. The Track is a southern chain of Family Fun Parks featuring go-karts plus lots of other rides and games. Mini golf is one of our family's favorite activities. We choose gator...
Here is a list of Middle East Tennessee Festivals and Events for November 2021 that I have all the details for so far. With uncertainty about travel and closings, many things are being planned or at least posted about at the last minute so I'll have more to add as the...
Point Park is a 10-acre Civil War park on top of Lookout Mountain near Chattanooga. This area was a major location during the Civil War where the Battle Above the Clouds took place. It has several things to see including a history museum with lots of posters, a paved...
We recently had a chance to visit the Cades Cove Museum in Maryville. Randy and I didn't know this museum existed until after we started Travel East Tennessee. Main Points History MuseumArtifacts from areaInformative volunteersSmall gift shop Date visited – 10/7/21...
One of the interesting things about Dollywood is they have different events, decorations, and food for each season. Dollywood's Harvest Festival is one of my favorites. They have lots of crafters showing off their skills and you can purchase their products if you...
Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium is a 3650-acre nature preserve in Kingsport. It's the largest city-owned park in Tennessee and features a 44-acre lake, 40 miles of hiking trails, a nature preserve with animal habitats, and lots more. They have lots of events so...
East Tennessee's fall foliage is a beautiful site to see. With over 100 species of native trees and a large range of elevation, it's an over month-long natural show for all of us who live here and a sight worth making the trip for if you don't. When to See East...
Ponds and Plants is a small nature attraction in Dayton. It's a little bit of a lot of things including a botanical garden, zoo, wildlife refuge, pet store, sculpture garden, and a playground. Even though it's a small park, there's actually a lot to see. Basic...
Ozone Falls is a 110-foot waterfall near Crossville. It's called “Ozone” because of the air quality that's created by the mist from the waterfall. It has lots of trails in various difficulties, and every one of them is picturesque with lots of trees and...
Ruby Falls is part of a series of cascading waterfalls deep inside a cave within Lookout Mountain. The waterfall that we see inside the cave is a 70' waterfall at the very end of the cave. Although it's mostly known for this waterfall, and it is impressive, I found...
Dollywood is the largest theme park in East Tennessee and one of the most popular attractions near the Smoky Mountains. We've gone many times and often get the season pass. Until recently, it had been a while since we'd gone. We bought season passes in 2019 for the...
Bald River Falls is a popular attraction 20 minutes from Tellico Plains. We've visited many times and I enjoy it every time. Getting to the top of the falls is a small hike and the path is not wheelchair or stroller friendly but everyone can enjoy the view at the...
We live in east Tennessee where we love to travel, take plenty of photos, try out restaurants, and share our experience with others.