"The Great Outdoors" is an accurate description of Northeast Tennessee. From Roan Mountain's spectacular Rhododendron Gardens to lakes, streams, trails, state
parks, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, there's something for every type of outdoor enthusiast. And the
Appalachian Trail -
following the ridgelines of the North Carolina/Tennessee border offers countless opportunites for the day hiker, camper, or backpacker to enjoy vistas, wildlife, wildflowers and more amongst old growth forests. National
Forests and designated wilderness areas feature even more in rugged yet accessible lands. And whether taken in on a joy ride or a hike in quiet woods, the beauty of the fall colors has been an attraction for
generations.