The 23-Mile Scenic Drive In Tennessee You Will Want To Take As Soon As You Can
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Meghan Kraft
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If you’ve lived in Tennessee for any length of time, then you know that this gorgeous state is chock full of beautiful drives and stunning vistas. It’s here in the Volunteer State that you’ll find the majesty of the Mississippi and the craggy beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, where you’ll stumble across rolling hills and stunning stretch of the Cumberland Plateau. This 23-mile drive is located on the eastern side of the state, and it’s one of our favorites. Have you been on the Cherohala Skyway yet?
The drive down Tennessee's Cherohala Skyway is consistently ranked as one of the best scenic drives in the state, some say even in the country.
You can make a loop beginning and ending in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, that runs twenty-three miles through Tennessee's craggy heartland to the east.
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Although it's stunning to drive during any season, we'd highly recommend you make the trip during the autumn season. The drive is full of stunning natural vistas and mountain views - you may even come across the occasional hidden lake!
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Make sure to stop at the Cherohala Skyway Visitors Center in Tellico Plains before you begin your drive, so you can learn all about the history of the area.
Looking to stop for a hot second? Make a pit stop at Indian Boundary Lake where you can go fishing or perhaps kayak on the Ocoee River.
With views like this, there's really no reason to wait. Autumn is still at large, and you may get to see the prettiest sights in the state.
We'll see you on the road, friends. If you have a favorite scenic route in Tennessee as well, make sure to leave your thoughts in the comments!
Here’s a little bit more about Tellico Plains, since you’ll be headed there on your drive. Have fun!
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