The Unique Day Trip To Port Royal State Park In Tennessee Is A Must-Do
By Ben Jones|Published November 30, 2021
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
There is a small, picturesque park in the Volunteer State with a long, important and fascinating history that’s well-worth a closer look. Port Royal State Historic Park in Tennessee is the site of an early American settlement, and it’s actually the site of a dark chapter in Native American history. There’s a lot to uncover in this little park, and it’s a unique day trip destination that’s just waiting to be experienced. Here’s what you need to know about Port Royal State Historic Park.
While the park isn’t a place for long hikes, it has some nice walking paths that will take you past the park’s important areas. See a map here. There’s a pleasant picnic area, so you may want to pack a lunch for your day trip. For more Tennessee day trip inspiration, check out these 11 incredible natural attractions that everyone should visit.
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