Tennessee's beauty goes unmatched here in the United States. It's known for its craggy mountains and stunning cave systems beneath the surface. The Volunteer State is famed for the loamy loop of the Mississippi River to the east, and the stunning city of Chattanooga to the south. You can climb mountains and explore caves and walk along rivers from one side of the state to the next. If you're looking for a staggeringly beautiful place to visit this year, then you just might want to bookmark one of these fabulous places. They're always waiting for you, friends!
11. Cades Cove
Cades Cove can be found tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains, and its known for its historic role in the settling of Tennessee and its beautiful isolation. Visit for long, wildflower-studded nature walks and a tour through preserved homesteads.
10. Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is known around the world for its breathtaking beauty. It's a great place for hiking, camping, and exploring the entire year 'round.
9. Big South Fork National Recreation Area
Big South Fork is a great place for camping, with opportunities for nature newbies and advanced adventurers. There are five different campgrounds with all sorts of great views, and the sandstone bluffs and natural rock formations are truly jaw dropping. One visit to Big South Fork simply isn't enough.
8. Chattanooga
Chattanooga is Tennessee's highly beautiful city to the south. It's cheekily referred to as, "The Scenic City," and is both a college town and a natural hideaway. A large majority of the city stretches out along the Tennessee River, which adds an element of water-centric inspiration to passersby.
7. Burgess Falls State Park
Burgess Falls offers incredible views of some of Tennessee's most beautiful, gushing waterfalls. It's a great place to visit if you're looking for a myriad of trails to hike, with something for the most advanced hiker and even beginners.
6. Rock City
Rock City is shared by Tennessee and Georgia, and is located right outside of downtown Chattanooga. You may have seen the famous barns throughout Middle Tennessee with, "Visit Rock City!" emblazoned on their roofs. Here, you'll find a 100-foot underground waterfall and the chance to see six states from the view off of Lover's Leap.
5. Savage Gulf State Natural Area
Savage Gulf is made up of 15,590 acres that play host to fields of wildflowers, sandstone cliffs and stunning, craggy rock features. Hike to one of the many waterfalls, or make your way up the Stone Door Trail.
4. Greeter Falls
Greeter Falls Loop is located in South Cumberland State Park, and its accessible by a 1.1-mile loop. It's great for all skill levels, though it's most recommended from March until October. It's also a prime spot to bring Fido!
3. Signal Point
Make sure to hike Signal Point Trail by way of Signal Point Park if you're looking for one of the most awe-inspiring views in Tennessee. The trail is roughly 5.1 miles, and is mainly used for hiking and easy nature walks. The trail itself is rated as moderate, and is accessible all year-round.
2. Cane Creek Cascades
Cane Creek Cascades can be found in Fall Creek Falls State Park, and boasts a 45-foot cascade just above Cane Creek Falls. It can only be accessed by a hiking trail, which itself is not highly difficult. The Cascades are most impressive in the late spring, although you can visit the entire year.
1. Fall Creek Falls State Park
Fall Creek Falls State Park is the most visited state park in Tennessee, and it boasts more than 29,800 acres perfect for camping, hiking, and boating. Fall Creek Falls itself comes in at 256-feet high, and it's one of the highest waterfalls on the eastern side of the United States.
If you're looking for a few more beautiful places in Tennessee, you can find some incredible recommendations right here.
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