Outdoor ice rinks are few and far between here in Tennessee. It doesn’t get chilly enough down here in the south to freeze our lakes or ponds, or even to ice our rivers. A couple of folks down in Chattanooga got creative and dreamt up Ice on the Landing, a family-friendly and man-made ice rink located in the historic heart of Tennessee’s southern city. If you haven’t been, it’s worth a magical holiday visit. It’s one of the best places to go ice skating in Tennessee.

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Winter In Tennessee

What is winter like in Tennessee?

This is what winter is like in Tennessee:

  • Low temperatures reach 31-39°F in the winter, and highs range from 48-56°F.
  • Snowfall rarely exceeds two inches and reaches its peak in January in the cities and up to 60 inches annually in the mountains.
  • Rainfall fluctuates from 3.6 to 4.6 inches during the winter.
  • The winter cold season lasts for three months, from November 28 to February 26, with January being the coldest month.

To see what winter is like in Tennessee this year, take a look at the Farmers’ Almanac predictions for the 2022-2023 winter season. 

What are the best places to visit in Tennessee during the winter?

These are the best places to visit in Tennessee during the winter:

  • Downtown Nashville - Locals enjoy the First Saturday Art Crawl, see up-and-coming bands at the Bluebird Cafe, and larger acts at the Grand Ole Opry or the Ryman Auditorium. There are also several ice skating rinks available.
  • Gatlinburg - Residents of this town enjoy going to Fort Fun for miniature golf, laser tag, bumper cars, and more. Ober Gatlinburg is a ski resort with ski runs for every level of expertise. A local favorite is Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas.
  • Graceland - This town is known for its Christmas at Graceland even with a lights display, a life-size Nativity scene, and to visit with Santa. 

Here are 10 more of the best places to visit in Tennessee during the winter

What are the best winter camping spots in Tennessee?

These are the best winter camping spots in Tennessee:

  • Rock Island State Park - This park offers several cabins for winter stays and there are several camping spots with views of waterfalls and wooded scenery.
  • Cades Cove - Located in the Smoky Mountains, this is one of the few campgrounds open during the winter months and campsites are mostly empty, providing stellar views of the surrounding mountains and meadows.
  • Roan Mountain State Park - Located on the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, this Appalachian camping spot at an elevation of 6,285 feet is known for its beautiful scenery.

Here are seven winter hikes that are near some of the best winter camping spots in Tennessee