Dip your toes into Northeast Tennessee starting with some downtown urban exploration. Johnson City is seeing its’ own art renaissance explode all over town in the form of wall murals and sculptures. Here’s a sneak peek of our favorite murals to take a stroll by with the family for some one-of-a-kind photo ops, history, and […]
Kingsport, Tenn., is known for recreation like hiking at Bays Mountain Park or mountain biking and disc golfing at Warrior’s Path State Park. The downtown area offers fun day trip activities like wandering through local art galleries and testing out craft breweries like Bays Mountain Brewing Company. After a good day exploring around town, here […]
When you grow up in Northeast Tennessee, it seems like everyone goes camping almost year round. It’s advertised as an event for the whole family to discover some magical camping secret. I am 21-years-old, and I have never gone camping. I don’t like being hot, and if I was going to spend time outdoors, I […]
The local cuisine found exclusively in Johnson City, Tennessee, is like a fun treasure hunt for both visitors and locals. Just when you think you have tried all the best spots, you will be surprised by a new food truck who cooks the world’s most mouth watering phillies or a hole-in-the wall taco joint serving […]
Bristol is built on sound: engines revving, fiddles singing and the silent peace of the outdoors. The downtown buzzes with live music and the outdoors quietly await just beyond. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains and surrounded by scenic South Holston Lake and the Holston River sits Bristol—The Birthplace of Country Music and home of the “World’s Fastest Half Mile”—Bristol Motor Speedway. […]
The The Tweetsie Trail covers low forests, passes over creeks and bridges, and visits rock formations while carrying you from one charming southern to another. We’ve highlighted things you shouldn’t miss along the way. […]
Take a hike on the trails, camp in a state park, visit a historic landmark, chow down on delicious eats, sample some craft brews, and listen to mountain music. We’ve put together a few trip ideas with less crowds and safe places – all within driving distance. There are currently no travel restrictions in Tennessee. […]
Northeast Tennessee is ready to welcome back race fans to Bristol Motor Speedway with a few of its own all-star favorites when it comes to chowing down on local eats, spending time with family, and taking on the outdoors. Known to host one of the most popular tracks on the circuit, Northeast Tennessee also […]
See how locals, Kate and Katelyn, spend the day in search of new ways to enjoy the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee. […]
Northeast Tennessee is no stranger to unique stores, restaurants and cafes. Johnson City is evolving as a college town and we’ve handpicked three local baristas that are among East Tennessee State University’s student favorites, all while taking sustainability and healthy eating seriously. Java Juice House Java Juice House was founded in 2017 and is deemed […]
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Johnson City, TN 37601
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