Local restaurants and diners scatter the hills of Hampton and Roan Mountain, like the authentic Thai restaurant lingering in the valley and the wood fired pizza joint hidden near the state border. These mountains have no shortage of hiking and biking trails, along with lakes and rivers for water sport enthusiasts. Meandering through these hills, […]
Follow along with outdoorsman and writer Johnny Molloy as he treks through the mountains of Northeast Tennessee. The Appalachian Trail covers a variety of terrain ranging from towering mountains to lowland streams and some of the best panoramic views in Northeast Tennessee for a memorable 220 miles. In fact, the shelter along Roan High Knob sits at […]
While much of the country has had to pause operations at some point in 2020, construction on the James C. and Mary B. Martin Center for the Arts on State of Franklin Road was able to continue with only a few COVID-19-related delays. On top of that, the 93,000-square-foot Martin Center for the Arts was […]
During these times, outdoor recreation has seen an influx of folks who aren’t recreating responsibly. Overcrowding in areas like Laurel Falls of the Cherokee National Forest, Dolly Sods in West Virginia, and Max Patch along the Appalachian Trail has contributed to an increase in pollution and trail erosion. Follow along as we feature local leaders […]
Take a stroll through Downtown Jonesborough and pickup delicious chocolate treats in celebration of Jonesborough’s Chocolate Fest. […]
Let’s face it, looking forward to your summer vacation while it’s still the middle of winter feels a lot like looking for the finish line in a marathon. You know you’ll get there sooner or later, but at the moment it seems impossibly far away. Luckily, Northeast Tennessee has a huge variety of attractions that […]
Escaping the crowds on scenic backroads and hiking through a remote valley in the Cherokee National Forest will lead you a double decker waterfall that even the locals don’t know about, located deep in the mountains of Northeast Tennessee. […]
This southern town, located near the Nolichucky River, is the perfect hub for all of your traveling adventures. The growing downtown area features a brewery, local outdoor gear shop, and plenty of great places to grab a bite to eat. […]
Max Patch is among the most memorable spots on the Appalachian Trail. The highland meadow shared by Tennessee and North Carolina is one of those majestic landmarks that people speak in hushed, almost reverential tones. However, Max Patch is more than just distant panoramas. […]
In 1780, the Overmountain Men trekked through the mountains of North Carolina, Virginia, and what later became known as Tennessee to take on the British. Today, you can still trace part of their route as part of the Overmountain Victory Trail. […]
Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association
3211 North Roan Street
Johnson City, TN 37601
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