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Outdoor Leisure

Unique Lodging at Tennessee State Parks You Should Experience

Extend your stay in nature.

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Eat & Drink

Must-Visit Ice Cream Shops in Tennessee

The instant smell of waffle cone and fresh fruit for paletas overtake your senses as you walk up to the counter of these Made in Tennessee icecream shops.

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Frozen waterfall at Fall Creek Falls State Park in Spencer, TN
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Winter Hiking & Camping in Tennessee’s State Parks

Got a little winter cabin fever? Set up camp at one of these Tennessee State Parks.

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Still exploring? Try these popular ideas in and around Chapel Hill.

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Nash Family Creamery

Ice Cream made in small batches with the highest quality ingredients in flavors the whole family will enjoy! We pride ourselves on making great classics!

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Henry Horton State Park Golf Course on the TN Golf Trail

This course measures 5,625 yards from the Forward tees and 7,020 yards from the
Championship tees. This challenging course is heavily treed with hardwoods and
contains 37 bunkers. Although the length may scare some golfers away, the
fairways are ...

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Henry Horton State Park

Henry Horton State Park was constructed in the 1960s on the estate of the former governor of Tennessee, Henry Horton. The park is located on the shores of the historic Duck River, one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. Remnants of a mill and bri

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Lodge at Henry Horton

Plan your family's weekend adventure at Lodge Henry Horton!

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Spend a day exploring Historic Granville

Granville is a step back in time, a time believed lost but one that lives on in this charming, small town.

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Places to Take Dad in Tennessee

However dad decides to spend this Father's Day, make sure he spends it in Tennessee.

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Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
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Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee

With the warm weather comes ample opportunities to embark on a Made in Tennessee adventure.

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Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway
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Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

We can't help but pay homage to Tennessee's own historic byway, the Natchez Trace Parkway.

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Historic Washington County Courthouse in Jonesborough, TN
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Jonesborough: Tennessee's Oldest Town Has a Vibrant Story to Tell

Nicknamed "Tennessee's Oldest Town," Jonesborough was founded in 1779 when Tennessee was still claimed by North Carolina.

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