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Water roars over the cascading falls, The katydids sing in the trees, Secluded cabins cedar paths, A retreat to find some peace. Written about a cabin at Evins Mill Resort and Retreat in Smithville, Tennessee.

Romantic Getaways

A pair of cyclists bike through the Upper Sequatchie Valley.

Perfect Cycling Trip in East Tennessee

Boating on Norris Lake in Tennessee

Tennessee Water Activities

Mother and daughter shop for antiques at Over the Hill Antiques in Readyville, Tennessee

A Spotlight on Cannon County

VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE

Explore These 13 Historic Getaways

Fish on display at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Discover Unique Species at the Tennessee Aquarium

A rendering of Anakeesta's Firefly Experience, a new immersive component of the park coming in 2026 which will replicate the magical glow of the iconic Smokies' synchronous fireflies in Gatlinburg

New Experiences in 2026

Pancakes and Where to Stay in the Smokies

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

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