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trip inspiration

When it comes to writing a song, or planning a trip, some of the best ideas seem to appear out of thin air. Or, from articles and itineraries we’ve already built for you.

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Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. Here are a few trip ideas to help get you going. For better results, sort them by area or category of interest.

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The river is rumbling, tumbling down over the rock, Causing a cool mist to rise,  The steady, thundering roar never stops,  Under the Rock Island sky. Written about the Rock Island State Park in Rock Island, Tennessee.

TN Waterfalls That Are Worth The Hike

TN Waterfalls That Are Worth The Hike

BBQ Places in Memphis

BBQ Places in Memphis
Clop Clop the tiny horses run, The warm breeze blows through their manes, Clop clop it’s time for some fun, A visit to Skyland Ranch, you’ll never be the same. Written about Skyland Ranch in Sevierville, Tennessee.

Family Vacation in the Smokies

Family Vacation in the Smokies
Milky Way over Center Hill Lake in Edgar Evins State Park, TN

15 Stargazing Places

15 Stargazing Places

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies
Ryman Auditorium stage in Nashville, TN

Gospel Music Pathways

Gospel Music Pathways
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
The Rocky Top Wine Trail – Great Smoky Mountains

Rocky Top Wine Trail Wineries Tastings Tours

Rocky Top Wine Trail Wineries Tastings Tours
Chickamauga Lake near Chattanooga

Fish on Chickamauga Lake

Fish on Chickamauga Lake