United States

Tennessee destinations

National parks, outdoor regions and road trip bases in Tennessee, each with airports, rentals and a day-by-day plan.

Destinations

Big South Fork National River

Big South Fork National River

Discover sandstone arches and river gorges in Tennessee's rugged wilderness.

April – May, September – NovemberSee the plan
Chattanooga

Chattanooga

Sandstone cliffs, wooded ridges, and the Tennessee River frame an adventure-ready mountain city.

March – May, September – NovemberSee the plan
Cherokee National Forest

Cherokee National Forest

Explore Appalachian ridgelines, forest campgrounds, and rushing rivers in Tennessee's mountain country.

April – OctoberSee the plan
Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg

Pair misty Smoky Mountain trails with family-friendly fun in a lively mountain gateway.

April – May, September – OctoberSee the plan
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Misty ridgelines, forest waterfalls, and historic mountain valleys span the Tennessee–North Carolina border.

April – May, September – OctoberSee the plan
Memphis

Memphis

The legendary home of the blues, soul, and rock 'n' roll along the mighty Mississippi River.

April – June, September – OctoberSee the plan
Nashville

Nashville

The vibrant capital of country music surrounded by rolling hills and expansive Tennessee waterways.

April – June, September – OctoberSee the plan
Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge

The neon gateway to the Smokies, packed with family thrills and mountain charm.

June – August, September – OctoberSee the plan
Reelfoot Lake

Reelfoot Lake

A hauntingly beautiful cypress forest created by an earthquake along the Mississippi River.

October – December, March – MaySee the plan
Townsend

Townsend

The Peaceful Side of the Smokies, offering quiet mountain access and riverside relaxation.

April – June, September – OctoberSee the plan