HIKES & TRAILS HIKES | DAY TRIPS | CULTURE

CADES COVE | A broad, verdant valley surrounded by mountains, Cades Cove is one of the most popular destinations in the Great Smokies. An 11-mile, one-way loop road circles the cove o ering motorists sightseeing at a leisurely pace. Allow at least two to four hours to tour Cades Cove, longer if you walk some of the area’s trails. Tra c is heavy during the tourist season in summer and fall and on weekends year-round.

Hiking, Driving, Camping, Horseback

HOUSE MOUNTAIN NATURAL AREA | 9601 Hogskin Road, Corryton

Located 30 minutes from downtown Knoxville, House Mountain’s 2,100-foot crest is the highest point in Knox County, but certainly worth the 5.8 miles of moderate trail.

Hiking, Biking, Birdwatching

IJAMS NATURE CENTER | 2915 Island Home Avenue, Knoxville

Located in South Knoxville, the nonprofit Ijams environmental education center o ers ample trails and outdoor activities. Paddle and swim at Mead’s Quarry Lake, hike or bike 12+ miles of trails, and climb the Ijams Crag. Don’t miss natural wonders like The Keyhole and Hayworth Hollow.

Hiking, Biking, Swimming, Ecology, Climbing

GREENEVILLE | The second oldest town in Tennessee, the launching point of President Andrew Johnson’s political career, and the birthplace of Davy Crockett, Greeneville is a destination for history lovers. And, with easy access to Cherokee National Forest and its 600 miles of trails, Greeneville welcomes nature lovers and hikers, too.