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Nine Lakes of East Tennessee Nine lakes, mountains, scenic trails, and outdoor adventures all make for a great East Tennessee vacation.

The 9 Lakes of East Tennessee region is the home of 16 counties that offer excitement around every curvy road and trail. Fishing, AVT'ing, hiking, golf, water sports, history, shopping and eating are available in abundance in this diverse region.

While the 9 Lakes are great reasons to visit the region, we also have 5 National Park sites to explore! These offer a g...
06/01/2025

While the 9 Lakes are great reasons to visit the region, we also have 5 National Park sites to explore! These offer a great mix of nature and history along with places to relax and unwind.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the largest NPS site in the region and the most visited in the country. But don't worry, there are plenty of places to avoid the crowds like the Cosby Access area and Greenbrier. There's also bicycle only times to enjoy the splendor of Cades Cove.

The Manhattan Project National Historic Park in Oak Ridge is a unique collection of sites that help tell the story of the role the "Secret City" played in the development of the atomic bomb.



Cumberland Gap National Historic Park lies along the East Tennessee Crossing Byway: Tennessee's Wilderness Road . The pass through the Cumberland Mountains led thousands of people into America's Western Frontier.

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area features places like the Gentlemen's Swimming Hole near Historic Rugby as well as natural bridges, waterfalls, and a stunning river gorge.

Obed Wild and Scenic River showcases a deep river gorge, is a haven for rock climbers and river sports.

In keeping with its ascending reputation as a premier cycling destination, the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee gained a new cy...
03/01/2025

In keeping with its ascending reputation as a premier cycling destination, the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee gained a new cycling venue in late 2024. The Grit’n Bank It, bike skills area at Aspire Park in Clinton brings cycling challenges for all skill levels. In addition to the skills area, the park offers 22 miles of hiking and biking trails.

Learn more about cycling in the 9 Lakes region and cycling events for 2025 at:
https://www.easttnvacations.com/blog/east-tennessee-cycling-events-calendar-2025/



📸 9 Lakes East TN and Morgan Lunceford

01/01/2025

As we begin 2025, we wish you happiness in the year ahead and hope that happiness includes some time in the 9 Lakes region of East Tennessee. Happy New Year!

30/12/2024

We have some answers to that age old quesiton, "What are you doing New Year's Eve?"

Gatlinburg - One of the country's biggest NYE celebrations happens in this gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains national Park. This FREE event features live music, drones, a ball drop at the iconic Space Needle and a fireworks finale.
Make the event part of a vacation. Book a cabin at http://visitmysmokies.com .

Knoxville - Live music, food trucks and a ball drop from the iconic Sunsphere highlight New Year's Eve festivities at World's Fair Park. While you're downtown check out the lights at Market Square and Krutch Park and go ice skating.

Townsend - Enjoy New Year's Eve on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies at the Dancing Bear Bistro where you can have a modern Appalachian meal paired with curated wines and cocktails as you countdown the hours until 2025.

Oak Ridge - The "Secret City" rings in the New Year, with music, food trucks and an "atomic" ball drop at midnight. The fun all happens in A.K. Bissell Park.

Oneida - Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in multiple time zones at the New Year's Eve party at Timber Rock Lodge.

Visit My Smokies
Visit Knoxville
The Peaceful Side of the Smokies
Explore Oak Ridge

Ready for a mountain biking adventure without ever leaving the city? Knoxville's Urban Wilderness offers places like Ba...
29/12/2024

Ready for a mountain biking adventure without ever leaving the city? Knoxville's Urban Wilderness offers places like Baker Creek Bike Park for top notch MTB experiences. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, take time to tackle the miles and miles of trails in this 100 acre preserve. Come see why the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee should be your cycling destination.

(📸from Morgan Lunceford)

Norris Lake Project will be doing one more lake pick up on Norris Lake on Monday, December 30th. We could use any TN Pr...
28/12/2024

Norris Lake Project will be doing one more lake pick up on Norris Lake on Monday, December 30th. We could use any TN Promise students looking for volunteer hours for the 2025 spring semester.

If you are wanting to help, please arrive at Hickory Star Marina by 9:45 am. Sign up for the event on site.

25/12/2024

Best wishes for this Christmas and the New Year. Hope to see you here soon in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee.

24/12/2024

With 9 Lakes you just can't pick a favorite! Which ones do you want to visit? Plan your vacation at http://9LakesEastTN.com .

23/12/2024

Whether it's an iconic structure from a World's Fair or a statue of a music icon, there are plenty of unique landmarks that help define the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. What are your favorites?

22/12/2024

Did you know there are 5 National Parks in the 9 Lakes Region of East TN? The Great Smoky Mountains, Big South Fork, Cumberland Gap, Obed and Manhattan Project National Parks are definitely some of our favorite things.



Adventure Side of the Smokies Great Smoky Mountains National Park Visit My Smokies Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area Obed Wild & Scenic River Manhattan Project National Historical Park Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

21/12/2024

Whether it's a drive along a lake, up into the Great Smoky Mountains, or one that takes you along an historic path from America's frontier days we love our scenic drives here in the 9 Lakes of East TN. That's why they are definitely one of our favorite things.



Adventure Anderson County
Visit Campbell County
The Peaceful Side of the Smokies
Visit My Smokies
Historic Rugby

21/12/2024

On a cold day in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee it's great to warm up with a hot cup of coffee. And in this area you have a lot of great locally owned options. What are your favorite coffee shops here?



Adventure Side of the Smokies
Visit Loudon County
Explore Oak Ridge
Visit Farragut

20/12/2024

Our state parks are definitely one of our favorite things. Whether you're looking for a place to hike, go fishing, spend time camping or learn some history, you'll find plenty to do in our state parks.

What is your favorite state park in the 9 Lakes Region?

Remember on New Year's Day you can go for a "First Day Hike" at places like: Frozen Head, Norris Dam, Seven Islands, Panther Creek, Cove Lake, and Indian Mountain.

Where are you favorite unique stores in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee? There are so many to choose from. Here are a fe...
18/12/2024

Where are you favorite unique stores in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee? There are so many to choose from. Here are a few ideas:

Shop the quaint shops of Historic Dandridge, the second oldest town in Tennessee; stroll the second story sidewalks in Downtown Morristown,

Head to downtown Lenoir City where you have lots of choices.

Head to Rocket Fizz on Market Square in Knoxville to find any kind of soda you can dream of.

Visit Sweetwater for boutiques and stores filled with gifts.

Check out Pickers Paradise in New Tazewell as seen on the Netflix series, "Swap Shop."

17/12/2024

Whether it's millions of lights at Dollywood, streets lined up with decorations or just a neighborhood full of cheer, one of our favorite things this time of year is Christmas Decorations. Where do you like to go see them in the 9 Lakes Region?



Visit Knoxville Visit Farragut Downtown Maryville, Tennessee Visit My Smokies

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Happy New Year
Happy New Year

As we begin 2025, we wish you happiness in the year ahead and hope that happiness includes some time in the 9 Lakes region of East Tennessee. Happy New Year!

Polar Plunge
Polar Plunge

After all those New Year's Eve Parties, get a little sleep then take the plunge into Tellico Lake at Noon on January 1st at the East Tennessee Polar Plunge. https://www.visitmonroetn.com/east-tn-polar-plunge

First Day Hikes
First Day Hikes

Looking to get the New Year off on the right foot? Then consider a First Day Hike at one of our many state parks. Check out the details for each park at: https://tnstateparks.com/about/special-events/first-day-hikes/ #tnstateparks #tennessee #madeintn #hiking #newyear2025

What are you doing New Year's Eve?
What are you doing New Year's Eve?

We have some answers to that age old quesiton, "What are you doing New Year's Eve?" Gatlinburg - One of the country's biggest NYE celebrations happens in this gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains national Park. This FREE event features live music, drones, a ball drop at the iconic Space Needle and a fireworks finale. Make the event part of a vacation. Book a cabin at http://visitmysmokies.com . Knoxville - Live music, food trucks and a ball drop from the iconic Sunsphere highlight New Year's Eve festivities at World's Fair Park. While you're downtown check out the lights at Market Square and Krutch Park and go ice skating. Townsend - Enjoy New Year's Eve on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies at the Dancing Bear Bistro where you can have a modern Appalachian meal paired with curated wines and cocktails as you countdown the hours until 2025. Oak Ridge - The "Secret City" rings in the New Year, with music, food trucks and an "atomic" ball drop at midnight. The fun all happens in A.K. Bissell Park. Oneida - Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in multiple time zones at the New Year's Eve party at Timber Rock Lodge. Visit My Smokies Visit Knoxville The Peaceful Side of the Smokies Explore Oak Ridge

Merry Christmas from the 9 Lakes of East TN
Merry Christmas from the 9 Lakes of East TN

Best wishes for this Christmas and the New Year. Hope to see you here soon in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. #9lakeseasttn

Favorite Things - 9 Lakes
Favorite Things - 9 Lakes

With 9 Lakes you just can't pick a favorite! Which ones do you want to visit? Plan your vacation at http://9LakesEastTN.com . #fortloudounlake #tellicolake #chilhoweelake #douglaslake #norrislake #meltonhilllake #cherokeelake #wattsbarlake #calderwoodlake

Our favorite things ARE our 9 Lakes! #norrislake #cherokeelake #douglaslake #fortloudounlake #tellicolake #meltonhilllake #wattsbarlake #chilhoweelake #calderwoodlake

Favorite Things - Landmarks
Favorite Things - Landmarks

Whether it's an iconic structure from a World's Fair or a statue of a music icon, there are plenty of unique landmarks that help define the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. What are your favorites? #9lakeseasttn #visitknoxville #visitmysmokies #adventureandersoncounty

Favorite Things - National Parks
Favorite Things - National Parks

Did you know there are 5 National Parks in the 9 Lakes Region of East TN? The Great Smoky Mountains, Big South Fork, Cumberland Gap, Obed and Manhattan Project National Parks are definitely some of our favorite things. #nationalparks #nps #GreatSmokyMountains #manhattanproject #BigSouthFork #obednps #cumberlandgap #9lakeseasttn Adventure Side of the Smokies Great Smoky Mountains National Park Visit My Smokies Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area Obed Wild & Scenic River Manhattan Project National Historical Park Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Favorite Things - Scenic Drives
Favorite Things - Scenic Drives

Whether it's a drive along a lake, up into the Great Smoky Mountains, or one that takes you along an historic path from America's frontier days we love our scenic drives here in the 9 Lakes of East TN. That's why they are definitely one of our favorite things. #easttennesseecrossing #9lakeseasttn #CherohalaSkyway #GreatSmokyMountains Adventure Anderson County Visit Campbell County The Peaceful Side of the Smokies Visit My Smokies Historic Rugby

Favorite Things - Coffee Shops
Favorite Things - Coffee Shops

On a cold day in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee it's great to warm up with a hot cup of coffee. And in this area you have a lot of great locally owned options. What are your favorite coffee shops here? #coffee #coffeeshopt #9lakeseasttn #adventuresideofthesmokies #visitloudontn #exploreoakridge #visitfarragut #soakinroane #adventureanderson #shoplocal Adventure Side of the Smokies Visit Loudon County Explore Oak Ridge Visit Farragut

Favorite Things - State Parks
Favorite Things - State Parks

Our state parks are definitely one of our favorite things. Whether you're looking for a place to hike, go fishing, spend time camping or learn some history, you'll find plenty to do in our state parks. What is your favorite state park in the 9 Lakes Region? Remember on New Year's Day you can go for a "First Day Hike" at places like: Frozen Head, Norris Dam, Seven Islands, Panther Creek, Cove Lake, and Indian Mountain.

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