Endless Adventures in a Mountain Getaway

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

It’s all here. Plan your trip to Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia with our suggested activities below. The Appalachian Mountains are waiting for you. Discover a region rich in history, culture and outdoor adventure with festivals and events for couples or the whole family! No matter whether you want to hike the Appalachian Trail, uncover the history of Country music, or try your hand at world class fly fishing, our region has the adventure you crave.

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ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPLORE

Disc Golf Courses

There are over a dozen disc golf courses across the Tri-Cities.

Outdoor Recreation

Birthplace of Country Music Museum

Attractions

Barter Theatre

View an incredible show at the historic Barter Theatre.

Entertainment & Events

Appalachian Trail

Scenic hikes of varying difficulties, including sections of the Appalachian Trail. Click for the best trails in Kingsport, Johnson City, Bristol, Elizabethton, and Hampton.

Outdoor Recreation

Bays Mountain State Park

Explore the hiking trails, animal exhibits, and planetarium of Bays Mountain in their 50 Year anniversary.

Outdoor Recreation

Bristol Motor Speedway in Lights

Experience the spectacular light show with more than 2 million lights illuminating more than 250 festive displays across a four-plus mile route on the Bristol Motor Speedway.

Attractions

Niswonger Performing Arts Center

Visit the spacious theatre that features a wide range of performances, productions, and events throughout the year.

Entertainment & Events

Roan Mountain State Park

Discover more than 2,000 acres of rich hardwood forest along rugged ridges, and the cool, Doe River winding through the center of the park.

Outdoor Recreation

Hands On Discovery Center

Explore the wonders of science and paleontology at the Hands on Discovery Center and Gray Fossil Site in Gray, TN.

Attractions

Cameo Theatre

One of the 15 oldest theaters in Virginia, the Cameo is a landmark icon of the Bristol, VA/TN community.

Entertainment & Events

The Carter Family Fold

Hear the best of bluegrass and old-time music at one of the weekly shows at the Carter Family Fold!

Entertainment & Events

Warriors Path State Park

Home to premier boating and fishing activity, hiking trails, and internationally-renowned mountain bike trail system, award-winning nature education program, and golf course.

Outdoor Recreation

Blue Ridge Comedy Club

Sit back and enjoy a show at the Blue Ridge Comedy Club, located in downtown Bristol.

Entertainment & Events

Cherokee National Forest

Enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.

Outdoor Recreation