Nature Area's & Parks
Tennessee is a paradise for nature lovers, offering a wide array of parks and natural areas that showcase the state's stunning landscapes. The crown jewel is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling the Tennessee-North Carolina border. As the most visited national park in the U.S., it boasts lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and diverse wildlife, making it a haven for hikers, campers, and photographers. In the central part of the state, Fall Creek Falls State Park is renowned for its breathtaking waterfalls, including one of the tallest in the eastern United States, as well as its scenic hiking trails and recreational opportunities. For those interested in geology, the Cumberland Caverns in McMinnville offer an underground adventure through vast cave systems filled with stalactites and stalagmites. The Natchez Trace Parkway, a scenic drive that stretches through the state, provides a beautiful route with opportunities for hiking, biking, and picnicking. Additionally, the Tennessee River Gorge near Chattanooga offers stunning river views and ample opportunities for kayaking and bird watching. From mountain peaks to deep caves, Tennessee's nature areas and parks offer endless opportunities for outdoor exploration and adventure.
Norris Dam State Park
Norris Dam State Park
Seven Islands State Birding Park
425 acres Paved Trail: 1.2 mile one-way Natural Trails: 8 miles Difficulty: easy to moderate Connects: French Broad River Seven Islands State Birding Park is a beautiful wildlife refuge, encompassing 416 acres along the French Broad River.
Fall Creek Falls State Park
Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of Tennessee’s largest and most visited state parks. The park encompasses more than 29,800 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau.
The Dabbling Duck Boat Charters LLC
The Dabbling Duck Charters LLC’s mission is to provide a relaxing, fun, safe and memorable way for families to experience Center Hill Lake and its beautiful scenery by chartered boat with an experienced tour guide.
Ames Plantation
Ames Plantation, home of the National Field Trial Championship for All-Age Bird Dogs, is privately owned and operated by the Trustees of the Hobart Ames Foundation as Successor Trustees under the Will of the late Julia C. Ames.
Cumberland Mountain State Park
Cumberland Mountain State Park is situated on the Cumberland Plateau, a segment of the great upland, which extends from western New York to central Alabama. It is said to be the largest timbered plateau in America.
World's Fair Park - Knoxville
With all its lovely landscaping, wide, open spaces and wonderful water features, the new World's Fair Park provides endless possibilities for celebrating life in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Ijams Nature Center
Ijams Nature Center is a nonprofit, 315-acre educational nature center for all ages, abilities and walks of life. Ijams’ mission is to encourage stewardship of the natural world by providing an urban greenspace for people to learn about and enjoy the outdoors through engaging experiences.
See Rock City
Rock City will amaze you...it's in our nature! Located atop Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views.
