Make plans to see this at least once! Ruby Falls is an awesome place to see and explore on any given day, but to see the falls and all of the other remarkable sites is just a phenomenal event. There is no staged lighting in the cave so select members of the group will be
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Plan a great day trip to Big Bone Cave State Natural Area. This natural area is 400 acres located in Van Buren County on the Cumberland Plateau. Big Bone Cave gets its name from the discovery of a giant skeleton in 1811. This skeleton is now display at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia,
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What a great day of exploring so many cool spots like the Old Stone Fort. The Old Stone Fort is a prehistoric Native American structure located in Coffee County, Tennessee. This is definitely a day trip from Deer Creek Cabin or Rocky Top Cabin. About an hour pretty and scenic drive, be sure to pack
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What a great event to attend and it’s right here in our area! The 2nd Annual Celebration of Local food is slated for August 5, 2017. This great event with a farm to fork dinner and a Seed Fork 5K race is very beneficial to everyone that participates. Seed Fork of the Highlands is a
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Make your plans to go this awesome event! The 127 Yard Sale begins August 3-6 in Alabama. The sale begins atop Lookout Mountain in Gadsden and spans more that 690 miles to Hudson, Michigan. This sale began in 1987 and the idea was derived from an official in Fentress County, Tennessee to promote the back
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Get started making those plans for a great getaway at Deer Creek Cabin or Rock Top Cabin. When you get that reservation made, start checking out the area for great music venues, theater and outside entertainment. Of course you have seen my blogs for Bluegrass Underground, a can’t-miss music event filmed 333 feet below Mcminnville
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The Tennessee Whiskey Trail is a fun day trip from Deer Creek Cabin or Rocky Top Cabin. Being on the Cumberland Plateau, you are very close to several of the stops along this trail. Tennessee has been a leader in producing distilled spirits. Tennessee is prime real estate for the production of whiskey. The Tennessee
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South Cumberland Recreation Area is one of the newer Tennessee State Parks. South Cumberland is very unique in that its coverage spans over 4 counties and lies atop the Cumberland Plateau. While there are many trails to enjoy thru out this park, I am going to share this area with you that I think you
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There is nothing like hiking in the Cumberland Plateau! This area is full of trails, rivers and creeks to enjoy. While enjoying the awesome scenery, know several key points to hiking with skill and staying safe at all times. For starters, knowing your surroundings is the main key point to remember. Before stepping out on
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A hike to Horsepound Falls at the South Cumberland Recreation Area is an adventure rewarded by two waterfalls, an overlook, and a wonderful variety of wildflowers. West Collins is one of the best beginner backpacking hikes. The trails are very well marked with white blazes. You will want to take a rest at Rocky Point
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What a great time to live in the USA! Celebrating the Independence of our country is a wonderful gift we get to enjoy everyday. While there are many things to do this July 4th, remembering why celebrate should always be with us. There are fireworks, music and picnics to enjoy in the area. There will
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The incline Railway is an icon located along the side of Lookout Mountain in the historic neighborhood of St. Elmo in Chattanooga, TN. The thrill of riding this amazing incline has been please many visitors over the last century. The railway has been in operation since 1895 and is a National Historic site and Mechanical
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