There's nothing like a summertime adventure, and 2017 is about to close us out for the year. What?! We know, it's heartbreaking. The kids are back in school, traffic has picked up for the grind before the holidays and no one wants to think about the drag that is September. Give the end of your sunny months a sudden infusion of adventure, with one of these last minute activities. They're perfect for the whole family, and a great way to embrace our great state before the chilly months of autumn.
5. Head to a Tennessee campground where no reservation is required.
It's great to go camping, but with the summer quickly waning you're going to want a campground you can get in and out of real quick. We've found a solid handful that have openings through the end of September, which means you and your loved ones can unplug a bit before the autumn's crazy season.
4. Explore some of the places in Tennessee that never, ever change.
From the Tennessee gorge to the south to the beautiful views in the Great Smoky Mountains, there are quite a few places in Tennessee that you can count on to deliver, again and again. No surprises here. Just pure, unadulterated beauty - time and time again.
3. Adventure to not one, but TWO waterfalls - in the same hike.
Take a hike, will ya? There's no better way to wind down from a crazy day than to enjoy a moment tucked away from the rest of the world. We found a hike that will take you to two waterfalls, both of them perfect for folks who are ready to unplug and unwind - even if just for a moment.
2. Spend the evening at this Memphis restaurant with a CRAZY view.
Not looking to sweat it out in the great outdoors? No worries! This Memphis restaurant is a beautiful space with an even more beautiful view, great if you're looking to pamper yourself with a dinner out before snuggling up for the night at home. No road trips required!
1. Take an overnight hike in East Tennessee.
An overnight hike?! Yes, this is for the greatest of all adventurers. Take a weekend and hike through the day, breath in the beautiful scent of summer and enjoy the last breaths of our heated, humid, sunny months. It makes for all sorts of sweet memories.
Care to laugh? Check out these extremely dumb ways to die in Tennessee - but only in Tennessee, mind you.
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