You can see the beautiful and historic sights of east Tennessee by taking a ride along the state’s newest driving trail, the “Rocky Top: Smoky Peaks to Crafts and Creeks Trail.” The 282-mile trail travels through the Lenoir City area and features 130 “stops.” The “stops” highlight attractions ranging from historic sites to musical attractions and natural wonders, like the Smoky Mountains! For opportunities for outdoor recreation, visit Melton Hill Dam and Reservoir. Located on the Clinch River, the reservoir extends nearly 57 miles from the Melton Hill Dam to the Norris Dam. The area around the reservoir offers more than 190 miles of shoreline and 5,470 acres of water surface for recreational activities, like boating, fishing, waterskiing and more. Art lovers will want to make sure they spend some time at the Oak Ridge Art Center. This regional fine arts center and museum showcases the work of local and regional artists, in addition to housing traveling exhibits that include national and international works. There are also classes and workshops to enhance the educational benefits of these exhibits. If you’re interested in the art of making fine wine, head to the Tennessee Valley Winery. This award-winning winery offers a selection of 20 wines; and from May through September, the winery also features live music.
When staying at a Lenoir City hotel, you’re just a short drive from Knoxville, where you can cheer on the University of Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium, walk on the wild side at the Knoxville Zoo, and go back in time at the McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture. Book your stay at one of the Choice Hotels in Lenoir City, TN today!