A trek to the Tennessee Overhill region fills the bill for scenic without even trying. The area is rich with heritage trails, rivers and lakes. View historic sites or go whitewater rafting at the 650,000-acre Cherokee National Forest. The forest also offers hundreds of miles of trails, making it a fun place to explore on horseback. You can go cave exploring, wander through an 18th-century village and fly across the nation’s largest underground lake at the Lost Sea Adventure.
Take a step back in time as you view a reconstructed east Tennessee pioneer home and learn all about the culture and history of southeast Tennessee at the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum. Discover the Englewood Textile Museum and the lives of the women who once worked in the mills. Enjoy a lazy afternoon picnic or catch a glimpse of local wildlife at the William G. Cooke Memorial Park, then end the day with a movie at the American Cinema of Athens. If your trip includes at least one special night out at a delightful, little restaurant, you won’t be disappointed here! You will find a wide array of international cuisine made from local ingredients, as well as American dishes like steak, fries and burgers.
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