Leaving Newport, Tennessee, U.S. 25 quickly transitions from residential neighborhoods to rural countryside. And just as the road crosses the mighty French Broad River, curving to the right, the ancient Great Smoky Mountains come into view — looming large and stoic above those passing through. By the next bend, a sign for the Bobarosa Saloon appears. Gazing down onto the … [Read more...] about Over the hills and far away: East Tennessee’s Bobarosa Saloon
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The Long and Winding Road: East Tennessee Road Trips You Need to Take Now
The 9 Lakes Region of East Tennessee is a road trip destination well known for its winding roads, mountain vistas, sparkling lakes, and beautiful waterfalls. Visitors come again and again to enjoy the beauty of the changing seasons. Whether you need an “altitude adjustment” or want to indulge in a leisurely ride along the pathways of the early pioneers, there is a scenic … [Read more...] about The Long and Winding Road: East Tennessee Road Trips You Need to Take Now
On your way to adventure: Owners of the Farmhouse Inn share their two-wheeled wanderlust with guests
The early evening sun light creates a soft glow emphasizing the bright whites of the dogwoods and colorful red buds along the scenic commute to Tellico Plains, Tennessee, a small East Tennessee town bordering the Cherokee National Forest. Though the town may be quaint, it’s big in character as it welcomes motorsports enthusiasts traveling to enjoy the thrilling Cherohala Skyway … [Read more...] about On your way to adventure: Owners of the Farmhouse Inn share their two-wheeled wanderlust with guests
The Southern Dozen: A lost state reveals 12 routes to paradise
The air temperature rises as you cross to the windward side of the southern Appalachian Mountains, where heat from the Tennessee Valley blows westward. There are so many scenic motorcycling roads here that the local visitor’s center asked motorcyclists to compile a list, which became “The Southern Dozen.” They include excursions to natural wonders and local historical sites. … [Read more...] about The Southern Dozen: A lost state reveals 12 routes to paradise
Wanderlust meets leisure at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort
At the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, tucked in the foothills of the mountains and surrounded by lush forest, sits a resort that’s a little bit different. Luxury meets rustic at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort, a former campground lovingly restored with fresh accommodations including glamping tents, tiny homes, airstreams, RV sites and cabins. For … [Read more...] about Wanderlust meets leisure at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort
