One of our absolute favorite things to do when we are out riding around is to find roadside oddities and attractions. We have been known to make many a U-turn while driving down the road. This page will be dedicated to any roadside attractions we have found in the state of Tennessee.
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Bald River Falls
Location: River Road
City: Tellico Plains
Region of State Located: South/Central
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Bald River Falls is an awesome 90-foot drop waterfall that you can view from 2 elevations. You can walk up a hiking trail and view it from the top or walk down a short trail that leads under a bridge and view it from the base. Either way, bring your camera. I have a short video that will show you views from both the top and bottom. You can access it by using the link below.
Bald River Falls Video
Clingmans Dome
Location: Clingmans Dome Road
City: Bryson City
Region of State Located: East/Central
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Clingman Dome is the highest peak in the Great Smoky Mountains. It is right on the Tennessee/North Carolina Border. It sits at an elevation of 6643 Feet. Rumor has it that on a clear day if you are on the tower you can see 7 states. Those states would be Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Mississippi. There is a large parking area with a visitor center and restrooms near the parking area. It is a steep half-mile hike up to the tower. We took numerous breaks…lol. I believe you will need a parking pass now if you want to park anywhere in the Smokie Mountains for more than 15 minutes.
Elizabethton Covered Bridge
Location: 717 E. Elk Ave
City: Elizabethton
Region of State Located In: North/East
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I love covered bridges. While out and about in Tennessee, I came across this bridge which is actually part of a small park. There were great views, parking, benches, and a gazebo. I put together this short video of the area. You can access it by using the link below. To learn more about the history of this bridge use the link provided below.
Elizabethton Covered Bridge Video
Elizabethton Covered Bridge Information
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
Location: 88 River Rd
City: Gatlinburg
Region of State Located: East/Central
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What do you do when the weather is less than perfect? You look for an indoor activity of course. If you are near Gatlinburg Tennessee, you should check out Ripley’s Aquarium. It’s a great place to bring the kids, grandkids, or just yourselves. There is even a trolley system to help you get around that will drop you right near the front door. To check out a video about the aquarium or learn more about this aquarium and get the most updated information, use the 2 links provided below.