Tennessee offers a variety of wildlife, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, natural wonders, mountains and gardens - made perfect for outdoor adventures. At the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area in North Central Tennessee, explore the Grand Corridor, Neddle's Eye, Lover's Leap on Lookout Mountain, and
... more panoramic views that allow you to see seven states. Cycling enthusiasts will love the Parkway, one of America's premier cycling roads that runs southeast from Nashville. At Ruby Falls in Chattanooga, find a 145 foot underground waterfall on Lookout Mountain. Nearby, the Ocoee River offers a wild ride for rafters and kayakers, and is popular for catching largemouth bass, yellow perch, catfish, and brown and rainbow trout. Find endless ridges of forest in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where hikers can find over 800 miles of maintained trails to explore the great diversity of plant and animal life in these ancient mountains. The Cherokee National Forest is found in the heart of the Southern Appalachian mountain range, home to more than 20,000 species of plans and animals, 700 miles of trail and plenty of cold water streams and seven whitewater rivers. In Sweetwater, visit the mysterious Lost Sea, a Registered National Landmark and one of America's largest underground lakes. The lake is part of the extensive and historic cave system called Craighead Caverns. Tennessee is a hidden gem for golfers, with fairways like the five 18-hold golf courses, The Bear Trace, designed by Jack Nicklaus.
