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1. Chattanooga ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Abingdon, VA ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Greenville, SC

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4. Lexington, KY

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5. Nashville, TN

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6. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

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7. Blue Ridge, GA

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8. Roanoke, VA

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9. Huntsville, AL

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10. Atlanta, GA

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11. Alpine Helen, GA

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12. Maggie Valley

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13. Pigeon Forge

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14. Great Smoky Mountain National Park

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15. Gatlinburg

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16. Tugaloo State Park

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17. Asheville, NC

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18. Dahlonega, GA

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19. Del Rio, TN

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20. Museum of Appalachia

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21. Cataloochee

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22. Oak Ridge

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23. Ocoee River

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24. Cookeville

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What makes Knoxville, TN an ideal location for day trips?
  • A: Knoxville, TN is a hub city located off I-40, I-75, and close to I-80, making it within a day’s drive of half of the continental United States.
  • Q: What are some exciting day trips from Knoxville?
  • A: Here are some of the most exciting day trips from Knoxville, TN, offering visitors a variety of nearby destinations to explore.

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