To paraphrase the 1967 classic by The Who: in the wintertime, the overlooks along Tennessee’s South Cumberland trails provide views that literally extend for “miles and miles and miles...” Check out some of our favorites...

College visit? Parents' Weekend? Homecoming? Graduation? Here are some adventures for your spare time in Sewanee...

While you're here for that concert at The Caverns, here are some quick and easy "must see" adventures...

It's 5-8 degrees cooler here, with shady forests, pleasant breezes, cool mountain streams and refreshing swimming holes...

Rafinesque's Big Eared Bat, one of the Rare and Wild Things in the Mountains of Adventure

While many visitors to Tennessee’s South Cumberland region think of it as a place to hang out in the summertime or to see great fall colors, you can find some great, unique ways to experience new adventures any time of the year!

Indulge your senses in nature and augment your experience with spa and fitness activities.

Whether you’re here for a Caverns show, or just to enjoy the great nature in our three State Parks, Tennessee’s South Cumberland has some great ways to spend an evening in some classic rural Americana settings.

In every season of the year, the weather here is cooler and more dynamic than in any of the major cities of the Southeast.  What’s up with that?

Whether its a business retreat, family reunion or bachelorette getaway, here are some adventures well-suited for your group.

"One rule of general application in the appreciation of nature is especially true when applied to wildflowers: the closer you look, the more beauty you will find." - Under the Sun at Sewanee, 1967

Most people know the parks for their outstanding natural features, but there’s a whole other side to the story of the South Cumberland region — a rich and fascinating history of the interaction of people with the land, an interaction going back literally thousands of years, to the first Native Americans who hunted and camped on these lands.

Nothing compares to the moment you come upon a grand natural vista at an overlook along the trail! Tennessee’s South Cumberland has some of the most pristine, unspoiled views in Eastern North America. Overlooks have something to offer in every season.

If sitting in a rocking chair isn’t your idea of a good vacation, then you’ll be über-stoked about coming to Tennessee’s South Cumberland. Here are five awesome adventures that will satisfy your need for adrenaline…

A series of oral histories, offered by some of our communities' most knowledgeable and engaging citizens.

Our “best of” list tells you which ones will be easy to get to, and which will require additional energy and/or hiking ability to enjoy — but all of them are well worth the effort, especially in late winter and early spring, when our waterfalls are typically at their peak flows.

Learn how to connect with your best self during your visit to Tennessee’s South Cumberland!

There’s always something tasty to enjoy, here in the Mountains of Adventure!

Tennessee’s South Cumberland deserves a fresh look when you’re planning your next vacation. There is easily a week’s worth of great adventures waiting for everyone, no matter your age, interests or ability!

You might not think of Tennessee’s South Cumberland as a timber and coal industrial area, but 150 years ago, it was exactly that. And, you probably wouldn’t believe this area was frequented by a notorious Chicagoland gangster. It's all part of the amazing history you’ll discover, here in the Mountains of Adventure!

Keeping the little ones engaged can be challenging.  Here are some tips for the best visit...

Take a driving tour of historic sites in Tennessee's South Cumberland, with an optional audio narration to guide you