11 Of The Most Beautiful Fall Destinations In Tennessee
Meghan Kraft
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Tennessee may have the rivers and mountains and rock formations to make a summertime beautiful, but there’s just something about the Volunteer State during the autumn months. The hills light up in all shades of red, orange, and yellow. The weather loses its summer simmer and falls into a comfortable chill that stretches from the streets of Memphis to the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. If you’re looking for a vacation this year, then you may want to take a look at some of the best places to visit in Tennessee in the fall. They’re stunning in their own way, and the photo opportunities are endless.
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When can I see peak fall foliage in Tennessee?
While the specific dates are kept secret by Mother Nature, if you want to see the peak fall foliage in Tennessee, you’ll need to be flexible. Generally, eastern Tennessee will see the colors change first, and that usually happens in early October, with the peak occurring by the third week of October. The middle part of Tennessee and western Tennessee will pick up where the eastern part of the state left off and will see the colors change around mid-October and peak around Halloween.
Which hiking trails in Tennessee are best in the fall?
To really immerse yourself in the beauty that overtakes Tennessee during the fall, you’ll want to lace up your boots and hit the trails. One of our favorite hiking trails in Tennessee that’s just gorgeous in the fall is over at Radnor Lake State Park. There are more than six miles of hiking trails that weave throughout the park, and it’s easily one of the best places to visit in Tennessee in October when the leaves are just exploding with color.
What are the best pumpkin patches in Tennessee?
Pumpkin patches are one of the best places to visit in Tennessee in October; nothing will put you in the fall spirit faster than finding yourself the perfect pumpkin to take home. One of the best pumpkin patches in Tennessee is Shuckle's Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch at Fiddle Dee Farms. In addition to a massive pumpkin patch, visitors can also enjoy other family-friendly activities like the corn maze, a giant 150-foot slide, an obstacle course, and even a magic show!