What a great park! Hiking trails, a pond, splash pad, playground, baseball fields, picnic…read morepavilions, ample parking, and the grounds are always immaculate. What's not to love? We have enjoyed impromptu trips to the playground and splash pad, planned events with community groups, and there's a modest convention center. I feel like I'm forgetting some great amenities, but it's totally worth checking out.

Really enjoyable course with a lot of elevation change. Nice balance of woods and open fields.read more

Wooden Park is still here! Just a heads up, there's some construction happening across from the…read morepark, so the front parking lot is closed. No worries, though! Just park right when you drive in. The only small downside is that there are wasps around. So keep an eye on the kids and encourage them not to bother them. Other than that its a great park i love how this wooden park is still here!

Nice local little park for my grand daughter. Excellent design to stir up the imagination of a…read more3&1/2 year old. She has so much fun that she didn't want to leave. We'll definitely be going back for more play time in a well layed out design for children's safe experience.

Pretty park, well maintained and lovely. The park area could use a little upgrading, but I don't…read moreuse that area at all. I love to walk around the lake and enjoy this park a lot.

A great park to take the kids to play and exercise . Great for some quiet time of a relaxing…read moreevening And more

I never met a waterfall that I didn't like. We did a driving tour along Little River in Great Smoky…read moreMountains National Park to see if we could spot some wildlife. The Sinks is a lovely waterfall along the river. There is a small parking lot with about a dozen spaces where we found parking. An observation area is a short walk from parking. A sign describes the area and that the falls were manmade. During the late 1800's the river was used to transport logs/timber to the nearby town of Elkmont. After a storm, flood waters caused a jam in the river. Dynamite was used to restore water flow. The blast resulted in a twist in the river and creation of the waterfall. A set of stone steps leads up a hill, offering lovey views of the falls. There are dozens of waterfalls in the Park. Sinks is one of the few that is drivable, which is great for people that cannot hike. I picked up a Waterfalls map at the visitor center that I found interesting and informative. Parking passes are required to park in the lot. There are no amenities at the falls. Plan 15-30 minutes for a stop and photos.

Was more than I thought. Great experience. Small parking area. A little hard to get out of but…read moreworth it.

It was a great beginner hike not too steep and plenty to see. If you get there early enough you'll…read morebe able to get to the end and back before the crowds.

Such a cool hidden gem about an hour drive from Knoxville. There is dirt parking for maybe 10 cars…read moreat the trailhead. Not many cars when I got there around noon but it was full when I got back on a Saturday around 3pm. Took my dog out for his 10th birthday and he had a blast. Loves outdoors and the water. You can take the full loop and see the smaller falls and the the bigger falls. Or you can see one, come back around and then see the other. The only reason you wouldn't do the full loop is because it does get a little steep and rocky and there is a cable to help get down. Don't let the cable steer you away. I had my dog with me and was a little nervous only using one hand and the other with the leash, but it was pretty simple to get down. Also recommend going right at the split so you can go DOWN the rocks instead of climb up the rocks at the point. Overall gorgeous views. Mostly shaded throughout the hike but be sure to bring water!

CNF is a part of the Appalachian Mountains range. In June, 2025 it is a verdant forest with hidden…read moregems around many corners. CNF is located in eastern Tennessee, borders North Carolina and borders and within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It's enjoyed especially by motorcyclists, outdoors and certain motor enthusiasts. Cell reception can be spotty and satellite connection is challenging. The roads were mostly 2 lanes with very limited turnarounds, passing lanes and parking other than designated lots and limited along the side of the road. The forest and the views were enchanting! Leave No Trace!

What an awesome drive. The views are spectacular. Perfect for a road trip when you're in the area…read more We got beautiful pictures during the winter and again in the summer of the Milky Way.

Quick excursion but still worth the stop! Short trek down a fairly easy path to a beautiful…read morewaterfall.

This is a beautiful place to visit and enjoy nature. One of Southeast Tennessee's hidden gems. The…read moreHike to the bottom is very strenuous, lots of slick rocks and steep inclines over rocks. All the work is well worth the hazards.

This is a nice quiet park. There are two dog parks. One for small dogs and one for larger dogs…read more There is a mini playground for children. The paths to walk are parity paved and circle the park. On a few occasions I've seen people in different areas set up a volleyball net and play. So the park has ample room. There is also a creek where you will sometimes see kids or dogs go in. There are also a lot of squirrels going from tree to tree.

So grateful that Heritage is my "local" park, just five minutes away. Countless hours spent here…read morealone or with the kids, walking, playing, enjoying some Pokémon Go, watching the kids play in the creek. Life is good.