Five Spots in Tennessee to Visit for Thanksgiving Break

McKoyler Thach - Reporter

  Leaves are finally falling and the weather is getting cooler as November continues. With Thanksgiving Break around the corner, students and families are searching for the most exciting spots to enjoy their leisure time. Keeping this in mind, there are several awesome places throughout Tennessee for students and families to visit and let loose as they await the upcoming holiday.

1. Lucky Ladd Farms, Eagleville, TN

   Located in Middle Tennessee, right outside of Murfreesboro, Lucky Ladd Farms is a park attraction and petting zoo for individuals of all ages. Offering a range of amusing activities such as pony rides, a petting zoo and wildlife exhibits to gem and fossil mining, pumpkin patches with mazes and fun obstacle courses, Lucky Ladd Farms is perfect for children and adults. The attraction also offers a wide variety of foods and sweet treats, serving hamburgers and apple cider sips with donuts.

2. Natchez Trace State Park, Henderson, TN

   For the outdoorsy families looking for a new adventure before Thanksgiving, Natchez Trace State Park, located in West Tennessee, is the perfect place to visit. With activities such as camping, rock climbing and even hiking, Natchez Trace State Park offers a fun variety of activities for families who enjoy staying outdoors. Alongside the adventurous activities, the park also offers cozy cabins and a variety of restaurants.

3. Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, TN

   Right in the heart of East Tennessee is Dollywood of Pigeon Forge, a perfect attraction for families with members and children of all ages! With crazy rides, several gift shops and a fun ice cream shoppe, Dollywood offers a wide variety of activities to do. Additionally, the park offers fun fall activities catered to attendees of all ages--starting from pumpkin patches all around and walking trails with scenic views to fun rides and Dippin Dots carts all throughout the park.

4. Anakeesta, Gatlinburg, TN

   Located in Gatlinburg, Anakeesta is an adventurous amusement park offering Christmas activities for visiting families. With holiday-themed restaurants and gift shops, as well as fun activities such as ziplining and strolling through the Vista Gardens, Anakeesta is the perfect place for families searching for a fun bonding experience before Christmas’ arrival.

5. Great Smoky Mountains, TN

   Bordering East Tennessee, the Great Smoky Mountains offer a fun variety of family-friendly activities such as bicycling, horse riding and wildlife viewing. Furthermore, families can catch great sights in the scenic spots located in the mountains, like Cades Cove and waterfalls. Alongside these personal trips, the Smokies offer ranger-led events and tours (for those who may get lost). With tons of outdoor activities to choose from, the Smokies are the best place to visit during the upcoming holiday break.