Tennessee Vacation | Cool Off at Tennessee Water Parks

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Slide into Tennessee.

Warmer months in Tennessee mean fun in the sun — and water — at outdoor water parks, splash pads and wave pools. Plus, indoor water parks ensure year-round fun! Make time for a splash-filled adventure.

Pack up the kids and make a splash at the many water-based amusement parks across Tennessee. Outdoor water parks, splash pads and wave pools are just waiting for you to make a splash. And, with the indoor water parks, you can make sure you get your pool time fix year-round. Make some room on your travel schedule to take a dip and have some fun at Tennessee’s water parks.

Soaky Mountain Water Park - Sevierville, TN

Let the kids splash the day away at Soaky Mountain Waterpark in Sevierville. The water park has rides and slides for all heights and ages. Test your nerves on the first-of-its-kind watercoaster, AVALAUNCH which features twists, turns and a giant wall climb before descending into a whitewater finish. The state-of-the-art waterslides like Rainbow Revenge and American Racer's Rush have translucent slide effects that twist and bend the light into beautiful shapes as you ride through the tunnels. Ride the rapids at the Black Bear Rapids and Hang 10essee. For small children, The Hive is the ultimate play zone with a water bucket dump, body bowl slide and more. Relax in a luxury cabana poolside for some relaxation at Coyote Springs.

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YOUR GUIDE TO WATER ACTIVITIES IN TENNESSEE

Make a splash on your next Tennessee adventure. Dive into the state’s abundant waterways with endless water-filled activities. With over a half-million acres of lakes and 50,000 miles of rivers, be a part of the thrilling adventures, relaxing vibes and unlimited possibilities Tennessee has to offer.

Cruise over to Montgomery Bell State Park to unwind and float among the park’s three lakes. Montgomery Bell offers a wide range of water activities to escape on a summer oasis including paddling down Lake Acorn, boating around Lake Woodhaven and taking a plunge in the water at the area’s swim beach. Visitors can also cast a line and spend a day fishing for bass, brim, catfish and more. End the water-filled day at the park’s full-service restaurant where visitors can take in sunset views overlooking Lake Acorn and dine on classic Southern cuisine.

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END OF SUMMER TENNESSEE FESTIVALS

End your summer in a big way by attending some of the hottest festivals in Tennessee. Thousands flock to these celebrations for the culture, history, food and family-friendly fun that can't be missed. Add one or several of these Tennessee festivals happening in August 2024 and September 2024 to give summer a proper send off.

Dance, drink, eat and be merry at Zoo Rendezvous Sept. 7, 2024 at Memphis Zoo. Your ticket gives you access to an unlimited array of foods from some of the best restaurants, bars and food trucks in Memphis. Party with the animals until the sun goes down. More event details will be announced soon.

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MUST-VISIT ICE CREAM SHOPS IN TENNESSEE

The instant smell of waffle cone overtake your senses as you walk up to the counter to gaze down at the multi-colored, multi-flavored ice cream options. Cone or cup? Sundae or milkshake? Whatever you choose, celebrate National Ice Cream Day every day in Tennessee. Here's where to get a scoop (or two, or three) at some of Tennessee’s famous ice cream shops.


Cool off from the summer heat with frozen treats from Mayfield Dairy Farms. T.B. Mayfield Jr. purchased 45 Jersey cows in 1910 and began delivering milk to his neighbors in Athens. The next generation picked up where he left off and in 1950 built the Southeast's most modern milk plant. Mayfield is one of the nation's leading dairies today. From fresh, cold milk to delicious ice cream flavors like Blueberry Cream Pie, Extreme Moose Tracks and Snickerdoodle, Mayfield continues to offer great selections for its customers. You can visit the factory 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Tours come with a free scoop of ice cream.

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Hiking Waterfalls Tennessee: A Guide to the State's Best Waterfall Hikes Paperback - $19.99 @ Amazon.com - Order Here

Hiking Waterfalls in Tennessee includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for approximately 100 of the state’s most scenic waterfall hikes. Hike descriptions include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. Hiking Waterfalls in Tennessee will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, and from popular city parks to the most remote and secluded corners of the area to view the most spectacular waterfalls.

Johnny Molloy is one of America’s most experienced and prolific guidebook authors. Molloy writes for a variety of magazines, Web sites and newspapers. He continues writing and traveling extensively throughout the United States, endeavoring in a variety of outdoor pursuits. He has penned over 50 hiking, paddling and camping guides covering 26 states, from Florida to Texas to Wisconsin to New England. Molloy lives in Johnson City, Tennessee.

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