Arizona may be known for their Colorado River, but in Tennessee we have the TENNESSEE River, which makes much more sense if you ask us. Kidding, kidding – but really. Tennessee River Gorge is a rush of river cut deep in the rocks of ol’ Rocky Top, one of the most beautiful views you’ll see in the state. Take a look!
The canyon is 26 miles long, and was formed by the Tennessee River.
Michael Hicks / Flickr It’s the fourth largest river gorge - if you’re looking at the Eastern United States, that is. Still killer!
Charlene N Simmons - Flickr Before the Hales Bar Dam was built in the early 20th century, the waters were known as being terrifying and rough. Even Thomas Jefferson wrote about the wild river he never saw.
Michael Hicks - Flickr Michael Hicks caught this fantastic shot at Pot Point - those autumn colors are stunning!
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Pot Point was actually the location of the roughest set of rapids in the gorge. The Pot Point house was built in the 1800s, utilizing the wood from all the wrecked boats.
Michael Hicks / Flickr The Tennessee River Gorge Trust is fantastic when it comes to research projects and gorge appreciation. They really love this space, and we do, too!
Learn more about the gorge and how you can support this stunning Tennessee spot below:
Michael Hicks / Flickr
It’s the fourth largest river gorge - if you’re looking at the Eastern United States, that is. Still killer!
Charlene N Simmons - Flickr
Before the Hales Bar Dam was built in the early 20th century, the waters were known as being terrifying and rough. Even Thomas Jefferson wrote about the wild river he never saw.
Michael Hicks - Flickr
Michael Hicks caught this fantastic shot at Pot Point - those autumn colors are stunning!
Merchant Circle
Pot Point was actually the location of the roughest set of rapids in the gorge. The Pot Point house was built in the 1800s, utilizing the wood from all the wrecked boats.
The Tennessee River Gorge Trust is fantastic when it comes to research projects and gorge appreciation. They really love this space, and we do, too!
In love with the Tennessee Grand Canyon? Check out these gorgeous scenic overlooks!
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