With warm weather right around the corner, it seems fitting to share some of our favorite spring activities.

Here are a few ideas for our Northeast and Southeast Tennessee folk to kick off your spring season. PSA: none of them involve any sort of spring cleaning.

Hiking

Northeast Tennessee:

One of the best times of year to go on a hike is in the spring and Buffalo Mountain Park showcases some of Johnson City’s best views. The blossoming trees and temperate weather make this month one of the best times to explore this iconic sight. Check out what else the Appalachian Mountains have to offer at 10 of The Best Hikes in Northeast Tennessee.

Southeast Tennessee:

Benton Falls sits right at the top of favorite hiking spots for Chattanoogans. Its beautiful trees and breathtaking 65 foot tall waterfalls have captivated the hearts of hiking fanatics for years. This spring check out Benton falls as well as some of the other famous places to hike in Chattanooga 5 Great Hikes in Chattanooga.

Fishing

Northeast Tennessee

Up in Northeast Tennessee, South Holston Lake prides itself on great fishing. The reservoir’s water clarity and low productivity make the fishing unbeatable. Tennessee Wildlife Resources reports  “Quality smallmouth and largemouth bass fisheries are present. Walleye, rainbow trout, black crappie, and catfish are other popular game fish. The forage base is made up of a mixture of gizzard shad, threadfin shad, alewife, bluegill, and various minnows.” Check out Fishing at South Holston Lake for some more fishing tips this spring.

Southeast Tennessee

Chickamauga Lake is a favorite fishing spot for many Chattanooga residents. Chickamauga Reservoir offers a variety of habitat types such as, stumps, laydowns, humps, points, rocky shorelines, aquatic vegetation, and others that support a variety of fish species. A calm early morning out on this beautiful lake sets anyone up for the chance to enjoy some amazing bass fishing. Evan Anderson shares 3 Bass Fishing Secrets of Lake Chickamauga to help you out in your fishing endeavors this season.

Biking

Northeast Tennessee

Although the  Appalachian Mountains are breathtaking, they don’t always create the most leisurely biking environment. However, we’ve managed to find the best of both worlds on the famous Tweetsie Trail. The beautiful winding trail takes you through a myriad of parks, quarries, and trailheads all while gazing at the beautiful mountains. Tweetsie Trail is family friendly, safe, and easy to navigate. This site, Tweetsie Trail- City of Johnson City, provides a map and other activities around the area.

Southeast Tennessee

Explore the scenic city of Chattanooga from the seat of a bike! It can be overwhelming knowing where is safe and where in the city has biking paths, but Bike Chattanooga Bicycle Transit System has both of these covered. According to their website, this system gives adult riders of all skill levels 24/7 access to 325, 7-speed cruiser bicycles and 15 electric bicycles docked in 40 stations throughout the downtown Chattanooga area. This is an amazing opportunity for those who may not have a bike and/or are new to the area. If you are looking for something more adventurous, check out Best Trails & Maps near Chattanooga for self-guided opportunities.

Capitalize on these fun, family friendly activities this spring and enjoy your Carefree 2023, because after all, boating is still our top choice 😉