Maynardville Tennessee HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE


Listed below are the best hiking trails and places to hike near Maynardville, Tennessee.


1. House Mountain State Natural Area Ascend rugged switchbacks through lush forest to panoramic Appalachian vistas at House Mountain State Natural Area, the highest point in Knox County.


2. Norris Dam State Park Discover a classic Tennessee wilderness experience with scenic lake views, forested ridges, and miles of well-marked hiking trails at Norris Dam State Park.


3. Seven Islands State Birding Park Traverse rolling meadows and woodlands along the French Broad River at Seven Islands State Birding Park, a haven for wildlife and hikers alike.


4. Great Smoky Mountains National Park Immerse yourself in the Southern Appalachians' wild beauty at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, famed for its ancient forests, waterfalls, and diverse hiking trails.


5. Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Step back in time as you explore rugged wilderness trails and historic mountain passes at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, where Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia meet.



6. Big Ridge State Park Wind through forested ridges and tranquil lake shores on scenic hiking loops at Big Ridge State Park, just minutes from Maynardville.


7. Chuck Swan State Forest Roam remote backcountry trails and dense hardwood forests at Chuck Swan State Forest, a pristine destination for wilderness hiking and solitude.


8. Frozen Head State Park Challenge yourself on rugged mountain trails through old-growth forests and up to summit vistas at Frozen Head State Park's wild Cumberland Plateau landscape.


9. Panther Creek State Park Explore a picturesque blend of forested hills, lakeshore, and scenic overlooks on more than 30 miles of hiking trails at Panther Creek State Park.


10. Cherokee National Forest Venture into a vast expanse of Appalachian wilderness on Cherokee National Forest's extensive network of backcountry and day hiking trails.