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Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in downtown Nashville is unique in the Tennessee State Park system. This urban park was designed and…

Jun 13, 2023

A stone stage between two stone columns is in the foreground and the State Capitol building is in the background

Jun 13, 2023

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Pickett CCC Memorial State Park

If you drive about two and a half hours from Nashville to the very northeast corner of Middle Tennessee, you’ll arrive at Pickett CCC…

Jun 11, 2023

A small stone building with a wooden sign stating “Pickett State Park CCC Museum” in Pickett CCC Memorial State Park in Tennessee

Jun 11, 2023

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Endemic Plants at Couchville Cedar Glade SNA

While it’s not a state park, Couchville Cedar Glade State Natural Area is next to Long Hunter State Park about 30 minutes east of…

Jun 11, 2023

A brown metal sign on two poles states “Couchville Cedar Glade State Natural Area”

Jun 11, 2023

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Spring Thing at Long Hunter State Park

On Saturday, the Friends of Long Hunter State Park hosted their annual Spring Thing, a day of free nature classes and activities at the…

Jun 11, 2023

White vinyl sign with green lettering advertises Spring Thing event in Long Hunter State Park in Tennessee

Jun 11, 2023

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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park

After exploring frontier life at David Crockett Birthplace State Park, go a bit further back in time at Sycamore Shoals State Historic…

Jun 11, 2023

Statue of man pointing a rifle is in front of a stone building in Sycamore Shoals State Park in Tennessee

Jun 11, 2023

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David Crockett Birthplace State Park

Thanks to television shows and films, many people are familiar with pop culture’s version of Davy Crockett and his coonskin cap. (1) But he…

Jun 10, 2023

A small wooden cabin sits behind the park’s sign at David Crockett Birthplace State Park in Tennessee.

Jun 10, 2023

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Legacy of Tennessee State Parks Speaker Series

The Tennessee State Library and Archives hosted a speaker series to accompany its Tennessee State Parks exhibit.

Jun 10, 2023

Stone building with columns under blue sky in Tennessee

Jun 10, 2023

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Globetrotters

What Should I Eat in Your State’s Gas Stations?

I love finding local snacks and drinks on long road trips. What should I eat in your state’s gas stations?

Nov 27, 2022

A box of Goo Goo Clusters with an individually-wrapped Goo Goo Cluster in front of it.

Nov 27, 2022

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Gardening, Birding, and Outdoor Adventure

Seven Islands State Birding Park in Tennessee

I recently was in Knoxville, Tennessee, and I had a bit of extra time so I decided to visit Seven Islands State Birding Park. This day-use…

Sep 20, 2022

Two bees on bright yellow flowers in Tennessee’s Seven Islands State Birding Park

Sep 20, 2022

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Judging Doughnuts in Knoxville, Tennessee

I recently achieved a life goal. As a self-proclaimed doughnut connoisseur, I have always wanted to judge a doughnut competition. And last…

Sep 20, 2022

Several red velvet cake doughnuts with cream cheese frosting and red velvet crumbs in a white box at the Tennessee Valley Fair.

Sep 20, 2022

Maggie Gigandet

Maggie Gigandet

I’m a Nashville freelance writer focusing on the outdoors and unique interests. I’m an avid hiker and love the Tennessee State Parks! Visit maggiegigandet.com

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