Legends of the Fall: Things to do in the mountains now that Autumn is in bloom

As the first twinges of vibrant color begin their march from the high mountains to, eventually, the valley below, the message is clear:

Summertime has passed.

It’s now Autumn in the mountains.

Living in East Tennessee means you’re either in the mountains or near them.

But as is so often true in life, we can take for granted that which is right in front of us.

While people from the around the country - around the world, really - venture to our mountains to explore the splendor within, we can sometimes forget to partake in that exploration ourselves.

And so, as Fall prepares to enter full its full bloom, here are some ways you can get out into the mountains and experience the wonders that make East Tennessee one of the world’s most popular tourism destinations.

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