The Good Walk

CURRENT The Good Walk

The mural on State Street celebrates Bristol’s unique spot in the history of country music.

Walking Bristol, Walking Two States

We are in Bristol, the city that straddles the Tennessee/Virginia state line that has been made famous by a cartoon gecko standing in the middle of its main street and is also the congressionally designated “Birthplace of Country Music."
The 45-degree ascent of Knobby Rock is made over a bed of knotty rocks.

A Challenging 4.5 Miles: Walking Amid Kentucky Old Growth

Blanton Forest State Nature Preserve is home to healthy 100-foot hemlocks and other natural wonders.
The battle took place on Green River Road on a cold winter day.

Keeping History and Nature Alive: Cowpens National Battlefield

The South Carolina site of the Revolutionary War battle makes for an easy and informative walk.
Downtown Helen, Georgia, features Bavarian-style architecture.

Exploring Helen, Georgia and Unicoi State Park

Nothing too hard here, but lots of old-world-themed fun (and plenty to eat.)
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Treasure Our Trails: Walk Amid Volunteers’ Work

The Children’s Forest Long Loop Trail near Covington, Virginia, is an easy, history-laden 2.9-mile walk through a piece of George Washington / Jefferson National Forest.

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Knoxville Asian Festival, August 29-30,  Knoxville, Tennessee. Photo courtesy of Asian Culture Center of TN
Events

Fall 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

4th of July Parade & Festival, July 4, Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
Events

Summer 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

CALENDAR OF EVENTS