Clinton is a taste of Appalachia
Nestled on the bends of the babbling Clinch River just north out of Knoxville, Clinton is a picture of laid-back, small-town Tennessee. With the tree-clad ridges of the Appalachian Mountains rising to the north, and a smattering of historic pioneer attractions and 1950s cinema houses, Clinton vacation rentals are a great choice for a whole range of travelers. You could break out and be strolling the Chuck Swan State Forest or the heritage-rich Cumberland Gap, or go south, to see the redbrick warehouses and 1800s depots of Knoxville's Old City – both in under an hour.
Appalachian history and wild tigers in Clinton
In a flurry of trotting horses and grazing sheep, red-faced barns and rickety old cabins, the iconic living Museum of Appalachia is where most folk will head to get to grips with Clinton. It's packed with timber-raised market stalls, old farming huts, period-style churches, and a menagerie of Native American art and agricultural tools from centuries gone by. After that, the hands-on wildlife experience at the Little Ponderosa Zoo is the perfect choice for capping off a day with the family. You'll come face-to-face with camels, ostriches, and even roaring tigers…
Clinton has the country enjoyments of Tennessee
Clinton vacation rentals close to Appalachia offer a fine base for exploring one of America's most iconic wildernesses. Pack the walking boots, fold up the waders, and get ready for a real medley of outdoor pursuits. You'll need to head just a little to the north for them, where a land of sandstone bluffs, gushing rivers, thick forests, and the rising ridges of the mountains begin. Then, it's all about pitching the tent, cracking out the picnic, finding the best birding spots, mounting the fishing rod, hiking the winding trails – you get the picture.
Come to Clinton when the sun's a-shining
Because so many of Clinton's attractions are located outdoors – its al fresco zoo, its living Appalachian museum, the beautiful backcountry of the Appalachian peaks – it's certainly worth planning your trip here for when the sun's shining. To get the best chance of that, you should search for your Clinton vacation rentals between May and October. The summer, from June to August, is typically the busiest on account of school vacation periods. The fall, in September and October, looks truly beautiful as the Tennessee forests begin to change color.
Exploring the natural features in Clinton
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Clinton is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Norris Dam State Park (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- World's Fair Park (15.2 mi / 24.4 km)
- Ijams Nature Center (18.2 mi / 29.4 km)
- Norris Lake (18.8 mi / 30.2 km)
- Frozen Head State Park (20.7 mi / 33.3 km)
- Big Ridge State Park (14.6 mi / 23.5 km)
How to get to and around Clinton
The nearest airport is in McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), located 22 mi (35.5 km) from the city center.
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