Howling Wolves, Stars, & History
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ABOUT
Howling Wolves, Stars, & History
Whether you’re traveling with the pack or howling up the road as a lone wolf, this ride holds a destination well worth the visit. Just a few twists of the throttle will take you to a land where wolves, deer, wild turkeys, and otters thrive alongside owls, beavers, and falcons. When you see the rippling, glistening water of the mountain lake, you’ll know you’ve reached Bays Mountain Park.
DIRECTIONS
FROM HOLIDAY INN JOHNSON CITY
L – at light US 11E / US 19W / TN 36, 14.5 mi
R – TN 93 N, 1.4 mi
Memorial Blvd / Blountville Exit
L – TN 126, 1.4 mi
R – TN 36 / TN 126 / TN 355, 3.6 mi
R – Netherland Inn Rd, 2.6 mi
L – US 11W, 6.1 mi
L – Goshen Valley Rd, 2.4 mi
L – Mountain View Rd / Blairs Gap Rd / TN 347, 8.7 mi
L – Reservoir Rd, 5.3 mi
R – I-26, 16.8 mi
Exit 20, Roan St
L – US 11E / US 19W, 0.3 mi
SIGHTS ALONG THE WAY
NEARBY
ATTRACTIONS
- Gypsy Circus Cider + BBQ Smokehouse – Award-winning cider and savory BBQ in a fun, unique setting.
- Exchange Place – Step back in time at this living history farm.
- The Original Pal’s – A regional fast-food icon where excellent customer service is key.
- Kingsport Carousel & Park – Hand-carved charm and family-friendly fun.
- Downtown Kingsport – Stroll, shop, and savor in a vibrant city center.
- Riverfront Seafood Company – Fresh seafood and river views.
- Netherland Inn Museum – Historic 1800s inn with rich ties to early American river trade.
- Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium – Nature trails, wildlife habitats, and a stellar planetarium experience.
- The Gift Box – Unique finds and local treasures for any occasion.
- Gray Fossil Site & Museum – Step into prehistory at this active dig site and museum.