5 Things To Do With Your Weekends If You Go To Maryville College
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5 Things To Do With Your Weekends If You Go To Maryville College

A list of Saturday boredom killers.

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5 Things To Do With Your Weekends If You Go To Maryville College
Beau Branton

Maryville College has the best location of any college in Tennessee. Located just a short drive up US-321 is the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Drive a little further and you will reach Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, where there is plenty of stuff to do. If that’s not enough, head up US-129N and within 25 minutes you will reach downtown Knoxville. Whether it’s a nightclub you're looking for or a place for Sunday brunch, Knoxville has got you covered. Here are 5 things you can do on a Maryville College weekend:

1. Go explore Cades Cove

Cades Cove is the perfect way to spend a Saturday or Sunday. Pack a lunch, grab a couple friends and go up to Cades Cove! Located in the midst of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, this 11-mile loop is full of breath-taking mountain views and wildlife that will make any iPhone photographer happy. If you want an extra special experience, force yourself to get up extremely early and get up there just as the sun is rising. The fog just begins to lift and most of the wildlife are out feeding. It’s worth it, I promise!

2. Stroll Market Square/Farmer’s Market

In the fall, Market Square is home to a fairly large Farmer’s Market. On Saturday mornings only, you can check out what local vendors have to offer and maybe leave with a great find. From natural hand soaps to license plate art, there is something for everyone. The best part about it is most everything there is handmade by the person in the tent. That’s pretty cool if I do say so myself.

3. Head up to Dollywood

In my opinion, Dollywood is the best amusement park in Tennessee. Located about a 45-minute drive away from campus in Pigeon Forge is Dolly Parton’s theme park, Dollywood. Home to 7 thrilling roller coasters, and plenty of other activities, such as live shows and an arcade. During Christmas, the buildings are lit beautifully with Christmas décor.

4. Hit up Club NV

Club NV is located in Downtown Knoxville’s Old City. Club NV is the only club that allows you to be under the age of 21. Anyone 18+ can enjoy dancing with friends, great music, and downtown Knoxville’s nightlife with one easy-to-get-to location.

5. Hang out at Louisville Point Park

Located about 15 minutes from campus, Louisville Point Park sits on the Tennessee River. Louisville Point Park has Kayak and Paddle Board rentals, a swimming area, plenty of pine trees for eno-ing, and a sand volleyball court. Spending a day at Louisville point park is a nice getaway that won't end up costing you an arm and a leg.

What do you do on the weekends?

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