From the Creek

Stories, tips, and trail guides from the Cumberland Plateau.

Tennessee fall foliage peak colors on the Cumberland Plateau

July 1, 2026

Tennessee Fall Foliage Peak: When and Where to See It on the Cumberland Plateau

Tennessee fall foliage peaks at different times across the state. The Cumberland Plateau hits peak mid-to-late October, before...
cozy spruce cabin the getaway on Ranger creek coalmont TN cumberland plateau

June 24, 2026

A Romantic Getaway in Tennessee: Inside the New Cozy Spruce Cabin

The new Cozy Spruce Cabin at The Getaway on Ranger Creek is a romantic getaway in Tennessee perfect...
Geodesic glamping dome lit up at night, lodging near The Caverns for CaveFest 2026

June 21, 2026

Where to Stay for CaveFest 2026: A Real Bed Near The Caverns

CaveFest 2026 is built around camping. If you would rather have a real bed near The Caverns, here...
Things to do in Monteagle TN: South Cumberland Plateau overlook in Tennessee

June 10, 2026

Things to Do in Monteagle TN: A Local’s Guide to the South Cumberland Plateau

A local host's honest guide to things to do in Monteagle TN: where to eat, where to hike,...
Geodesic glamping dome lit up at night, lodging near The Caverns for CaveFest 2026

May 31, 2026

Looking for Hotels in Pelham, TN? Here’s Where to Actually Stay Near The Caverns

There are no hotels in Pelham, TN. Here's where to actually stay near The Caverns, about thirty minutes...
Savage Gulf waterfalls flowing through Big Creek Gulf canyon Tennessee

May 31, 2026

The Hidden Waterfalls of Savage Gulf: Big Creek Gulf, Boardtree, and Ranger Falls

The Savage Gulf waterfalls most people miss: Big Creek Gulf, Boardtree, and Ranger Falls. What to know before...
Scandinavian Cabin at The Getaway on Ranger Creek, Cabin Rental

May 27, 2026

Weekend Getaway from Louisville: Yes, It’s Worth the Drive to Tennessee

A weekend getaway from Louisville to Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau: the 4.25-hour drive, waterfalls, The Caverns, and where to...
Tennessee mountain highway, a scenic weekend getaway from Atlanta to the Cumberland Plateau

May 10, 2026

Weekend Getaway from Atlanta: The Tennessee Mountain Escape You Haven’t Tried Yet

A weekend getaway from Atlanta Georgia to the Cumberland Plateau is approximately 2.5 hours. The Getaway on Ranger...

May 6, 2026

The Caverns in July 2026: Todd Rundgren, ALLEYCVT, moe., and a Month That Doesn’t Want to Work

The Caverns July 2026 concerts include Todd Rundgren, ALLEYCVT Supersonic Caverns II, Watchhouse, Chanticleer, moe., and more. The...
Bonnaroo 2026 festival crowd at sunset with main stage in the background

May 3, 2026

Your Bonnaroo Survival Guide (And the Best Place to Sleep That Isn’t a Tent)

Bonnaroo 2026 tips and survival guide. What to pack, when to arrive, and why glamping 40 minutes away...
Chattanooga Tennessee riverfront Tennessee Aquarium day trip Cumberland Plateau

April 29, 2026

Chattanooga in a Day: The Best Things to Do an Hour from the Cumberland Plateau

A day trip Chattanooga from Cumberland Plateau is about an hour from The Getaway on Ranger Creek. Tennessee...
Fiery Gizzard Trail Tennessee rocky gorge sandstone waterfall South Cumberland

April 22, 2026

The Fiery Gizzard Trail: One of Tennessee’s Most Legendary Hikes Starts Near Our Door

The Fiery Gizzard Trail Tennessee runs 12.5 miles through South Cumberland State Park and is one of the...