4 Fun Summer Places to Visit Near Kingsport, TN

Kingsport, TN may boast a regal name, but that doesn’t mean the city lacks a lively spirit. Check out these fun places in the region where you can let loose.

Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium

If you’re a nature lover who lives for outdoor adventure, you’ll get your fill at this 3,500-acre park located at–appropriately enough–853 Bays Mountain Park Road. Hike nearly 40 miles of scenic trails, or you can safely witness nature’s marvels (from bobcats to raptors) at the nature center. You can even listen to the awe-inspiring howling of the wolf-pack.

If your interests lean more aquatic, see some action at the 44-acre lake. Or if you want an adrenaline-inducing challenge, test your mettle on the ropes course and zip-lines spanning hundreds of feet. For history buffs, take an immersive trip to a bygone era at an on-site living history farm. Or set your sights on the stars by observing the astronomical wonders at the planetarium.

Putt-Putt Fun Center 

It’s all in the name at this 346 W Stone Drive destination that’s sure to bring out your inner kid with family classics: miniature golf, arcades, go-karts, bumper cars, laser tag, and much more. Find out why this indoor delight is such a popular birthday destination.

If you want a more grown-up golfing experience, head over to 1901 Meadowview Parkway and play a few rounds at the world-class Cattails at MeadowView Golf Course brimming with beautiful Bermuda fairways and Bentgrass greens. Just don’t be too wowed by the six sparkling lakes lest they become your next water hazard.

More Awesome Athletics

Northeast Tennessee is home to minor league baseball’s Appalachian League. The boys of summer take to the field at 800 Granby Road’s Hunter Wright Stadium. Here, cheering fans are wowed by homers, steals, strikeouts, and amazing plays courtesy of the Kingsport Axmen. You never know what goodies you’ll score during the plentiful fan appreciation nights.

For fast car fiends, there’s NASCAR’s nearby Bristol Motor Speedway. But for high-octane action right in the heart of Kingsport take your seat at the city’s own speedway on 2961 N John B Dennis Hwy. Or take a few aquatic laps of your own at the Olympic-size swimming pool at 1820 Meadowview Parkway’s Kingsport Aquatic Center…also home to an aqua obstacle course, water slides, and lazy river.

Live Entertainment Spectaculars

The Renaissance Arts Center and Theatre, located at 1200 E Center St Ste 224, is Kingsport’s answer for fun-seekers yearning for a more laid-back experience. The center hosts art shows and concerts year-round, while the 350-seat theater is perfect for play lovers. You can even enjoy a leisurely picnic or game of horseshoes outside.

Every summer, Kingsport literally embodies the word fun with its annual FunFest: a multi-venue, 100-plus event fair and festival in one that kicks off in July for nine memory-filled days. Prep for FunFest with Toyota’s revamped, game-changing audio multimedia infotainment system. With the massive 14-inch touchscreen available on models from the Highlander to the Sienna, you can easily locate and store your favorite tunes.

Find a fun auto to be your ride-or-die. See us at Toyota of Kingsport and test-drive your selection from our energetic new and used inventories. 

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