- The list below includes 48 free or cheap things to do in or near Erwin, Tennessee, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Rafting, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- From Nolichucky River to Rock Creek Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Erwin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Johnson City, Greeneville, Jonesborough and Kingsport.
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The Nolichucky River runs through both North Carolina and Tennessee. It features Class III and Class IV whitewater rapids for rafters and flows for 8 miles through a scenic mountain gorge that has most of its excitement at the beginning.
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Day-use and extended stays are offered at Rock Creek Park. Many outdoor activities are offered in the area, including hiking, picnicking, swimming, biking, and public amphitheater performances during the summer.
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Several water-based packages are offered through USA Raft. Rather than just exciting whitewater rafting trips, they also provide family-friendly floating tours and caving adventures in the area in additional to possible lodging packages.
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Specializing on the Nolichucky River, Cherokee Adventures offers a different whitewater rafting experience than other companies in the area. This side river provides a variety of rapids through the 3000 foot gorge.
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Jones Branch Road, Erwin, TN 28713
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Trips through the Nolichucky Gorge are provided by Nantahala Outdoor Center Nolichucky River White Water Rafting. Since it is the steepest gorge east of the Mississippi River, adventurers can enjoy high-level rafting fun.
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Located in a frame house over a century old, the Unicoi County Heritage Museum maintains a permanent collection of local historical memorabilia. The collection includes railroad artifacts, pottery, and memorabilia from country stores.
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Erwin's Capitol Cinema I & II is a movie multiplex with two auditoriums. The theater screens primarily first-run Hollywood movies, some in 3D. It also offers a variety of concessions options.
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Fender's Farm and Corn Maze is a seven-acre corn maze with activities throughout for visitors of all ages. There's a petting zoo, hayrides and music. Other events are offered at an additional charge, including bull riding, paintball and sugar pie pumpkin decorating.
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Located in Johnson City, Tennessee, Willow Springs Park contains a huge playground, picnic facilities, shady trees, lush grassland spaces and convenient parking facilities. Visitors have a breathtaking view of the Smoky Mountains.
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3211 South Roan Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
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After descending 50 ft. underground, visitors can explore the depths of Carter Saltpeter Cave with an experienced guide from Appalachian Underground, LLC. During the excursion, visitors can see cave formations such as stalagmites, cave dwellers like bats, and underground streams.