Summer vacation looks a bit different this year so we're helping you embrace the STAY-cation!

We're all trying to stay closer to home this year and while that might mean your typical summer vacation was canceled, it doesn't mean there's no way to enjoy the summer. So, we've compiled a list of staycation spots within driving distance of Knoxville. Stay safe and enjoy! 

1. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

"Imagine a wall of water falling 60 feet into a boulder-strewn gorge, a whispering mist that kisses the face and a magical moonbow visible on a clear night under a full moon. Known as the "Niagara of the South," the 125-foot wide curtain of water is dramatic day or night. But it's only at night during a full moon that you can see the moonbow, a phenomenon not found anywhere else in the Western Hemisphere!"

2. Roanoke, Virginia

"Take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Shop at the markets and boutiques in Downtown Roanoke and Salem. Hike on a trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Go for a ride in America's East Coast Mountain Biking Capital. Discover wildlife while kayaking on the Upper James River Water Trail. Dine at a local restaurant and enjoy fresh, amazingly prepared ingredients, or sample the craft beverage scene.

Watch the sunset aboard a boat at Smith Mountain Lake. All these things to do and more can be part of your Blue Ridge Day."

3. Atlanta, Georgia

"World-class restaurants, festive nightlife, professional sports teams and an abundance of attractions and events help make Atlanta the center for entertainment in the South. Visitors can experience a diverse and thriving cultural scene at the city's many theatres, museums, galleries and concert halls. Explore the state capital's role in historic events at museums like the Atlanta History Center, Center for Civil and Human Rights and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site. Marvel at the Georgia Aquarium, taste iconic flavors at the World of Coca-Cola and go behind the scenes at the CNN Studio Tour. Explore the city's diverse culinary scene, and see why shoppers love Atlanta for everything from boutiques to antiques."

4. Chattanooga

"Tucked between the mountains of Southeast Tennessee, along the beautiful Tennessee River, Chattanooga is one of America's most breathtaking cities. There's a world of outdoor adventure, amazing restaurants, live events, art and world-class attractions waiting for you here."

5. Alpine Helen, Georgia

"Immerse yourself in the Bavarian village of Northeast Georgia! It's more than a bustling, artistic shopping district; the smells and sights will delight your senses. Feast on delicious German delicacies and float the beautiful Chattahoochee. 

The Chattahoochee River flows gently through Helen, a re-creation of a Bavarian Alpine village, complete with cobblestone streets. Local history is linked to the Cherokee Indians and early settlers who came to mine for gold and work in the lumber industry. Helen now has more than 200 specialty and import shops offering everything from candle making and glass blowing to cuckoo clocks and quilts. Dining options range from traditional German fare to traditional Southern. "

6. Maggie Valley

"Maggie Valley, situated in North Carolina’s stunning Great Smoky Mountains, is known for its unrivaled location and friendly, small-town character. When you visit Maggie Valley, you’re sure to discover the meaning of Southern hospitality wherever you go and whatever you do.

Maggie Valley boasts a rich mountain history and has everything you need, from unique shops and restaurants to great places to stay, no matter the season. If you like to get off the beaten path, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway are just a hop and a skip away."