Road Trips from Franklin, TN
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
27
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
22
Under 2 hours
19 total in this range
Alexandria, TN
1h 21m64.6 mi one way
Decherd, TN
1h 43m73.9 mi one way
Sewanee, TN
1h 51m90.5 mi one way
Jamestown, TN
40m30.5 mi one way
Pleasant View, TN
1h 28m62.9 mi one way
Full-day getaway
6 total in this range
Grimsley, TN
2h 35m132.1 mi one way
Knoxville, TN
3h 38m196.5 mi one way
Mascot, TN
3h 56m209.4 mi one way
Fairmount, TN
2h 52m142.4 mi one way
Apison, TN
3h 2m150 mi one way
Weekend trip
Browse by Mood
Grimsley, TN
2h 35m132.1 mi one way
Alexandria, TN
1h 21m64.6 mi one way
Kingsport, TN
5h 26m292.8 mi one way
Decherd, TN
1h 43m73.9 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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