Stretching from the crest of the Appalachians in the east through mid-state cedar glades to the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River in the west, Tennessee offers a wealth of geographic and environmental diversity. One of the oldest states west of the Appalachian Mountains, the Volunteer State is rich in history, and many campgrounds in the book are located at Civil War sites. Author Johnny Malloy guides readers not only to the region""s best campsites, but also to recreational and cultural activities nearby. A veteran woodsman and author, he expounds on the area""s history or ecology along the way. Whether readers are native Tennesseans in search of new territory or a vacationer on the lookout for that dream campground, this book will help them unlock the secrets to the best tent camping that Tennessee has to offer.