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The Perfect Day
Visitors can reflect and observe the park best by spending time in the memorial space, and walking the trails on both sides of the park to learn the history and view the historic Hiwassee Island.
Along the way, visitors can see the historic ferry crossing area along the Tennessee River.
Visitors should stay on designated trails and respect historical, protected, or sensitive areas.
Insider Information
In addition to the historical interpretation, visitors can experience the park as part of the broader Hiwassee River landscape. Wildlife viewing, birding, and seasonal changes in the river corridor offer a different perspective on the site beyond its historical significance.
Visitors are encouraged to be respectful while exploring the park. Wildlife is present in the area, and visitors should remain aware of their surroundings.
Preserving the Landscape
The name “Cherokee Trail of Tears State Park” reflects the park’s direct connection to the forced removal of the Cherokee people from their ancestral homelands in the southeastern United States during the 1830s. While the event is often referred to historically as “removal,” many Cherokee people use the term “Trail of Tears” because it more accurately reflects the lived experience of the journey, marked by grief, suffering, and the loss of thousands of lives.
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