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Aug 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
New Clinch River Valley State Park opens in East TN
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Clinched River Valley State Park was dedicated Friday, Aug. 21, with a ceremony along the Clinch River. The new state park, located about 70 miles northeast of Knoxville and 50 miles west of Kingsport, adds a new chapter to a longtime regional attraction by highlighting one of Tennessee’s most unique waterways.
WHO: State officials and community attendees (dedication ceremony participants)
WHAT: Dedication of Clinch River Valley State Park along the Clinch River
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026
WHERE: Clinch River Valley State Park (along the Clinch River), East Tennessee
WHY: The park was dedicated through a public ceremony, marking its opening as a new state park.
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