3 Fun Family Summer Day Adventures

The thick of summer is here and now is a great time to pack the car and hit the road for a little extra family fun, exploration, and learning.

We love our hometown, but we also love the surrounding area and all there is to see and do. Because of that, we wanted to share our top 3 favorite family-friendly day-trip adventures with you.

1. Take a hike—literally! Spend the morning, afternoon, or whole day at Big Cypress Tree State Park. This local gem, just 25-minutes from the Taylor Automotive dealership, offers a well-equipped picnic area and is home to beautiful Tennessee wildflowers, trees, and wildlife. Big Cypress Tree State Park is named for the national champion bald cypress tree that once lived in the park. According to the state park, the tree was the largest bald cypress in the United States but in 1976, during a lightning storm, a strike caused the tree to die after living for more than 1,350 years. Open at 8 a.m., you will love the quaint, clean, and relaxing natural area. What are you waiting for? Wrangle the family, pack your GMC vehicle, and make your way to the park!
2. Go on a safari! Located about an hour from the Taylor Automotive dealership, you can pack up the kids and take them to a drive-thru animal park. The Tennessee Safari Park includes 5.5 miles of safari area where your family can interact and feed animals right from your car. Plus, the park offers a walk-thru zoo area with a concession stand, playground, and petting zoo. Gates open at noon. Pricing information is available online.
3. Opt for a history lesson! In just under two hours, your family can make your way to Fort Donelson National Battlefield to see where Brigadier General, Ulysses S. Grant, and others created a pathway for a Union victory. Spend time at the National Cemetery, view the historic Dover Hotel, or walk along the Cumberland River Batteries.

As you can see—just a few miles away to upwards of 50 miles or more—the best family driving trips are those you get to and from without incident. Ensure your vehicle is up for the task with a maintenance tune-up or buy a new ride from Taylor Automotive GMC before your next big family adventure. The GMC vehicle of your dreams is not just out there, it is here!

Shop the Taylor Automotive GMC inventory online or stop by and see us—you will be in the driver’s seat in no time. At our dealership, we have devoted ourselves to helping and serving our customers to the best of our ability. We believe the cars, trucks, and SUVs we offer will meet your needs at the highest quality available. Questions? Contact us for more information.