Attendees at the 2024 Rural Tourism Conference who have a passion for experiencing and learning about new trends and opportunities for the tour and travel business in rural communities have a thrilling experience waiting for them October 21-23, 2024 in Obion County, Tennessee.

From eagles to white squirrels and sunken cypress trees to dinosaurs, Northwest Tennessee is filled with unique characteristics and attractions just waiting to be explored. Because of nearby Reelfoot Lake, a 15,000 biodiverse ecosystem created by a series of earthquakes in 1811 and 1812, the area has long been a mecca for hunters, birdwatchers, and outdoor water sports enthusiasts.

Discovery Park of America, a 100-million-dollar museum and heritage park in Obion County features three conveniently located hotels connected to the park; it’s the perfect venue for a conference on rural tourism. The addition of these and other tourist-friendly assets has sparked a dramatic increase in tourism for the region.

From galleries and restaurants to wineries and orchards, the breathtaking scenic beauty of forested rolling hills mixed with carpets of lush green fields, now lead visitors to a whole new experience around every corner.

Conveniently located only an hour-and-a-half from Jackson, two hours from Memphis, and three hours from Nashville, the area is easy to get to and serviced by several major interstate systems.