From the powerful Mississippi River snaking along Tennessee's western edge to vistas in the Great Smoky Mountains in the east, the Volunteer State is home to sone of the most stunning scenic beauty in the nation.

As part of a new USA TODAY network project showcasing breathtaking -- and perhaps, underappreciated -- views throughout the United States, we present the Most Treasured Views in Tennessee.

These are some of the most beautiful landmarks, scenic vistas and hidden gems in the state.

Here’s how to see them:

Sunsets along the Mississippi River in Memphis

Memphis is known for many landmarks from Beale Street to Mud Island, but one of its most beautiful treasures isn't a place at all, but an event that happens daily: the sunset over the Mississippi River. The river winds its way across Memphis' western borders offering multiple spots to take in the sunsets that happen across the river from the city. Tom Lee Park on Riverside Drive in downtown Memphis is known for its sunset views as well as Big River Crossing, which is the longest pedestrian and cyclist bridge across the Mississippi at one mile. Big River offers both views of the sunset and the Memphis skyline. Greenbelt Park spans the length of Mud Island and features a paved walking trail, dog park and benches to take in the views. All of these spots are free and open daily with hours that include sunset. Visit each park or landmark for detailed information on hours and accessibility.

The Hernando deSoto Bridge can be seen during sunset at Mud Island in Memphis, Tenn.

Blackberry Mountain

Developers of the luxury property Blackberry Mountain, the same family behind sister property Blackberry Farm located outside of Knoxville in Walland, Tn., decided to take the old, 1950s Millstone Gap fire tower atop Blackberry Mountain and turn it into the property's centerpiece restaurant maximizing the incredible views and sunsets from its 2,843-foot elevation. At the top of the stairs to the lookout tower are unobstructed views of East Tennessee in one direction and the Great Smoky Mountains in the other. At the bottom of the stairs is the chef-driven Firetower restaurant. Blackberry Mountain's Watchman Cabins are also at the top of the mountain and allow guests to watch spectacular sunrises in one state and sunsets in another. Blackberry is private land that is only open to guests of the property, but offers views of the Smoky Mountains that are unrivaled across the state. For more information, visit www.blackberrymountain.com or call 865-518-0900.

Savage Gulf and the Great Stone Door

Located about 30 miles south of McMinnville in Beersheba Springs, Tn., Savage Gulf State Park and Natural Area provides some of the state's most breathtaking views that are easily accessible an undisturbed. The Great Stone Door trail is an easy-to-moderate trail that winds about a mile out to a rock bluff exposing panoramic views overlooking the gulf hundreds of feet below. Take those views in and then do a trek up and down the Great Stone Door steps. There is no fee to access the trails that are pet-friendly (dogs must remain leashed). Make it a weekend away and either camp in the park or find some fun treehouses nearby like the Tree Lofts or Bolt Farm Treehouse. For more information, visit https://tnstateparks.com/parks/savage-gulf or call 931-692-3887