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Historical Places in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is ideal for history buffs! There are historical landmarks throughout the park. To help make the most of your next vacation, here’s the top 6 historical places in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Walker Sisters Place The Walker Sisters Place is a log cabin … Read more

The Amazing Great Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Great Smoky Mountains National Park stretches across more than 800 square miles of western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. The park is home to amazing wildlife, breathtaking views all year long and some of the oldest mountains in the world. The park welcomed a record 12,547,743 visitors in 2019, which is … Read more

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT The Gatlinburg SkyLift Park has added more attractions that will make you want to ride this Gatlinburg tradition! In addition to the SkyLift, visitors can walk across the Gatlinburg SkyBridge and relax on the SkyDeck. After riding to the top on the Gatlinburg SkyLift, you will exit onto the SkyDeck to … Read more

Smoky Mountain Alpine Coasters

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster Rated one of the best alpine coasters in the Smokies is the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster. This coaster has a length of 5,400 feet, which is a lot of track! The average cost per rider is about $15, but you can find coupons to cut down … Read more

Old Time Photos in Pigeon Forge

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Have you ever dreamed of dressing up like a gangster, cowboy or southern belle? You can now make that a reality at one of the Old Time Photo studios in Pigeon Forge! These fun studios offer the perfect opportunity to have a blast with your family and friends as … Read more

Tubing, Kayaking & Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

(WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD PRINT) When looking for 3-season excitement in the Great Smoky Mountains, tubing and white-water rafting are the answer. You can cruise down the river giggling and lazily relaxing with friends and family, or rush through white water, heart racing and laughing to get through – the Smoky Mountains has everything you … Read more

Best Ziplines in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT With countless zip line options available, it might be hard to decide where to go. Here is a list of some of the best places to zipline in the Smoky Mountains. CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains has been the top-rated zipline in Tennessee for many years! CLIMB … Read more

Popular Townsend, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Museums

(WEBSITE LINKS: CLICK THE BOLD, GREEN PRINT) Whether you’re looking to beat the heat in an air-conditioned building or avoid some rainy weather, visiting a museum is a great way to spend time indoors. The Smoky Mountains have a variety of museums displaying famous cars to artifacts from the Titanic. Hollywood Star Cars Museum The Hollywood … Read more

Dinner Shows and Theaters in Pigeon Forge

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Pigeon Forge is home to some of the best entertainment you will find. Make your experience even more special with a meal at a fabulous dinner theater. Whether you’re in the mood for comedy or live music, you’ll find it here. Here are 5 of the best dinner shows … Read more

Fall Foliage in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT There is nothing like fall in the Smoky Mountains! The Smokies offer some of the most spectacular fall colors you’ll ever see. This is a guide to everything you need to know about the fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains. The Best Time to See the Fall Foliage in … Read more

Planning a Day at Dollywood

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Dollywood parks offer an amazing experience and escape into the Great Smoky Mountains with thrilling rides, a water park, food and the high-energy entertainment and expert craftspeople. Like other popular amusement parks, Dollywood can be crowded and require a part of your vacation budget. Keep reading for ideas to save. Dollywood … Read more

Scenic Drives In The Smoky Mountains TN

WEBSITES. CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PIRNT The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was created in 1934. The park was created for the natural beauty, the flowing waterfalls, and to conserve natural resources. During this period, the automobile was becoming more affordable.  Therefore, the Smokies were created with auto touring in mind. 88% of Great Smoky … Read more

Swimming Holes in the Smoky Mountains

When summer temperatures rise on your Smoky Mountain vacation, an you’re wanting to find a place to hop in some water you are in the right place.  The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has more than 2,100 miles of flowing water! With this much wate, there many places to go.  Grab your sunglasses and swimsuit, … Read more

Smoky Mountain Secret Spots

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country, with over 11.4 million annual visitors. This is as many visitors as Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon combined!  A popular national park can sometimes mean big crowds during busy times of year. If you’re … Read more

Top Gatlinburg Attractions

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT With so many candy shops, thrill rides, and sight-seeing opportunities, it can be overwhelming when planning the family vacation. The following list will hopefully guide you, and ensure a Gatlinburg favorite will not be missed. Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Stingrays and sharks fly overhead. Jellyfish float about, their … Read more

The Smokies Are ‘Magical’ In More Ways Than One

(WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Impossibilities – Magic, Mindreading and Mayhem! In the heart of downtown Gatlinburg is this unique magic show, which is staged in the Iris Theater in the main level of the Space Needle attraction. Magical comedian Chris Collins and mentalist Erik Dobell deliver a night of magic, reality-shattering mind reading and … Read more

CAVERNS AND CAVES OF THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Forbidden Caverns Looking for a unique attraction while visiting the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee? Forbidden Caverns is a cave under the Great Smoky Mountains where natural caverns are large and amazing! Tour guides take you on an fascinating journey through the cave and tell you the history and … Read more

Waterfalls Make Your Smoky Mountain Vacation Memorable

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Smoky Mountain Waterfalls are some of the most spectacular in the South. There are waterfalls ranging from 25 feet to 180 feet! The waterfalls featured here are ideal for those who are more interested in the waterfall itself, than a hike to see it. However, there are some waterfalls featured … Read more

The Best Adventures in The Smoky Mountains TN

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Tennessee is known for great people, great food, music, and beautiful landscapes. There’s also hidden gem that might escape your list of things to do if you’re coming for a visit – the Great Smoky Mountains. Tennessee has beautiful, mighty mountains deep within its territory. They may not be … Read more

Challenging Escape Games That Will Test You

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Gatlin’s Escape Games Race against the clock to conquer the 3 themed escape rooms at Gatlin’s Escape Games! These thrilling games at Gatlin’s Fun Center feature props, lighting and sound effects to add to all of the fun! The Legend of Atlantis challenges you to find your way through … Read more

Synchronous Elkmont Fireflies Event in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD BLUE PRINT Fireflies, or lightning bugs, can be found in many parts of the United States, but the Great Smoky Mountains is where thousands of visitors year after year flock to see the Elkmont fireflies.  Every year, in late May and early June, the Elkmont fireflies (sometimes also referenced to as … Read more

Llama Hiking in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD PRNT So, hiking with llamas, you say? Not the most common thing you would expect to do, however, until you try it, you won’t be let down! Imagine yourself, on a trail among tall trees in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. At your side is a fluffy, unique animal that you probably have … Read more

Ober Mountain ~ So Much To Do ~ Year Round

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Ober Mountain in Gatlinburg, TN offers year round fun and excitement for the entire family.  The beauty is an added plus, and you can do all activities and adventures at one location.                                   … Read more

First Time Visitor Activities to the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD PRINT The Smoky Mountains have everything you need for a dream vacation including world class theme parks and breathtaking views. The activities are endless in the area.  It can be hard fitting it all into one trip. To assist you having an amazing first trip,  these 6 must do venues in … Read more

Year Round Snow Tubing is Here – Pigeon Forge Snow

WEBSITE LINK: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT “Snow tubing fun all year long! Pigeon Forge Snow is the first indoor snow facility in the entire United States that offers REAL snow all year long. It uses state of the art snowmaking technology to transform its 35,000 square ft. indoor facility into a winter wonderland, complete … Read more