Smoky Mountains – My Bear Foot Cabins

How To Avoid Crowds in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT How To Avoid Crowds in Pigeon Forge  Though the Smoky Mountains is one of the most popular and vibrant destinations in the southeast, there are easy ways to get away from crowds in Pigeon Forge and the Smokies during your vacation. To enjoy a peaceful and authentic Smoky Mountain … Read more

Safely Avoiding Bears in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT The Smoky Mountain area is one of the few places in the United States where wild black bears can be found living in their natural habitat. While this certainly adds to the appeal of those who want to observe these animals from a safe distance in the wild, it … Read more

Best Candy Shops in Gatlinburg

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT I would venture to say you have a favorite candy shop from your child. The bright colors, the rush of sugar, the crazy names and recipes. If you haven’t been to candy shop, (because they mostly don’t exist any longer) there are plenty of old-fashioned candy kitchens to whet … Read more

Where Do Locals Eat in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT The Smoky Mountains are known for a lot of amazing things like beautiful views, breathtaking nature experiences, and unforgettable attractions. The Smoky Mountains are one of the most unique destinations in the world. One of the area’s best qualities, though, is its vast options of cuisine and food choices. … Read more

Where to See Black Bears in the Smoky Mountains

Wondering where to see bears in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Of all of the beautiful wildlife of the Smoky Mountains, the American Black Bear ( Ursus americanus ) is one of the largest and most impressive species you can see in the national park. Better yet, bears are plentiful in the Smokies and live in … 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

Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge History

1. William Ogle Visits “The Land of Paradise” William Ogle traveled to the future site of Gatlinburg, TN, a place he called “The Land of Paradise” in 1802.  He was from South Carolina.  He, his wife, Martha Jane, and seven children, has a vision of a bright future.  He cut and hewed logs for a … Read more

Everything you need to know about Smoky Mountain Black Bears

  Bears in the Smokies Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the largest protected areas in the eastern United States where black bears can live in wild, natural surroundings. Bears inhabit all elevations of the park. Though populations are variable, biologists estimate that roughly 1,500 bears live in the park. This equals a … Read more

Activities to do with your Children in Eastern TN Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, BLUE AND GREEN PRINT “Hey Mom, Hey Dad What’s Next”?Your kids will love the Smoky Mountains Any one of the My Bearfoot Cabins are perfect for families.  Each cabin has a different floor plan and designed for all age groups.   No matter the ages of your group, there is something for everyone. … Read more

Things to Consider When Searching for the Perfect Smoky Mountain Vacation Getaway

Your Decision  So you’ve decided that renting a cabin in the Smokies is the most economical and enjoyable option for your upcoming mountain getaway. Great choice! Before beginning your hunt for the perfect cabin, check out these 8 useful tips.   Book Early  Folks generally start planning their Smoky Mountain summer getaways early in the … Read more

Smoky Mountain Antique Shopping

WEBSITE LINKS: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Smoky Mountain Antiques WHERE DO YOU FIND YOUR TREASURES? What better place to hunt for unique treasures than the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. You will be surrounded by the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. Here is an alphabetical list of some ‘Pickin’ Places’ in the Smokies … Read more