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The Smoky Mountains are Calling You to Celebrate Winterfest 2024!

Published on Thursday, October 31, 2024

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Don’t Miss Wears Valley

Published on Friday, October 25, 2024

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Lesser Known Attractions in the Smokies

For those wanting to try something a little different during their stay, read to find our top choices for lesser know attractions in the Smokies.

Published on Friday, October 11, 2024

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Unique Theme Parks in Sevierville & Pigeon Forge

Looking for a different type of theme park, with your family, during your stay? Read about these unique theme parks in Sevierville and Pigeon Forge.

Published on Friday, August 30, 2024

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A Day Trip Through The Blue Ridge Parkway

When you’re visiting the Great Smoky Mountains – whether for a weekend or a week, a great day trip is a ride through the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Parkway – celebrating its 85^th birthday this year – connects Shenandoah National Park (read)

Published on Thursday, July 25, 2024

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Hiking In Cades Cove

Cades Cove  with its broad, lush, green valley surrounded by mountains is a can’t-miss kind of place, especially for hiking.

Published on Monday, June 3, 2024

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Take A Hike … In The Great Smoky Mountains

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

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4 Keys to Enjoying Smoky Mountain Wilderness

Check your backpack before hiking the twisted trails of the Smoky Mountain wilderness. Is everything you need securely inside? Carefully packing for any hiking trip is as important as a hiking buddy and people at home who know your plans and general (read)

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

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5 Fun Things to Do In Water

When you are planning a family vacation to the Smoky Mountains, you have to find things the kids will love. What could be better than a series of water activities on summer vacation?  They’ll keep you cool while providing a ton of fun. Here (read)

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

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Hiking Trails For Seniors

Published on Thursday, March 21, 2024

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One Time Adventures

If you are going to do something once, do it right and do it big. We have the five best one time adventures in the Great Smoky Mountains to do at least one time in your life.

Published on Thursday, December 7, 2023

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Waterfall Hikes

Are you looking for a waterfall hike? The Great Smoky Mountains National Park  is a popular vacation getaway  for good reason.  We have beautiful mountain peaks, many of the highest in the eastern US.  We’re also home to more than (read)

Published on Monday, September 25, 2023

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Explore the Cool Caves of the Great Smoky Mountains

Did you know you could explore cool caves when you visit the Smokies? Tennessee has more than 10,000 caves, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) has plenty for you on a visit to the area. More than 90% of the caves are located on private (read)

Published on Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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Top Cades Cove Hiking Trails

Cades Cove  is a favorite destination for many people visiting the Smokies with its broad, lush, green valley surround by mountains. More than 11 million people coming through the Smokies each year, and nearly 4 million of them choose a trip to Cades (read)

Published on Thursday, May 11, 2023

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Outdoor Activities In The Smokies

Zipline, hike, ride horses, ride roller coasters, play – there ae so many outdoor activities for families in the Smokies Anakeesta Anakeesta  is celebrating the flowers of spring with  Blooms & Tunes  April 14 – June 5. Also, putting the tunes in Blooms (read)

Published on Monday, April 3, 2023

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7 Outdoor Dining Restaurant Choices in the Smokies

“Nothing is so beautiful as Spring,” English poet Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote in the poem “Spring.” In the Great Smoky Mountains, spring comes with much joy as flowers bloom, the sun shines and outdoor dining restaurant experience becomes an option again (read)

Published on Monday, March 27, 2023

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Romance in the Great Smoky Mountains

When wedding bells are in the air and romance is what you crave, how about looking for romance in the Smoky Mountains. In fact, a Smoky Mountain Honeymoon is the perfect way to start your new life together! Are you getting married this year, or celebrating (read)

Published on Thursday, February 16, 2023

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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most pristine natural areas in the eastern United States. Smoky Mountain Information It’s a treasure trove of natural wonders, offering breathtaking mountain scenery, flowing rivers and streams (read)

Published on Friday, July 15, 2022

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Car Shows

Get your car show on for the rest of the summer and fall with these exciting Smoky Mountain events. August 12 – 14, 2022 Sparks Car Show In its 9^th year, the Sparks Car Show is 3 days at the Sevier County Fairgrounds at this family-run open event (read)

Published on Thursday, July 7, 2022

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Exploring Caves Near The Smokies

Looking for something cool to do this summer when it’s hot out? Try exploring caves or spelunking – Tennessee has some wonderful and interesting caves – more than 8,350 caves! Exploring Caves & Forbidden Caverns In Sevierville, (read)

Published on Thursday, June 9, 2022

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Cades Cove Hiking Trails

2022 Top Cades Cove Hiking Trails – Great Smoky Mountains Cades Cove is a favorite destination for many people visiting the Smokies with its broad, lush, green valley surround by mountains. More than 11 million people coming through the Smokies (read)

Published on Friday, June 3, 2022

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Guys’ Weekend

Guys’ weekend is just a short drive away when you plan a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. Whether it’s a Father’s Day (June 19, 2022 btw) trip with all the brothers and dad, a bachelor party or just a much-needed getaway (read)

Published on Friday, May 27, 2022

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Top 6 of Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge  has a rich history. In fact, did you know that it began as part of North Carolina? Then it grew into a forging village and a tourist city when the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was created. Today, there are so many attractions, restaurants (read)

Published on Friday, May 20, 2022

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Vacation In Gatlinburg

Are you ready to vacation in Gatlinburg? Families have flocked to Gatlinburg for years.  The myriad activities and attractions available keep every member pleased and occupied. Adults and kids alike can never claim boredom with the nature, amusement... (read)

Published on Friday, April 29, 2022

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Go-Kart Tracks in the Smoky Mountains

If you like the thrill of racing, Go-Kart tracks in the Smokies is where you wanna be.  Here are some of our favorite spots. Before you know it, they’ll be yours too. Ripley’s With 3 levels of tracks, Ripley’s Super Fun Park offers a place (read)

Published on Friday, April 15, 2022

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Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge

The Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge can be difficult decision to make, especially when you’re on limited time. So we decided to make it a little less taxing as you undergo the  Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge dilemma with a guide to which town might (read)

Published on Friday, April 8, 2022

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Outdoor Dining In The Smoky Mountains

Spring has sprung and what better way to celebrate than by enjoying some outdoor dining? We have the best places to enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains. Tom & Earl’s Back Alley Grill From snacks to burgers, paninis and salads, the Back Alley Grill (read)

Published on Friday, March 25, 2022

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Live Music In The Smoky Mountains

Find Live Music in the Great Smoky Mountains With a rich history in music, the towns of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains are filled with music year round – from bands at bars and restaurants and outdoor traveling musicians to festivals, holiday events (read)

Published on Tuesday, February 22, 2022

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Have a Smoky Mountain Honeymoon

When wedding bells are in the air and romance is what you crave, a Smoky Mountain Honeymoon is the perfect way to start your new life together! Are you getting married this year, or celebrating the day you did? For romance, adventure, good food and beautiful (read)

Published on Thursday, February 3, 2022

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Wilderness Wildlife Week

Spend a week in January learning and experiencing the history and present-day awesomeness of The Great Smoky Mountains with Wilderness Wildlife Week. The engaging and interactive Wilderness Wildlife Week is back in person Jan. 25-29, 2022, in Pigeon (read)

Published on Tuesday, December 21, 2021

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Fun For Kids Of All Ages

There are many Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg attractions that will provide hours of entertainment for the entire family. Whether you like museums, miniature golf, scenic helicopter rides, arcades, go carts, snow boarding, or ziplining, you& (read)

Published on Friday, December 17, 2021