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. We all know about that one theme park in our area but did you know that Sevierville and Pigeon Forge both offer a few un places you don’t want to […]
Cabin vs chalet – what’s the difference?
Have you ever asked yourself, “what’s the difference between a cabin and chalet? If you’re planning a Smoky Mountain getaway, you should! When you decide to take a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains, naturally you want a great place to stay while visiting. The region offers a wide variety of vacation hideaways, from condos to […]
Top 10 Reasons To Visit The Smokies
The Great Smoky Mountains have so much to offer – from serenity to adventure, food and drink to world-class and unique entertainment, the reasons to visit are endless. Here are our top 10 reasons to visit: 1 Mountain Views Of all the national parks in the United States, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is […]
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 85th birthday this year – connects Shenandoah National Park, near Waynesboro, VA (Milepost 0) with Great Smoky Mountains National Park, near Cherokee, NC […]
Car Shows Summer 2024
Great Smoky Mountains is the site of car shows –also known as rod runs – where automobile enthusiasts bring their vehicles out to display. Not only can you view and explore the vehicles, you also can connect with people selling parts for your motorized baby. Car shows are for car enthusiasts showing off their pride […]
Wheelchair Accessible In The Smokies 2024
The Smoky Mountains and American Patriot Getaways cabins have many wheelchair accessible adventures and cabins. Though not ADA compliant, an accessible APG cabin is a property that typically has a level parking spot. In addition, it has no more than one step required for entry, utilizes a 3-foot or greater entry door, and include an entry-level bedroom […]
Smoky Mountain Webcams
Enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains and All Their Beauty no matter where you are, Via Smoky Mountain Webcams! Get ready for your trip to the Great Smoky Mountains by watching all the gorgeous scenery from one of the many webcams in the area. You can see if any snow has fallen in the park by […]
Happy anniversary Smoky Mountains!
Did you know that tomorrow is the big day we say Happy Anniversary to the Smoky Mountains? June 15th is the Smoky Mountains 90th birthday if you go by when Tennessee and North Carolina donated 300,000 acres of land to create the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It became official in 1926, when President Calvin […]
Celebrate the 90th Birthday of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park turns 90 on June 15, 2024. Join in the celebration by exploring the history, beauty, and adventures that this iconic park has to offer. Explore the intriguing history of the Smoky Mountains, from its inception to its official establishment in 1934. Learn how the dreams and efforts of individuals […]
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. More than 11 million people visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park each year, and nearly 4 million of them choose a trip to Cades Cove for its beauty, history, and wildlife. There are terrific hiking […]
