Recreate Your Favorite Recipes from Gatlinburg at Home!
Missing the Smoky Mountains but a trip isn’t in the cards right now? You’re not alone! When you can’t make it to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge we have fun ways to bring the mountains to you in your very own home. We’ve even compiled our favorite list of recipes from Gatlinburg and recipes from Pigeon […]
Romantic Valentine’s Day Ideas in Gatlinburg
Oh St. Valentine! How will you celebrate your love this year on this heart-filled, candy and flower-laden Feb. 14? We have many ideas for celebrating in The Great Smoky Mountains – adventure filled, romantic, silly, cozy and fun. Here’s your guide to Valentine’s Day in Gatlinburg for 2021! Renew your vows! Titanic Sweetheart Month February […]
Everything You Wanted to Know About The Elkmont Ghost Town
A trip to Elkmont, Tennessee, is sure to be filled with mystery and storytelling. Once a settlers’ village, then a logging community, its lively existence came to an end as a wealthy visitors’ country club community that Smoky Mountains National Park let fade into its current dilapidated state. Just 15 minutes from Gatlinburg, Elkmont offers […]
The Best Late Night Eats in the Smoky Mountains
Hankering for something at 8, 9 or 10 p.m. after a full-day hiking or seeing a show, maybe ziplining or skiing, fishing or kayaking on Little Pigeon River? Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville have several options, even some open late-late like in the big cities. Gatlinburg Late Night Eats In Gatlinburg, there are several late-night […]
The Absolute Best Coffee Shops in the Smoky Mountains
Looking for a quick pick-me-up? How about a tasty pastry? Whether you want a warm cup of black coffee or a sweet, cold drink with all the extras, we have a coffee shop for you! Keep reading to find the best coffee shops in Smoky Mountains. Gatlinburg The Donut Friar The Village in Gatlinburg is […]
Have an Off Season Adventure in the Smoky Mountains!
Off season in the Great Smoky Mountains used to mean everything shut down. Not so anymore. January and February are great times to visit with smaller crowds and plenty to do and see – often at a discount! Check out these Winter specials for favorite mountain restaurants via the Pigeon Forge Chamber of Commerce and […]
Frequently Asked Questions about visiting Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Great Smoky Mountain Cabins
Those planning a Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge Smoky Mountain vacation usually have similar questions in mind when making their plans. Below are a number of frequently asked questions. Cabins, Chalets and Condos How many cabins does American Patriot Getaways rent? We manage more than 400 cabins in the Smoky Mountains. How big are your Gatlinburg cabins? […]
Where to See the Best Sunrises and Sunsets in the Smoky Mountains
Spectacular, breathtaking, awe inspiring. These are just a few words to describe the sunsets and sunrises that peer among the peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains. Here are some of the best spots to capture the incredible colors while visiting East Tennessee. Stimulating Sunrises Hiking to see a sunrise: Great Smoky Mountains National Park stretches across more […]
Your Guide to the Best Winter Activities in The Smokies
Embrace winter in the Great Smoky Mountains! There are so many winter activities to warm you up and make you smile. From skiing and snow tubing to hiking, trolley rides through the magic holiday lights, moonshine and wine tours to so much more! Don’t miss Ober Mountain! Ober Mountain is the place to go when you […]
Indoor Adventures in the Smoky Mountains
When it’s too hot or too cold outside for you, head inside for adventure, relaxation, food and fun in the Great Smoky Mountains. Whether you’re a kick-back-in-your-cabin stay inside kind of person or you want to get out but stay inside at museums and aquariums or you want indoor adventure, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have […]
