Fall and Winter Festivals 2023

How do we know it’s time for winter and fall festivals 2023? There’s a crispness in the air and the leaves are beginning to turn in their spectacular fashion in the Great Smoky Mountains. Fall festivals start this week! Townsend Fall Heritage Festival – September 29 – 30 In beautiful and unique Townsend, check out […]

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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 2900 miles of flowing streams. Flowing streams means plenty of waterfalls!  Ask any visitor to […]

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5 Ways To Avoid Crowds in Gatlinburg

Sometimes we just want to avoid crowds in Gatlinburg and get away from everyone except our loved ones when we vacation. The Great Smoky Mountains is perfect for doing just that. The Smokies are the place to enjoy the quiet of the mountains, a secluded cabin, walks in the woods, wildlife, fishing, or a peaceful […]

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Car Shows of July 2023

Car enthusiasts rejoice! There are more car shows coming up in the Great Smoky Mountains. Not only can you view and explore the vehicles, you also can connect with people selling parts for your motorized baby. Aug. 11-13 Mustang Invasion Run by the Mustang Club of America, the Annual Smoky Mountain Mustang Invasion is held […]

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Wheelchair Accessible Adventures

The Smoky Mountains and American Patriot Getaways cabins have many wheelchair accessible adventures and cabins. An accessible cabin is a property that typically has a level parking spot. In addition, they have no more than one step required for entry, utilize a 3-foot or greater entry door, and include an entry level bedroom and bathroom. The […]

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Celebrate Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day in the Smokies with a Guy’s Weekend or Family Outing. Whether it’s your dad or you are the dad you’re celebrating, the Great Smoky Mountains has everything you could possibly want for a guys’ Father’s Day weekend or a family weekend celebrating Dad. This year, Father’s Day is Sunday, June 18. Let’s […]

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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 Cove for its beauty, history, and wildlife. There are terrific hiking trails around […]

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Time For A Girls Trip

Catch up with your best girls with a girls trip to the Smokies. When it’s time to get away with the girls, the Great Smoky Mountains has everything you might want – from great food and unique restaurants to spas, amazing hikes, shopping, and cabins with great amenities for all the laughs and luxury. With […]

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