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Don’t Miss Wears Valley

Situated between Pigeon Forge and Townsend, Wears Valley is an elevated valley that provides an entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park . Don’t miss Wears Valley! Wears Valley is located 11 miles from Pigeon Forge, 15 miles from Gatlinburg (read)

Published on Friday, October 25, 2024

Activities

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.

The Sinks
Here are our favorite attractions for off the beaten path adventures.  The Sinks   The (read)

Published on Friday, October 11, 2024

Seasonal

Spend Halloween in the Great Smoky Mountains

Frightful Fall Fun As the nights become shorter and the chill in the air deepens, spooky sightings and thoughts abound. Why not spend Halloween in the Great Smoky Mountains with haunted houses, spooky events and tours and charming festivals? Ripley&rsquo (read)

Published on Thursday, October 3, 2024

Seasonal

The Best Time & Places to See Fall Foliage

It’s almost time – for fall colors!  If you’re planning a trip to see fall foliage in the Smokies, timing is everything. Just a couple weeks too early or too late makes all the difference in you want to see the expansion of colorful (read)

Published on Thursday, September 26, 2024

Shopping

Visit the Village in Gatlinburg, A Must See When in Tennessee

Planning to visit Gatlinburg soon? Don’t miss out on The Village. Located on the Parkway at traffic light #6, The Village Shops offers over 27 unique shops, eateries and galleries. There truly is something for everyone. Spend the afternoon walking (read)

Published on Thursday, September 19, 2024

Activities

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 (read)

Published on Friday, August 30, 2024

Helpful Tips

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 (read)

Published on Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Seasonal

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 (read)

Published on Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Seasonal

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 (read)

Published on Thursday, June 13, 2024

Seasonal

Mother’s Day 2024

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12 – take mom – or yourself – on a girls’ weekend in the Great Smoky Mountains for Mother’s Day! There is so much to do and so many ways to relax.

Let’s start with the pampering!
Get pampered (read)

Published on Monday, April 8, 2024

Helpful Tips

Smoky Mountain Cabin

  As the vibrant hues of spring paint the landscape, there’s no better time to escape to the serene embrace of a Smoky Mountain Cabin. Embrace the crisp mountain air and the sweet melodies of nature as you embark on an unforgettable adventure (read)

Published on Monday, March 18, 2024

Seasonal

Live Music in the Smokies 2024

There’s nothing like live music. And the Great Smoky Mountains has venues for every genre. Here are some of our favorites spots. The Island
Whether it’s the best Bluegrass in front of Ole Smoky Moonshine, some Jimmy Buffet tunes at Margaritaville (read)

Published on Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Seasonal

Christmas Shopping In The Smokies 2023

  Whether you are Christmas shopping or Hanukkah shopping, the towns in the Great Smoky Mountains have shops with something unique for everyone on your list. Enjoy snacks and entertainment while you’re there! Find original hand-made art (read)

Published on Tuesday, December 12, 2023