Getaway in Great Smokies
Soak in the breathtaking views of the peaks and valleys, rejuvenate your mind, body and soul, and create lasting memories
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Discover Your Mountain Home
Highlights of Smoky Mountain
Great Smokies - one of America's most beloved national parks
From the mist-shrouded peaks to the lush valleys adorned with vibrant foliage, to the magic of rushing rivers and cascading waterfalls, the Great Smoky Mountains offer a breathtaking blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure.
It offers something unique in each season. Wildflowers in spring, greenery in summer, foliage in fall, and snow-capped peaks in winter make for breathtaking scenery all year round.
Most popular gateway to the Great Smokies
| Gatlinburg
Home to the iconic Gatlinburg SkyBridge and Space Needle, Gatlinburg is known for its variety of shops, restaurants, and galleries. It also boasts a wide range of family-friendly attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Gatlinburg, a year-round amusement park and ski resort.
Home to the iconic Gatlinburg SkyBridge and Space Needle, Gatlinburg is known for its variety of shops, restaurants, and galleries. It also boasts a wide range of family-friendly attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Gatlinburg, a year-round amusement park and ski resort.
| Pigeon Forge
Home to the popular Dollywood theme park, Pigeon Forge offers a range of family-friendly attractions, including amusement parks, museums, live music and dinner shows, and outdoor activities such as zip line tour and horseback riding excursion.
Home to the popular Dollywood theme park, Pigeon Forge offers a range of family-friendly attractions, including amusement parks, museums, live music and dinner shows, and outdoor activities such as zip line tour and horseback riding excursion.
Things to do in Great Smokies
From thrilling outdoor adventures to award-winning shows, to unique shopping and dining experiences, there is truly something for everyone in the Great Smokies. Be sure to check out our social channels for additional local recommendations!
| Outdoor Adventures
- Hiking: There are over 800 miles of trails in the National Park, ranging from easy to strenuous.
- White Water Rafting: The Pigeon River, located just outside the national park, offers both mild and wild rafting options for all skill levels.
- Mountain Biking: The national park has several trails open to mountain biking, including the Gatlinburg Trail, the Oconaluftee River Trail, and the Deep Creek Trail.
- Rock Climbing: The national park offers several climbing areas, including the Chimneys and the Precipice.
- Ziplining: take in panoramic views of the park with a zipline adventure from one of several local operators, including Legacy Mountain Ziplines, Adventure Park Ziplines, and Wahoo Ziplines.
- Horseback Riding: Experience the natural beauty of the park on horseback with a guided ride from one of the area's stables, such as Sugarlands Riding Stables, Smoky Mountain Riding Stables and Five Oaks Riding Stables.
- Fishing: The park is home to over 2,000 miles of streams and rivers, offering opportunities for trout fishing. Popular fishing locations include Little River, Abrams Creek, Cosby Creek, West Prong of the Little Pigeon River.
- Cades Cove Loop: This scenic drive through the national park offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, historical sites, and hiking trails. Cades Cove is also home to several historic structures, including churches, log cabins, and barns.
| Top Hiking Trails
- Alum Cave Trail: 4.4 miles round trip, moderate difficulty, popular for its stunning views of the Smoky Mountains and unique geological features such as Alum Cave Bluffs.
- Chimney Tops Trail: 3.8 miles, strenuous difficulty, leads to a rocky outcropping with panoramic views of the park.
- Laurel Falls Trail: 2.6 miles round trip, easy difficulty, leads to one of the park's most iconic waterfalls with a paved trail and scenic views along the way.
- Rainbow Falls Trail: 5.4 miles, moderate difficult. This round-trip hike is known for its stunning waterfall and beautiful scenery, including views of Mount LeConte and the surrounding forests.
- Abrams Falls Trail: This 5.2-mile round-trip hike leads to a picturesque waterfall and swimming hole, with scenic views of the surrounding mountains and forests along the way
Top Attractions and Shows
Pigeon Forge
- Dollywood: Theme park owned by Dolly Parton with roller coasters, water rides, and live shows.
- Titanic Museum Attraction: Museum dedicated to the Titanic ship with interactive exhibits and displays.
- Hollywood Wax Museum: Museum with wax figures of famous Hollywood celebrities.
- The Island in Pigeon Forge: Shopping and entertainment complex with a giant Ferris wheel, arcade, and more.
- Top dinner shows: Dolly Parton's Stampede, Smoky Mountain Opry, Comedy Barn Theater, Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Feud , Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Show, Pirates Voyage Dinner Show.
Gatlinburg
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies: Aquarium with a variety of aquatic creatures and exhibits
- Ober Gatlinburg: Amusement park and ski area with an alpine slide, aerial tramway, and ice skating
- Anakeesta: An outdoor adventure park in Gatlinburg with a zip line, tree canopy walk, and stunning views of the mountains
- Gatlinburg SkyBridge: Longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America with stunning views of the Smoky Mountains
- Gatlinburg Space Needle: Observation tower with panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains
Foods
Gatlinburg
- Crockett's Breakfast Camp - Breakfast & Brunch, Southern, American (Traditional)
- The Alamo Steakhouse - Steaks, Seafood
- Tennessee Jed's - Southern, Barbeque, American (Traditional)
- The Greenbrier Restaurant - Southern, Seafood, Steakhouses
- Gatlinburg Brewing Company - Breweries, American (Traditional), Beer Bar
Pigeon Forge
- Local Goat - American (Traditional), Gastropubs, Southern
- Blue Moose Burgers & Wings - Burgers, American (Traditional), Chicken Wings
- The Old Mill Restaurant - Southern, Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)
- Bullfish Grill - Seafood, Steakhouses
- Smokies Cuban Cafe - Cuban, Sandwiches
Sevierville
- Graze Burgers - Burgers, American (Traditional), Chicken Wings
- Holston's Kitchen - Southern, American (Traditional), Barbeque
- Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant - Southern, Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)
- El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Mexican, Tex-Mex
- Appalachian Restaurant - Southern, American (Traditional), Seafood
- Seasons 101 - American (New), Southern, Seafood