There's always something new to see and do in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains. And, for 2022, that's even truer than ever. From thrilling new rides to expanded attractions, you'll find plenty to enjoy and explore in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area.
Wintertime sparkles in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area. From twinkling WinterFest lights to glistening frozen waterfalls, the landscape glows with its own special seasonal magic. Here are just a few ways to enjoy wintry fun and frolic in the Smokies.
Do you have Thanksgiving weekend off from work? Why not spend that time – or even longer – in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains? Here are 10 reasons why that's a great idea for you and your entire family.
Here in the Tennessee Smokies, Halloween is more than a day. It's a whole magical season, ideal for families with children. Visit anytime through October 31 – and even a little beyond – to scare up fun-filled activities like these:
Did you know that more than 800 miles of hiking trails wind through Great Smoky Mountains National Park? In all, there are 150 official trails, many of them open to the public all year 'round.
The Mountain Mile development is located a block off the Parkway in Pigeon Forge, and it continues to grow with new-to-the area venues for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Discover what is now available and also opening soon during your next visit to your Smoky Mountain cabin. Newest construction development is on the left side of the road (re-work of the old Belz Mall complex), but extends on both sides along Teaster Lane. Listed here is a cross-section sampling of just some of the experiences that await you at Mountain Mile.
No matter how often you visit the Great Smoky Mountains, you'll always find new things to see and do. New sights and sounds. New fairs and festivals. New breathtaking scenic vistas. And new family-friendly activities.
You don't need to hike steep mountain trails to see the Smokies in all their glory. Just come to Anakeesta at 576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
For the thrill seekers in your crowd: who needs an intense adrenaline rush? If you have not yet discovered Mountain Monster in Pigeon Forge, here's your opportunity for a one-of-kind experience.
Let's face it: It's hard to please everybody. Toddlers, preschoolers, school-age kids, teens, grownups – all have different likes and dislikes.
The weather's warmer. The trees are in leaf. Spring festivals are in full swing. And summer crowds haven't yet arrived.
Quick. Which national park is known as "the Wildflower Park"?
When March 17 rolls around, we're all just a little bit Irish. And that's especially true in the Tennessee Smokies, where 19th-century Scots-Irish settlers helped forge the region's distinctive Celtic-inspired Appalachian culture.
Remember the rush of the wind in your face as a kid? Coasting downhill on a bike or sledding like lightning in the snow? That adrenaline surge from being just a little out of control? Your whole family can enjoy downhill thrills without fearing a crash at the bottom at these attractions in Pigeon Forge. Some are new; some are classic. Find your six favorite rides here, from simple to extreme.