Smoky Mountains

Planning a family vacation to the Smokies and overwhelmed at knowing what to do? From hiking trails to overlooks for the best views, here’s the ultimate Great Smoky Mountains National Park bucket list:

Douglas Lake TN is located at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. It stretches for 30,400 acres with a maximum depth of 140 feet. There is so much fun to be had at the lake, from swimming, to fishing, to boating. When you stay in our Smoky Mountain cabins, plan a day trip to the lake to see everything it has to offer! Here are the top 4 reasons to spend a day at Douglas Lake TN on your Smoky Mountain vacation:

If you’ve been dreaming about having fun in the snow, then we’ve got the perfect activity for you! Head to the Smoky Mountains for a fun afternoon of snow tubing in and near Gatlinburg. Snow tubing is an exciting adventure for everyone from kids to adults. Here are 3 reasons to go snow tubing in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains:

If you want to go on a scenic drive while you’re in the Smokies, Foothills Parkway is a great option. This is a unique drive in the area, and your whole family will enjoy seeing wooded and mountain views along the way. Keep reading to find out everything you should know about the Foothills Parkway:

What can give you awesome thrills that the whole family will love? Alpine coasters in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg can! The area has a great selection of Smoky Mountain alpine coasters that you should definitely look into on your vacation. There are mountain coasters in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg that each offer an exciting experience. Check out 5 of the best below:

It can be overwhelming planning what to do on your vacation to the Smoky Mountains. With so many things to do and places to go, some tips would be helpful in trying to narrow down the best activities. Do you love being in nature and particularly hiking to waterfalls? If so, we have a guide ready just for you! Discover some of the best hidden waterfalls in the Smoky Mountains! Here are the top 5 hidden Gatlinburg waterfalls you need to see on your vacation:

The Smoky Mountains are beautiful all year round, but it’s no secret that they become an even more spectacular sight in the fall. Each year, thousands of visitors come to the Smokies to catch a glimpse of the picture-perfect fall foliage. To help guarantee you have a wonderful time while you’re here, we’ve put together a list of 5 of the best things to do in the Smoky Mountains in the fall.

Everyone should visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park at least once. While you could spend months here trying to do everything there is to do and see in the park, we know you just have a short trip planned. So what can you pack into 3 days? Keep reading our Smoky Mountain itinerary to see what kind of fun you can have on your next 3-day trip to the Smokies.

There is nothing like fall in the Smoky Mountains! With over 100 species of native trees, the national park offers some of the most spectacular Smoky Mountain fall colors you’ll ever see. In fact, Gatlinburg, TN was named one of the top 10 autumn destinations in North America. This time of year is especially popular because of the Smoky Mountains fall foliage, and you may be wondering where you should go to see the incredible color changes. To help you make the most of your next vacation, we've put together a guide to everything you need to know about the fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains.

Many visitors to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge hope to see a bear during their vacation in the Smoky Mountains. After all, the black bear is an unofficial symbol for the Smokies and is found on t-shirts, magnets, and postcards at every gift shop in the area! While there is never a guarantee that you will spot a black bear in the wild, there are several places you can visit to see these amazing animals. Here are the top 3 places to visit to see bears in the Smoky Mountains:

The Smoky Mountains are filled with incredible stories and history. While you can learn about some of it through reading textbooks and searching online, there are some stories that you have to travel to the Smokies to hear. This is because the tales have been passed down from generation to generation and are things you can only learn from the locals. During your trip, here are 4 ways to discover the history of the Smoky Mountains:

Gatlinburg waterfalls are known to be some of the most spectacular in the South. We have waterfalls in Gatlinburg that range from 25 feet to 180 feet tall! The waterfalls on this list are perfect for families or those who may be more interested in the waterfall rather than the hike to it. However, there are a couple of waterfalls on this list that do require a few miles of hiking through some beautiful nature and scenery. Check out these Gatlinburg waterfalls that will make your vacation unforgettable:

One of the many reasons people decide to vacation in the Smokies is because of the spectacular scenery. While you can soak up the view from the private deck of your cabin, some guests want to get out and explore the different sights and sounds of nature. Here are 4 fun ways to explore the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains during your trip:

After your exciting adventures in the Smokies, you are sure to want some souvenirs to take back home to remember your trip. Luckily, there are plenty of places throughout Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg where you can find the perfect memento! These shops are also a great place to find special gifts for all your friends and family back home. Here are 4 places to go souvenir shopping in the Smoky Mountains: