Jennifer’s Guidebook to the Smokies
Amusement Park
Dollywood is iconic, and there's more than just rollercoasters here, so it's fun for the whole family. You don't want to leave this off your itinerary. You'll do a lot of walking so dress comfortably.
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Dollywood
2700 Dollywood Parks BlvdDollywood is iconic, and there's more than just rollercoasters here, so it's fun for the whole family. You don't want to leave this off your itinerary. You'll do a lot of walking so dress comfortably.
Soaky Mountain Waterpark is a 50-acre waterpark located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Highlights include the Avalaunch, a first-of-its kind watercoaster; Soaky Surge, a 35,000 sq. ft. wave pool; Black Bear Rapids, an adventure river; and more!
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Soaky Mountain Waterpark
175 Gists Creek RdSoaky Mountain Waterpark is a 50-acre waterpark located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Highlights include the Avalaunch, a first-of-its kind watercoaster; Soaky Surge, a 35,000 sq. ft. wave pool; Black Bear Rapids, an adventure river; and more!
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is the longest coaster in East Tennessee! Join them for over nine minutes of twists, turns, tunnels, and even some unexpected surprises along the way. Whether you have a need for speed, or prefer a more relaxing coaster experience, Rocky Top Mountain Coaster has something for everyone. Bring your entire family for an unforgettable experience.
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Rocky Top Mountain Coaster
2940 Veterans BlvdRocky Top Mountain Coaster is the longest coaster in East Tennessee! Join them for over nine minutes of twists, turns, tunnels, and even some unexpected surprises along the way. Whether you have a need for speed, or prefer a more relaxing coaster experience, Rocky Top Mountain Coaster has something for everyone. Bring your entire family for an unforgettable experience.
SkyLand Ranch in Sevierville, TN, is the ultimate family-fun spot. They've got a record-setting ride, the "Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster," the longest in the southeast at 1.25 miles. It's a gravity-powered coaster, and you can control your speed with brakes.
But that's not all. This 100-acre ranch offers much more, from scenic chairlifts to themed barns, food trucks, and even a play area for roping fun. Plus, in 2023, a 360-degree bridge walkway opens for stunning mountain views. And there are fire pits and a future amphitheater for live entertainment with mountain backdrops.
Skyland Ranch
SkyLand Ranch in Sevierville, TN, is the ultimate family-fun spot. They've got a record-setting ride, the "Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster," the longest in the southeast at 1.25 miles. It's a gravity-powered coaster, and you can control your speed with brakes.
But that's not all. This 100-acre ranch offers much more, from scenic chairlifts to themed barns, food trucks, and even a play area for roping fun. Plus, in 2023, a 360-degree bridge walkway opens for stunning mountain views. And there are fire pits and a future amphitheater for live entertainment with mountain backdrops.
Outdoor Gravity Park is an amazing adventure destination in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee located at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, featuring the only zorbing park in the USA! Zorbing was invented in New Zealand and is the act of rolling down a hill in a giant 11 foot inflatable ball with up to 3 people! Ride down our 1000 foot hill with 3 different tracks to choose from!!! Ages 5 years and up can ride.
ZORB Smoky Mountains
Outdoor Gravity Park is an amazing adventure destination in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee located at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, featuring the only zorbing park in the USA! Zorbing was invented in New Zealand and is the act of rolling down a hill in a giant 11 foot inflatable ball with up to 3 people! Ride down our 1000 foot hill with 3 different tracks to choose from!!! Ages 5 years and up can ride.
Food scene
Ole Smoky Moonshine is a truly unique experience where you can see how moonshine is made and sample delicious flavors like butter pecan, blackberry, and much more. They also have moonshine pickles, pineapples, and cherries. Our favorite flavor is apple pie!
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Ole Smoky Moonshine
903 ParkwayOle Smoky Moonshine is a truly unique experience where you can see how moonshine is made and sample delicious flavors like butter pecan, blackberry, and much more. They also have moonshine pickles, pineapples, and cherries. Our favorite flavor is apple pie!
Downtown Flavortown is Guy Fieri's brand new restaurant! Popular menu items include the OG ringer burger, Nashville hot chicken waffle, and trashcan nachos! There's also a 10,000-sq.-ft. arcade and you can play bowling!
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Downtown Flavortown
2655 Teaster LaneDowntown Flavortown is Guy Fieri's brand new restaurant! Popular menu items include the OG ringer burger, Nashville hot chicken waffle, and trashcan nachos! There's also a 10,000-sq.-ft. arcade and you can play bowling!
Local Goat is a New American restaurant with a scratch-made kitchen specializing in farm-to-table menu items. Local Goat offers a wide array of appetizers, jumbo wings, awesome salads, hearty steaks, chops, fall-off-the-bone ribs and outstanding desserts. Local Goat specializes in craft beer and craft drinks. Test your skills on our vintage shuffleboard table or catch your favorite game on any of their HD TV's. Local Goat is conveniently located in the heart of Pigeon Forge at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains with picturesque views of Mount LeConte and the surrounding mountains. It's between traffic lights one and two, right past the Titanic Museum Attraction and across from Mountain Valley Vineyards. Our favorite entrees are the lamb burger and the teriyaki kabobs with cheese grits!
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Local Goat- New American Restaurant
2167 ParkwayLocal Goat is a New American restaurant with a scratch-made kitchen specializing in farm-to-table menu items. Local Goat offers a wide array of appetizers, jumbo wings, awesome salads, hearty steaks, chops, fall-off-the-bone ribs and outstanding desserts. Local Goat specializes in craft beer and craft drinks. Test your skills on our vintage shuffleboard table or catch your favorite game on any of their HD TV's. Local Goat is conveniently located in the heart of Pigeon Forge at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains with picturesque views of Mount LeConte and the surrounding mountains. It's between traffic lights one and two, right past the Titanic Museum Attraction and across from Mountain Valley Vineyards. Our favorite entrees are the lamb burger and the teriyaki kabobs with cheese grits!
Loco Burro is a Fresh Tex Mex Cantina with "World Famous Margaritas" and the only Roof Top Dining in Gatlinburg with Fire Pit Lounge areas. Our favorite entree is the steak fajitas.
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Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
735 ParkwayLoco Burro is a Fresh Tex Mex Cantina with "World Famous Margaritas" and the only Roof Top Dining in Gatlinburg with Fire Pit Lounge areas. Our favorite entree is the steak fajitas.
This BBQ joint is the cutest little place! It’s locally owned and operated and, you get so much food. The produce stand next to it is amazing and has good deals on fresh local produce and locally made canned items and jams.
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Bustin Butts BBQ (formerly Heavenly Hog)
1698 Newport HwyThis BBQ joint is the cutest little place! It’s locally owned and operated and, you get so much food. The produce stand next to it is amazing and has good deals on fresh local produce and locally made canned items and jams.
Sightseeing
Forbidden Caverns gives you the opportunity to explore an underground cave. Visitors are provided with an entertaining and educational tour past sparkling formations, towering natural chimneys, numerous grottos, and a crystal clear stream. Special lighting effects and well-trained tour guides combine to make this a most enjoyable experience. The trails are well-lighted, with handrails at all necessary points.
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Forbudte Grotter
455 Blowing Cave RdForbidden Caverns gives you the opportunity to explore an underground cave. Visitors are provided with an entertaining and educational tour past sparkling formations, towering natural chimneys, numerous grottos, and a crystal clear stream. Special lighting effects and well-trained tour guides combine to make this a most enjoyable experience. The trails are well-lighted, with handrails at all necessary points.
One of the most popular areas within the park resides in the Cades Cove district with the main attraction being the 11-mile one-way scenic loop. Usually, the scenic loop is open to drivers from sun up to sun down. The one lane road boasts a 20mph speed limit with several pull-offs and parking lots to stop and enjoy the surroundings. Traffic can be heavy during the summer months but is well worth it for wildlife viewing, historic churches, cabins, pastures, and gorgeous views of The Smoky Mountains.
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Cades Cove
One of the most popular areas within the park resides in the Cades Cove district with the main attraction being the 11-mile one-way scenic loop. Usually, the scenic loop is open to drivers from sun up to sun down. The one lane road boasts a 20mph speed limit with several pull-offs and parking lots to stop and enjoy the surroundings. Traffic can be heavy during the summer months but is well worth it for wildlife viewing, historic churches, cabins, pastures, and gorgeous views of The Smoky Mountains.
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is Great Smoky Mountains National Park's highest point. It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the second highest point east of the Mississippi. Only North Carolina's Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) rises higher. Clingmans Dome is a popular Park destination. Located along the state-line ridge, it is half in North Carolina and half in Tennessee. The peak is accessible after driving Clingmans Dome Road from Newfound Gap, and then walking a steep half-mile trail. A paved trail leads to a 54-foot observation tower. The Appalachian Trail crosses Clingmans Dome, marking the highest point along its 2,144 mile journey. Vistas from Clingmans Dome are spectacular. On clear, pollution-free days, views expand over 100 miles and into seven states. However, air pollution limits average viewing distances to 22 miles. Despite this handicap, breathtaking scenes delight those ascending the tower. It is a great place for sunrises and sunsets.
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Clingmans Dome
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is Great Smoky Mountains National Park's highest point. It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the second highest point east of the Mississippi. Only North Carolina's Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) rises higher. Clingmans Dome is a popular Park destination. Located along the state-line ridge, it is half in North Carolina and half in Tennessee. The peak is accessible after driving Clingmans Dome Road from Newfound Gap, and then walking a steep half-mile trail. A paved trail leads to a 54-foot observation tower. The Appalachian Trail crosses Clingmans Dome, marking the highest point along its 2,144 mile journey. Vistas from Clingmans Dome are spectacular. On clear, pollution-free days, views expand over 100 miles and into seven states. However, air pollution limits average viewing distances to 22 miles. Despite this handicap, breathtaking scenes delight those ascending the tower. It is a great place for sunrises and sunsets.
Laurel Falls Trail leads to the 80-foot high Laurel Falls, named after the mountain laurel shrubs that bloom along the trail and near the falls in May. The waterfall has an upper and lower section, divided by a walkway crossing the stream at the base of the upper falls. It is a popular destination in the park, but parking at the trailhead is limited. Expect higher crowds on weekends year-round and on weekdays during summer.
Laurel Falls Trail, Tennessee 37862, USA
Laurel Falls Trail leads to the 80-foot high Laurel Falls, named after the mountain laurel shrubs that bloom along the trail and near the falls in May. The waterfall has an upper and lower section, divided by a walkway crossing the stream at the base of the upper falls. It is a popular destination in the park, but parking at the trailhead is limited. Expect higher crowds on weekends year-round and on weekdays during summer.
Trillium Gap Trail meanders through an old-growth hemlock forest and actually runs behind the 25 foot high waterfall. The cool, moist environment near the falls is ideal for salamanders and summer hikers. The hike is 3 miles roundtrip and considered moderate in difficulty.
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Grotto Falls
Trillium Gap TrailTrillium Gap Trail meanders through an old-growth hemlock forest and actually runs behind the 25 foot high waterfall. The cool, moist environment near the falls is ideal for salamanders and summer hikers. The hike is 3 miles roundtrip and considered moderate in difficulty.
Area Attractions
Ober Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s only ski area and a favorite year-round, family-friendly destination. Shopping, dining and amusements are just an Aerial Tram ride away from Downtown Gatlinburg.
Upon arrival, visitors can take a ride on the Ski Mountain Coaster, spin around the rink on the Ice Bumper Cars, or listen to bluegrass music atop Mount Harrison via the Scenic Chairlift. Seasonal activities include skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in the winter; alpine slide, chair swings, maze, and mini golf in spring, summer and fall, and the ski mountain coaster, scenic chairlift, wildlife encounter, and indoor ice skating year-round.
The summer season adds Water Raft Rides and Summer Tubing. Scenic dining is offered in the Seasons of Ober Restaurant and The Loft Lounge or grab a bite at one of three on-site eateries and multiple snack bars.
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Ober Gatlinburg
1339 Ski Mountain RdOber Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s only ski area and a favorite year-round, family-friendly destination. Shopping, dining and amusements are just an Aerial Tram ride away from Downtown Gatlinburg.
Upon arrival, visitors can take a ride on the Ski Mountain Coaster, spin around the rink on the Ice Bumper Cars, or listen to bluegrass music atop Mount Harrison via the Scenic Chairlift. Seasonal activities include skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in the winter; alpine slide, chair swings, maze, and mini golf in spring, summer and fall, and the ski mountain coaster, scenic chairlift, wildlife encounter, and indoor ice skating year-round.
The summer season adds Water Raft Rides and Summer Tubing. Scenic dining is offered in the Seasons of Ober Restaurant and The Loft Lounge or grab a bite at one of three on-site eateries and multiple snack bars.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokes has a spectacular underwater tunnel with 12-foot sharks, a giant sea turtle, and thousands of exotic sea creatures! There's also playful penguins and dive/feeding shows. You can touch stingrays, horseshoe crabs, jellyfish, and more!
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Ripleys Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River RdRipley's Aquarium of the Smokes has a spectacular underwater tunnel with 12-foot sharks, a giant sea turtle, and thousands of exotic sea creatures! There's also playful penguins and dive/feeding shows. You can touch stingrays, horseshoe crabs, jellyfish, and more!
The Island in Pigeon Forge is a 23-acre entertainment destination offering families affordable fun, both night and day. As one of the newest, most unique shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in Pigeon Forge, The Island offers fun for all ages and occasions, whether you're on a family vacation, a day trip with friends or your honeymoon. The Island is home to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville restaurant, the Margaritaville Island Hotel, Paula Deen's Family Kitchen, and many more must-see attractions in Pigeon Forge. Showcased by The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a 200-foot-high observation wheel, and a multi-million dollar show fountain programed to perform to light and sound, The Island in Pigeon Forge is a must-stop on your next trip to East Tennessee!
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The Island Dr
The Island DriveThe Island in Pigeon Forge is a 23-acre entertainment destination offering families affordable fun, both night and day. As one of the newest, most unique shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in Pigeon Forge, The Island offers fun for all ages and occasions, whether you're on a family vacation, a day trip with friends or your honeymoon. The Island is home to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville restaurant, the Margaritaville Island Hotel, Paula Deen's Family Kitchen, and many more must-see attractions in Pigeon Forge. Showcased by The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a 200-foot-high observation wheel, and a multi-million dollar show fountain programed to perform to light and sound, The Island in Pigeon Forge is a must-stop on your next trip to East Tennessee!
Anakeesta offers outdoor adventure for the whole family. Ride the Chondola to the summit then shop, dine and discover the magic in the mountains on our Treetop Skywalk dueling ziplines, TreeVenture Challenge Course, mountain coaster, and so much more!
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Anakeesta
576 ParkwayAnakeesta offers outdoor adventure for the whole family. Ride the Chondola to the summit then shop, dine and discover the magic in the mountains on our Treetop Skywalk dueling ziplines, TreeVenture Challenge Course, mountain coaster, and so much more!
Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo & Deer Farm Riding Stables has a unique barnyard environment, nestled on 143 acres of a beautiful mountain property. Bring the family to meet, pet and feed their friendly animals, including goats, deer, camels, elk, reindeer, emu, zebra, exotic cattle, watusi, zonkeys, and so much more! You can even walk amongst their tame fallow deer. After the zoo, the little ones can enjoy a ride on one of their gentle ponies, led by Mom or Dad. Or the whole family can take a relaxing horseback ride through our wooded Smoky Mountain home, led by their courteous and experienced guides.
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Smoky Mountain Deer Farm & Exotic Petting Zoo
478 Happy Hollow LnSmoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo & Deer Farm Riding Stables has a unique barnyard environment, nestled on 143 acres of a beautiful mountain property. Bring the family to meet, pet and feed their friendly animals, including goats, deer, camels, elk, reindeer, emu, zebra, exotic cattle, watusi, zonkeys, and so much more! You can even walk amongst their tame fallow deer. After the zoo, the little ones can enjoy a ride on one of their gentle ponies, led by Mom or Dad. Or the whole family can take a relaxing horseback ride through our wooded Smoky Mountain home, led by their courteous and experienced guides.
Grocery Shopping
Food City is a locally owned and community focused grocery retailer committed to offering quality fresh food and great value every day. This location is about 10 minutes from the cabin, and you'll pass it on your way in. It's a very convenient last minute stop for groceries and gas!
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Food City
741 Dolly Parton PkwyFood City is a locally owned and community focused grocery retailer committed to offering quality fresh food and great value every day. This location is about 10 minutes from the cabin, and you'll pass it on your way in. It's a very convenient last minute stop for groceries and gas!
Walmart Neighborhood Market is ideal for groceries and gas. You'll pass it on your way in so it's very convenient. It's about 15 minutes from the cabin.
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Walmart Neighborhood Market
1185 Dolly Parton PkwyWalmart Neighborhood Market is ideal for groceries and gas. You'll pass it on your way in so it's very convenient. It's about 15 minutes from the cabin.
This Walgreens is about 15 minutes from the cabin. It's very conveniently located, and you'll pass it on your way in. It's a great place for any last minute hygiene and health items.
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Walgreens
3071 ParkwayThis Walgreens is about 15 minutes from the cabin. It's very conveniently located, and you'll pass it on your way in. It's a great place for any last minute hygiene and health items.
Supermarket chain with a wide selection of groceries, plus deli & bakery departments. Amazing bakery and sub sandwiches!
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Publix Super Market at Smoky Mountain Gateway
750 Winfield Dunn PkwySupermarket chain with a wide selection of groceries, plus deli & bakery departments. Amazing bakery and sub sandwiches!
Large supermarket chain with deli & bakery departments, plus health & beauty products.
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Kroger
702 Winfield Dunn PkwyLarge supermarket chain with deli & bakery departments, plus health & beauty products.