Smoky Mountain Area Information
Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. The sprawling landscape encompasses lush forests and an abundance of wildflowers that bloom year-round. Streams, rivers and waterfalls appear along hiking routes that include a segment of the Appalachian Trail.
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Dolly Parton's Stampede
The Dixie Stampede in Pigeon Forge is an entertaining extravaganza that combines music, fast paced rodeo-style entertainment and a delicious dinner.
Ripley's Haunted Adventure
Live actors, special effects, freights and screams for everyone!
Earthquake (the ride)
Earthquake the Ride is a live action adventure ride that is loaded with special effects and is fun for all ages.
Parrot Mountain & Gardens
Parrot Mountain and Gardens is dedicated to helping these species of beautiful birds, to prevent their becoming extinct like the Passenger Pigeon and Carolina Parakeet.
The Old Mill
Since 1830, the still-functioning, water-powered old mill churns out delicious, old-fashioned candies, warm artisan breads (like the Chocolate Chip Cherry Sourdough and Honey Wheat) from the bakery and on site pottery designs.
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Flea Traders Paradise
Year round flea market that is open on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as on Fridays from April through December. Features 40,000 square feet of new and used antiques and collectibles.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
The 115,000 square foot, 1.3 million gallon Ripley’s Aquarium is home to 10-foot sharks, 8,000 exotic fish, and the world’s longest aquarium tunnel.
Country Tonite Theater
Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is the best entertainment value in the Smokies!
Comedy Barn Theater
The Comedy Barn show features magicians, fire-eaters, jugglers, ventriloquists, clean family comedians, live country and gospel music as well as fun barn yard animals.
Tanger Five Oaks Outlet Center
At Tanger, everyday is a sale day.
Dollywood's Splash Country
For a unique summer vacation destination that’s fun for the whole family, pack your bathing suit and take the plunge to Dollywood’s Splash Country.