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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Guiness Book of World Records Museum

Hundreds of exhibits from the best selling Guinness Book of World Records are on display at this museum, as well as many items from Elvis, Princess Diana, and Houdini.

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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. 

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Ripley's Haunted Adventure

Live actors, special effects, freights and screams for everyone!

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Earthquake (the ride)

Earthquake the Ride is a live action adventure ride that is loaded with special effects and is fun for all ages.

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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.

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Celebrate Christmas on a Last-Minute Gatlinburg Area Escape

Christmas is almost here, but there’s still time to plan a magical Smoky Mountain getaway with Bear Camp Cabin Rentals!

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What to Bring on Your Afternoon Smoky Mountain Hike

Planning an afternoon hike in the Smoky Mountains is a great way to experience stunning views, fresh air, and peaceful trails. Packing the right essentials can make your hike safer, more comfortable, and far more enjoyable.

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5 Things To Pack On Your Smoky Mountain Hike

Your Smoky Mountain vacation is here! Now it’s time to answer the question: what do you pack? Well, we have the answer. Here are five things that you shouldn’t forget to pack when you’re planning to go hiking on your trip.

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Dollywood Theme Park: From '9 to 5' to Timeless Thrills & Memories

The Dollywood Theme Park has a lot to offer from timeless thrills to nostalgic history in the life of Dolly Parton. Discover more today.

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3 Smoky Mountain Festivals This Spring

From colorful floral displays to nature hikes and city-wide celebrations, spring festivals offer visitors plenty of ways to enjoy the season. If you’re planning a trip, here are three Smoky Mountain festivals worth experiencing this spring.

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Book Your Smoky Mountain Spring Break Today

If you’re planning your Spring getaway, here are five reasons to book your Smoky Mountain spring break today.