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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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.

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Country Tonite Theater

Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is the best entertainment value in the Smokies!

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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.

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Tanger Five Oaks Outlet Center

At Tanger, everyday is a sale day.

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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.

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Pigeon Forge's Dollywood

As unique as its namesake Dolly Parton, Dollywood theme park is a one-of-a-kind Smoky Mountain Family Adventure!

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Ripley's Believe it or Not

Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee is full of surprises!

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Mountain Mall

The Gatlinburg Mountain Mall, Gatlinburg’s premier indoor shopping experience, is unlike any other shopping mall.

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6 Free Things to Do in Gatlinburg on Your Next Tennessee Adventure

Are you planning a trip to Gatlinburg, TN on a budget? Check out these free things to do in Gatlinburg during your stay at Bear Camp Cabins.

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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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Earthquake (the ride)

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