Five Free Wine Tastings in Pigeon Forge

The Smoky Mountains don’t just feel like a magical place, they really are a mystical destination. The phrase “old as the hills” rings true when you really dive into the old lore of the mountains. When you come to visit, take this otherworldly tour and investigate for yourself. Here are six of the Smokies’ best kept secrets.

1. Elkmont Trollbridge

Escape to a place that really feels like a glimpse into a mythical land. The Elkmont Trollbridge is a true hidden gem that only locals know about. Hike along the Little River Trail until you reach this spot. Covered in moss and mushrooms, the Trollbridge is perfect for capturing pictures or looking for hidden fantastical creatures.

2. House Of The Fairies

This whimsical spot is only a mile from downtown Gatlinburg yet it feels like you’ve been transported into another realm. Map to this magical place, then go out and explore. Here, you’ll find towering trees and moss covered logs and boulders. Then at the end of the trail you’ll see it...an arched doorway, that looks like it’s almost cut into the side of the hill, sits with a wooden ladder leaning against the frame. Step inside and find a cool spring, filled with water that tinkles like bells. 

3. Synchronous Fireflies

The synchronized fireflies that come out every year like clockwork might be more science than magic but when you’re sitting among the trees and they begin to spark in unison, flickering in and out of sight, it feels like something otherworldly. This rare phenomenon is only seen in a few places in the world and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of them.

4. Elkmont Ghost Town

Once a thriving vacation spot for the Knoxville elite, the Elkmont Ghost Town looks like a legend brought back to life. Recently restored, explore inside the homes and hike trails where you will find the remains of homes once occupied by Appalachian locals who would serve, supply and work in the town. This piece of history is frozen in time and feels like stepping back into the past.

There are many magical places in the Smokies and these are only four of them. Don’t stop here, continue to search for more mystical creatures and sprites living in the trees and hollows. To discover more, stay overnight in the mountains in a log cabin. This cabin is even called Magical Moments, which is exactly what you’ll find when you visit the Smoky Mountains.

Visitors to the Smoky Mountains can sit back, relax and sip on a glass of wine at this unique Pigeon Forge attraction. Five different wineries in the area work together to form a single wine trail, the Rocky Top Wine Trail, that leads visitors throughout the Smoky Mountains, from Pigeon Forge to Gatlinburg.

Included on the trail visitors will find Eagle Springs Winery, Hillside Winery, Apple Barn Winery, Sugarland Cellars and Mountain Valley Winery. Each of the wineries is locally owned and operated, showcasing the finest Smoky Mountain wines available. While you explore the wineries, make sure to experience the free tours and samples. Altogether, guests will be able to try 60 different wines from the area along the Rocky Top Wine Trail. Be sure to choose your favorite of the wines and purchase a bottle to enjoy later.

For visitors who choose to visit each of the locations along the trail, make sure you pick up a Rocky Top Wine Trail Passport. You can pick up the passport at any of the locations, wherever you choose to begin. After the third stop along the trail, you will receive a complimentary wine glass. For those who are able to finish the entire trail, stopping at each location, will receive a free gift.

After visiting each of the wineries that make up the Pigeon Forge attraction, you can relax with a glass of wine on the porch at one of Bear Camp Cabin Rentals’ Pigeon Forge cabins. Fully equipped for guests, each of the Pigeon Forge cabins offers a comfortable home away from home. To start planning your vacation to the Smokies, you can give us a call at (800) 705-6346 to speak with one of the helpful staff members.