Nearby Cherokee, North Carolina
Cherokee North Carolina, A Great Day Trip As you can tell by our blogosphere here, we love to highlight many different aspects, events, elements and places throughout the Smokies – and one area we feel is often under-represented as a viable component to a Smoky Mountain vacation or a day-trip for those who want to […]
Rainbow Falls Trail Renovations
Pardon Our Progress – Rainbow Falls Trail Renovations Some information to share with visitors who enjoy the iconic Rainbow Falls trail in the Smokies – from now until November 15th, Rainbow Falls will only be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays to allow renovation construction to take place on the trail. This renovation announce comes as […]
Smoky Mountains Solar Eclipse
You, a Gatlinburg cabin, and the Smoky Mountains Solar Eclipse You may have heard the news by now, but if not, you're about to get one doozy of an announcement for a rare event, made all the rarer that it will be occurring in late August here in the Smokies – the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse […]
Hands-On Gatlinburg Crafts
Hands On Craft Lessons We have all visited the Gatlinburg Craft rout, have you ever wished you could learn how to do a specific craft? One of the many things we are world famous for is our Arts and Crafts Community. Millions from around the globe have come to see our Appalachian arts and […]
Smoky Mountain Backyard
We love having the Great Smoky Mountains in our backyard. Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is […]
Waterfalls in the Smoky Mountains
We’ve had so much rain this winter, the creeks are full to the brim! It’s really a special time to visit the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, TN. Today will be another excellent day for viewing waterfalls. We also had high winds with the storm, resulting in the temporarily closure of several park roads due to downed trees. […]
Spring Time and Baby Animals
This winter get ahead of the game and plan your spring get away with Bear Camp! We can’t wait for new blooms and baby animals in the Smokies! There is so much amazing new life that happens in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Get an upclose view and book with Bear Camp Cabins.
Winter In the Smoky Mountains
Winter in the Smoky Mountains is a magical time. The brisk mountain air, the animals basking the fields, and the streams freezing over. This time of year is a great time to view Elk. The best times to view elk are usually early morning and late evening. Elk may also be active on cloudy summer days and […]
Smoky Mountain Activities: Viewing White Tailed Deer
There are a lot of fun activities in the mountains during your stay at Bear Camp Cabins. For those who seek out wild life on their hike, come check out the leaves as they change and see some deer while you're out in Cades Cove! White-tailed deer live throughout the Great Smoky Mountains, but some […]
Smoky Mountain Activities: Fall Leaves
Many of you hikers and nature enthusiast may want to check out the leaves in the Smokies. The range and vibrancy of the colors is not to be missed and a great photo opportunity. With summer quickly coming to an end you may want to know the best time to see the leaves and this […]