Things To Do in September

There’s nothing quite like a cozy cabin getaway in November. The air is crisp, the trees are bursting with color, and the Smoky Mountains make the perfect backdrop for a relaxing retreat. Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend or a quiet escape with friends, here’s how to make the most of your cozy cabin stay this fall.

1. Settle In and Get Cozy

Start by creating that classic cabin atmosphere. Light a fire in the fireplace, curl up with a blanket, and enjoy a good book or conversation by the glow. Make use of the cabin’s amenities, play a round of pool or board games, watch a movie on the big screen, or soak in the private hot tub while taking in the cool autumn air. With a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor grill, you can cook up a hearty dinner and enjoy your meal on the deck surrounded by the beauty of fall.

2. Explore the Great Outdoors

When you’re ready to venture outside, take advantage of the season’s stunning scenery. Drive along scenic routes like Cades Cove Loop Road or the Blue Ridge Parkway for breathtaking views of fall foliage. Go for a hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just start early to avoid crowds. You can also visit a local pumpkin patch, explore Gatlinburg’s charming downtown, or stop by the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival for crafts and seasonal fun.

3. Plan Ahead for a Perfect Trip

November is a busy month in the Smokies, so book your cabin and activities early. For a quieter experience, try visiting midweek instead of the weekend. And don’t forget to plan your meals and stock up on groceries before you arrive so you can focus on relaxing and enjoying your autumn escape.

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When you think of September, what comes to mind? Super clear, sunshine days where the heat is dropping slowly from Summer's highs to the comfort temps of Spring? The kids starting a new school year and silently filling the second half of the calendar year with a sense of optimism for new possibilities? Well certainly we all have thoughts that turn those directions once we enter the 9th month of 12, but if you're like us, those thoughts tend to get overshadowed by knowing that we're entering "Harvest Festival" quite soon and that slowly changing colors from miles around, misty mornings in the forests and cinnamon and pumpkin spice will be ubiquitous in the fragrant atmosphere.

Harvest Festival is where the entire county, in various ways, celebrates our Appalachian heritage with all the trimmings - cornstalks, hay rides, aforementioned spice fragrance, Appalachian dishes and desserts and plenty of ways to enjoy the awesome views of the mountains while you take in the rest.

Now, a reminder, we don't see a significant color change in September. It starts in September, but it doesn't peak until close to Halloween. This month is designed to help build some hype for the Harvest theme as well as offer other activities for adults to enjoy now that the kids are back in school - such as the Rod Runs in Pigeon Forge. There will still be plenty to see and enjoy that can either make you wish it was still 1902 here in the Smokies or just something fun for you and your group in general.

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