Don't Forget These 4 Things for your Gatlinburg Vacation

It’s officially the season of hot apple cider, warm blankets, and pumpkin patches. It’s also the season for fall festivals, and the Smoky Mountain area is full of them!

Here are three festivals you can enjoy while on your Smoky Mountain vacation.

1. Dollywood Harvest Festival

If you love Dollywood and the fall season then you won’t want to miss this event! From early September to late October this annual celebration marks the best weather and some beautiful fall foliage in the Smokies. Stay late into the evening to see beautifully carved pumpkins, lit up and on display. During the day you’ll enjoy fall themed food, and colorful leaves all throughout the park.

2. Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair

In early to mid October the Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair heads into full swing. Artisans from across the country gather to peddle their wares while musicians serenade the crowds. You’ll see everything from woodworking and pottery to handcrafted jewelry and leatherworkings. If you have an appreciation for handmade goods then this event is for you.

3. Wears Valley Fall Festival

The Wears Valley Fall Festival takes place in mid October and is a favorite event for locals. Come experience the hundreds of vendors, melodic live music, and incredible Southern cuisine. If you’re interested in a true rustic, Appalachian festival with plenty to do and see for the whole family, then this one is for you.

No matter the festival you choose you’ll need a place to stay. Choose from one of our many options at Bear Camp Cabin Rentals today!

Do you always seem to forget something when you’re packing for your vacation? You’re not alone! It seems that just about everyone leaves something behind when they take a family trip. To help you with your packing predicament, we’ve put together a list of the top four items you should bring to our cabins in Gatlinburg.

1. Your favorite cookbook

Making supper together is a great family activity! Kids love to get their hands dirty; and they always seem to like their meals more if they had a hand in preparing it. Our cabins come with fully furnished kitchens, so you’ll have everything you need to whip up a delicious dinner in your home away from home. All you have to do is bring some tasty recipes!

2. Reusable water bottles

It’s definitely worth investing in nice water bottles for your family. If you plan on doing any hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, bringing some water or gatorade with you is an absolute must. Even if you’re not blazing a trail in the mountains, it’s convenient to have water bottles with you when you’re walking around downtown Gatlinburg or visiting the different galleries in the Smoky Mountain Arts and Crafts Community. A nice cold water bottle will be your best friend when summer comes to the Smokies!

3. Your DVD collection

A family movie night is the perfect way to end a day full of vacation fun. Many of our cabins come with awesome home theater rooms. Just pop in your favorite film, make a big bowl of popcorn, and enjoy a night at the movies…right in your cabin!

4. A camera

You definitely don’t want to forget your camera! There are just so many priceless family memories to capture when you stay in one of our cabins. Whether you’re posing in front of a scenic mountain backdrop, or just sitting on your front porch, photos from your Gatlinburg vacation will last a life time.

We are offering an number of excellent discounts and promotions for our cabins in Gatlinburg this spring and summer. To find out more, visit our Specials page or give our vacation specialists a call at 1-800-705-6346!